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FORSYTH COUNTY · Kernersville

Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden

Explore outdoor botanical displays in downtown Kernersville.

Outdoors & Animals

Free & Low-Cost

OUTDOORS

OUTDOORS

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FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Salem Lake

Walk or run the seven-mile trail around Salem Lake, or plan a fishing visit using the designated facilities.

Outdoors & Animals

Sports & Fitness

OUTDOORS

OUTDOORS

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FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

The Quarry at Grant Park

Visit a quarry overlook with skyline views, walking paths and a greenway connection.

Outdoors & Animals

Events

OCT

7

WED

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FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Reynolda Young Explorers — Fall 2026

Oct 7 – Nov 18 · Winston-Salem

For ages 2–5 with an adult.

Arts & History

Family Activities

OCT

25

SUN

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FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Reynolda on the House

Oct 25 – Nov 15 · Winston-Salem

Visit the current exhibitions.

Arts & History

Free & Cheap

NOV

10

TUE

Illustration: A winding footpath through rolling North Carolina Piedmont hardwood woodland in early autumn, amber leaves, ferns, sunlight, no mountains, empty inviting trail.. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

How the Christmas Flower Came to Be

Nov 10 · Winston-Salem

John Dole traces the poinsettia’s journey from shrub to holiday favorite.

Arts & History

Davidson

Events

OCT

7

WED

Illustration: A contemporary sculpture courtyard with an original abstract curved metal sculpture, ornamental grasses, clean paving and two adult visitors, simple gallery wall in background, bright soft daylight, no identifiable real museum architecture or famous artwork.. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Reynolda Young Explorers — Fall 2026

Oct 7 – Nov 18 · Winston-Salem

For ages 2–5 with an adult.

Arts & History

Family Activities

OCT

25

SUN

Illustration: A small local history exhibit with a vintage manual typewriter, old textile tools and historical household objects behind a clean museum display case, adults quietly exploring in background, small labels intentionally unreadable.. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Reynolda on the House

Oct 25 – Nov 15 · Winston-Salem

Visit the current exhibitions.

Arts & History

Free & Cheap

NOV

10

TUE

Illustration: A winding footpath through rolling North Carolina Piedmont hardwood woodland in early autumn, amber leaves, ferns, sunlight, no mountains, empty inviting trail.. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

How the Christmas Flower Came to Be

Nov 10 · Winston-Salem

John Dole traces the poinsettia’s journey from shrub to holiday favorite.

Arts & History

Things To Do

OUTDOORS
Illustration: a bright learning table with colorful unbranded building blocks, crayons and a blank activity book, no children. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Kernersville

Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden

Explore outdoor botanical displays in downtown Kernersville.

Outdoors & Animals

Free & Low-Cost

OUTDOORS

OUTDOORS
Illustration: Two colorful recreational kayaks by a calm North Carolina Piedmont river, low wooded banks, natural blue-green water, warm morning sunlight, no dramatic mountain scenery. Generic category artwork; not a photograph of this business, venue, its products or facilities.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

Salem Lake

Walk or run the seven-mile trail around Salem Lake, or plan a fishing visit using the designated facilities.

Outdoors & Animals

Sports & Fitness

OUTDOORS

OUTDOORS
Illustration: A winding footpath through rolling North Carolina Piedmont hardwood woodland in early autumn, amber leaves, ferns, sunlight, no mountains, empty inviting trail.. Fictional scene; not a photograph of this named venue or organization.

FORSYTH COUNTY · Winston-Salem

The Quarry at Grant Park

Visit a quarry overlook with skyline views, walking paths and a greenway connection.

Outdoors & Animals

OUTDOORS

Forest’s Jewelers and Watch Repair

Forest’s Jewelers and Watch Repair is listed by the local tourism organization as a visitor destination in Thomasville.

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Lexington Live Community Theater

Lexington Live Community Theater is listed by the local tourism organization as a visitor destination in Lexington.

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Midway Music Hall

Midway Music Hall is listed by the local tourism organization as a visitor destination in Midway.

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Mike's Trains

Mike's Trains is listed by the local tourism organization as a visitor destination in Thomasville.

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Waffle House

Waffle House is listed by the local tourism organization as a dining stop in Thomasville.

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Christmas Open House — Uptown Lexington, November 22, 2026

Explore uptown holiday shopping and the organizer’s seasonal activities.

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Daniel Boone Heritage Canoe and Kayak Access

Plan a river outing using the county’s canoe and kayak access information.

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Fancy Pastry Shop

Find a Lexington bakery listed by the local visitor bureau.

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Lou Lou’s Seafood

Explore a North Main Street seafood stop.

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Ocean View Seafood — Lexington

Find a seafood option on Cotton Grove Road.

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Tasty China — Lexington

Explore a Chinese restaurant listed in Lexington’s official dining guide.

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Sew Divine Boutique

Browse boutique clothing, shoes and accessories.

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