Merry and Bright Delights in Winston-Salem

From the warm glow of hand-dipped beeswax candles at Old Salem’s Candle Tea to the shimmer of more than a million twinkling lights at Tanglewood Park’s annual Festival of Lights, Winston-Salem knows how to turn on the cheer during the holiday season. Find out where to experience festive traditions both old and new during your next visit, plus get pro tips for mastering holiday decor in your home.

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Visions of Sugar Plum (Fairies) Dance on the Stage UNC School of the Arts’ annual performance of the classic ballet The Nutcracker is not your average school play. According to The Hollywood Reporter, these students are among the best in the world. Held in the historic Stevens Center in downtown Winston-Salem December 7-16, this must-see show is a perfect way to start a festive family night out. Soak in the Magic Moravian-Inspired Recipes for the Hostess with the Mostess With more than a million pounds of wafer-thin Moravian cookies baked here each year, Winston-Salem is your headquarters for holiday sweets. These crispy cookies have become worldwide wonders (and excellent stocking stuffers). This year, with the help of experts at Dewey’s Bakery, we’re sharing holiday dessert recipes using the much-loved classic cookie. Bake with Cheer

Tour de Trees at Historic Graylyn Estate A historic luxury boutique hotel, Graylyn Estate decks its halls each holiday season with greenery, including seven themed Christmas trees that pay homage to the Gray family traditions. Come for breakfast with Santa or reserve your spot on a butler tour to see tannenbaum trimmings inspired by the Gray’s travel experiences, mountain home, beloved pets, and more. Spruce Up Your Trip From Letterpress to Moravian Stars: 5 Local Ornaments that Shine As a city that’s known for a thriving art scene, it’s no surprise that the traditional technique of letterpress printing lives on in Winston-Salem. Learn more about this unique craft and our local expert, Alan Henderson, who creates handmade ornaments each year. Plus, discover four other holiday ornaments that are distinctly Winston-Salem. Shop to It

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