At WStoday, we share hyper-local and need-to-know information about your Winston-Salem faves. Meet: WStoday’s Best. From restaurants to salons, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Winston-Salem has to offer. Nominations are open until Friday, October 3.
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At WStoday, we bring you the best of Winston-Salem — now it’s your turn to highlight the city’s top spots.
Introducing: WStoday’s Best
From coffee shops to event venues, we want your input on Winston-Salem’s top businesses.
We’re celebrating local talent across various categories, including:
Food & Drink: Happy Hour, Tap Rooms, Breweries, Brunch, Fine Dining, Food Trucks, Coffee Shops
Lifestyle & Services: Spas, Gyms, Medical Centers, Home Services, Real Estate Agents
Entertainment & Culture: Music Venues, Theaters, Party Venues, Museums, Local Influencers
More: Coworking Spaces, Pet-Friendly Venues, Apartment Complexes, and more
How to Nominate
Nominations open Monday, Sept. 15 – Friday, Oct. 3. Use your desktop or mobile to submit your nominations.
Select a category
Enter the business name or address and choose from the drop-down
The Hispanic League will celebrate its 33rd annual FIESTA! in downtown Winston-Salem Saturday, Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Editor Kellina loves watching the cultural presentations and colorful dance performances. Latin GRAMMY® nominee singer and songwriter Flor Bromley will take center stage at Encanto Stage, located outside the Hanesbrand Theater.
Pro tip: Street parking is free on the weekend. Roads between Poplar and Spruce Street will be closed for the festival, so make sure to park in the surrounding parking decks.
Events
Events
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Men’s Soccer vs UNC Wilmington | 7-9 p.m. | Spry Soccer Stadium, Wake Forest University | $7+ | Bring your team spirit and cheer on the Deacs as they take on the Seahawks.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
PEA Green Job Fair | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Goodwill Industries of NWNC | Free | Connect with employers in the green industry, chat with sustainability leaders from across The Triad, and learn more about the green economy.
Thursday, Sept. 18
Composting 101: Reducing Food Waste | 4-6 p.m. | South Fork Community Center | Learn from a staff member at the N.C. Cooperative Extension about the basics of composting at home.
Friday, Sept. 19
Art Crush: Hispanic Heritage Celebration | 7-10 p.m. | Arts District | Free | Celebrate the cultural diversity of our city through local art and performances, art-making, and exhibits.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Flow into Fall | 5 p.m. | Salem Bottleworks | $50, RSVP | Embrace the seasonal shift during the hour-long yoga class, then delight in snacks and small plates from Bobby Boy Bakery.
Where charm meets classic elegance — this Buena Vista mansion features timeless architecture and sits on 1.44 acres along a private street. You’ll never run out of space from the cozy den to a sunroom with floor-to-ceiling windows, and a pool to stay cool. Here’s how much it’ll cost to make it yours.
Seasonal
North Carolina’s peak fall foliage will likely fall around Monday, Oct. 13, according to this interactive map, which comes in handy when reporting foliage colors. You’ve still got time to explore our parks and find where you want to see the leaves turn. (Smoky Mountains)
Travel
Frontier Airlines is bringing back its all-you-can-fly pass once again this year, allowing customers unlimited domestic and international flights for a steep discount. Not feeling a drive to PTI Airport?* We get it — good thing there are plenty of staycation-worthy spots around the Twin City.
Try This
Season 34 of “Dancing with the Stars” kicks off tomorrow, Sept. 16. While no famous Winstonians will be cha-cha or jiving their way to the Mirror Ball this year, locals can still get in on the fun by lacing up their dancing shoes during Latin Dance on Tuesdays at East of Texas.
Announced
Move over, Thin Mints, we’re saving our money for boxes of Exploremores — Girl Scouts of the USA’s newest cookie. The rocky road ice cream-inspired sandwich cookie will debut in 2026. Sign up to be the first to know when they hit the market in the Twin City.
Trending
There she is. Miss New York, Cassie Donegan, was crowned Miss America 2026 on Sunday, Sept. 7. Donegan earned more than $50,000 in scholarships and is the eighth Miss New York to win Miss America. In case you were wondering, famous WinstonianNia Imani Franklin last won in 2019. (People)
Tumble out of bedand stumble to the LJVM Coliseum on Wednesday, Oct. 22, for the World of Work community job fair. Meet 60+ local businesses hiring right now in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and construction.*
Seasonal
Got something big happening this fall? From new menus to limited-time promos, make sure your message lands in front of our 58,900+ highly engaged local subscribers. Get started on our business promo portal with zero long-term contract.
Pets
You insure your phone… but not your pet? One accident could cost $10,000. Pet insurance can help cover the unexpected, with plans starting at $10/month and offering up to 90% coverage. Learn more.*
Job
Ready to kickstart your career in digital media sales remotely? We’re looking for a Sales Coordinator to fuel our fast-paced sales team, with a competitive salary, premium benefits, unlimited PTO, and real growth opportunities to boot. Apply to join our team.
Take an open-air art tour to see and learn about works downtown. | Photo by Sparky’s Rickshaw Co.
Get in. We’re going on an adventure. Whether you’re a lifelong Winstonian longing to embrace your inner tourist or you have a limited amount of time in the Twin City, here are 17 tours guaranteed to show you the sights you want to see.
Note: Check each company’s website to see current pricing.
Food and drink
Craft Draft Crawl| Cost of purchase
Featured in a recent episode of “North Carolina Weekend,” this self-guided tour outlines stops you should make to check out Winston-Salem’s booming craft brewery scene.
On the move
Curated Rickshaw Tour | $40+/person
Tell Sparky’s Rickshaw Co. what you’re interested in seeing, and your driver will choose the downtown spots to take you and another person.
All in on history
Triad Cultural Arts Tours | Prices vary
Learn about African American heritage and culture, see the former Black Business District and other historic sites + learn about the contributions of Black Winstonians through walking, bus, or virtual tours.
Your go-to shoe for early fall: Birkenstock’s Buckley Suede Clog. These comfortable clogs are easy to slip off and on and are built on Birkenstock’s classic cork footbed for arch support and security.
Bonus: New HSN shoppers can use code WELCOME2025 for $15 off $35+ purchases.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Wanna add more fun to your day at FIESTA this weekend? Sign up to volunteer with decorations, set-up, and parking. Did we mention you’ll be getting a free t-shirt? We won’t say no to cool swag.
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