A bike and a brew sounds like the perfect date to us. | Photo via @wisemanbeer
We’re no love experts, but if there’s one thing you can count on us for, it’s making your date night plans a whole lot easier. From cozy romantic dinners to outdoor adventures, plan the perfect outing with these 20+ local date night ideas.
Feel free to send us the wedding invitation in the mail.
If you love the great outdoors
Take a mural tour and admire the creativity around Twin City streets.
For the ones who like to play games (just not with your heart)
Grab some barbecue at Camel City BBQ Factory and play a round of cornhole on the upper deck, or enjoy a few games in the upstairs arcade.
If you’re really hoping that it works out
Take a dance class together at Best of Ballroom Dance Studio. Choose from classes like West Coast Swing, Foxtrot, and Tango.
If you want an “old fashioned”-style date
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how award-winning spirits are made here in Winston-Salem by taking a tour of Broad Branch Distillery, or get cozy in the intimate setting of The Trophy Room — this speakeasy has personalized lockers so you can seal your love forever.
Collage Play | 2-5 p.m. | Art SHAC | $5 | Dive into colors and textures as you layer and create unique collages from recycled materials.
Friday, Sept. 12
Friday Workshop Series: an Approach to Painting | 4-6 p.m. | Delta Arts Center | Free | Exhibiting artist Willie Welch will demonstrate how he captures form, light, and detail to bring his subjects to life in paintings.
Innovation & Cinema: La Bamba | 7-11 p.m. | Bailey Park | Free | Make it a date night and watch the story of an LA teenager who becomes an overnight Rock ‘n’ Roll success after writing a love ballad to his girlfriend.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Walk & Roll Fest | 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Winston Salem Dash Truist Stadium | Free | Explore Winston-Salem’s newest greenway downtown, which runs alongside Salem Parkway + stroll around to enjoy music, food trucks, and local vendors.
Sunday, Sept. 14
Bartember | 1-5 p.m. | Tucker’s Tap Yard | Cost of purchase | Welcome fall with your furry friend, socialize with other pet owners as you sip on specialty drinks, and vibe to live music.
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Today Is
9/11. A date that marks many Americans as a commemorative day to remember the lives lost during the terrorist attack in 2001. Check out these memorial events around the Triad. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Open
Tanglewood Park’s new golf pro shop is now open. The new store is located where the old clubhouse stood. Renovations for the new clubhouse are still in progress with plans to open later this year. In the meantime, practice your swings at these Forsyth County golf courses.
Cause
Here’s how you can give back this month. In honor of September being Hunger Action Month, the East Ward is hosting its annual food drive, and you can help by donating non-perishable food items. Drop off your donations at one of these locations through Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Announced
MICHELIN Key hotels will be announced on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The award distinction recognizes the world’s most outstanding hotels across 125 countries. Did you know the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel is a MICHELIN-certified stay? We can’t say we’re surprised.
Eat
Serve us up a slice of meat lover’s — that’s the most popular pizza in Winston-Salem, according to a survey by TalkerResearch. No matter how you like your ‘za, consider this your sign to order in by grabbing a slice from one of these local places. (Newsweek)
Try This
In our best Ryan Seacrest voice: Are you the next “American Idol?” The TV singing competition is hosting its virtual “Idol Across America” auditions via Zoom. Reserve a live time slot for the East Coast open call on Friday, Sept. 12, or sing your heart out during Karaoke at Small Batch on Fridays. Job Hiring? Consider registering for the World of Work community job fair happening on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at the LJVM Coliseum. Meet with potential employees and inspire the next generation of workers in Forsyth County.*
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Fun Fact
Your wait is almost over. Our WStoday’s Best competition opens up for nominations on Sept. 15. Hang tight while soon enough you’ll get the opportunity to tell us who deserves a place at the top in each of our localized categories.
Pumpkin spice lattes are back — and so is our quest for the perfect fall boots. Here are our top five picks of the season:
👢 These knee high boots strike the perfect balance between function and style with an anti-slip rubber outsole and chic buckle detailing.
👢 Free People’s Western booties feature a sophisticated two-inch heel, patent leather, and appliqué details for under $70.
👢 Spot us wearing these vanilla-hued suede pointed toe ankle booties to date nights and dinner parties all season long.
👢 These timeless Chelsea ankle boots are a steal for under $50. Oh, and they’re top-rated on Amazon.
👢 Sporty meets sleek in Eurosoft’s ultra-comfortable side zip boots complete with a padded footbed + round toe design.
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Here’s another date idea — line dancing at Radar Brewing is back this month. In case you want to show off those moves or go along with the flow, you won’t regret this boot scootin’ party happening Friday, Sept. 19, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Show up early for the lessons and stay after for an open line dance social.
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