Giving Tuesday

November 28 is Giving Tuesday. Below are just a few of the many amazing non-profits based in Greensboro and High Point you can support!

• Friends of Guilford County Animal Shelter: Provides enrichment and other resources for the animals at Guilford County Animal Resource Center. The non-profit is hosting a silent auction event on Giving Tuesday at Joymongers Brewing Co. with adoptable dogs!
  

• Cover the City: Supports those experiencing homelessness by collecting and donating blankets.
  

• Big Brothers Big Sisters Services: Matches adult volunteers with children 6-18 with the goal of creating impactful, positive mentoring relationships.
  

• Backpack Beginnings: Delivers services to feed, comfort, and clothe children in need.
  

• Urban Ministry: Provides food, shelter, housing solutions, and support services for those in need.

The Nutcracker will be performed at the Tanger Performing Arts Center in Greensboro this year (December 7-10). Since 1966, this ballet has showcased the talent of hundreds of UNCSA students who bring the holiday tradition to life as dancers, musicians, and theater designers. Create joyful and cherished memories with your family this holiday season! Purchase your tickets today!*

Events

Thursday, November 23

• Running of the Turkeys 5K - Start off your Thanksgiving with a 5K at Jaycee Park! Donations benefit shift_ed, a non-profit organization. 8:30 AM

• Greensboro Gobbler 5K - Run through downtown Greensboro in this 5K/1 Mile Fun Run event supporting Greensboro Urban Ministry. Races start at Center City Park. 8 AM

• 5 Before the Feast - Participate in a 5K or 1 Mile Fun Run at Truist Point. All proceeds benefit youth programs at the YMCA of High Point. 8:30 AM

Friday, November 24

• Holiday Musical - Dr. Suess’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical comes to the Steven Tanger Center. Available through Sunday.

• Christmas Festival - Create memories at McLaurin Farms with light show hayrides, pictures with Santa, and much more! Available through December 30.

• Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic - Shop at the art and craft festival at Greensboro Coliseum Complex as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Available through Sunday.

• Nostalgia Night - Get ready for a Y2K dance party at Boxcar Bar + Arcade with DJ Wawa. 7 PM - 1 AM

• Christmas at the Farm - Shop from over 60 local vendors and artisans at The Farm while enjoying music, lights, and hayrides. Also available Saturday.

• Hot Cocoa Wagon Rides - Board Summerfield Farms’ wagon for a ride around the farm while you enjoy a cup of hot cocoa. 1-4 PM

• Block Party - Enjoy s’mores, bonfires, live music, and more at this family-friendly event on Church Avenue. 4 PM

• DIY Workshop - Make your own candle at Pinspiration. Available every Friday through December 15. 5-8 PM

• Kringles Adventure - Decorate cookies, visit Santa, and make a Christmas wreath at Millstone Creek Orchards. Available through Sunday!

Saturday, November 25

• Concert - John Berry’s 27th Annual Christmas Tour comes to High Point Theatre. 7 PM

• Cocktail Class - Craft your own festive cocktail at Summerfield Farms. 2 PM

• Holiday Market - Find unique Christmas gifts made by local artists at Hidden Gate Brewing. Bring the kids along for a Santa letter-writing station and a chance to see the Grinch. 12-5 PM

Sunday, November 26

• Nutcracker Tea - Take your family to a holiday tea featuring a performance of The Nutcracker. 11 AM and 3 PM

• A Motown Christmas - Carolina Theatre presents a family-oriented show combining Motown's greatest hits with everyone's favorite holiday classics. 7:30 PM

• Small Brewery Sunday - Win free treats and swag from All Pets Considered at Joymonger Brewing Co. 1-4 PM

Other News

• Giving Tuesday: United Way of Greater High is collaborating with Stock + Grain Assembly for “Dine with Purpose Day.” On November 28, 10% of Stock + Grain’s sales will go to supporting United Way's impactful community programs.
  

• Scoring: Greensboro received a perfect score for the third year in a row in the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index. Greensboro and Chapel Hill were the only cities in North Carolina to receive a perfect score.
  

• Ranking: WalletHub ranked Greensboro as the 9th best city for Thanksgiving. The ranking took into consideration multiple factors, such as the cost of a Thanksgiving dinner and the number of volunteer opportunities available.
  

• Sports: The UNCG Spartans secured their first win in program history against a Top 25 opponent - the Arkansas Razorbacks - last Friday.

Upcoming Events 

• Calligraphy Class - Sip & Script offers a beginner calligraphy workshop and ornament lettering at The Cottage on November 29.

• Hip Hop Nutcracker - Watch a contemporary dance spectacle in this re-mixed and re-imagined version of the classic ballet at the Steven Tanger Center on November 30.

• Festival of Lights - Bring the family to City Center Park on December 1 for a tree-lighting ceremony, community sing-along, Santa, carolers, and acoustic performances.

• Greensboro Holiday Parade - The annual parade returns to downtown Greensboro on December 2, featuring huge balloons, professional floats, dance and drill teams, and school bands.

• Christmas at the Carolina - Watch Polar Express, sing along with a historic pipe organ, and take pictures with Santa at the Carolina Theatre on December 2.

• High Point Holiday Stroll - Experience the sights and sounds of Christmas as you stroll through uptown and downtown High Point on December 2.

• Candle Workshop - Make your own Christmas candle at The Mantel Mercantile on December 4.

Shopping Deals

Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are right around the corner! Shop local and enjoy holiday deals from these Triad-based businesses.

• Pupcakes Spa and Boutique: Get 50% off select merchandise

• Fleet Feet: Select shoes, socks, Garmin products, and Shokz products on sale. Buy 3 get 1 free sock

• Mindful Supply: 50% off sitewide; use code SHOP25 at checkout

• The Borough Market and Bar: 30% off select items

• Just Be: $5 off $50, $15 off $100, and $30 off $200

• Shelter Island Paper: Get 25% off when you spend $85 on personalized products and laser-made goods

• Pebble & Pear: Get up to 50% off your entire purchase

• Southern Junk: Enjoy giveaways, a scavenger hunt, and sales on select items

• Rebecca & Co Boutique: 40% off shoes and coats, an additional 25% off all sale items, and 30% off Matt + Nat and Jules K handbags and wallets

• Moonbird Soulful Living: 20% off storewide

The Wrap

• 🎄 Looking for the perfect Christmas tree? Check out our Christmas tree guide to find yours!

• ✨ The holidays are in full swing! Check out our holiday parades and tree lighting guide to make the most of the season.

• 🎉 Experience the magic of the holiday season in Greensboro and High Point with these family-friendly activities.

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