Welcome! This week is jam packed. Maybe it’s the First Friday vibe, the summer spirit teasing us, or this is our lucky 10th issue. Not sure, but scroll here to scroll less and find things to do offline in and around Greensboro.
Plenty of opportunities to get active outside and/or load up on carbs, margs, or juleps later in the week. BTW do you have plans for Cinco de Mayo and the Derby? You’ll find a few spots give you the chance to celebrate both.
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What’s going on, Greensboro?
MONDAY
April 28
Spring Mommy and Me Hand Print Flower (11:00 AM) - Moms, bring your little ones to Mad Splatter off Battleground for a fun spring craft.
Ramblin’ (7:30 PM) - Final choral concert of Bel Canto Company’s 42nd season at Virginia Somerville Sutton Theater.
Casino & Rueda (dance) (8:00 PM) - No partner or experience required for this dance lesson series starting on Monday. Online registration in the link provided is required.
Open Mic Night (9:30 PM) - New musician or seasoned artist? This is your chance to play in front of an audience at Walker’s Bar.
TUESDAY
April 29
Potluck, Games, & Fellowship (5:30 PM) FREE - The Healing Tree Circle invites you to a potluck dinner in the Bicentennial Gardens. Looks like the only requirement is to bring a dish to share.
Tuesdays at the Trailhead (6:00 PM) FREE - Drop-in to participate in free outdoor fitness classes running Tuesdays on the beautiful Downtown Greenway. This is the first in the series running through end of June.
Mexican Wine Dinner (6:00 PM) - Unique chance for culinary journey through Mexico at 1808 Craft & Vine with wine included. Amigo’s Mexican Restaurant will provide food. Seating is limited.
Joseph Mellot Estate Wine Tasting (6:00 PM) - Wine connoisseur? The Loaded Grape will host this special evening featuring a wine producer with over 500 years of winemaking expertise.
The Silent Series - City Lights (7:00 PM) - Travel back in time at Carolina Theater and experience what opening night was like in 1927 there. The movie is silent, but there’s an organ to accompany the showing.
WEDNESDAY
April 30
Geocaching 101 (5:30 PM) FREE - You can learn the ins and outs of geocaching at this meetup. Have you ever done these treasure hunts? Pretty cool.
World Ballet Company: Great Gatsby (7:00 PM) - Didn’t know ballet captured this iconic story. Apparently, this is its world premiere tour.
Mexican Style Beer Tasting (6:00 PM) - Want to start celebrating Cinco de Mayo early? The Loaded Grape comes through with another special event this week.
THURSDAY
May 1
Yoga Mind and Body Class (6:00 PM) FREE - Another free chance to exercise with others, but this time at the Bicentennial Gardens. Sponsored again by the YMCA of Greensboro.
Journey to Brave (6:00 PM) FREE - Head to Joymonger’s to enjoy food, music, games, and raffles in honor of this annual event to bring awareness to mental health. Looks like a solid time!
Booze & Do’s (6:30 PM) FREE - Get creative at Little Brother Brewing: coloring books, markers, and other art supplies provided.
Trivia Night at Natty’s (7:00 PM) FREE - Trivia is free to play with prizes to win and good times to be shared.
Wim Tapley & The Cannons (7:00 PM) - Your chance to catch the fresh sounds of Wim Tapley at Flat Iron.
The Funeral Portrait (7:00 PM) - Enjoy this rock concert at Hangar 1819.
FRIDAY
May 2
Passalong Plant Sale (9:00 AM) - This plant sale looks massive and it’s perfect timing. Appointments still available in the link. If you don’t grab appointment, you can still go with the crowds this coming weekend.
Pick and Play: Strawberries (10:00 AM) - Maybe Walnut Cove is a hike, but maybe it’s worth it? Strawberry picking and time at the farm sounds like the perfect day activity for family and little ones.
Local Folk GSO Summer Tour Kick-off (5:15 PM) FREE - Natty Greene’s kicks off the folk music summer scene with King M Dot, Maia Kamil, and Carri Smithey.
Family Fishing (6:00 PM) FREE - Catch all you can at Lake Higgins at this family fishing event hosted by Greensboro Parks & Rec.
Grand Opening: Guitar Shop Off Elm (6:00 PM) FREE - Food truck and live music at this business opening. Plus, you’ll have the chance to meet and greet the owners. 🎸
Noches Latinas (6:30 PM) FREE - Spice up your First Friday night! Free Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata dance lessons in LeBauer Park.
Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock (7:00 PM) - Muppets will take over the Tanger Center. Make your kids weekend with this show!
22nd Annual Oyster Roast (7:00 PM) - Oysters your thing? This long standing GSO tradition benefitting Family Service of the Piedmont is the event for your weekend. Now hosted at Revolution Mills.
Joe Machi (7:00 PM) - Joe finished fourth in the Last Comic Standing. Now he’s touring the US and stopping by the Comedy Zone for a show.
Halfway to Halloween (8:00 PM) - Did not know this was a thing, but Woods of Terror celebrates Halloween at the halfway point. How are we halfway to October already? 👻
BANDEMIC (8:00 PM) - Rock out with Bandemic at Joymongers.
FSPW Presents: Boxcar Slam Masters - Live Pro Wrestling (10:00 PM) - Don't miss an epic night of live pro wrestling action.
SATURDAY
May 3
10th Annual Wheels on Greenway (9:00 AM) FREE - All types of wheels are welcome whether it’s your scooter, bike, skateboard, rollerblades, or wagons for this celebration of our Greenway. Lots of festivities will be around like the “bling your bike” station, face painting, and a mini skate park.
SPARTAN DASH (9:00 AM) - Not for the faint of heart! Conquer obstacles at this fun, high-energy race event.
Family Fun Festival (10:00 AM) FREE - Head to LeBauer Park for free inflatables, princesses, popcorn, and cotton candy and support local foster care families.
Soap Therapy (10:00 AM) - Learn to make natural soap in this calming workshop.
STEM FEST 2025 (10:00 AM) FREE - Engage in hands-on STEM activities and meet professionals at this free event at the Novant Fieldhouse.
Art in the Yard (11:00 AM) - Find pottery, jewelry, plants, stained glass, mixed media, and more at this special artist event hosted by Moonbird Soulful Living.
Spring Valley Car Show (11:00 AM) FREE - Arrive earlier to grab breakfast at Spring Valley Restaurant, but the free car show starts later in the morning and winners will be announced by noon.
Derby De Mayo (2:00 PM) - Can’t decide what party to attend? Go to both in one place. Otis & Wawa blends Cinco de Mayo with the Kentucky Derby race.
Greensboro Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl (4:00 PM) - Join the festive bar crawl celebrating Cinco De Mayo in style.
Forgotten Roads Ale Derby Party (5:00 PM) FREE - Who picking for the Derby? If you answered, you may find your people at this party. Dress to impress to win the best dressed contest.
Jockeys and Juleps Kentucky Derby Party (5:30 PM) - Experience Southern charm and derby antics at the Greensboro Country Club Farmhouse.
Back To The 80s & 90s Party (9:00 PM) - Seems like every week there’s a chance to go back a few decades. Party the night away with classic 80s and 90s music!
SUNDAY
May 4
The ‘Boro Sessions presents Graymatter (2:00 PM) - Experience an intimate performance with the unique sound of Graymatter performing at Back Table.
Greensboro Food Truck Festival (2:00 PM) FREE - There will be 50 food trucks downtown. Do we really need to say anything else?
America (7:00 PM) - Experience the timeless music of America as they perform live at Tanger Center.
Soulja Boy (8:00 PM) - Don’t miss Soulja Boy on his tour stop in Greensboro at Hangar 1819.
Question of the Week
Margarita or Mint Julep?
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