Park Hangs
Chill While Building Community with Live Music Downtown
| Unwind and socialize with live music at Bailey Park. The iQ is partnering with NCMA Winston-Salem to bring their unique laid-back hangouts with local musicians and easygoing atmosphere to this free event. |
Event Highlights
Kick back, relax, and let us provide the soundtrack to a hangout with your favorite people. The iQ is partnering with NCMA Winston-Salem to bring their House Hangs series outdoors to Bailey Park. Aptly renamed Park Hangs, this reinvented Signature Event series features talented musicians at the Bailey Park stage in the midst of the iQ’s iconic cityscape. Get ready for the opportunity to enjoy music and socialize at this laid-back community event.
The 2026 Park Hangs series is sponsored in part by Atwell Ford Real Estate. Their Piedmont Triad-based team invests in you and your story, helping guide each step of your real estate journey and staying connected even after the paperwork is signed. If you’re looking for someone to help you buy or sell a home, schedule your own hangout with an Atwell Ford agent.
Event Details
Park Hangs will bring free live music to the iQ once a month from April through October. To make sure everyone can comfortably enjoy the performance, please plan to bring a blanket to sit on or a low-backed outdoor chair. Dogs are welcome, but they must remain leashed for the duration of the event.
Food and Beverage Vendors
A rotating selection of food trucks and drink vendors will be at all Park Hangs events. Additionally, you’re welcome to bring your own food to the park or carry in food from one of your favorite iQ restaurants during the event. Drinks from Incendiary Brewing will be available for purchase, but outside alcohol is prohibited.
Event Time
Doors will open with food truck service at 5 pm. Music starts at 6 pm and lasts until 8 pm.
Location
Parks Hangs takes place on the Upper Lawn of Bailey Park, 445 Patterson Ave. Winston-Salem, NC
Parking
Limited street parking is available for this event, with additional paid parking in the Link Parking Deck located at 530 North Patterson Avenue.
Weather Plan
In the event of inclement weather, an announcement about cancellation or rescheduling will be made by 4 p.m. on the day of the event.
2026 Lineup
April 24, 2026
Blue Cactus
Bring your cowboy boots to dance with the Park Hangs’ premiere act. Chapel Hill-based Blue Cactus will bring their unique country sound to the Bailey Park stage. Don’t get too comfy in your seat, because their blend of alt-country, folk, and rock and roll will get you up and moving.
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May 29, 2026
Tre. Charles
Engage your body and soul with a night of music and socialization at Park Hangs with Tre Charles. The singer-songwriter’s unique and authentic performances captivate audiences throughout the East Coast. He’s bringing his brand of indie soul soundscapes to provide an introspective soundtrack for a chill evening in Bailey Park.
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July 24, 2026
Kenny Wavinson
Kenny Wavinson is bringing his laid-back, nostalgic tunes to the Bailey Park stage. The Greensboro-based musician draws on his childhood experiences in Appalachia to create unique songs with a note of familiarity. His laid-back beats will set the mood for a relaxed night of socialization and soaking in the vibes.
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August 21, 2026
Kenny Wavinson
Get in the groove with an evening of Congolese rumba. The North Carolina ensemble Coconut Cake is known for upbeat, bold dance rhythms and cheerful performances. If you love to dance, now is your chance. Bring some friends to drag to the dance floor and enjoy the rhythmic performance.
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September 25, 2026
Kit McKay
To quote this month’s talent, ”Some like it hot, some like it cold, some let Kit McKay make the decisions.” The six-piece alt-country music group will share their sense of humor through their songs. Come dance, sing, and laugh along to the lighthearted performance and humorous lyrics at the September Park Hangs show.
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October 16, 2026
Real Companion
Looking for a new indie rock obsession? Real Companion is a strong candidate. Come to their October show at Park Hangs for smooth guitar, thoughtful lyrics, and an experimental touch. This Boone-based duo is sure to help you get in the groove and in a thoughtful mood.
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Bailey Park
Urban green space in the heart of the Innovation Quarter
The 1.6-acre urban green space provides a flexible outdoor “living room” for those who live, work and play in the Innovation Quarter. Bailey Park hosts a variety of free community activities, from yoga and film screenings to food trucks and festivals. These events make use of the park’s amenities, which include a covered stage, restroom facilities, a food truck court and a large grassy lawn.