Sunshine, Stories & Summer Vibes: Free Events in the Triad This Weekend (June 6–8)

Hello, summer! This weekend across the Piedmont Triad is bursting with community festivals, music, art, movies, markets, and more — and the best part? So much of it is completely FREE.

From early morning birdwatching in Jonesville to food trucks and music in downtown Winston-Salem, the calendar is full of reasons to get outside, explore new places, and make summer memories with your crew. Whether you've got toddlers, teens, grandparents, or it’s just you and your dog, there’s something to love.

So let’s dive in! Here’s what’s happening this weekend — organized by County, then City — to help you easily plan your perfect Piedmont Triad adventure.
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​ALAMANCE COUNTY

Burlington

• June 7 | 9–11am – Get Hiking! at Guilford Mackintosh Park & Marina

Graham

• June 6 | 7–9pm – Musical Chairs Concert Series at Bill Cooke Park

Gibsonville

• June 8 | 1–5pm – Cheers to Cheese at Grove Vineyards & Winery

Franklinville

• June 8 | 1–5pm – Sunday Puzzles at 111 Sumner Pl

FORSYTH COUNTY

Winston-Salem

• June 6 | 9am–2pm – Accessible Festival 2025 at Winston Salem Fairgrounds
• June 6 | 6–9pm – 3rd Street Soundwaves
• June 6 | 7–10pm – DADA First Friday Gallery Hop
• June 7 | 8:30–11am – Cobblestone Farmers Market
• June 7 | 10am–1pm – Sensory Friendly Summer Breeze Bash
• June 7 | 10–11am – DinoDig at Washington Park
• June 7 | 3–8pm – Pride Cookout at South Fork Park
• June 8 | 12–4pm – 2025 Art Extravaganza at 101 W 5th St
• June 8 | 12–4pm – Hope Floats Up Community Day at Bailey Park
• June 8 | 2–7pm – Thunder Road Farmers & Vendor Market
• June 8 | 3:30–5:30pm – Free Family Movie: Shifting Gears at Marketplace Cinemas
• June 8 | 6–7pm – Salem Swing Band Concert at Burkhead UMC

Clemmons

• June 7 | 5–8pm – Summer Shindig at Jerry Long YMCA

Lewisville

• June 7 | 9am–3pm – Olde Mill Market
• June 7 | 5–8pm – Summer Night Market at Incendiary Brewing

DAVIE COUNTY

Mocksville

• June 7 | 5–11pm – Concert in the Park at US Hwy 601 South

DAVIDSON COUNTY

Midway

• June 8 | 2–5pm – Thunder Road Cruise-In (Free community event)

GUILFORD COUNTY

Greensboro

• June 6 | 6–9pm – First Friday at Downtown Greensboro
• June 6 | 6–8:30pm – Celebration of Black Culture & Unity at Lewis Recreation Center
• June 6 | 6:30–9:45pm – Noches Latinas at LeBauer Park
• June 7 | 8am–12pm – Farmers Curb Market
• June 7 | 9am–1pm – National Trails Day at Greensboro Country Park
• June 7 | 10am–5pm – Dunleath Porchfest
• June 7 | 11am–3pm – Community Health Fair at Warnersville Recreation Center
• June 7 | 11am–2pm – 2on2 Community Hoops and Block Party at Lewis Recreation Center
• June 8 | 6–8pm – Greensboro Big Band at Greensboro College

Pleasant Garden

• June 7 | 7am–12pm – Pleasant Garden Farmers Market

Jamestown

• June 7 | 10:30am–12pm – Family Movies at Jamestown Public Library

RANDOLPH COUNTY

Archdale

• June 6 | 8:30–10:30pm – Outdoor Movie Night at Creekside Park

SURRY COUNTY

Pilot Mountain

• June 7 | 11am–4pm – First Saturday Arts Market
• June 7 | 3–9:30pm – Hot Nights Hot Cars Cruise-In at Depot Street

YADKIN COUNTY

Jonesville

• June 6 | 9–10am – Birdwatching Hike & Birdhouse Building at Jonesville Greenway
• June 6 | 12–1pm – Kite Flying and Picnic at Lila Swaim Park
• June 6 | 2–3pm – Outdoor Workout with Yadkin Family YMCA
• June 6 | 4–5pm – Kids' Beaver Habitat Trek at Jonesville Greenway
• June 7 | 6–9pm – Camel City Yacht Club Concert (NC Trail Days) at 116 Plaza St

STOKES COUNTY, ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, CASWELL COUNTY
(No events submitted for this weekend – check back soon!)

​Can we all agree the Triad knows how to have a good time? Whether you're digging for dinos, dancing at Porchfest, or just strolling a farmers market with coffee in hand, there are so many ways to connect with your community this weekend — and most of them won’t cost a dime.

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• Tag us in your weekend photos — we LOVE seeing how your family explores the Triad!

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Happy weekend, friends. Let’s make it count. 💛
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​📚 New on the Blog

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👉 ☀️ Sunshine, Stories & Summer Vibes
This weekend’s roundup is here — organized by county and city, packed with free festivals, concerts, markets, cookouts, and outdoor fun for the whole family.

👉 📚 Greensboro’s Summer Reading Trail
Books meet adventure! Take the kids on this literary scavenger hunt through local parks — reading, art, and prizes await.

👉 🎬 FREE Summer Kids Movies in Winston-Salem and Greensboro!
No tickets? No problem. These local theaters are showing family favorites all summer long — and admission is totally free.

👉 🌞 Hello, Summer! Events Are Heating Up Across the Triad: Winston Edition
From Bailey Park to the Arts District, Winston-Salem is buzzing with energy. Here's what's going on downtown and beyond.

👉 ❤️ Celebrate Juneteenth Across the Triad
Festivals, concerts, food trucks, cultural events, and family fun are happening in every corner of the region. Explore how the Triad is honoring freedom, resilience, and joy this month.