Where to Park, Eat, and Sleep

Wake Forest campus street signs

Parking

We have spaces allotted for Campus Day attendees. Enter from one of the two main entrances—from University Parkway or Reynolda Road. Follow the signs to the designated lots.

We expect there to be a high volume of visitors for each Campus Day event, so we encourage you to arrive early.

There is an additional lot reserved at 2400 Reynolda Road, located across from the Reynolda Road entrance. Shuttles will be running continuously in the morning between 7:45-10:15 a.m. and in the afternoon between 3-5:30 p.m. The shuttle stop on campus is steps away from Wait Chapel.


Dining Options

Lunch is on us! At check-in, the accepted student will receive a preloaded dining card (maximum value: $35.00). The card may be used at any dining location on campus and shared among guests of the student. Please note that the card will only be active during the day of visit. Bon appétit!

Thinking about your meal plan for next year? Stop by to chat with members of the Harvest Table team at any point between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to pose your food-related questions.

All locations accept “Lunch is on us!” card, credit cards, and cash.

Benson Food Court

If you’d like to stick to the classics, you can enjoy a chicken sandwich at Chick-fil-A. In addition, you’ll find Yamas, Bento, 336 Market and Forest Greens.

Billy D’s Fried Chicken at Zick’s

This favorite hangout and dining venue features fried chicken, flatbread pizza, wings, and salads.

Camino Bakery

Enjoy freshly baked pasteries and local Counter Culture coffee. Always a nice break from studying — located near the front entrance of the ZSR Library.

Einstein Bros. Bagels

Known for its freshly baked bagels, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch sandwiches, famous Caribou Coffee, espressos and so much more.

Magnolia Room

The Magnolia Room, affectionately known as the “Mag Room,” offers a sit-down, all-you-care-to-eat buffet overlooking Manchester Plaza.

North Dining Hall

All located under one roof, pick the dining you prefer: Hilltop Market, Village Juice & Kitchen, Starbucks, and P.O.D. Market (Provisions On Demand).

The “Pit”

“The Pit”, referred to by students, faculty, and staff because of its location in the basement of Reynolda Hall, features food prepared fresh right before your eyes. Great exhibition cooking, ethnic dishes, American favorites and a variety of healthy options all combine to create a state-of-the-art dining program at Wake Forest University.

Pop-Up Pit!

Spend your dining dollars at a pop-up buffet under the dining tent on Manchester Plaza.

Shorty’s

Shorty’s, located in Benson University Center, offers the off-campus experience without leaving campus: exciting menu options and full table service. Take-out also available.

Subway

Conveniently located on Hearn Plaza in Davis Hall, enjoy all your Subway favorites without leaving campus.


Hotels

If you are traveling from out-of-town and will require overnight lodging, we’ve provided a list of our preferred hotels below.

WFU’s Preferred Hotel

Graylyn International Conference Center

1900 Reynolda Road
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
336.758.2428
800.472.9596

Additional Hotels

Closest to Campus
Best Western Plus University Inn3050 University Parkway
Courtyard by Marriott3111 University Parkway
Hampton Inn & Suites309 Summit Square Court
Holiday Inn Express110 Miller Street
Downtown Winston-Salem
Brookstown Inn200 Brookstown Avenue
Courtyard Winston-Salem Downtown640 West 4th Street
Embassy Suites460 North Cherry Street
Hampton Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown235 North Cherry Street
Fairfield Inn125 South Main Street at Business 40
Hawthorne Inn420 High Street at Business 40
Hotel Indigo Winston-Salem Downtown104 West 4th Street
The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel401 North Main Street
The Shaffner Inn150 Marshall Street SW
Winston-Salem Marriott425 North Cherry Street
The Zevely Inn803 South Main St. (Old Salem Historic District)
U.S. 52 Area
DoubleTree by Hilton5790 University Parkway

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