What: This includes over 800 parking spaces!

Keep In Mind: City-owned parking decks and lots will continue to charge $1 per hour.

Why It Matters: Residents have raised concerns about the cost of parking downtown. Free parking will make downtown more accessible, providing a holiday boost for downtown’s small businesses and restaurants.

Mistletoe Run | Dec 6 | The most wonderful run of the year with family-friendly fun (bounce houses, post-race party, food trucks, cheerleaders & more).

Camp | Your kid won’t remember the toy, but they’ll remember the adventure. Give the gift of camp this holiday season.

Personal Training | Jump into 2026 with momentum. Get your personal training package (4, 8, or 12 sessions) now and lock in 2025 rates.*

Holiday Symphony - Listen to the Piedmont Wind Symphony perform holiday favorites at Centenary United Methodist Church! Free to attend. 7:30 PM

Tree Lighting - Attend the Clemmons tree lighting ceremony at Clemmons Village Hall, featuring snowfall, train rides, and a visit from Santa. 5:30 PM

Basketball Game - Cheer on the Demon Deacons as they take on Oklahoma at LJVM Coliseum! 7 PM

Baubles & Bubbly - Join Christina Parrish at The Open Studio and turn simple glass ornaments into works of art. 6 PM

Wreath DIY - Design a custom holiday wreath at Sophisticated Florals! 6 PM

Holiday Movie Trivia - How well do you know your classic holiday movies? Test your knowledge at Incendiary Brewing! Donate to play; proceeds benefit City With Dwellings. 7:30 PM

Fried Chicken Dinner - Enjoy a three-course meal paired with a glass of champagne at Salem Bottleworks. RSVP required. Seatings from 6-7 PM.

Crochet Craft Night - Learn to crochet a snowflake at The Porch! RSVP required. Proceeds benefit D.O.S.E., a creative safe space. 6:30 PM

Christmas Candlelight Service - Join Salem Academy and College for an inspiring message, choral music, and the lighting of traditional Moravian candles. 4:15 PM

Christmas Wrapped in Brass - Listen to the North Carolina Brass Band perform your holiday favorites at Guilford College! 7:30 PM*

The Nutcracker - Watch UNCSA students bring this classic ballet to life at the Steven Tanger Center! Runs through Sunday.

A Motown Christmas - Enjoy a night of Christmas carols and Motown music from NC Black Rep at Hanesbrands Theatre! Runs through December 21.

Tuba Christmas - Listen to dozens of tuba players perform Christmas carols at First Presbyterian Church. Free to attend. 6:30 PM

Theatre Show - Theatre Alliance presents its production of “Holiday Inn,” a musical based on the 1942 movie. Runs through December 21.

Tree Lighting - Get ready for caroling, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa at Lewisville’s tree lighting ceremony in Shallowford Square. 7 PM

Murder Mystery - Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and help solve a murder at Old Homeplace Vineyard! 7:30 PM

Cooking Class - Learn to make the perfect soup and sandwich in this hands-on class at Southern Home & Kitchen! 12 PM

Celebrating 60 years of this beloved UNCSA tradition

Jaw-dropping choreography performed by standout ballet + contemporary dancers

Tchaikovsky’s timeless score performed live by the UNCSA Symphony Orchestra

🎵 Save the Date: Step into a sea of candlelight when the Vienna Light Orchestra takes the stage at RJ Reynolds Auditorium on December 23. World-class musicians bring a beloved list of Christmas classics to life. Two show times (3 pm + 7 pm) with high sell-out risk!*

💙 Support: Giving Tuesday is December 2! This annual day encourages people to practice generosity. Check out local nonprofits in our area that you can support!

⚖️ Civic: New state laws went into effect today, December 1. Part of the new legislation ended window-tint testing during vehicle safety inspections, though drivers will need to roll down tinted windows during traffic stops. (WXII 12)

✏️ Education: Dr. Don Phipps was sworn in as WS/FCS’s new superintendent this morning, December 1. Named the North Carolina Superintendent of the Year in 2023, Phipps has previously served in Caldwell and Beaufort Counties. (WXII 12)

😢 Closing: K&W Cafeteria has closed all its locations. Founded in 1937, the company was headquartered in Winston-Salem and had locations all across the Triad.

🍦 Dessert: Twin City Sweets is back for a Christmas pop-up from December 5-7 at 2594 W Clemmonsville Road! Get ready for peanut butter balls, Oreo balls, Christmas sundaes, and more.

Made a holiday budget? Great! Now take a moment to revisit it and see how you’re doing. Small tweaks now can prevent big surprises later.

Set aside funds in a dedicated savings account to avoid overspending. This way, you can enjoy holiday shopping without hurting your finances.

Plan for January bills by leaving a buffer in your budget, or consider paying a credit card bill early. This helps you start the new year debt-free and stress-free.

Christmas Wrapped in Brass - Ring in the season with the North Carolina Brass Band! Hear your holiday favorites at Wake Forest University on December 6.

Ardmore Home Tour - Explore eight homes in one of Winston-Salem’s most beloved, historic neighborhoods on December 7.

Trade Street Farmers Market - Browse 20+ local vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, food, and drinks on Trade Street on December 7.

An Enchanted Christmas at Reynolda - Explore the decorated Reynolda House, craft Christmas cards, and make the perfect cup of cocoa at this family-friendly, after-hours event on December 13 & 17.

ChristmasFest & Holiday Market - Enjoy musical performances, a visit from Santa, and tours of the Archives Vault at the Archie K. Davis Center on December 13.

Old Fashioned Christmas - Bring the family to Asset Guard on December 13 for horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, hot cocoa, and more!

A Christmas Carol Drone Light Show - Experience Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story at Truist Stadium on December 20.

Vienna Light Orchestra - Listen to world-class musicians and vocalists perform holiday music under the glow of candlelight on December 23 at Reynolds Auditorium.

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No - 78%

👀 Have you seen the newest season of Stranger Things? The WSQK radio station is based on a real place in North Carolina! (WXII 12)