Winston Salem Fairgrounds

Twin City Thunderbirds vs Pee Dee Ice Cats
2025-12-06 18:05 - 20:30, 2025-11-22 18:05 - 20:30, 2025-11-21 19:35 - 22:00, 2025-10-18 18:05 - 20:30, 2025-10-17 19:35 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Arena Ice Rink, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
*Doors open 1 hour and 15 minutes before each game time*
Individual Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased the following ways:
Click Here: Twin City Thunderbirds Individual Game Tickets
Drive Here: Arena Box Office (Mon-Sat 10 am – 5 pm, hours extended on game days)
Game Day Parking: Game Day Parking for the 2025-26 season is FREE courtesy of the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds*

Most Saturday home games will include a Post Game Skate for the public. Skates are available for rent at $3.

Turkey Strut 5K
2025-11-27 07:30 - 12:00 | NC
Race Day Schedule
7:30 a.m.: Race Day Registration Opens/Packet Pick Up
8:30 a.m.: Registration Closes
8:30 a.m.: Fun Run Starts
9:00 a.m.: 5K Starts
Sign Up: Turkey Strut 5K
From Jones Racing Company
We are now entering our 18th year of the Turkey Strut 5K! There is both an in-person and a virtual option, so you participate in whichever way works for you. Virtual participants will have Thanksgiving Day through the following Sunday to complete their 5K or 1 mile and submit their results. You can either pick up your shirt and medal at packet pick up on Wednesday or you can add-on shipping during registration and we’ll mail it to you.
This event benefits the We Care House of Winston-Salem. The mission of the We Care House is to meet the physical needs of the people in order to position them so their spiritual needs can be met without distraction. The We Care House is an outreach of St. Peter’s that provides food to the community. Participants are asked to bring at least 3 canned food items to donate to the We Care House food bank.
The event takes place at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds which has PLENTY of parking and room for everyone.
The course is a USATF Certified 5K course and a 1-mile fun run/walk. Finally, you don’t have to sit around the house all day waiting for the turkey to finish baking. Place that turkey in the oven and come join the fun at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds!
The race will begin at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds off Deacon Blvd just across the street from BB&T Field/Stadium. With the incredible year to year growth of this event we have designed this course to accommodate the participants and families. The course runs near BB&T Field/Stadium, Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum, and the Deacon Baseball field stadium. Given that the course is USATF Certified, final run times will go toward state and national records.
Bring your family and out-of-town guests for a great start to the Thanksgiving morning. Strollers and dogs are welcome to join the fun!
The awards are very unique for this event. Turkeys will be given to the Top 3 Overall Male & Female and Top 3 Overall Masters Male & Female.
All participants in the 5K will receive Long Sleeve T-shirts, one-mile fun run participants have the option to purchase a shirt during registration. Finisher Medals for every participant (both the 5K and one-mile fun run)!

HanesBrands Holiday Warehouse Sale
2025-11-17 08:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-15 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-14 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-13 12:00 - 19:00 | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Shop the HanesBrands Holiday Warehouse Sale to stock up on all kinds of clothing basics, holiday gifts, and more! Cash and card are accepted. All proceeds will be benefitting United Way of Forsyth County.

Parking is free via Gate 7 on Shorefair Drive.

Sale Hours:Nov. 13: 12-7 PMNov. 14: 8 AM-7 PMNov. 15: 8 AM-7 PMNov. 17: 8 AM-2 PM

Walk to End Alzheimer's
2025-11-16 13:30 - 17:00 | Innergrounds, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Schedule of Events:
Registration and lunch begins at 1:30 p.m. | Ceremony and Walk to follow
Location:
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | 569 Fairgrounds Blvd, Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 |
Route Length: 1 mile & 2 mile options
Contact:
Samantha Williams | 980-498-7740 | sjwilliams@alz.org
General Information
Where do the funds go?
All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer’s further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. The Alzheimer’s Association is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Do I have to register in order to Walk?
Yes, we want to know you’re walking with us and need every participant to sign a standard waiver through their official registration. There is no registration fee for Walk. However, we ask every participant to make a personal donation and commit to raising funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
Do I need to register my children for Walk?
Yes, children should register. Parents/guardians can register children online or complete an offline registration form and sign the waiver on behalf of the child.
Does every participant get a T-shirt?
Every registered participant who achieves the fundraising minimum of $100 will receive an official Walk to End Alzheimer’s T-shirt via USPS. To receive a shirt in time for Walk day, participants must raise the T-shirt minimum at least four weeks prior to the event.
How do I get my offline donations to show up on my personal fundraising web page?
Donations can be made offline by submitting a check or money order by mail or hand-delivering to the local Alzheimer’s Association office. Be sure to include your offline donation form, which can be found in your Participant Center or on your fundraising web page, to make sure you receive credit for the donation. Donations typically take one to two weeks to show up on your web page. Don’t want to wait? You can also deposit checks directly to your Walk page from the Walk to End Alzheimer’s mobile app for iPhone or Android.

Event Specifics
Are pets, strollers, bicycles and skates allowed on Walk day?
We do allow strollers, but for everyone’s safety, we discourage skateboards, bicycles, inline skates and wheelie footwear. Depending on the Walk location rules, well-behaved dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times.
What happens if it rains?
Walk is a rain or shine event. However, in the case of severe weather, we will cancel. If this is the case, we will update our Walk homepage on or before the morning of the event.
We need volunteers! Know anyone who might be interested in helping us on the day of the event?
We need volunteers to help with set-up, clean-up, registration, water stops, Promise Garden and so much more. All interested volunteers should visit our volunteer page for more information about event day roles and responsibilities.
How do I get a Promise Garden Flower?
Each registered participant will receive a Promise Garden flower. Please choose the color that best represents your connection to the disease.

Blue represents someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia
Purple is for those who have lost someone to the disease.
Yellow represents someone who is currently supporting or caring for a person living with Alzheimer’s.
Orange is for those who support the cause and the Association’s vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

Twin City Thunderbirds vs Blue Ridge Bobcats
2025-11-15 18:05 - 20:30, 2025-10-24 19:35 - 21:00 | Arena Ice Rink, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States

Furniture City Kennel Club All-Breeds Show
2025-11-09 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-08 08:00 - 19:00 | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
The Furniture City Kennel Club is hosting its annual all-breed dog show November 8-9, 2025 at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center. The event starts at 8 a.m. both days.
Events at the all-breed dog show include:

Conformation
Junior Showmanship
The National Owner-Handled Series
The 4 & under 6 months puppy competition

Twin City Thunderbirds vs Columbus River Dragons
2025-11-08 18:05 - 20:30, 2025-11-07 19:35 - 21:00 | Arena Ice Rink, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States

Scottish Terrier Club Specialty Dog Show
2025-11-07 10:30 - 18:00, 2025-11-06 13:00 - 18:00 | Home & Garden Building, 421 W 27th Street, Gate 9, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
2025 Scottish Terrier Club Specialty Dog Show
Featuring: 2 Independent Specialties, 2 Sweepstakes, 2 BPUPS, Juniors, and Banquet

Thursday Information:
Show begins at 1 p.m.
Judges: Jan Richie Gladstone (Regular Classes, Mark Darwish (Sweepstakes), Kari Hill (Juniors)
7th Annual STCP Southern BBQ Banquet & Auction (Reservations required. CLICK HERE).

Friday Information
Show begins at 10:30 a.m.
· Judges: Christine Erickson (Regular Classes & Juniors), Helen Prince (Sweepstakes)

Follow the Scottish Terrier Club of the Piedmont: Facebook

Triad Sports Car Club Autocross
2025-11-02 07:00 - 18:00 | Midway, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Triad Sports Car Club has been hosting amateur motorsports in North Carolina since 1967. They host several events at the Fairgrounds throughout the year. Visit their website to learn how to become a member and register for their events!
Click here to register for this event!
Registration closes Friday, October 31st at 11:59 PM.
Event Schedule

Site Opens: 7:00 AM
Registration & Tech Opens: 8:00 AM
Registration/Check-in and Tech closes at 9:30 AM
Novice Meeting & Novice Course Walk: 9:35 AM
Drivers’ Meeting: 10:00 AM
First Car Off: 10:20 AM

Skate & Scare
2025-11-01 18:15 - 21:15 | Arena Ice Rink, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Creep the Halloween fun going all weekend long with our annual Skate and Scare on November 1! Come dressed in your Halloween best to participate in our costume contest for a chance to win Twin City Thunderbirds tickets! Don’t forget to bring something to hold all your candy!

November 1 | 6:15-9:15 PM
FREE admission if dressed up in a costume
Skate rental: $3

WS/FCS Magnet School Showcase
2025-11-01 10:00 - 13:00 | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Photo courtesy of WS/FCS
Magnet schools offer students the opportunity to venture outside their residential district and join programs that allow them to focus their curriculum on subjects that interest them, such as engineering, health sciences, visual or performing arts, and the International Baccalaureate. Joining a magnet school requires a long-term application process, but the Magnet School Showcase is an early opportunity for interested families to see what magnet schools can offer them.
Click here to learn more about Choice and Magnet Schools.

Why Choose a Magnet School?

Specialized, Focused Learning: From STEM to performing arts, a deeper, interest-driven curriculum that complements state standards.
Diverse & Inclusive Classrooms: Students learn alongside peers with similar passions and from varied backgrounds, preparing them for their future.
It’s FREE — Public Benefits: All the innovation of theme-based education without private school costs — plus services and accountability of public schools.

Who Benefits From Magnet Schools?

Curious students who want hands-on projects and real-world learning.
Families seeking rigorous, themed programs without additional costs.
Students from charter/private schools looking for specialized programs that also offer public resources, supports, and community connections.

What Magnet Programs Are Offered?

Program Pathways

Visual & Performing Arts
STEM/STEAM
International Baccalaureate (IB)/Dual Language Immersion (DLI)
Career College Apprenticeships

Auction Game Sales
2025-10-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Auction Game Sales, an amusement and entertainment equipment auction, returns to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds at the Event Center!

When: Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Event Center
For parking, use Gate 7 off Shorefair Dr.
What: Auction Game Sales is an amusement and entertainment equipment auction company that has been serving both domestic and international clients at their monthly consignment auctions for over 30 years. At every sale, they average 750 items for auction, giving you the chance to choose from the largest and best selection of quality, late-model amusement equipment. Click here for more information on this event.
This event is not only meant for individuals & businesses looking to purchase arcade equipment. AGS is also meant for businesses looking to sell equipment, whether you’re down-sizing or closing up shop. If you have a Family Entertainment Center or arcade that is closing, Auction Game Sales can come to your location and handle the entire liquidation on site. Advertising through major trade publications, our extensive operator mailing list, and local media for the home market will bring buyers from many states to purchase your assets.
This auction event is among several trade shows that come to the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds several times a year. To stay in the know with trade shows coming to the fairgrounds visit our event calendar.

WFU Homecoming Tailgate
2025-10-25 | Innergrounds, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Join fellow Deacons for this fun pre-game tradition at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. guests can enjoy a delicious buffet, two drink tickets, live music, games, and plenty of Demon Deacon fun for the whole family. Guests may purchase additional drinks on-site (credit card or cash). Registration is now closed.
Click here for the tailgate parking map.
Purchase game tickets directly from the Wake Forest Ticket Office.

Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market
2025-10-04 06:00 - 12:00 | NC
Shop local at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market!
The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market is Forsyth County’s longest-running source for locally raised fruits, vegetables, and proteins. Market vendors also offer flowers, handmade baskets, cakes & pies, fresh baked breads, jams & jellies, honey, crafts and much more.
The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market also accepts SNAP and EBT Cards!
Use your SNAP benefits to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and local meat and dairy products. Click here to learn how to use your SNAP benefits at the Farmer’s Market.
Open year-round every Saturday, 6:00 AM – Noon, at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market Building.
We are located at 2532 Farmers Market Way, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.
Enter through the parking area off of 27th Street.

Carolina Classic Fair
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-12 | NC
The Carolina Classic Fair is Barn to Be Wild in 2025! Join us for 10 days of wild rides, food, and live entertainment!
Advance tickets are on sale now through October 2! For more information visit Carolina Classic Fair.

Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market
2025-09-27 06:00 - 12:00 | Farmers Market Building, 2532 Farmers Market Way, Winston-Salem, 27105, United States
Shop local at the Fairgrounds Farmers Market!
During the Carolina Classic Fair, the Farmers Market will be open in the Leaf Lot next to Pine Hall Brick on Shorefair Drive. Please use 2881 Shorefair Drive to access the Leaf Lot. The Farmers Market will be held in Leaf Lot on the following dates: September 27, October 4, and October 11.
The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market is Forsyth County’s longest-running source for locally raised fruits, vegetables, and proteins. Market vendors also offer flowers, handmade baskets, cakes & pies, fresh baked breads, jams & jellies, honey, crafts and much more.
The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market also accepts SNAP and EBT Cards!
Use your SNAP benefits to buy fresh fruits, vegetables and local meat and dairy products. Click here to learn how to use your SNAP benefits at the Farmer’s Market.
Open year-round every Saturday, 6:00 AM – Noon, at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Farmers Market Building.
We are located at 2532 Farmers Market Way, Winston-Salem, NC 27105.
Enter through the parking area off of 27th Street.

Goodwill Days - Carolina Classic Fair
2025-09-15 - 2025-10-02 | NC
Now through October 2, donate any gently used clothing item(s) to a Forsyth County Goodwill location and receive a free admission ticket to the Carolina Classic Fair! Offer is valid in Forsyth County only and good for one ticket per car.
Visit Home – Goodwill of Northwest NC to find your closest Goodwill store.
The Carolina Classic Fair runs October 3-12. Click here for more information.

Forsyth Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show
2025-09-07 11:30 - 17:00 | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
FGMC (Forsyth Gem and Mineral Club) hosts their annual show September 5-7, 2025 in the Fairgrounds Event Center! This show will feature vendors selling mineral and fossil specimens, jewelry components, fine and custom jewelry, tools, lapidary equipment and various other items. FGMC members will be available throughout the weekend to help identify minerals, to provide lapidary demonstrations and sell/cut geodes.
Admission
Adult admission is $3. Children get in free with an adult.
Show Hours
September 5 & 6: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
September 7: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival
2025-09-06 12:00 - 18:00 | Innergrounds, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Experience 60+ Beers, 40+ Bourbons, and LOTS of Barbecue! For the first time ever, the East Coast’s favorite BBQ festival is coming to Winston-Salem! This festival is a true Southerner’s dream filled with beer, bourbon, barbecue, boots, bacon, biscuits, bluegrass, and more.

What to Expect:

Each guest receives a Souvenir Glass to enjoy an all-you-care-to-taste sampling of beer and bourbon
Enjoy whole hogs during this Shrine of Swine event
It’s BBQ Galore! Vendors will feature all kinds of great barbecue including pulled pork, ribs, brisket, chickens, sausages, and all the sides you can imagine. Portions are heavy and prices are low!
The Tasting Theater features seminars from master distillers, brewmasters, and pitmasters across the South.
The Cochon Carnival is loaded with fun activities and games if you need some time to make room for seconds (or thirds!)
The Main Stage features live rock and blues musicians to keep the party going
Shop from vendors selling everything from hot sauces, BBQ sauces and accessories, cigars, and more

Admission
Click here to buy tickets!
VIP Admission: $75

Valid from 12-6 PM
Includes:

2 extra hours of sampling (Exclusive to VIP!)
BBQ dinner plate (Exclusive to VIP!)
Souvenir tasting glass
Unlimited sampling of beer and bourbon
All live entertainment

General Admission: $45

Valid from 2-6 PM
Includes:

Souvenir tasting glass
Unlimited sampling of beer and bourbon
All live entertainment

*Designated Driver Tickets will be available onsite only for $25.
