Winston Salem Fairgrounds

Trace Adkins 30th Anniversary Tour w/Aaron Tippin @Bowman Gray Stadium
2026-08-14 18:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Bowman Gray Stadium, 1250 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC, 27107, United States
Another Historic Event coming to Winston-Salem’s Bowman Gray Stadium
Trace Adkins 30th Anniversary Tour
Featuring Aaron Tippin
Gates WILL OPEN at 5 pm
Show Begins at 6:30 pm with Joe Porter, Andrew Milsaps, Aaron Tippin, and Trace Adkins
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Clear Bag Policy is in effect, No Chairs or blankets on the field level, CASHLESS event
Field Level is General Admission standing (no seating) and will have dedicated access to Field Level.
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VIP SEATING INFORMATION:
Party Patios are located on the top of sections 25 and 27 are limited to the first 60 tickets SOLD, include:
**Hot Dogs, Pulled Pork BBQ, Chips, Popcorn, Soda
Party Patio 27 (30 seats), Party Patio 25 (30 seats)
For Premium Seating Suite Options email lees@cityofws.org
Suite 1 (16 seats): $2800 (Food and Beverages packages sold separately)
Suite 2 (16 seats): $2800 (Food and Beverages packages sold separately)
Suite 3 (15 seats): $2250 (Food and Beverages packages sold separately)
Suite 4 (15 seats): $2250 (Food and Beverages packages sold separately)

PARKING INFORMATION:
Parking – $20 – Early Purchase: PURCHASE PARKING
*highly encouraged to purchase in advance to save time and money and help our staff upon entry into the lots

NEED TO STAY OVERNIGHT?
Stay in the heart of downtown and 5 minutes from Bowman Gray Stadium!
Book your group rate for Bowman Gray Stadium Concert
You will find the information for your online reservation link below.
Bowman Gray Stadium Concert
Start Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
End Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
**to book ONLY ONE night be sure to change the default dates
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown for 136.00 USD per night – Last Day to Book : Thursday, July 30, 2026

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About Trace Adkins
Over the course of his three-decade reign in Country music, MULTI-PLATINUM hitmaker Trace Adkins has emerged as a full-fledged icon whose reach spans far beyond the genre’s borders. A multi-award-winning singer and actor who’s scored 40 hit singles on Country radio, the Louisiana native is now nearing the 30th anniversary of his trailblazing debut album Dreamin’ Out Loud—a 1996 LP that delivered his No. 1 “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing” and “Every Light In The House” (a Top 5 entry on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart). With 12 MILLION albums sold to date, the superstar entertainer recently followed his featured spot on Blake Shelton’s Friends & Heroes Tour with his own What Color’s Your Wild Tour (a hot-ticket headline run named for his hard-driving anthem released in early 2025) and will be embarking on his 30th Anniversary headline run in 2026. For the latest entry in a celebrated filmography including acclaimed movies like Deepwater Horizon and a recurring role on the blockbuster sitcom King of the Hill, Adkins is next reprising his role as MercyMe manager Scott Brickell in I Can Only Imagine 2 (due out February 2026) after appearing as Big Buck in Day of Reckoning (a 2025 action film that featured his rousing revenge ballad “That Someday” in its closing credits). Also a devoted philanthropist with a deep-rooted passion for giving back to the military community, he’s helped raise millions of dollars to support injured post-9/11 veterans as part of his work with the Wounded Warrior Project and received a multitude of honors for his humanitarian work, including the National Defense Industrial Association’s Dwight D. Eisenhower Award. A true American legend whose powerhouse catalog includes 14 studio albums, Adkins continues to embody the fiery spirit of traditional Country while moving the genre forward with his ever-evolving sound.

NASHVILLE, TN – JUNE 09: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY) Singer-songwriter Trace Adkins performs on stage for day 2 of the 2017 CMA Music Festival on June 9, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by John Shearer/WireImage)

About Aaron Tippin

With a wide smile and engaging Southern drawl, Aaron Tippin proclaims he’s the “luckiest hillbilly that has ever lived,” and there’s no arguing it. After all he’s been struck by lightning twice and lived to tell, piloted planes with engine failure and even somewhat more miraculously, he’s survived more than three decades in the music business and is still going strong.
Along the way, he’s earned six gold albums and one platinum. He’s released more than 30 singles, including such hits as “You’ve Got to Stand for Something,” “My Blue Angel,” “I Wouldn’t Have it Any Other Way,” “Kiss This,” “Workin’ Man’s Ph. D,” “There Ain’t Nothing Wrong with the Radio” and “Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly,” which was not only a country hit, but top 20 on Billboard’s all genre Hot 100 chart. Of course, luck often plays a role in achieving success in the entertainment industry, but the real driving forces behind Tippin’s achievements are a dedicated work ethic and undeniable talent.
“This took me by surprise actually,” Tippin says of his music career. “It was the furthest thing from my mind. I wanted to be an airplane pilot.”
He achieved that dream early on by becoming a commercial pilot and then began expanding his horizons by pursuing his other love—music. Born in Pensacola, FL and raised on a farm in Travelers Rest, SC, Tippin had a passion for aviation and became a pilot with single and multi-engine ratings. “But when the energy crunch hit and the airlines started furloughing senior captains I said, ‘This ain’t going to happen,’” he recalls. “I didn’t want to be a corporate pilot for the rest of my life, so I did what I liked next best and that was pickin’ and grinnin.’”
He took a job with an excavation company driving a bulldozer and dump truck by day and playing in clubs at night with his band. The enthusiastic hometown reception buoyed his musical aspirations, and he made the move to Nashville.
His first success in Music City came as a songwriter. The late Charlie Monk, known as the “Mayor of Music Row,” took Tippin under his wing. “He was my first champion in Nashville,” Tippin says. “I was working for him when he got the job at Acuff-Rose Publishing and he calls me and says, ‘Hey, do you want to come over here and write?’ I was lucky to get that chance.”
Tippin found himself writing songs for the legendary publishing company that had been home to Hank William Sr. His songs were recorded by gospel greats the Kingsmen, David Ball, Mark Collie and the legendary Charley Pride, but soon people began asking about the unique voice singing his demos and Tippin was offered a deal with RCA Records. His first single, “You’ve Got to Stand for Something,” became his first top ten hit in 1991.
Over the years, he’s built a successful career as an artist who sings what he believes. Tippin’s music has resonated with fans for decades because his love for God, country and family has always been front and center. He sings songs that celebrate the life of the common, hard-working man because that’s who Tippin is at his core.
He and his wife Thea raised their family on their Tennessee farm while continuing to nurture his thriving music career and launching other successful ventures. He’s continued as a pilot and for several years ran an aviation school. A shrewd entrepreneur, Aaron also parlayed his love for wine into a partnership with Stonehaus Winery and is hands on in developing his own wines. His 2021 launch of Aaron Tippin’s Blue Angel Blueberry Wine has been a tremendous success and he has recently released the new Ready to Rock Riesling.
Though he’s accomplished so much, Tippin refuses to rest on his considerable laurels. He continues to maintain a busy touring schedule and is working on a new book. “I call myself the luckiest hillbilly that has ever lived and I think it’s true,” he smiles. “I’ve even had my music in space. I performed in Saudi Arabia on the Bob Hope Christmas Show in 1990. There was a young Marine Captain in the audience and when the Gulf War was over, he moved on to NASA and he became a shuttle pilot and mission commander. So, one day I started getting calls from friends telling me that my song, ‘Big Boy Toys,’ had woke up the space shuttle.”
A month or so later, Tippin received a photo of an astronaut in space and in front of him, floating in midair, is an Aaron Tippin album. Commander Rick Sturckow wrote Aaron a letter explaining he had seen him perform when he was serving during Operation Desert Storm. “I was really impressed with you and your music. I was a fan. I chose your album to go with me in space,” Sturckow wrote.
Then he surprised Tippin by sending the album to him. “Rick listened to it up there and then he brought it back to earth and it’s hanging in my living room now,” he says with emotion in his voice. “I’ve had so many great things happen. I played the 4th of July at the Mall facing our nation’s Capitol. I’ve had some pretty cool things happen in my life and it’s all because of what happened with the songs. I still can’t believe all that came true. I’ve been hit by lightning twice. I’ve had two engine failures in airplanes and lived through them. I’m the luckiest hillbilly that’s ever lived.”
Tippin could easily retire and relax on his farm, but that ain’t his style. With the resurgence in the popularity of ‘90s country music, Tippin has never been in more demand. So, what keeps him out there performing after all his years in the business? “It’s the people I’ve met around the country that I’ve made friends,” he says. “I look so forward to going back out there and seeing them again and hanging out. I adore that. It’s fun for me and as long as it is fun, I’ll keep doing it. That’s what keeps me going is the fact that they still come after 35 years now. I’m so happy they keep coming.”

Piedmont 300 Tractor Pull
2026-08-14 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Grandstand, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Witness 9 thrilling pulling categories featuring vehicles with a massive 5,000 horsepower at the Piedmont 300 Tractor Pull! This annual summer event is an awesome, family-friendly way to close out the summer. Gates open at 5:00 p.m., and shows start at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets
*CASH ONLY AT THE GATE
Adults: $20
Kids ages 6-12: $5
Kids 5 and under free
Parking
Parking is free via Gate 7 off Shorefair Drive.

Presented by Upocpulling NTPA Truck and Tractor Pulling.

C&E Gun Show
2026-08-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
C&E Gun Shows has a wide variety of personal protection items from dozens of vendors! Their mission is to provide a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for guests to buy, sell, or trade shooting sport or personal protection items. They have several shows at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds throughout the year, so mark your calendars if you’re in the market to upgrade your personal protection equipment!
*Loaded firearms are NOT permitted on the Fairgrounds or in the Event Center.
2026 C&E Gun Shows

January 10-11
March 7-8
May 23-24
August 8-9
November 21-22
December 19-20

Show Hours

Saturdays: 9 AM – 5 PM
Sundays: 10 AM – 5 PM

Tickets
Adults: $12
Children 12 and under FREE

Great Head Start Back to School Event
2026-08-09 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Home & Garden Building, 421 W 27th Street, Gate 9, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
The Great Headstart Back-to-School Event on Sunday, August 9, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Neil Bolton Home & Garden Building. Families can enjoy free basic hairstyles, eyebrow waxing, school supplies, food, and drinks while supplies last. Presented by Corey Pauls Hair Studio in partnership with Mayor Allen Joines. Registration is required.

Farmer's Market
2026-08-08 06:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 06:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-25 06:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 06:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Farmers Market Building, 2532 Farmers Market Way, Winston-Salem, 27105, United States
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.

TeenTastic Carnival
2026-08-01 19:00 - 2026-08-02 00:00 (America/Halifax) | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
A free carnival experience open to both middle and high school students, packed with games, activities, and entertainment. This event is all about creating fun, safe, and memorable experiences for everyone involved.
Registration is required. The event is open to the first 500 students to register at TeenTastic Carnival.

TeenTastic Fashion and Hair Show
2026-07-31 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Halifax) | Education Building, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
FREE EVENT FOR TEENS!
The TeenTastic Fashion and Hair Show celebrates youth creativity, confidence, and self-expression through an exciting runway showcase featuring young models and the latest trends in fashion and beauty.

Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K
2026-07-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 421 27th St, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
July 18, 2026

Register to Run (Opens April 1, 2026)
Family Fun Run: ~1 mile in length, finishing times not recorded – Register Here
Beat the Heat 5K Race: Main event; inclusive to runners of all types – Register Here
Elite 5K Race: Elite runners that meet entry standard of 17:00 for men and 19:20 for women – Register Here

Race Day Schedule – July 18, 2026 (Tentative)

5:00 pm – Packet Pickup Opens
6:00 pm – Fun Run Start
6:30 pm – Beat the Heat 5K Start
7:45 pm – Elite 5K Start – Women
7:47 pm – Elite 5K Start – Men
8:15 pm – Awards Ceremony

About: The Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K exists to promote fitness, health, and an improved quality of life for individuals and families throughout our community. To strengthen this mission, two nonprofit Charity Partners are selected each year to share in the event’s proceeds. These partners are chosen for their direct impact on community health and fitness, with special consideration given to organizations serving youth and disadvantaged populations.
From the Twin City Track Club (TCTC):
Beat the Heat is proudly hosted by the TCTC — a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting running and fitness in the Winston-Salem, North Carolina area.
Founded in 1977, TCTC is Winston-Salem’s oldest running club and one of the largest in North Carolina, welcoming runners and walkers of all abilities. Our members represent a cross-section of the community who share a passion for staying active and connected.
Through group runs, educational programs, social events, and volunteer efforts, the club fosters a welcoming environment that encourages everyone — from beginners to experienced athletes — to enjoy the lifelong benefits of running and walking.

October London
2026-06-20 20:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
R&B is back INDOORS at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena Theatre! Mark your calendars for this once in a century intimate performance featuring October London in Winston-Salem, June 20, 2026. In partnership with 97.1 WQMG.
Doors open at 6:30 PM.
Show will begin at 8:00 PM.
Tickets start at $58. Click the link below to buy yours today!
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About October London
October London (real name Jared Samuel Erskine) is an American singer, songwriter, and producer known for his contemporary soulful R&B sound reminiscent of Marvin Gaye. Signed to Death Row Records by Snoop Dogg, he is a prominent artist often described as a revitalizer of classic soul. He has released albums like The Rebirth of Marvin.
Key details about October London:

Genre: R&B/Soul, with recent forays into country and funk.
Real Name: Jared Samuel Erskine.
Background: Formerly known as Sam London, he began his career in 2014 before signing to Snoop Dogg’s Cadillacc Music in 2016.
Key Projects: The Rebirth of Marvin (2023), October Nights (2024), and his debut EP Color Blind: Love (2016).
Career Highlights: Topped the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart with “Back to Your Place,” earned three Soul Train Music Awards nominations, and performed on the Voice Live Shows.
Alter Ego: He has introduced a new alter ego, Sam Nash, focusing on country-funk music.

October London is recognized for his smooth vocals and has collaborated heavily with Snoop Dogg, including work on the Death Row Records roster.

Craig Morgan with Neal McCoy
2026-06-19 19:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
The Classic Country Summer Concert Series is back at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena Theatre in partnership with Classic Country 98.1!
Doors open at 6:00 PM and the show will begin at 7:00 PM featuring local favorite Jon Montgomery!
Tickets start at $30. Click the link below to buy yours today!
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About Craig Morgan
Singer, author, actor, and soldier Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music hitmaker who has amassed more than 2.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard. With signature hits including “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” “International Harvester,” “Soldier,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” and his faith-filled tribute, “The Father, My Son and the Holy Ghost,” the multi-faceted entertainer’s music has formed the soundtrack to our lives for over two decades. His new music, American Soundtrack (BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville), is no exception, with each of the EP’s six songs infused with Craig’s faith and patriotism.
Craig received one of country music’s highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Craig spent seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserve and in 2023 enlisted again in the Army Reserve, continuing his military career as a Warrant Officer. He remains an avid supporter of America’s military personnel and has made more than sixteen overseas trips to perform for our troops. Craig is a member of the U.S. Field Artillery Hall of Fame and recipient of the USO Merit Award. In 2018, he was awarded the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, one of the highest awards the Department of the Army can bestow upon a civilian, in recognition of his significant dedication to our military men and women around the world. He remains committed to supporting active duty and veteran members of our military through work with Operation Finally Home, the USO and more.
His emotional and inspiring memoir – God, Family, Country – is available now.

About Neal McCoy
Neal McCoy has released fifteen studio albums. In 1993, Neal McCoy broke through with the back-to-back number 1 singles No Doubt About It and Wink from his platinum-certified album No Doubt About It. His commercial success continued into the late 1990s with two more platinum albums and a gold album, as well as six more Top Ten hits. A seventh Top Ten hit, Billy’s Got His Beer Goggles On, came in 2005 from his self-released That’s Life.
A new studio album, XII, arrived in 2012 co-produced by Blake Shelton & Miranda Lambert. In 2013 he released Pride: A Tribute to Charley Pride, Neal’s longtime friend and mentor. 2015 brought the Big Band Standards CD You Don’t Know Me. 2017 brought Neal McCoy’s Favorite Hit’s. 10 Hits with 2 new songs.
Neal has been on 17 USO Tours around the world and continues to say it’s one of the achievements he’s most proud of. He is also the recipient of multiple Humanitarian awards from The Academy of Country Music, The Country Radio Broadcasters and The Masonic Grand Lodge. In 2016 Neal has again made a move to continue his patriotic values by reciting the Pledge of Allegiance “Live” on his Facebook page every morning. He’s reached millions of viewers all over the country and around the world. Currently he just achieved 3000 days in a row and going strong. Neal still maintains a very busy touring schedule all through the year. Make sure to catch a show when he’s near because as Neal says “No two shows are the same!”
Neal also supports his own charity organization: East Texas Angel Network which is committed to the enhancement of the lives of children of East Texas who are living with terminal or life-threatening diseases. He hosts a yearly golf tournament, auction/dinner & concert over two days in the Fall.
The foundation has been going strong since 1995 and to date has raised over 12 million dollars for over 500 hundred East Texas families.
www.nealmccoy.com

Mayhem Monster Trucks
2026-06-13 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Grandstand, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7, Winston-Salem, NC 27105, USA, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Join us for an Exhilarating Monster Truck Thrill Show filled with heart-pounding Monster Truck Competitions, High-Speed Flat Track Racing, & Extreme Pit Bike Racing ! We take pride in delivering a thrilling motorsports experience that the whole family can enjoy. Don’t miss out on the action and fun that awaits!
Event Dates & Times

Saturday, June 13 at 6 p.m.

Pit Party 4 pm – 5:30 pm

Tickets
Click here to buy tickets!

Adults: Single Show – $25
Kids (3-12): $10
VIP Ticket:– $40
Kids 2 & Under are FREE!

What is Included with VIP ?

Premium Ticket to Event
Seated at Start/Finish Line (Center Sections)
Event Poster
VIP Lanyard & Badge
Meet & Greet Autographs & Pictures

Parking
Parking will be $10. Cash and card will be accepted.
569 Fairgrounds Blvd Gate 7 (off Shorefair Dr)
FAN ZONE EXPERIENCE:
Experience The Pre Show Experience, a beloved event that puts you right in the heart of the action! Stroll along the real track, get a close look at the giant Monster Trucks, and meet your favorite Drivers. Take advantage of the opportunity to snag their autographs and make lasting memories!
MONSTER TRUCK RIDES:
Experience the thrill of a lifetime by riding in a REAL Monster Truck! Climb aboard this massive 10,000-pound beast feel the excitement as you take a spin. For a small fee, you and your family can create unforgettable memories together. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure!

North Forsyth High School Graduation
2026-05-29 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! North Forsyth High School’s graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 2 p.m. on May 29, 2026. Doors will open at 1 p.m.

Carver High School Graduation
2026-05-29 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Carver High School’s graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 10 a.m. on May 29, 2026. Doors will open at 9 p.m.

Walkertown High School Graduation
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Walkertown High School’s graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 6 p.m. on May 28, 2026. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

J.F. Kennedy High School Graduation
2026-05-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! J.F. Kennedy High School’s graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 2 p.m. on May 28, 2026. Doors will open at 1 p.m.

Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy Graduation
2026-05-28 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 10 a.m. on May 28, 2026. Doors will open at 9 a.m.

Middle College of Forsyth County Graduation
2026-05-27 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! The Middle College of Forsyth County graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 4 p.m. on May 27, 2026. Doors will open at p.m.

Early College of Forsyth County Graduation
2026-05-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! The Early College of Forsyth County graduation ceremony will take place in the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena at 2 p.m. on May 27, 2026. Doors will open at1 p.m.

Chris Janson with Easton Corbin
2026-05-22 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Halifax) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
The Country Summer Concert Series is back INDOORS at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena Theatre!
Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show will begin at 7:30 PM.
Tickets start at $30. Click the link below to buy yours today!
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About Chris Janson
Chris Janson is the real deal — an award‑winning country artist, hit songwriter, and Grand Ole Opry member. He’s racked up billions of streams, multiple Gold and Platinum singles, and five No. 1 hits including “Buy Me a Boat,” “Fix a Drink,” and “Good Vibes.” His songs have also been recorded by stars like Tim McGraw, LoCash, and Hank Williams Jr. A self‑taught multi‑instrumentalist, Janson has earned major honors from the ACM, CMA, iHeartRadio, and NSAI. Beyond the stage, he’s a dedicated family man and active supporter of conservation and philanthropy through partnerships with Bass Pro Shops and Crav’n Flavor. A small‑town dreamer turned country powerhouse, Janson proudly lives the American Dream.

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About Easton Corbin
Easton Corbin is one of country music’s most distinctive voices, known for his smooth traditional sound and chart-topping hits. He broke out with back-to-back No. 1 singles “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll with It,” earning multiple awards and millions of streams. Corbin has continued to build a loyal fan base with standout songs like “Lovin’ You Is Fun” and “Baby Be My Love Song.” A Florida native with a timeless style, he brings authentic country storytelling and a strong live show that keeps fans coming back.

6th Annual Pride of the Piedmont Spring Goat Show
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Cattle Barn, 421 W 27th St, Winston-Salem, 27105, United States
Courtesy of Piedmont Dairy Goat Association
The Pride of the Piedmont Spring Goat Show features 4 rings of senior does, 4 rings of junior does, showmanship, an embedded youth show and more! Join the Piedmont Dairy Goat Association for a weekend of community and fun! All shows are sanctioned separately by the American Dairy Goat Association. ADGA RULES SHALL GOVERN. Entries are open to the world.
Show entries will be available online through the Showman app. Please contact the Piedmont Dairy Goat Association with any questions at pdgagoats@gmail.com.

About: The Piedmont Dairy Goat Association is a non-profit organization composed of people interested in owning, breeding, showing and promoting the Dairy Goat and the use of its products. Western Division meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month except in December. Anyone with an interest in dairy goats is cordially invited to come to our meetings and we welcome all!

Xtreme International Ice Racing
2026-05-09 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Arena, 414 Deacon Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
About Xtreme International Ice Racing:
Get ready for one of the most intense motorsports on ice! Ice Speedway bikes may look simple, but they’re absolute beasts! Their lightweight frames powered by engines comparable to 1200 cc sport bikes, running nitro‑methanol and screaming up to 14,000 RPM. With no brakes and 1,600 steel studs biting into the ice, these machines deliver explosive acceleration and unmatched power‑to‑weight performance.
These races feature four‑lap heats where riders battle handlebar‑to‑handlebar for points and a spot in the Main Event. The final race brings the top six riders together for six all‑out laps of pure adrenaline. Every lap is high‑stakes, high‑speed, and unforgettable!

Event Dates & Times

Friday, May 8 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 9 at 4 p.m.

Tickets
Click here to buy tickets!

Adults: Single Show – $20, Both Shows – $30
Kids 12 and under: $10 for each show
VIP: Single Show – $35, Both Shows – $50

Seated at Start/Finish Line (Sections 105/205)
Includes VIP Meet & Greet, Checkered Flag (approx. one hour before show)

Parking
Parking will be $10. Cash and card will be accepted.

Shepherd's Center Used Book Sale
2026-05-09 08:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-08 09:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-07 09:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | NC
The Shepherd’s Center Used Book Sale is happening May 7-9, 2026 at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center! Supporting the sale enables the Shepherd’s Center to provide life-enhancing programs and services to over 6,800 older adults throughout the greater Winston-Salem /Forsyth County community.
Sale Hours
May 7-8: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
May 9 (Half-price day): 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Do you have books you’d like to donate? Bring used books (no magazines or encyclopedias cassette tapes or VHS tapes, please) to:
The Shepherd’s Center
1700 Ebert Street
336-748-0217
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dream Asia Festival
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | NC
PARKING: $10 CASH OR CARD

FRIDAY, APRIL 24:
Parking in Fairgrounds Midway and Overflow lots

SATURDAY, APRIL 25:
Session 1: Fairgrounds Midway and Overflow lots
Session 2: Fairgrounds Midway, Overflow, WFU McCreary Tower, and Couch Ballpark lots
Session 3: Fairgrounds Midway and Overflow lots

SUNDAY, APRIL 26:
Session 1: Fairgrounds Midway and Overflow lots
Session 2: Fairgrounds Arena lots
Session 3: Fairgrounds Midway and Overflow lots

NO PETS ALLOWED FOR THIS EVENT
Step into a three-day celebration of Asian culture, cuisine, creativity, and community. Dream Asia Festival brings together flavors from across Asia, live cultural performances, immersive workshops, family-friendly activities, and one of the largest Asian street-food lineups in the region.
Whether you’re here for the food, the shows, the anime vendors, or a fun weekend with friends and family, Dream Asia Festival is your passport to an unforgettable experience.
What to Expect

80+ Food Vendors featuring street food from East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia & more
30+ Merch Vendors with crafts, gifts, and lifestyle goods
30+ Anime & Art Vendors showcasing illustrations, collectibles, apparel & plushies

Live Performances

All-day live shows and music including:
7 Element Show ft. K-Star
Lantern Parade
Lion Dance
K-pop Dance Showcases
Japanese Taiko Drums
And so much more!

Workshops & Activities

Eating Contest
Car Show
Henna Art & Face Painting
Cosplay Contest
Kungfu Workshop
K-Pop Random Dance Party
Kids Activity Zone
Outdoor Activities & Petting Zoo

Click here to learn more about Dream Asia Festival!

Tickets
Session Times:

Friday, April 24: 5-10 PM
Saturday, April 25: 11 AM-2 PM, 2:30-5:30 PM, 6-10 PM
Sunday, April 26: 11 AM-2 PM, 2:30-5:30 PM, 6-10 PM

Buy your tickets here!
There are two ticket options: VIP and General Admission. GA tickets are $12 until the day before; prices increase on the event day. Kids 10 and under receive free admission.

General Admission

$12
Single entry only on the selected day
Access to 70+ Asian food vendors
Access to 30+ merchandise vendors
Access to Asian culture performances and hands-on workshops
DJ and live music

VIP Experience

$39
Unlimited re-entry on the selected day
Dedicated VIP entry lane
Access to 70+ Asian food vendors
Access to 30+ merchandise vendors
Access to Asian culture performances and hands-on workshops
DJ and live music
Exclusive VIP bar and dining areas
VIP premium bathrooms
Exclusive VIP swag bag

Hotel Booking for Partners and Guests
Click here for the direct booking link for 15% off your stay during Dream Asia Festival!
Spark by Hilton Winston-Salem University
200 Mercantile Drive
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
