Tourism and Hospitality

A group of people sitting in chairs watches a person holding blue flags outstretched in either arms. The presentation is being filmed by staff on the left side on a stage.
Events
26 major events to look forward to in 2026
As the Twin City prepares for a big year ahead, here are some events you won’t want to miss.
January 20, 2026 12:37 PM
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Winston-Salem arts district on Cherry Street downtown
City
Why Winston-Salem is called the City of Arts and Innovation
Arts, culture, growing businesses — you name it, the Twin City is laying the groundwork for the future.
January 5, 2024
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Kaleideum coming downtown in February 2024
City
Kaleideum, experiential learning museum coming in 2024
The kaleidoscope design is grounded in the idea of experiencing spaces and places from diverse perspectives.
December 18, 2023
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
train-station-brick-building-with-concrete-pillars
Travel and Outdoors
Winston-Salem receives grant to identify potential new passenger rail route
The corridor to Raleigh could restore rail service in the Twin City.
December 7, 2023
 · 
Cambridge Wrege
WStoday: Winter drink menu from Cin Cin Burger Bar
Tourism and Hospitality
Winter Cocktails to try in Winston-Salem
Discover five local spots with a festive winter menu.
December 6, 2023
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: UNCSA Nutcraker performance
Events
Have a Hallmark holiday season around Winston-Salem
Discover the magic of the holidays here at home.
November 20, 2023
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
a woman places an ornament on a Christmas tree
Sponsored
Celebrate the holidays at Reynolda
Sponsored by
WStoday: Winston-Salem buildings downtown shot
Tourism and Hospitality
Choose your own WStoday adventure
Choose my fate — if you dare.
November 6, 2023
 · 
Danielle Johnson
WStoday: Window Wonderland competition
Tourism and Hospitality
Window Wonderland Dressing Competition is in motion
Downtown Winston-Salem turns into festive winter wonderland, with bright lights and decorations to celebrate the season.
November 2, 2023
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Apartment under construction in West End
Real Estate
Housing development happening in downtown Winston-Salem
Let’s take a look at some major constructions underway in the Twin City.
October 31, 2023
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
A crowd of ice skaters at an outdoor rink in Greenville, SC.
Sponsored
Feel at home this holiday season in Greenville, SC
Sponsored by
Load More
The Buy

Shop The Buy
Latest News
More from WStoday
WStoday: Shot overlooking Reynolda Village shop in Winston-Salem
City
Spend a day like a Parisian in Winston-Salem
Fall in love with your city with this recommended Parisian staycation guide.
June 24, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Flywheel coworking space
City
Places to network and cowork in Winston-Salem
The city of innovation is living up to its name, providing spaces for entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive.
June 23, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Winston-Salem skyline
Education
New charter school coming soon to Winston-Salem
Once Legacy Traditional School plans to enroll 1,200 students from Winston-Salem/Forsyth County and Davie County areas.
June 16, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: Downtown Winston-Salem filled with street lights, trees, and buildings.
City
A guide to city departments in Winston-Salem
We’re here to connect you with the right city departments to address your needs.
June 12, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday:
Work
All you need to know about Piedmont Triad International Airport
To help make your entire process at PTI airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s nonstop flights.
June 11, 2025
 · 
Staff
Assortment of different-colored vegetables are in bins on a table. There is a scale behind them in the table.
Live
Farmers markets to explore around Winston-Salem
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up six farmers markets in and around Winston-Salem.
June 10, 2025
 · 
Staff
People on bicycles and standing on a smooth surface facing an outdoor wall that says "Peter Oliver" and has graphics underneath. A transparent black and white photograph is on the right side of the wall's opening.
Events
Juneteenth Celebration: Honor the legacy of Peter Oliver, a freedman who helped shape history
Walk the path of the famous Winstonian and learn about his legacy in Old Salem through week-long events leading to Juneteenth.
June 9, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
A dark blue sky surrounds the top of the Wells Fargo Center, a large building with a domed top.
City
3 of the tallest buildings towering in Winston-Salem’s skyline
New developments and buildings are underway all over Winston-Salem. But which are the tallest?
June 5, 2025
 · 
Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Pool with people swimming. A row of trees are in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Take your first dip of the summer season at these public pools in Winston-Salem
The city’s aquatics program offers plenty of options to stay cool this season.
June 3, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu
WStoday: 2024 Summer reads layed out on the table at Book Ferret in Winston-Salem, NC
Culture
Catch some reads with Forsyth County Summer Reading Program
Stack up your summer with book recs and library programs that’ll keep you learning and entertained.
June 2, 2025
 · 
Kellina Wanteu