THE BIGGEST PARTY ON TWO WHEELS!
Spend Memorial Day Weekend in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter, where the excitement of high-speed cycling meets the energy of live music. At Bailey Park, grab a spot to watch top cyclists race past while enjoying a lineup of free concerts from big-name bands. Indulge in bites from food trucks, sip drinks from nearby bars, and explore restaurants just steps away. Whether you’re cheering on the racers, soaking up the music, or unwinding with great food and drinks, Gears & Guitars delivers an unforgettable festival atmosphere—all in the middle of the action.

This year's headliner is alt-rock band Switchfoot, who had multiple top singles in the early 2000s, including "Meant to Live" and "Dare You to Move." See the full event schedule below:

Friday, May 23 
Streets of Fire
Join us as we light up the night along 4th Street in downtown Winston-Salem for dragrace-style street sprints! The night will feature both professional and amateur categories in a competitively charged atmosphere along restaurant row. This event is followed up by FREE LIVE MUSIC. More details coming soon.

Saturday, May 24
Fondos, Criterium Racing and Live Music at Bailey Park
It’s a full day of cycling fun! Our Fondos will depart from Bailey Park in the morning. Pick from two road distances and two greenway / gravel distances. The racing will heat up all afternoon with the famed WS Cycling Classic men’s and women’s races capping off the action. We’ll have food trucks and a beer garden (for adults 21+) all afternoon. 

Saturday Live Music Schedule: Enjoy FREE live music at Bailey Park throughout the afternoon and evening!

1:00 - Spindle 45
3:00 - The Smyle Band
7:30 - GOryanGO
9:00 - Switchfoot  *headliner