November 26, 2025

🦃 8+ Family Activities for Thanksgiving Weekend

Christy Bellis & Jacob Gauthier
November 26, 2025

Hosting friends or family in Winston-Salem this Thanksgiving? Check out these holiday activities you can all enjoy!

Experience the Victorian-inspired Christmas decorations at Körner’s Folly | Already open
Ice skate at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds
Visit the Tanglewood Festival of Lights | Open daily from 6-11 PM
Pick out a Christmas tree
See 10,000 illuminated flowers at Ciener Botanical Garden | Opens November 29
Meet Santa and the Grinch at Kersey Valley | Opens November 28
Create holiday crafts at Dabble Art Bar | Open Thursday-Sunday
Explore Old Salem on its Joy of Christmas tour | Fridays and Saturdays
Make a holiday wreath at Millstone Creek Orchards | Workshops begin November 28
Visit holiday-decorated bars and restaurants

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Live Music | Recurring Events

A Carolina Christmas - Listen to the Winston-Salem Symphony play familiar holiday tunes with a jazzy twist. We hear Santa will make an appearance! 7:30 PM*
Crafts & Jazz - Make holiday crafts at Dabble Art Bar while the Matt Kendrick Quartet plays jazzy Christmas hits. 3-5 PM
Little Innovators - Your preschooler will learn about weather through hands-on activities at Kaleideum! 10:30 AM
Artisan Market - Make a dent in your holiday shopping at Foothills Tasting Room! 1-6 PM
Festival of Trees - Bid on Christmas trees, shop from local vendors, and watch dancers perform pieces from The Nutcracker at Magnolia Hill Chapel! 11 AM - 3 PM

Vendor Market - Discover one-of-a-kind items crafted by local artists and makers at Robinhood Plaza! 12-5 PM
Vision Board Workshop - Set achievable, purpose-driven goals and make your 2026 vision board at Oasis at the Mill. 1:30 PM
Cocktail Class - Join easytalk at the bar to make seasonal hot cocktails! Sessions at 2 and 4 PM.
Wreath Workshop - Create a festive holiday wreath at The Dutch Light! 4 PM

Book Bedazzling - Enjoy an evening of book-themed crafts and treats at Dulce Aroma! Bring your own book to decorate; supplies provided. 5 PM

📅 Save the Date: Watch the Christmas Carol Drone Light Show at Truist Stadium on December 20! Pro tip: Get your tickets early — last year’s show sold out in advance!
🎨 Arts: The Alley of the Arts is a new collaborative outdoor space created by Trade Street business owners! Located at 205 W 6th St, the Alley hosts a weekly makers market and music act every Saturday.
🌮 Now Open: Taqueria Luciano’s second location at 723 N Trade Street is now open! You can expect the same authentic Mexican food, plus new Venezuelan dishes like arepas and hallacas.
✏️ Education: WS/FCS is seeking feedback on next year’s calendar. Option A starts August 10 and ends the semester before winter break, while Option B starts August 24 and ends the semester on January 15. Share your input by December 5. (WFDD)
🎄 Volunteer: Love Out Loud needs volunteers for Christmas for the City on December 20! There are plenty of opportunities, including decorating, helping out in the North Pole Village, or even joining the dance crew!

Christmas Wrapped in Brass - Ring in the season with the North Carolina Brass Band! Hear your holiday favorites in Greensboro (Dec 5) and in Winston-Salem (Dec 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 - Discover the decorated Reynolda House, make Christmas cards, enjoy hot cocoa, and hear organ music at this family-friendly after-hours event on December 13 & 17.
ChristmasFest & Holiday Market - Enjoy Christmas carols, a visit from Santa, food & drink vendors, and artist demonstrations 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!

Monday’s results: Do you use a real or artificial tree for the holidays?

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! We hope you have a wonderful time with your friends and family.

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