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Paper Boy (1985)
Do you remember this arcade game? Growing up I used to rent it from Phar-Mor (RIP) in Brassfield Shopping Center. Maybe you remember that store? It’s a Gold’s Gym today.
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What’s going on, Greensboro?
MONDAY
June 30
Youth Art Contest (8:00 AM) FREE - The popular NC Folk Festival is coming up in September. Your little ones can submit their artwork to be displayed at this year’s festival. Today is the last day for official submissions. Might be the distraction you needed today! See link for submission process.
Teen Night (6:30 PM) FREE - Bored teens at the house this summer? GSO Parks & Rec invites teens 13-18 to an open gym event at Glenwood Rec Center.
Ecstatic Dance (7:15 PM) - Improvisational dancing for people of all ages, skill levels and body types at the Greensboro Cultural Center. Kids are welcome.
Casino for Beginners (8 week course) (8:00 PM) - Messina Dance of GSO offers this new class at the Cultural Art Center to learn Casino & Rueda dance. Spots are limited and registration is required. No partner or experienced needed.
TUESDAY
July 1
Social Hour at Cone Health (12:00 PM) FREE - Meet doctors, experts, and the community for this free social hour event at the Cone Health MedCenter.
Wine Passport Series (6:00 PM) - Lewis & Elm will host a special curated tasting of wines from Sicily led by esteemed wine expert Kerrie Thomas.
Game Night (7:00 PM) - Enjoy Music Bingo, Family Feud, Beat Shazaam, This or That and more??? It’s game night every Tuesday at George's Garage.
WEDNESDAY
July 2
Outdoor Story Time at Country Park (10:00 AM) FREE - Ms. Kelly returns again from the Greensboro Public Library for an outdoor story time in Country Park..This week’s theme is Summer Fun and Fireworks.
Pawdicures (5:00 PM) - Get your furry friend ready for a day of pampering! Join Doggos Dog Park as the amazing Kay from K Shear Magic returns to offer pawdicures for all pups in need of a little spa day.
Trivia Night & Wine Wednesday (7:00 PM) - Hidden Gate Brewing hosts its weekly trivia night and offers drink specials on wine and whiskey.
Taylor Swift Trivia (7:00 PM) FREE - Celebrating all things Taylor Swift with drinks, trivia and friendship bracelets. Bring your fellow Swifties to Bull City Ciderworks and come early to grab a table. Prizes up for grabs!
Jameson Tank w/ Slanted Ceilings (7:00 PM) - Experience the electrifying arena rock sound of Jameson Tank during their Bio Album Tour 2025 at Flat Iron
THURSDAY
July 3
Annual Firework Extravaganza (4:00 PM) - Festivities at Northeast Park start at 4 PM with a variety of family-friendly activities including carnival rides, mini-golf, music, and a variety of food trucks. Band of Oz will play live at 6 PM and then fireworks light up at 9:30 PM. Parking is $10 per car. 💥💥
Bulldog Meet-up (6:30 PM) FREE - Where the bulldogs at? This event is exclusive to bulldogs and their owners. Casual social meet up at Bonefish Grill.
Booze & Do’s (6:30 PM) FREE - Get creative at Little Brother Brewing: coloring books, markers, and other art supplies provided. Any of you creatives been to this regular event yet?
Lakeside SUP(PER) Club (6:30 PM) FREE - Got a paddle board? GetOutdoors hosts a monthly meetup at Lake Higgins to watch the sunset on the water. Bring your own dinner and board.
Woody Woodworth & The Piners w/ Nathan James Hall (7:00 PM) - Enjoy a night of country, bluegrass, and rock music from Woody Woodworth & The Piners at Flat Iron.
Sound Bath and Yoga (7:00 PM) - Looking for a transformative evening of mindful movement, yoga, and healing sound baths? Visit Bur-Mil Park for this special event.
FRIDAY
July 4
Fun 4th Freedom Run 5K & 10K (7:30 AM) - Runners, you know this event already. It’s the longest standing race in downtown Greensboro. Lace up for freedom and run early! Then head to the Freedom Fest. Don’t wait to register! Registration prices go up after tonight.
The Plants and Planted Walking (9:00 AM) FREE - Friends of Green Hill Cemetery is pleased to announce a botanical tour of the northern half of Green Hill Cemetery with David Craft. Tours are $5 and proceeds benefit Green Hill Cemetery.
July 4th Parade (9:00 AM) FREE - Kernersville holds a July 4th parade every year. We keep hearing more and more about what’s going over there so thought we’d include this event in case you’re looking to explore.
AMP 4th of July Celebration (10:00 AM) FREE - Bring your friends and family to join Antique Marketplace of GSO for lemonade and cookies to celebrate the birth of American independence.
July 4th Kids Parade (10:00 AM) FREE - Wear red, white, and blue and bring your yuor kiddie wheels to this special Oak Ridge community event. You’ll get the chance to parade around the park, enjoy ice cream, and maybe even win a new bike!
July 4th Darty (10:00 AM) - D A R T Y at the Bull City Cidery and pregame for the fireworks!
Best specials of the year, jello shots, themed cocktails, dog pools+ frozen treats.
Independence Day Celebration (11:00 AM) FREE - Guilford Courthouse National Park will hold cannon demonstrations, colonial dances, and history lessons so you can remember Greensboro’s role in our nation’s independence.
Fun 4th Freedom Fest (1:00 PM) FREE - Live music, strolling performers, and more surprises on Elm St to celebrate freedom. WIll you be downtown?
Fun Fourth: Groove Lab - Celebrate July 4th at Flat Iron with a big lineup featuring Remy, Tay, Lively, Monavent, and Dugarte.
Ararat Hoop Classic: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament (11:00 AM) - Play or watch. It’s your choice. This is a two day 3-on-3 basketball tournament with something for everyone.
Fourth on the Farm (1:00 PM) - Summerfield Farms will celebrate the 4th with live music (Allyn Raney & Jeremy Marx), food trucks (Taco Bros & Shaved Paradice), and water slides. Drink specials including $2 beers.
Beach Music (6:00 PM) - This is the last of the summer series with Greensboro’s fireworks to follow. Sleeping Booty headlines this installment. Tickets are $15. 💥💥
Parkside Band (8:30 PM) - Kick off your holiday weekend early with great music, cold drinks, and good vibes at One Thirteen Brewhouse. This fun and fresh country/pop/rock 4-piece band is ready to bring the energy and keep the party going all night long.
SATURDAY
July 5
Cars & Coffee (8:00 AM) FREE - Spring Valley Restaurant offers 10% off breakfast to everyone showing off their ride in the parking lot.
RIBFEST 2025 Aggie Park (12:00 PM) - Food (RIBS!), music, and vendors at Aggie Park for the 35+ crowd. Lawn chairs are highly recommended!
The Square Block Party (2:00 PM) FREE - Keep the freedom celebration going! Head to Little Brother Brewing on Elm St for a block party downtown.
Hank’s Happy Hours (4:00 PM) - Happy hour bites, couple glasses of wine, and piano tunes from Hank Royal at Lewis & Elm.
Gettin Sketchy! (7:30 PM) - Sketch comedy from some of the Idiot Box favs! Teams are in town from Canada, Philly, and South Carolina. You’ll laugh.
UNCRUEL SUMMER: A Girly Pop Dance Night (8:00 PM) - Dance the night away to your favorite pop songs at this all-ages event celebrating the best of the genre at Flat Iron.
Pure Fiyah (8:00 PM) - Roots, rhythm, and high-energy island vibes from the local icons who’ve kept the fire burning for years. Catch them at Ziggy’s.
Dear Sister (8:30 PM) - Dear Sister returns to One Thirteen for another live show.
SUNDAY
July 6
Photography Class (10:00 AM) - Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance with Greensboro Photography Group!
Cousin’s Main Lobster (12:00 PM) - Never tried lobster? This is your chance. Cousin’s Main Lobster from Raleigh will be at Joymonger’s.
Trivia at the Truck (8:00 PM) FREE - Wind down your holiday weekend with trivia and drinks at Summerfield Farms.
Panes, Fifth Floor, Blankstate, and Saturn Is Changing (8:00 PM) - End your weekend on a high note with a night of live music at Flat Iron.