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Weekly Drop - March 18

Weekly Drop - March 18

See what's happening in Downtown Roanoke

Brittany Smith
March 18, 2026

What a Weekend in Downtown Roanoke!

St. Patrick’s Day brought a vibrant wave of energy through downtown—packed sidewalks, lively crowds, and a festive spirit that carried through the entire district. As we all take a moment to catch our breath, we want to extend a heartfelt thank‑you to all of the folks who joined us for the Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival. Our downtown restaurants and retailers felt the love!

With spring on the horizon and warmer weather settling in, we’re looking forward to even more foot traffic, outdoor activity, and reasons to enjoy everything happening in the heart of the city.

-Brittany, Director of Marketing & Communications

Wednesday, March 18

80’s Music Bingo at Well Hung
Beer & Biotech at Big Lick Brewing

Thursday, March 19

Music Bingo at Martin's
Gaymer Night at the Roanoke Diversity Center
Roanoke Baby & Birth Provider Mix & Mingle at Rendezvous

Friday, March 20

Easter Bunny Photoshoot at the French Farmhouse
Buddies at the Bear Theater (March 20-22)

Saturday, March 21

Mini Spring Camp at the Taubman Museum of Art
The Creator’s Market with Hustle Humble
Free Art Venture Community Day at the Taubman Museum of Art

Sunday, March 22

Yoga at the Taubman Museum of Art
Portraits for Progress at Starr Hill Brewery
Paint Night at Big Lick Brewing
9-to-5 at Mill Mountain Theater (last showing)
HOOP Charlotte at Big Lick Brewing (March 19-22)

Monday, March 23

Free Yoga Class at the Roanoke Public Library
Teen Game Club at Roanoke Public Library

Tuesday, March 24

Roots & Ramble Plant Night with Ladies Noke at Starr Hill Brewery
The Loteria & Networking with Latina's Network at The Spot on Kirk

MONDAY

Free Yoga Class at the Roanoke Public Library

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Karaoke at Corned Beef & Co

SATURDAY

Tour Roanoke- Downtown Food Tour

SUNDAY

Trivia at OSBC- Market Street

THURSDAY, MARCH 19

Mason Jennings with Matt Mullins at 5 Points Music
MJT at Martin’s
Jared Stout at the Haven

FRIDAY, MARCH 20

Runaway Gin at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
Christian Quesenberry at Big Lick Brewing

SATURDAY, MARCH 21

Phat Anchovies at Golden Cactus Brewing
Chris from Behind the Bar at Blindhouse Beer Company
Deep Six at Martin’s

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