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What’s going on, Greensboro?
MONDAY
May 12
Monday Music Block Party (5:30 PM) FREE - Every Monday in May there will be food trucks and live music at Morehead United Methodist. Family and pet friendly.
TUESDAY
May 13
Art of Knife Making (4:00 PM) - Have you checked out Forge GSO? It’s on our list. All kinds of cool workshops offered to make things yourself. This time it’s knives.
Bark in the Park (6:00 PM) - Bring your pup to the Hopper’s game and enjoy $2 hot dogs.
Tuesdays at the Trailhead (6:30 PM) FREE - Drop-in to participate in free outdoor fitness classes running Tuesday on the beautiful Downtown Greenway.
Bourbon & Bites Night (7:00 PM) - Savor Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Blanton’s at Elm St Grill. Bold flavors and perfect bites. Spots are limited!
Air Hockey Tournament (8:30 PM) - Relive your glory (or present) days and compete for prizes in this special tournament at Boxcar.
WEDNESDAY
May 14
Silverstein - '25 Years Of Noise' Tour (7:00 PM) - Celebrate 25 years of Silverstein with special guests Real Friends and Broadside at Hangar 1819.
Mary Poppins inspired Paint, Sip, and Sing (7:00 PM) - Enjoy a unique event combining painting and sing-along to beloved musical tunes at Twist Lounge.
Sugar Bomb ft: Rebekah Todd (8:00 PM) - An energetic night featuring Rebekah Todd and Sugar Bomb at Flat Iron.
THURSDAY
May 15
Carolina RV SuperShow (9:00 AM) - Head to Camping World with the gigantic American flag to shop discounted new & used RVs during this four day event.
Thriftanista: Triad Goodwill (10:00 AM) FREE - Attention t shoppers!
Cake Tasting Tour with Audretta's 411 (3:00 PM) - Travel to different locations around the city and taste delicious cakes. Sounds delightful!
Beginner Archery Clinic (5:00 PM) - $5 archery lessons are back on at Bryan Park. Bow and arrow provided. Looks like this session is Waitlist only, but who knows? You might get lucky.
Yoga Mind and Body Class (6:00 PM) FREE - Back again! Your chance to exercise with others at the Bicentennial Gardens. Sponsored by the YMCA of Greensboro.
Attack Attack - 'The Roadside Rumble Tour' (6:00 PM) - Heavy music performed by Attack Attack and supporting acts at Hangar 1819.
Blossoms & Balance Goat Yoga (6:00 PM) - The goats are back! Enjoy a unique yoga class with miniature goats at Summerfield Farms.
An Evening With The Psycodelics (7:00 PM) - A night filled with a blend of blues, jazz, funk, and rock at Flat Irons.
Games Women Play (7:30 PM) - Join for a humorous and emotional theatrical journey exploring modern relationships at the Tanger Center.
FRIDAY
May 16
Adult Recess (6:00 PM) - Unleash your HAKAS energy on Friday and be a kid again at Barber Park. There will be nostalgic playground games, DJ playing old hits, and food & beverage vendors.
Ziggy’s Grand Opening: Spiritual Foundation (8:00 PM) - Opening night for Ziggy’s in downtown Greensboro featuring reggae. Go feel the rhythm. Go be part of the beginning.
SPEED FRIENDING (5:30 PM) FREE - Go meet people IRL. You might make a new friend or two.
ANGELMAKER (6:30 PM) - Enjoy a night of crushing riffs and powerful music at Hangar 1819.
Banquet for Epilepsy (6:00 PM) - A charity banquet for childhood epilepsy and cancer featuring dinner, music, and a silent auction.
Hannibal Buress (7:00 PM) - Head to the Comedy Zone and experience Hannibal Buress in person.
Get the Led Out (8:00 PM) - A high-energy concert celebrating the music of Led Zeppelin at the Tanger Center.
SATURDAY
May 17
Greensboro Bound Book Festival (10:00 AM) FREE - One day. Endless stories. All free! All in downtown.
Greensboro Garden Tour (10:00 AM) - Want to explore local gardens? You can access six private gardens throughout Greensboro on this special tour.
Downtown Greenway Cleanup (11:00 AM) - Help keep the greenway clean!
Geeksboro Market (12:00 PM) FREE - Calling fans, geeks, nerds, artists, crafters, collectors, vendors, and everyone else to join the Geeksboro Market at Dragon’s Hoard.
Speed Dating (2:00 PM) - Don’t confuse this event with the Speed Friending one. It could get awkward. End in friend zone. Do your thing. Know your thing.
Press & Sip (create your own floral keepsake) (3:00 PM) - Create beautiful floral art at this hands-on workshop at Fig & Olive Cafe.
An Evening w/ Eliot Bronson (Early Show) (5:00 PM) - A beautiful performance by indie folksinger Eliot Bronson at Flat Iron.
Contra Dance (7:00 PM) - No experience necessary! No partner necessary! Meet a great community of people who love contra dance.
Mozart's Requiem (7:30 PM) - An evening of classical music featuring the Greensboro Symphony Master Chorale at the Tanger Center.
No Strings Attached (9:00 PM) - You heard Ziggy’s is now in downtown Greensboro, right? Catch this local trio band at the new venue.
SUNDAY
May 18
Sanrio Cuties Gyaru Y2K Fashion Fest! (12:00 PM) FREE - A trendy market celebrating Gyaru Y2K fashion with activities and vendors.
UNITE Greensboro Festival (1:00 PM) FREE - Join the community for the 8th Annual UNITE Greensboro Festival. Live music, Kona Ice, games, face painting, and more!
Car Cruise-in (4:00 PM) FREE - Check out hotrods, classics, muscle cars, trucks, and motorcycles at Antique Marketplace. Music and refreshments too!
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