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4 Things to do This Weekend in Winston-Salem

By Jeffrey Willey Publisher Macaroni KID Winston-Salem, NC February 9, 2023

Every Thursday, Macaroni Kid Winston-Salem sends out our weekly newsletter, and with it, we share our top 4 picks for things to do with your kids in Winston-Salem, NC, over the coming weekend. It could be date-specific events, places to go, or ideas of things to do. If you have an event that we should know about, please pass the information along.

Here are Macaroni Kid Winston-Salem's picks for Things to Do in Winston-Salem with the Kiddos. We may, from time to time, throw something in so you can sneak in a date night as well.  You're Welcome!


1. Makery Tour:  Feb 12th from 2 pm - 3:30 pm

Black Mountain Chocolate  450 N. Patterson Ave Suite 110., Winston-Salem

Join Black Mountain Chocolate on Sunday, February 12 at 2 PM for a kid-friendly tour of our chocolate makery! The tour will include a behind-the-scenes walkthrough of our makery with an in-depth showcase of the chocolate-making process, a chocolate tasting, and a cup of drinking chocolate. And the best part? All participants will also craft their own Big Winston Bar!

This is a unique opportunity to explore the makery, with only 12 spots available. Register today to save your spot! Ticket required, for ages 10 and up only.


2. Love Sale:  Feb 11th from 10 am - 2 pm

Burkhead United Methodist Church 5250 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem

Stop out to see the 30+ vendors that will have their handmade crafts ready just in time for you to spoil your Valentine.  Enjoy a bowl of free chili while you do your shopping. Great fun for the entire family


3.  The Big Rig Kids National Tour:   Feb 10th, from 2 pm - 8 pm

John's Variety & The Marketplace 2101 Peters Creek Pkwy, Winston Salem

The Big Rig Kids (BRK) is an educational organization that utilizes literary arts, interactive workshops, and business and educational partnerships to engage and encourage youth to support their families and communities, while also providing youth exposure, and access to resources that will help them to determine their future goals, become independent thinkers and address difficult topics that can have detrimental effects on the entire family.


4. Bear's Clubhouse "Bring Your Furbaby" event Feb 10th, 10 am to 10:45 am 

Bear's Clubhouse 1901 Falcon Tree Court Winston-Salem

Come get snacks and meet Bear and his fur pals! *General Admission is Free* (Snacks, Beverages, and Treats are Available for Guests!) *No Alcohol, No Smoking indoors* This event is for Animal Lovers and Furbaby Parents who are looking for Dog Daycare Services, or Dog Boarding Services (AKA A Pet Nanny). You will also receive sample products from our surprise guest, a local small business also based out of Winston Salem, NC! (The Selected Businesses Have Already Been Screened)

For this event, we will have the Dog Park, and our Clubhouse available for guests. We ask that all Fur Babies and Dogs are fully vaccinated against most canine and feline illnesses. Please Be Respectful of The Dog Park, and Clean After Your Baby! Waste Bags will be provided. Once You Book, you will receive a follow-up email from Bear's Clubhouse with Parking Information before arriving at the event. Guests will meet at the Dog Park area, and then move towards the clubhouse for the remainder of the event.

There is no dress code, but we ask for business owners to arrive presentable with business cards ready after paying a fee. (If you wish to bring your own table or samples from your business to our prospective clients, email us first! macaya@bearsclubhouse.com) If you are afraid of dogs, can't fathom being around dogs, and have a phobia. Please don't arrive at this event.