Going to the same parks and hangout spots for family entertainment can get boring, especially when you’re a kid. But, while routine is important, variety can be like a breath of fresh air when you’re bored. So if you’re on the lookout for new Things to Do in Winston-Salem NC, you don’t want to miss this group of local fun spots kids love.

3 Things to Do in Winston-Salem NC

Kaleidium Children’s Museum

Downtown:

The new location–opening soon–is a world of educational fun. This museum is great for kids who love climbing, playing, and discovering. Their exhibits like ToyTime, Enchanted Forest, Artspace, and more will encourage kids to explore, create and learn. When you need a break, stop by their library for even more fun things to do in Winston-Salem NC! Check their website for current seasonal hours and more exhibits.

North:

Located at 400 W Hanes Mill Road is a paradise of hands-on science, tinkering, creativity, and more in-depth exhibit fun. Live animals, Environmental Park trail, planetarium, Keva Works, and the many science-based exhibits will have your child solving problems, designing, building, testing, and learning with a smile. Check their page for their current seasonal hours and all their unique exhibits.

Admission is the same at both locations

• Adults: $10
• Youth (Ages 1-19): $10
• Seniors (62+): $9
• Ages 11 Months and Under: Free
• Members: Free
• Museums for All: $3

Bookmarks Bookstore

This cozy Winston-Salem, NC bookstore, at 634 W. Fourth St. #110, has a great selection of kid’s books and more that they can immerse themselves in as you browse and sip on coffee. If you have a bookworm, they offer a monthly Kids Club subscription ($25) of handpicked books sent to your door. For more fun, they work with local businesses to add new events to their calendar for the whole family, along with their free monthly story time geared to kids 3-7.

You can follow their calendar online or stop by during business hours. They are open Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 9 pm and Sunday from 12 pm – 6 pm.

Winston Cup Museum

Calling all Winston-Salem NC race car lovers! Get your engines ready to view 33 years of Winston Cup Series stock car racing history. They have more than 20 authentic race cars on display, including ones driven by Dale Earnhardt, Sr. Jimmy Spencer, and Wendell Scott! Their tours are packed with information and incredible memorabilia. Never-seen-before photographs from the legendary Winston Cup Series, trophies, uniforms, helmets, and more. You can even have your photo taken at victory lane. Some exhibits do rotate out to keep you engaged every visit at this fun Thing to Do in Winston-Salem, NC.

Prices:

• Adults- $12
• Children (7-12) – $8
• Admission is free for anyone with a military ID and children ages 6 and under.

They also host birthday parties and have racing arcade games available.

Visit them at 1355 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, 27101, Thursday through Saturday from 10 am – 5 pm.

Things to Do in Winston-Salem NC

Kids learn the most through play, fun, and experiences. These fun Things to Do in Winston-Salem, NC, will have your kids learning without knowing it as they laugh, smile, and build great memories.

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