Candles from Fiddle & Fig

A print from local artist Heather Parker

Anything from Just Be

Tea sampler from Chad’s Chai; choose from samplers of their best-selling blends or their five unique chais

WSNC wood ornament from Camel City Goods

“Amish Baking at Home” from Louie & Honey, which includes the recipe for their famous cinnamon rolls!

Gift card to The Bookhouse

Moravian cookies from Wilkerson Bakery; Jacob’s favorites are the sugar cookies!

Wool socks from local artist Laura Frazier of FarmGirl Arts

Methodical coffee beans from Camino Bakery

White Elephant: Budget-friendly picks in home décor, kitchenware, and books that are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

Tacky Holiday Sweaters: The festive sweater you need at a price that makes sense for something you’ll only wear once a year.

Travel: Heading to the slopes? Grab coats, gloves, and cold-weather essentials (perfect for kids who will outgrow everything by next season).

Menorah Lighting - Celebrate Hanukkah in Bailey Park with a giant menorah lighting, Jewish dishes, and a gelt drop from a fire truck! 5 PM

Christmas Show - Spring Theatre performs a family-friendly show, “There’s No Place Like The North Pole,” at Mountcastle Forum! 7 PM

Boogie Winter Wonderland - Listen to the Piedmont Wind Symphony perform holiday favorites (with a funky twist) at The Ramkat! 7:30 PM

Dirty Santa Bingo - Join Bar Nola for a festive twist on bingo — each round’s winner will either select a new gift or “steal” a previous winner’s gift! 7 PM

Cookie Exchange - Mingle and munch on cookies with the Winston Girls Club at Dive Bar! Bring at least a dozen cookies to swap. 6-8 PM

Trivia Night - Test your holiday knowledge and compete in an ugly sweater contest at The Dutch Light! 7 PM

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. 5:30-8 PM*

Basketball - Cheer on the Deacs as they take on Longwood at LJVM Coliseum! 7 PM

Gingerbread Showdown - Compete in Fiddin’ Fish’s annual gingerbread house decorating contest! Supplies are included in the entry fee. 4-9 PM

Candle Making - Craft two custom soy wax candles with Hand the Light at Foothills Tasting Room! 6 PM

Frozen Holiday Party - Take the kids to Cupcake Cuties Cafe to take photos with Elsa and Anna, decorate Frozen-themed treats, and make snow! 6 PM

Holiday Movie - Relive the magic of “It’s a Wonderful Life” at a/perture! Additional showing on Sunday.

Winston Lights Fun Run - Run through the holiday lights of Buena Vista! Free to participate; starts at Fleet Feet Winston-Salem. 6 PM

Martini Night - The Porch and Sutler’s Spirit Co. team up for an unforgettable night! Enjoy custom martinis, paint bottle bottoms, and tour Sutler’s distillery. 6-9 PM

Candlelight Concerts - Listen to the Listeso String Quartet perform under the glow of candlelight at the Millennium Center. Christmas carol concert at 4:15 and 8:45 PM; Hans Zimmer concert at 6:30 PM.

Vinyl Lounge - Bring your records to NCMA Winston-Salem and enjoy listening to analog sound with fellow music lovers. 5-10 PM

Paint Night - Create a Fourth Wing-inspired painting at Wine & Design — it’s a perfect gift for the romantasy fan in your life! 7 PM

Art Crush - Head to the Arts District for a block party with live performances, art galleries, and local vendors & artists. 7-10 PM

Polar Express & PJs - Join Main & Mountain Bookstore for a Polar Express storytime, hot cocoa, and a visit from Santa. Kids are encouraged to wear their PJs! 6 PM

Annual Chili Competition - A little friendly rivalry and a lot of delicious chili.

Member Celebrations – Got a promotion or welcomed a new baby? Flywheel makes sure everyone hears about it.

Annual Cookie Swap - Even without a big in-person team or a local office, you still get a festive holiday party.

✨ Dining: 10/10 dining at The Downtown Grille! Enjoy festive decor and menu highlights like Grilled Verlasso Salmon and Apple & Cardamom Crisp. Reserve your table for your next night out!*

🍜 Opening: Noodle Ju’B opens at Salem Bottleworks tomorrow, December 16! From the team behind Bobby Boy, this noodle counter serves delicious ramen bowls with house-made noodles and fresh broth.

🎨 Art: Work on Winston-Salem’s largest mural is underway! Artists Leo Rucker and Joey Allen are creating a 33,000-square-foot mural at Whitaker Park celebrating R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company’s 150th anniversary. It’s expected to be finished by early summer 2026. (FOX8 WGHP)

🎉 Now Open: Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) of the Triad has opened a new center at 1741 Motor Road! It offers medical and dental care, a social day center, home care, rehab services, and medical transportation for enrolled adults 55+.

📖 Literary: Local author Courtney Perry recently published her first poetry collection, "More Than One Way: Poems & Reflections on Early Motherhood.” The collection explores the complex experiences of becoming a parent — you can find it at The Bookhouse!

😢 Closing: Old Richmond Grill will close its brick-and-mortar restaurant on December 31 due to “recent developments with the state on the DOT-owned property.” It’s not all bad news, though; owners Chris and Jessica will continue operating the food truck!

🐑 Feel Good: Crossnore’s farm has two new residents: Sarah and Rebecca, a pair of sheep! They were originally adopted by Wake Forest professor Joel Tauber for his “Seeking Pasture” project and moved to Crossnore afterward. Sarah and Rebecca will be included in hands-on educational and therapy programming.

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 - 51%

🕎 Yesterday marked the first day of Hanukkah. Wishing a joyful holiday to all those celebrating!

📋 Thinking about your New Year’s resolutions? Check out Wake Forest’s tips on how to stick to your goals!