Grab a beer with friends at Radar Brewing Co. outdoor patio. | Photo by @radarbrewingcompany
Is it just us, or does eating outside make food taste better?
Catch some rays or laze in the shade at one of these 35+ patios. Pro tip: Don’t miss the shade level we’ve included for each of these locations.
Restaurants
Twisted Pine, 527 N. Liberty St. | Partially shaded
Sip specialty cocktails or pick your choice of wine while enjoying the warm breeze on spring days. City Editor Kellina recommends the crispy Brussels with soy balsamic glaze appetizer.
Soak in the sun and great vibes at Twisted Pine’s outdoor patio.
Evening in the Atrium | 5-7 p.m. | 500 West Fifth Building | Free | Singer-songwriter Maia Kamil will perform a blend of eclectic influences while you enjoy complimentary small bites and cocktails.
Opening Reception: “Cloud Girl Accidentally Eats Rainbow” | 6-8 p.m. | Sawtooth School for Visual Art | Free | Meet the artist behind the exhibit + roam through the features that explore the relationship between the ephemeral and ever-shifting natural world.
Winston-Salem Card Show | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Truist Stadium | Cost of purchase | Shop sports cards, Pokémon, and comics from over 150 vendors, or bring your best card and cash to make deals with vendors and fellow collectors.
Racing Seasonal Opener | 8 p.m. | Bowman Gray Stadium | $12 | Kick off the start of the 77th season of racing at the legendary “Madhouse” with a 200-lap modified race and a 40-lap sportsman race.
Sunday, April 20
2025 Spring Smoke Out | 12-8 p.m. | Brouwerij DuBois | Cost of purchase | Bear Creek BBQ will serve smoked wings with fun festive sauces and smoked ham Sammie, plus enjoy special drinks for the occasion.
Plan Ahead
A.J. Fletcher Opera Institute: “Ballymore,” an Opera in Two Parts | Wednesday, April 23, Friday, April 25, Sunday, April 27 | Times vary | University of North Carolina School of the Arts | $20+ | This American opera follows the complicated romances of two couples living in Northern Ireland in the 1960s.*
Bobby Boy Bakeshop’s second location is now open at Salem Bottleworks. The fun doesn’t stop here. New businesses will continue to open throughout the year — see how the upcoming project is shaping up.
Announced
Salem Academy and College has launched a national search for its next president after current leader, Summer Johnson McGee, Ph.D. leaves her post at the school to become the next president of Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory. Her last day will be Monday, June 30.
Sports
See real-life heroes battle it on the ice. The Winston-Salem Police Department will face the WS Fire Department during the Battle of the Badges Hockey Game tomorrow, Friday, April 18. Puck drops at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $10 — all proceeds will benefit Forsyth Humane Society.
Holiday
Don’t miss out on Old Salem’s 253rd Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 20. The annual tradition will take place in the Salem Square starting at 6 a.m. There’ll be free coffee and sugar cake before service starts. Can’t attend? The service will be broadcasted online.
Talk
Be part of the conversation around income mobility in Forsyth County during the Winston-Salem Foundation’s community meeting Monday, May 12 at the Benton Convention Center. Keynote speaker Raj Chetty, Ph.D. will discuss ways to create healthier communities where children and families can thrive — register to attend.
Outdoors
Back by popular demand. Kayak the Quarry returns on Saturday, April 26 + Sunday, April 27, and Saturday, May 3 + Sunday, May 4. Single and tandem kayaks are available for rental. Register online to reserve your spot for the hour-long paddling overlooking the crystal clear waters of Quarry Lake.
Calling all small business owners. Features in our 2025 Parents Gift Guide are now 20% off. Secure a spot for your business’s product or service by using code PGG2025 at checkout.
The Buy
Really cute waterdrop earrings, with one pair of gold and one pair of silver for $12.99. The minimalist earrings hug ears + look heavy while feeling surprisingly lightweight.
Did you see Chill Nitro Creamery’s ice cream flights are back? I got to meet the owner Caroline on a whim this week and may have been a small influence in their return. You’re welcome, Winstonians. Now, time for me to take those scoops on the patio of this ice cream shop. Check out these local places that offer food and beverage flights.
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