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A crowd at a concert in the street

Whether you’re just there for the concerts or brave enough to race, Gears & Guitars is a can’t-miss weekend.

Photo provided by Visit Winston-Salem

Your Memorial Day Weekend plans just rolled in. Gears & Guitars, “the biggest party on two wheels,” returns to Winston-Salem this month.

The annual event combines prestigious cycling races and free concerts for a weekend of fast-paced fun, including:

  • Streets of Fire | Drag race-style sprint races down 4th Street
  • The Fondos | Long-distance races
  • Citerium racing | High speed, multi-lap races
  • Local food trucks and spectating from street-front bars + restaurants
  • Live music both nights

Music lineups + race sign-ups

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