Saturday, September 26 I 1-5 pm
Welcome the crisp air, warm colors, and creative spirit of fall at ArtSpin! Stroll through downtown and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season, live music, and the vibrant work of local artists and makers. It’s the perfect fall afternoon to experience art, community, and fun for all ages!
While you’re downtown, be sure to visit ComeSeeWilson.com and download the Come See Wilson app to discover even more ways to shop, dine, explore, and enjoy a day in Downtown Wilson.
300 Nash Nutrition | 300 Nash Street
Celebrate Fall at 300 Nash Nutrition with a festive monthly menu featuring specialty smoothies, mega teas, and lattes, plus a themed photo wall during ArtSpin, all alongside our healthy snacks, energy teas, protein smoothies, waffles, and açaí bowls.
A Heart for God Bible and Christian Bookstore | 114 Nash Street
Extended hours, 10am-6pm. Come see what’s new & what’s happening!
A Katchi Gift | 412 Nash Street
Give the gift of joy with our premium and custom gifts and fragrances for you and your loved ones.
Amerimex Bubble Tea Shop | 115 Tarboro Street
Stop by for a refreshing treat and enjoy free face painting, fun for kids and families!
🖼 Barnes Corner Gallery | 200 Tarboro Street W
Gallery Exhibit Closing Night. Join us for the closing night of the current gallery exhibition and enjoy the artwork before the exhibit comes to an end.
Casita Brewing Company | 217 South Street S
Weaving Loom Craft & Fall Photo Op in the Beer Garden. Try your hand at a weaving loom craft with a local florist. Enjoy a festive fall photo backdrop featuring hay bales in the Beer Garden.
Dress for Success Bus | Parked in front of Wilson Arts (204 Nash St. S)
Calling all lumber-folk and flannel lovers! Stop by our Mobile Boutique in your best fashion-forward flannel and strut your stuff down our red (leaf) carpet! We’ll post your pic on our Flannel Board and let the public vote on whose flannel flaunt is the most flawless! Winner will receive a FREE curated professional (fall) clothing kit!
The Edge of Wilson | 127 Barnes Street W
Dee Dee Oliver and Lori Oxendine are local artists who are part of the magic of our Downtown creative community, and we are excited to be exhibiting their work in our gallery, located in Downtown Wilson’s West End Arts District. This is a great opportunity to have conversations about the work in the Exhibit and learn more about the inspiration, techniques, and story behind each artist’s journey, as well as the work on display. The Edge is always a great place to gather and meet other people in an intimate and curated setting.
Hammond Gallery in the Boykin Center | 108 Nash Street NE
Leaf Printing. Create your own nature-inspired artwork using leaves and traditional printing techniques by the Wilson Active Artist Association!
Larema Coffee House | 109 Tarboro Street SW
Larema Coffee House will be open & serving specialty coffee, farm-to-table foods, house-baked pastries & desserts, beer, wine, seltzers, and more!
Sayum Jamaican Restaurant | 408 Nash Street
African Art Raffle. With any purchase, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a beautiful piece of African art and enjoy food that makes you say Yum!
Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park Museum | 230 Goldsboro Street
Stop by to create your own leaf scratch art craft and learn more about the artist behind North Carolina’s Official Folk Art.
WhirliDogs Café | 215 Nash Street S
$5 DIY Animal Sundae Special. Create your own animal ice cream cone with an array of cookies and candies.
Whirligig Popcorn Shoppe | 222 Tarboro Street W
Create Your Own Popcorn Mix. Choose your favorite flavors and create your own custom popcorn mix. Finish it off with a special personalized label for your bag!
Wilson Arts Center | 204 Nash Street S
Wilson County Public Library | 249 Nash Street N (10am-12pm)
Wooden bookmark painting! Choose from an array of acrylic paint colors and tassels to make your reading more inspired with a beautiful bookmark of your own creation!
Wilson County Public Library Bookmobile | 204 Nash Street SW
Free Art Kits! Pick up a creative art kit, sign up for a library card, and check out some books!
Wilson County Tourism Development Authority | 228 Goldsboro Street S
Stop by the Wilson County Tourism Visitor Center for local information, travel resources, and ideas for discovering everything Wilson County has to offer.
Visitor Center Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
For questions, call 800-497-7398.
🚌 City Shop Bus | Throughout Downtown
Need a ride? Hop on the bus and choose a location on the ArtSpin map for a FREE ride.
🎃 Scarecrow on Stilts | Throughout Downtown
Spot a real-life scarecrow on stilts from Dakota Fox Entertainment roaming through the streets!
💃 MC Glo-Modern Line Dance Instructor | Courthouse Plaza – 115 Nash Street
MC GLO is a Wilson, NC–based party host and modern line dance instructor known for bringing high-energy, crowd-focused entertainment to events. He will be leading mini dance lessons and keep the crowd moving throughout the experience.
😀 The Ultimate Jump Zone! | Parking Lot #1 – 211 Tarboro St. SW
Jump for joy! Kids will love the free bouncy houses brought to you from T&A Inflatables.
🎪 Circus Play Area | Parking Lot #1 – 211 Tarboro St. SW
Dakota Fox Entertainment will be offering – interactive fun for kids – try juggling, balance beam, paint can stilts, feather balancing, pogo sticks, and more!
🦊 Poetry Fox | Literary Alley off Tarboro Street
Give the fox a word, and he’ll type you an original poem—maybe inspired by harvest moons, falling leaves, or whatever word you choose—on his vintage typewriter
Plein Air Painters | Throughout Downtown
Will West | Corner of Nash St and Tarboro St
Lady May & Redd | Neal’s Alley (Eastern Auto Supply Alley – 112 Barnes Street W)
3 Dancing Sisters Dance & Co | Bankers Plaza (108 Goldsboro Street S)
El Cafecito | Courthouse Plaza (115 Nash Street)
Instrument Petting Zoo | Edna Boykin Cultural Center (108 Nash St NE)*These businesses are a part of the Downtown Social District. This allows visitors to legally purchase beer, wine, or cocktails from participating ABC permittees and stroll through designated outdoor areas and non-licensed shops. Hours are 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
300 NASH NUTRITION | 300 Nash Street | Offering energizing teas, shakes, smoothies, high protein, essential vitamins & low-calorie choices while committed to supporting your wellness journey. Open 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A BELOVED NUTRITION | 123 Tarboro Street | Serving protein shakes, energy teas, coffee, acai bowls, and more in a family-friendly environment. Open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
AMERIMEX | 115 Tarboro St | Serving delicious Boba drinks, Acai bowls and other drinks. Open 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
*BILL’S GRILL ON NASH | 119 Nash Street W | Comfort food made with fresh homemade ingredients. Open 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
*BREAD & BOTTLE WILSON | 211 South Street | Everything crafted in-house from scratch. Seed oil free. 100+ bottled craft sodas & beer. Veteran-owned. Open 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
*THE CARDINAL | 229 Goldsboro Street | Full bar with gourmet hot dogs. Open 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
*CASITA BREWING CO. | 217 South Street | Local beer with global appeal. Open 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
*THE CLUB GOLF + BAR | 225 Goldsboro Street S | The Ultimate Golf Simulator Bar Experience. Open 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
*THE CORNER | 132 Goldsboro Street S | A cozy and inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy premium cuts of steak and other great food options. Open 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
*DOWNTOWN PUBLIC HOUSE | 113 Goldsboro Street N | Intimate cocktail lounge with craft beer, wine, live music, and vibrant patio. Open 2:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
EDEN NUTRITION | 305 Nash Street | Where community & health meet! They sell delicious, fresh smoothies, energy teas & more! Open 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
GINO’S GELATO | 106 Tarboro Street W | Indulge in a taste of Italy right in downtown Wilson — Gino’s Gelato serves up fresh, handcrafted flavors made daily with local care and family pride! Open Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
*ICE & FUEL CO. | 117 Barnes Street W | Cocktail Bar. Open 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
KATANA JAPANESE HIBACHI |126 Tarboro St | Your stop downtown for hibachi, lo mein, yakisoba, and fried rice. Open 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.
*LAREMA COFFEE HOUSE | 109 Tarboro Street | Serving up craft coffee, tea, hot chocolate, beverages, house-made baked goods, breakfast, brunch, beer, wine, and much more to satisfy all of your cravings! Open 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
*THE PORCH AT ICONOSTAR | 224 Goldsboro Street SW | Unique experience with a vibrant bar, captivating art, and a fantastic outdoor patio, providing the perfect setting for enjoying drinks, exploring local art, and soaking up the sunshine in style! Open 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
*RUCKUS & REDEMPTION | 220-C Barnes Street S | Family friendly; expertly-crafted burgers and cocktails. Open 11:00 a.m. –
10:00 p.m.
SAYUM JAMAICAN RESTAURANT | 408 Nash Street S | Real Jamaican food and hand-dipped ice cream. Open 10:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
TREAT YO’ SELF BAKERY | 100 Pine Street W Suite C | Artisanal cakes, pastries, and desserts plus coffee and drinks. Open 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WHIRLIDOGS CAFÉ | 215 Goldsboro Street S | Delivering the power of possibility for adults with disabilities and serving up their “almost famous” hot dogs, “grown up” grilled cheeses, ice cream and more! Open 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
WHIRLIGIG POPCORN SHOPPE | 222 Tarboro Street | Pop into the spring spirit with Wilson’s favorite local popcorn shop — serving up munchable magic all year long! Open 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
WORRELL’S SEAFOOD | 213 Goldsboro St S | A Wilson staple since the 1920s and reopened in 2026 under new management – offering freshly caught seafood, served broiled or fried, with a wide variety of side dishes. They also have a fish market, selling the same seafood they prepare in their kitchen. Open 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
* = Social District – for more information, please go to: https://www.wilsonnc.org/…/planning…/social-district
