Get ready for a magical night on the Avenue! Join us at the City of Roanoke Rapids' 1026 Urban Greenspace, where you will find food trucks, music, activities, crafts, hot cocoa and the only snowfall experience of the night.
❄️❄️ YES, you read that right, fluffy snowflakes will fall down at 1026 Roanoke Avenue for a perfect evening! ❄️❄️
Bring the whole family and enjoy an evening filled with holiday fun and hometown pride.
✨ Highlights at 1026 Urban Greenspace
• Hayride pickup and drop off
• Snowfall experience
• Food trucks and treats
• Free hot cocoa bar sponsored by the Lake Gaston Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Live performances including student groups and community choirs
• Letters to Santa
• Family activities such as our Make and Take Ornaments
• Holiday photo spots and festive lighting
🎅 At Centennial Park
• Hayride pickup and drop off will also be at Centennial Park where there will be a Santa Square Marketplace sponsored by Riverbend Events. You can visit Santa, enjoy vendors and food trucks, and hop on the hayride that connects both locations. Tree lighting is at 6 p.m.
🛍️ Along the Avenue
• Many shops will stay open or decorate their storefronts
• Community voting for your favorite decorated storefront (More info at the 1026 Space)
• Festive window displays and holiday ambiance throughout the district
• Enjoy a beer/wine/cider garden at the Roanoke Valley Chamber of Commerce, 720 Roanoke Avenue
🚗 Parking
Parking is available on both ends of the Avenue. Visitors may use on-street parking, the police department or city lot
🔔 Safety
Law enforcement will be present at both locations, and additional lighting will ensure a comfortable and safe evening for all.
Join us across the Avenue as we celebrate the spirit of the season together. We cannot wait to welcome you.
Also check out other Food & Drink events in Roanoke Rapids.