Candid Yams Kickback presents the [4th Annual] Midnight Cookout Photo
Candid Yams Kickback presents the [4th Annual] Midnight Cookout
1922 South Martin Luther King Junior Drive

Thursday, October 16, 2025 8:00 PM to 11:55 PM

36.0720404, -80.2210645

1922 South Martin Luther King Junior Drive
1922 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA
Family Friendly, Food & Drink, Live Music

About

Join us for an unforgettable Thursday night under the stars at the 4th Annual Midnight Cookout — where WSSU alumni and friends come together to vibe, reconnect, and kick off Homecoming weekend the right way.

This year, we proudly present the newly dawned Mr. Alumni B Daht, in collaboration with O, bringing the energy and spirit of Ram Nation like never before.

Set in a wide-open garden space, this grown and soulful gathering features:

- Special Guest Entertainment: RBK

- Uncle Fred’s Famous Chili Bowl

- Grilled food plate provided by WSSU Alum Bryan Haynes of On Que BBQ & Catering

- Vendor Village showcasing WSSU vendors and custom alumni apparel

- Cash bar to keep your glass full all night

- Open-air cigar lounge for smooth conversations

- Fire pit for late-night stories and chill moments

- New special features added to the garden for an elevated experience

- A world-class DJ spinning nostalgic and new-school joints

- The University Foundation with a special alumni-focused activation booth

This isn’t just an event — it’s the soul of Homecoming under the stars. Don’t miss what’s sure to be one unforgettable night.