Though not an entirely distinct neighborhood, the space that surrounds Wake Forest University is highly influenced by its proximity to the college. Encompassing Reynolda Road, Polo Road, and University Parkway, this area is full of larger homes occupied by many faculty members and smaller apartments for the students. See also Reynolda Village for more about the area around WFU.
A historic gas station that has been renovated into a modern bar and grill with awesome hot dogs and burgers. Campus Gas hosts a coffee shop during the day (Known Coffee Co.), and this symbiotic relationship works for the WFU crowd. It’s a great spot for a quick lunch or a few beers.
The entire WFU campus is worth seeing but Wait Chapel is definitely a highlight. It is such a pretty and historic building and is the focal point of the campus.
Home to wide variety of special events, concerts & shows as well as Wake Forest Men’s & Women’s Basketball.
The Department of Music at Wake Forest University is an impressive program that offers performances and concerts that are open to the public.
A men’s professional tennis tournament played on the ATP Tour held at Wake Forest University’s tennis complex every August. It is the final tournament in a 9-tournament series leading up to the US Open.
Delicious Italian deli with the most amazing authentic pastries and cakes.
For over 40 years, the place to find amazing produce and local products. Open every Saturday on the Winston-Salem fairgrounds.
An amazing art Gallery at Wake Forest University. Free and open to the public but it does close for the summer and for school holidays.
