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Weekly Drop - May 20th

Weekly Drop - May 20th

See what's happening in Downtown Roanoke this week!

Brittany Smith
May 20, 2026

Happy Wednesday Downtown Roanoke,

As warmer days arrive and sunshine fills our streets, Downtown Roanoke is buzzing with energy. It’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy everything our downtown district has to offer.

Festival in the Park is just around the corner, bringing together art, music, food, and fun in one of Roanoke’s most beloved traditions. Be sure to check out our events calendar as well—there’s plenty happening all season long.

If you’re staying close to home this holiday weekend, we hope you’ll spend some time downtown supporting the local businesses that make our community so special!

Spending the long weekend in Roanoke? Head over to Elmwood for the 2026 Roanoke Festival in the Park! Plan on lots of great live music, vendors, food trucks, and activities.

Wednesday, May 20th

Trivia at Starr Hill Brewery
Yoga at The Taubman Museum of Art
Midweek Market at Golden Cactus Brewing
Ride of Silence with PedalSafe ROA
Beer & Biotech at RoVa Labs

Thursday, May 21st

Music Bingo at Martin’s
Wildlife Trivia at Big Lick Brewing Company
May Happy Hour with Sustainable Roanoke at Golden Cactus Brewing
Peaceful Paint Night at the Roanoke Higher Education Center
Open Easels at Art on 1st
South African Wine Dinner at Billy’s

Friday, May 22nd

Friday Night Commander at Blade Gaming

Saturday, May 23rd

Historic Roanoke City Market
Fly Fishing 101 at Orvis
Draw With Me Class: Beach House at the Taubman
Professional Development Workshop for Educators at The Taubman
Happy HeARTS Community Sessions at The Taubman
Meet & Greet Reception with Artist with Lou Messa at The Little Art Gallery (light refreshments will be provided)
Free Scavenger Hunt w/ admission at Kids Square

Sunday, May 24th

Grand Sunday Brunch Buffett at Hotel Roanoke
Potted Plant Painting at Golden Cactus Brewing

Tuesday, May 26th

Girl Power Bingo at Well Hung
Pub Run at Big Lick Brewing

2026 FESTIVAL IN THE PARK LINE-UP

Wednesday, May 20th

Loon & Crow at Big Lick Brewing
Roanoke Olde Time Jam at Golden Cactus Brewing
Maiden & Crow at The Spot on Kirk

Thursday, May 21st

Abbey & Andy at Corned Beef & Co (Rooftop Patio)
Open Mic at 3rd Street Coffee House
Ryan Greer at The Haven
Reggae Night at Martin’s

Friday, May 22nd

The Caleb Carpenter Band at Martin’s
Aittala with special guests To Be King & Freedom From the Shadows at The Spot on Kirk
Dr Bacon at Olde Salem Brewing- Market Street
Ravi Coltrane at the Jefferson Center

Saturday, May 23rd

Good Time Alibi at Big Lick Brewing
The Jake & Lou Marmalade Session at Olde Salem Brewing- Market Street
The Hollar Generals at Martin’s
Parris Byers Club, Lost in Space Camp, cul-de-sac, I Before E at The Spot on Kirk

Sunday, May 24th

1vs1: Not Your Average Verses: Chris Brown vs. Usher at Century Plaza
Magnolia Revival at Big Lick Brewing Company

Tuesday, May 26th

Buckethead at 5 Points Music Sanctuary
Christian Q & Co. at Martin’s

Downtown Roanoke Parking Suggestions

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Explore Downtown Roanoke Virtual Tour

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