Happenings Calendar: 7/15-7/22
Events Happening in the Roanoke Area (July 15h - July 22nd)
ROANOKE RAMBLER HAPPENINGS
Week of 7/15 to 7/22
We scoured community calendars, city listings, downtown postings, and regional event pages so you didn’t have to. From a national cycling championship and civic meetings to concerts, theater, festivals, and after-dark trail walks, here’s what’s happening in Roanoke and surrounding areas this week. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last-minute changes or cancellations.
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This week
Wednesday, July 15 through Sunday, July 19 — 2026 USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships, held across Roanoke County and Roanoke City, including Hollins University and Carvins Cove. Elite and amateur racers compete in marathon and cross-country events throughout the week.
Wednesday, July 15th
Wednesday, July 15 — Board of Zoning Appeals work session, Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, 11 a.m. to noon.
Wednesday, July 15 — Board of Zoning Appeals meeting, City Council Chambers, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 15 — Open Mic at The Front Row, 356 Salem Ave. SW, evening hours. A weekly stage for local performers.
Wednesday, July 15 — Wednesday Morning Track Workouts, Patrick Henry High School. Free, weekly group training for runners.
Thursday, July 16th
Thursday, July 16 — Roanoke Public Library Advisory Board meeting, Main Library, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 16 — Architectural Review Board meeting, City Council Chambers, 4th floor, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 16 — Cooper Alan in concert, Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges.
Thursday, July 16 — Improvement Movement + Wolph, 5 Points Music Sanctuary.
Thursday, July 16 — Themed Flight Thursdays: Bordeaux, Barrel Chest Wine & Beer, 2601 Franklin Road SW.
Thursday, July 16 — Lantern Tour of Natural Bridge, Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center.
Friday, July 17th
Friday, July 17 — First Fridays featuring The Delaneys, Franklin Road.
Friday, July 17 — The Pirate’s Ball, Mango’s Bar & Grill, Moneta.
Friday, July 17 — Umphrey’s McGee, The Exchange Music Hall, 201 S. Jefferson St.
Friday, July 17 — Salem After Five featuring Travis Reigh, Salem Farmers Market.
Friday, July 17 — Salem RidgeYaks vs. Delmarva Shorebirds — Faith and Family Night, Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Friday, July 17 — Friday Night Jamboree, The Floyd Country Store.
Friday, July 17 — Lookin’ for Lightning Bugs Sunset Walk, Natural Bridge State Park, Skyline Trail parking lot.
Saturday, July 18th
Saturday, July 18 — Jazz in July, Longwood Park, Salem.
Saturday, July 18 — Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, Wind Vineyards, Moneta.
Saturday, July 18 — From Big Lick to Roanoke: The Making of a Railroad City, walking tour, O. Winston Link Museum, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 18 — Summer START: Line, Taubman Museum of Art, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 18 — Fleetwood Mac Tribute: Rumours LA, Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges.
Saturday, July 18 — Mountain Lake Conservancy Reptile Expo, Mountain Lake Conservancy, Pembroke.
Saturday, July 18 — Salem RidgeYaks vs. Delmarva Shorebirds — Lilo & Stitch Night, Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Saturday, July 18 — The Royal Bubble Bash, Kids Square, Market Square SE.
Sunday, July 19th
Sunday, July 19 — Dog Bowl Market, Black Dog Salvage.
Sunday, July 19 — Speakeasy Jazz Nights, The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center.
Sunday, July 19 — Salem RidgeYaks vs. Delmarva Shorebirds — Bark in the Park, Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Monday, July 20th
Monday, July 20 — Monday Night Jam, Blue Ridge Institute & Museum, Ferrum.
Tuesday, July 21st
Tuesday, July 21 — Roanoke Arts Commission meeting, 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Tuesday, July 21 — Gun Violence Prevention Commission meeting, Melrose Branch Library, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 21 — Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting, Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building, HR Learning Center, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 21 — Move & Mingle Pub Run with Fleet Feet Roanoke, Big Lick Brewing Co.
Tuesday, July 21 — Salem RidgeYaks vs. Augusta GreenJackets, Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Wednesday, July 22nd
Wednesday, July 22 — David Ramey Collection reception, Gainsboro Branch Library.
Wednesday, July 22 — Mountain Valley Cluster Dog Show begins, Salem Civic Center, through July 26.
Wednesday, July 22 — Salem RidgeYaks vs. Augusta GreenJackets, Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Running all week
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Mill Mountain Theatre, Sundays, Wednesdays through Saturdays, through Aug. 2.
“Into the Woods,” Attic Productions, Fincastle, Sundays and Thursdays through Saturdays, through July 26.
“Washington’s Greatest Victory: Yorktown and American Art,” Taubman Museum of Art, Sundays and Thursdays through Saturdays, through Nov. 8.
TEAM USA Watch Parties + FIFA Alley, The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, daily, Peacock Alley and the Garden Courtyard.
Happy Hour at Corned Beef & Co., Tuesdays through Fridays, 107 S. Jefferson St.
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