back to top

Arts / Events Etc.

Two Hokies Reflect on a Lifetime of Metallica Ahead of Lane Stadium Show

Two former Virginia Tech athletes and alumni have been sleeping with one eye open and gripping their pillows tight for the past several months. A dream comes true for both...

Battle of New Market Commemoration Weekend Set for May 17–18

Over May 17-18, the Virginia Museum of the Civil War at New Market Battlefield State...

Roanoke’s 2nd Street Bridge Turns Into Waterslide for Summer Fundraiser

Downtown Roanoke, Inc. (DRI) is transforming a bridge into the ultimate 800- foot waterslide as...

Historian-Led Tour to Mark 161st Anniversary of Battle of New Market

The Virginia Museum of the Civil War at the New Market Battlefield State Historical Park...

Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon Set for May 3

Virginia Amateur Sports, in partnership with Kinetic MultiSports, is proud to announce that the 27th...

RCPS Launches 52 Weeks of Reading to Increase Family Engagement

Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS) has launched its new 52 Weeks of Reading program for the 2023-2024 school year, which promotes literacy, critical thinking,...

John & Kathie Hollandsworth to Play Free Concert at Peaks of Otter

John & Kathie Hollandsworth will perform from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 3, at Peaks of Otter, milepost 85.6, on the Blue Ridge...

Larnell Starkey & the Spiritual Seven to Perform at Folklife Festival

The Blue Ridge Institute and Museum has announced that Larnell Starkey and the Spiritual Seven will perform at this year's Folklife Festival for the...

RSO’s “Symphony Under The Stars” Delights Again

As more folks are putting the Covid lockdowns in the rearview mirror, larger gatherings are reoccurring, as seen by the crowds at the Roanoke...

31st Annual SML Antique and Classic Boat Show To Be Held Sept 16th

The Smith Mountain Lake Antique and Classic Boat Society 31st Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will take place on Saturday September 16, 2023. ...

Immerse Yourself in Agriculture at The 2023 State Fair of Virginia

DOSWELL—This year’s State Fair of Virginia offers unique ways for all ages to explore Virginia agriculture. Themed “Your Fair, Your Way,” the 10-day event will...