We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. From live music to theatre, lectures to drag shows, we’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.

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This weekend

• Thursday, 6/26 to Saturday, 6/28 — Miss Virginia 2025 at the Berglund Special Events Center (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). This year commemorates 90 years of Miss Virginia Pageants in the Commonwealth. All competitions begin at 7 p.m. ($)
• Thursday, 6/26 to Saturday, 6/28 — “1776 The Musical” at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest (1776 Poplar Forest Parkway, Lynchburg). Bring a chair or a blanket, a picnic dinner (no outside alcohol allowed), and your friends to enjoy a night of theatre under the stars. ($)
• Thursday, 6/26 to Saturday, 7/5 (closed Sunday) — Buchanan Community Carnival at Buchanan Town Park (485 Lowe St., Buchanan). Come out to enjoy food, including Buchanan's world famous hand-cut fries, ice cream, and burgers; great music every night; games; and rides! Fireworks on July 4th and 5th.  
• Friday, 6/27 to Sunday, 6/29 — Hidden Valley Country Club Open at The Hidden Valley Country Club (200 Romar Rd., Salem). ($)
• Saturday, 6/28 to Sunday, 6/29 — WDBJ7’s Star City Slide to benefit the Downtown Ambassador Program in downtown Roanoke (at the intersection of Gainsboro Rd NW., Salem Ave. SW.  and 2nd St. SW). An 800 ft. water slide will fill 2nd St. SW, purely for slip and slide summer fun. Wear what you will slide in. Ages 4 to 7 with an adult. Ages 7 and up may slide alone. Purchase timed tickets in advance. ($)

Wednesday, June 25

• 5 to 8 p.m. — Jazz Nights hosted by Brian Mesko at Six and Sky Rooftop Grille (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). 
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Networking: Get2KnowNoke Q2 Social at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem). Free to attend; registration is required.
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Mercy Creek at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — History After Dark: "Murder in Roanoke County: Race and Justice in the 1891 Susan Watkins Case" with John Long presented by the Botetourt County Historical Society at 1772 on Main & Rooftop (18 S. Roanoke St., Fincastle). Long explores a little-known but powerful case that sheds light on race, justice, and society in 19th-century Virginia. Call the restaurant at (540) 632-8099 to make a reservation to secure your seat. ($)
• 6 p.m. — Dinner in the Dark: A Night at Grandma’s at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). Join us for a profound evening of empathy and understanding at this special meal, thoughtfully catered by Pumpernickel Pickle. Guests will be blindfolded to simulate the experience of dining without sight, fostering a deeper appreciation for the challenges faced by the blind community. ($)
• 6 p.m. — Silent Book Club at Ursula’s Cafe (511 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). No assigned reading. No pressure.
• 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Open Mic Comedy Night with The Comedy Lab at Big Lick Brewing Company (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6:35 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Hickory Crawdads at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). ($)
• 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — Pollinator Week: My Garden of a Thousand Bees presented by the Roanoke Valley Garden Club and the Mill Mountain Garden Club at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke).
• 7 to 11 p.m. — Open Mic at The Front Row (356 Salem Ave., Roanoke). Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or just have something to say, this is your chance to shine.
• 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Live music: McFadden & Holmes Duet at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Stephen Kellogg & Pat McGee at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). ($)
• 10 p.m.  — Live music: Ben Trout Band at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). 

Thursday,  June 26

• 4 to 7 p.m. — Meet the Artist: Simone Patterson at Blue Ridge PBS (1215 McNeil Dr. SW, Roanoke). Patterson is a multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges creative technologies and traditional crafts — especially embroidery — celebrating women’s undervalued labor and honoring the flow of spiritual and machine energies.
• 4 to 7 p.m. — Gaymer Night at Roanoke Diversity Center (425 Campbell Ave. SW., Roanoke). Hang out with other local young adults in the lounge, watch the latest music videos, play board games, chat and mingle. Bring your controllers and play your friends with our Nintendo Switch or Playstation, or start an RPG, card games and board games.
• 5 p.m. — Pride Month: Pride Night Wine Tasting presented by Roanoke Diversity Center at Crystal Spring Grocery Co. (2205 Crystal Spring Ave., Roanoke). ($)
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: GOTE at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Party in Elmwood: Too Much Sylvia at Elmwood Park (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). ($)
• 6 p.m. — Roots & Resistance: Washington Park presented by Gainsboro Branch Library & Friends of Washington Park at Gainsboro Branch Library (15 Patton Ave., NW Roanoke). Join historian Brittany Flowers and Friends of Washington Park to dive into the history of Washington Park. This lecture will explore how this green space evolved from a symbol of oppression to a stage for protest and community resilience and determination.
• 6 p.m. — Learn to Make Charcuterie at Well Hung Vineyard (402 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). ($)
• 6 to 7:30 p.m. — Community Night: Backyard Beekeeping presented by Carilion Clinic at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). Yoga, gardening/farming and kids activities kick off at 6 p.m., followed by a workshop at 6:45 p.m. 
• 6:35 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Hickory Crawdads at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). ($)
• 7 p.m. — Pride Month: Belle’s Bingo & More at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). A game night like no other. Hosted by the fabulous Adoor & Jezzi Belle, this isn’t your average BINGO. Think: outrageous fun, unexpected twists, and a wild mix of bar games that’ll have you laughing all night. ($)
• 7 p.m. — Mingle at the Market: Eric Wayne Band & Karlee Raye at the Vinton Farmers Market (204 W. Lee Ave., Vinton). Bring your lawn chairs. Now outside food or drink. ($)
• 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Live music: Doc McClintock at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Judy Collins at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). ($)
• 8 to 11 p.m. — Live music: Southern Smoke Duo at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). 
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Michael & the Pentecost at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). 

Friday, June 27

• 4:30 p.m. — Great Race Evening Stop at the Virginia Museum of Transportation  (303 Norfolk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Welcome more than 140 classic cars and trucks (1974 and earlier) as they roll into town. Museum admission applies for entrants. ($)
• 5 p.m. — 42nd Annual Rocky Mount Independence Day Festival presented by the Rotary Club of Rocky Mount at Franklin County High School (700 Tanyard Rd., Rocky Mount). Don’t miss the Franklin County Mullet Competition starting at 8 p.m. with divisions for kids, teens, and adults. Great prizes will be awarded and the Overall Winner will claim the championship until the following year and be invited to many county appearances. Competitors must pre-register online or in person at the Essig Recreation Center.
• 5:30 p.m. — Grandin Chillage in the Grandin Village (enter between Westover and Grandin Ave., Roanoke). Live music from Phat Laces, food trucks, adult beverages, and family entertainment. ($)
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Leonard Blush & The Camelcals at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Friday Food Truck & Tunes: Andy & Abby at Sweet Donkey (2108 Broadway Ave., Roanoke).
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Pearl Jam & Chris Cornell Tributes: The Ledbetters & Superunknown at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges (9 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). ($)
• 6:35 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Hickory Crawdads at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: The Duo with Professor Bill at the 3rd Street Coffee House (305 Mountain Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 7:30 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Acoustic Kind Duo at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. — Disco Party with DJ Flex at 202 Social House (202 Market St., Roanoke). 21+ ($)
• 8 p.m. (Doors open 6:30) — Live music: Moon Hooch at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). ($)
• 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30) — Live music: Redd & The Paper Flowers at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). ($)
• 8 p.m. — Live music: The Gatlin Brothers at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). ($)
• 9 to 10 p.m. — Karaoke with Dollar Bill at Awful Arthur’s (108 Campbell Ave. SE, Roanoke). 
• 9 p.m. to midnight — Karaoke Night at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Memphis Lightning at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). Purchase tickets here. ($)

Saturday, June 28

• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Star City Motor Madness Car Show in downtown Roanoke (along Jefferson St. and elsewhere). Rain or shine. Free for spectators. 
• 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Second Annual Persiflage Local Author Book Sale at the Salem Museum & Historical Society (801 E. Main St., Salem).  The sale will feature more than a dozen nationally and regionally important authors, as well as some new and promising writers.
• 1 to 2 p.m. — Art and Architecture Walking Tour: Both Sides of the Track led by Taubman Museum of Art Research Fellow and historian James Moser starting at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Registration required. ($)
• 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. — Live music: John McBroom at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 2 to 6 p.m. — Saturday Sessions at Fork in the Alley (2123 Crystal Spring Ave., Roanoke). Come kick it with us on The Front Porch Stage to check out some great music and enjoy one of our frozen drinks at The Patio Bar.
• 3 to 6 p.m. — Live music: Christian Q. at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Phat Pocket Show Band in the Beer Garden at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 5 p.m. — Not Your Average Tailgate: Black Heritage Night Celebration at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). This annual event honors the legends of Black baseball history while bringing the Roanoke community together through a shared love of the sport. Enjoy activities, music, food, and community. ($) 
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Seedpicker at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). 
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Simon & Garfunkel Tribute at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges (9 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). ($)
• 6 p.m. (gates open at 4) — Truck and Tractor Pull at The River Farm (1320 Mt. Joy Rd., Buchanan). Bring your own blanket or chair. No outside coolers. ($)
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Phlegar Hill at Big Lick Brewing Company (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Bingo with a Twist with DJ Showtime at the City Market Building (32 Market Sq. SE, Roanoke). Laughter, music, dancing, and bingo. 21+ ($)
• 6:35 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Hickory Crawdads at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem). ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Travis Tritt at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Smalltown Royals at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke).
• 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Live music: Jug Busters at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
• 8 to 10 p.m. — Stand-up: Fun Times Comedy presented by Comedians Gone Rogue at McClains at First & Main (1614 South Main St., Blacksburg). ($)
• 10 p.m.  — Live music: Low Water Bridge Band at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). Purchase tickets here. ($)

Sunday, June 29

• 11 a.m. to Noon — Yoga at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). ($)
• 1 to 4 p.m. — Live music: Dave Corbitt and Jeremey Davall at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
• 5 p.m. — Live music: Mojo Parker Band at Fork in the Alley (2123 Crystal Spring Ave., Roanoke). 
• 5 to 8 p.m. — Live music: Mason Creek at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
• 7 p.m. — Pride Month: Roanoke Pride Pageant at The Park Dance Club (615 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). ($)

Monday, June 30

• 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. — Opening day: “The Rainbow Fish: The Musical” On Tour presented by Mill Mountain Theatre at Montvale Library (11575 W Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Montvale) and Stewartsville Library (45 Cascade Dr, Vinton) and other select venues across the Roanoke Valley. This heartwarming musical brings dazzling underwater characters and the tale of friendship and sharing to life for young audiences. Find dates and locations here.
• 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Manic Monday Karaoke at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke).
• 7 p.m. — Star City Secret Cinema presented by Justin Smith at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). What's the film? You won't know until you take your seat and the lights go down.

Tuesday, July 1

• 4 to 8 p.m. — Happy Hour for All at A Few Old Goats Brewing – Roanoke (515 8th St. SW, Suite 228, Roanoke). 
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Band of Horses at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Request Line with Jared Stout at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). 

Wednesday, July 2

• 4 to 10 p.m. — Salem Fair — Opening Night with WFXR at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian age 25 or older with valid I.D. at all times. Clear bag policy. Free gate admission.
• 5 to 8 p.m. — Jazz Nights hosted by Brian Mesko at Six and Sky Rooftop Grille (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). 
• 7 to 11 p.m. — Open Mic at The Front Row (356 Salem Ave., Roanoke). Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or just have something to say, this is your chance to shine.
• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Live music: Orlas with DJ Stimulator Jones at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). ($)
• 10 p.m.  — Karaoke Night at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). 

Looking ahead

• July 6, 1 p.m. — Floatilla to Starr Hill(a) presented by Get2KnowNoke and Roanoke Outside starting at Roanoke Mountain Adventures (1108 8th St. SW, Roanoke). Bring whatever floats your vibe — inflatable couches, unicorns, ducks, SUPs, kayaks, tubes — go wild. Need gear? Call Roanoke Mountain Adventures for rental needs. Bring your own pump. Float at your own risk. You're in charge of shuttling yourself to and from RMA and Starr Hill. Parking is very limited; plan ahead. Learn more here.
• August 2 to 3 — Big Lick Comic Con at the Berglund Center (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Get ready for an epic weekend of comics, creators, cosplay, celebrity guests, vendors, experiences, and more as Big Lick Comic Con fills the Berglund Special Events Center, Hall and Coliseum! Tickets are available now. ($)
• August 14 to 17 — Roanoke Comedy Fest a weekend-long celebration of live comedy in the Star City. 

Ongoing

• Through June 28 — John Wiercioch Collection at LinDor Arts (306 First St., Roanoke). A collection of spontaneous and harmonious abstract paintings by Roanoke Valley's favorite abstract painter.
• Through July 13  — Salem Fair at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian age 25 or older with valid I.D. at all times. Clear bag policy. Free gate admission.
• Through July 27 — “The Rainbow Fish: The Musical” On Tour presented by Mill Mountain Theatre at select venues across the Roanoke Valley. This heartwarming musical brings dazzling underwater characters and the tale of friendship and sharing to life for young audiences. Find dates and locations here.
• Saturdays through December 27 — Downtown Roanoke Food & Cultural Tour starting at 11:15 a.m. from Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). A walking tour that connects Roanoke's local food scene with the city's colorful history. Visit six food-tasting locations within the historic and vibrant downtown historic district. Delicious samplings, enough for a hearty meal for most, are served from locally-owned eateries at iconic historic locations. ($)
• Every Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — VA Works Assistance presented by the Virginia Department of Workforce Development and Advancement in Meeting Rooms B and C at the Roanoke City Main Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Do you need help with your job search? Looking for temporary income support or transition and training services? Visit the workforce experts at their satellite desks at the Main Library in downtown Roanoke.