# Events & Things To Do In Roanoke on 1st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Roanoke on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Roanoke on 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Roanoke

- **Event Name**: The Wailers
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at The Wailers, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning The Exchange Music Hall in vibrant Roanoke, VA transforms into a realm of wonder
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/the-wailers/2300029839990100
  - **Venue**: The Exchange Music Hall
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: R&B Is For Lovers: Dinner in Denim
  - **Description**: A denim affair under the city lights. R & B music, visuals and dining and music experience curated for elegance and connection. The night features:
A 3-course culinary experience by local chefs (Appetizer
→ Entrée → Dessert)
Specialty cocktail pairing
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/randb-is-for-lovers-dinner-in-denim/200028532500941
  - **Venue**: One City Plaza Events
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, live-music, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Larry Keel Duo Live At Martin's
  - **Description**: We are beyond honored to welcome the legendary Larry Keel to the #MartinsStage for a special duo show on May 1st at 10pm! Tickets are on sale now at https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/martins-downtown/the-larry-keel-duo-martin-s-downtown

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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/larry-keel-duo-live-at-martins/200029617107217
  - **Venue**: ​413 1st St. SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, art, country-music-festivals
- **Event Name**: 🌸Flower Moon Breathwork & Sound Bath: A Full Moon Spring Rebirth Ritual With Tanvi Patil
  - **Description**: The Flower Moon 🌸🌕 marks the height of spring — a lunar moment when the earth reaches peak bloom. Across cultures, this moon symbolizes rebirth, emotional renewal, abundance, and the courage to grow into a fuller version of yourself. Spiritually, this moo
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/flower-moon-breathwork-and-sound-bath-a-full-moon-spring-rebirth-ritual-with-tanvi-patil/200029688178230
  - **Venue**: 401 Highland Avenue, SE, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24013
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  - **Categories**: workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Community School's 46th Annual Strawberry Festival
  - **Description**: FREE Two Day Event! Homemade strawberry shortcakes, strawberry sundaes and chocolate-dipped strawberries at Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke!About this EventFestival Hours: Friday, May 1 from 11am-6:00pm and
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/community-schools-46th-annual-strawberry-festival/100001983975761911
  - **Venue**: Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: festivals, live-music, charities, dog
- **Event Name**: Ours Samplus + TheBusiness. + TBA
  - **Description**: French duo Ours Samplus on the way to vibe out the Sanctuary with their brand of hip-hop infused EDM. TheBusiness. are also on the bill with more support to be announced.

Ours Samplus, formed by GuiB and Yousla, is one of the most prolific instrumental h
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/ours-samplus-thebusiness-tba/200029810477815
  - **Venue**: 1217 Maple Ave SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, dance, live-music
- **Event Name**: Starbomb - The Force Awakens
  - **Description**: Tiny bicycles, costumes, a mega DH from the Star. Party. 
Theme = Star Wars. Interpret & express that any way you want.
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/starbomb-the-force-awakens/200029894674418
  - **Venue**: Roanoke, Va
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- **Event Name**: Group Ride to International Female Ride Day in Roanoke VA
  - **Description**: Hey ladies 🖤🏍️

Anyone interested in doing a group ride + overnight trip to International Female Ride Day at Roanoke Valley Harley-Davidson on Saturday, May 2?

I’m thinking we’d head out Friday the 1st and make it an overnight since it’s about 4 hours, p
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/group-ride-to-international-female-ride-day-in-roanoke-va/200029735155255
  - **Venue**: Roanoke Valley Harley-Davidson
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  - **Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures

## Trending Events in Roanoke

- **Event Name**: Billy Strings – Roanoke
  - **Description**: Returning to the road in July, Billy Strings brings renewed energy to Roanoke. The Berglund Center Coliseum supports a powerful, resonant sound that amplifies the band’s intensity while preserving clarity.

“Dust in a Baggie” lands with explosive force, d
  - **Venue**: Billy Strings – Roanoke, VA
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- **Event Name**: Gabby Barrett at Dr Pepper Park
  - **Description**: Northwest Ace Summer Concert Series
All shows are 🌧 rain or 🌞 shine!
Gates open at 6:00PM.

🎟 All American Hauling Will call is located at the entrance to the right of the ValleyStar Credit Union box office.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 12 and under are free in Willscot
  - **Venue**: 9 Old Whitmore Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016
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- **Event Name**: Wynton Marsalis
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Wynton Marsalis, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Shaftman Performance Hall at Jefferson Center in Roanoke, VA sets the perfect
  - **Venue**: Shaftman Performance Hall at Jefferson Center
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- **Event Name**: Billy Strings
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Berglund Center
🏠 Address: 710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke, VA 24016
🌆 City: Roanoke
📍 Location: 37.2791, -79.9358🎉 Welcome to Billy Strings, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Berglund Cent
  - **Venue**: Berglund Center
- **Event Name**: Gabby Barrett in Roanoke
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Gabby Barrett Live at Dr Pepper Park on Thursday, April 30, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Gabby Barrett is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like I Hope, The Good O
  - **Venue**: Dr Pepper Park
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- **Event Name**: William Shatner - Screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan at Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at William Shatner - Screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan at Berglund Performing Arts Theatre, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Berglund Perfo
  - **Venue**: Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
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- **Event Name**: William Shatner Live After a Screening of Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at William Shatner Live After a Screening of Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Berglund Performing Arts Theatre in
  - **Venue**: Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Wynton Marsalis at Jefferson Center Foundation - Shaftman Performance Hall
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Wynton Marsalis at Jefferson Center Foundation - Shaftman Performance Hall, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Jefferson Center Foundation - Shaftman Perfor
  - **Venue**: Jefferson Center Foundation - Shaftman Performance Hall
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a6be24b0-28a5-11f1-8836-0b7a2a33d517-rimg-w1200-h747-dcbc7161-gmir.jpg?v=1774482736
- **Event Name**: Galactic Featuring Jelly Joseph
  - **Description**: We booked the funkiest possible way into spring: 
Galactic featuring Jelly Joseph on April 18th in Elmwood Park.

Galactic is one of the most respected and electrifying live acts in American music. Their unmistakable sound blends funk, jazz, rock, hip-hop
  - **Venue**: Elmwood Park--Downtown Roanoke
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** The Wailers (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Exchange Music Hall), R&B Is For Lovers: Dinner in Denim (Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm at One City Plaza Events), Larry Keel Duo Live At Martin's (Fri May 01 2026 at 10:00 pm at ​413 1st St. SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011), 🌸Flower Moon Breathwork & Sound Bath: A Full Moon Spring Rebirth Ritual With Tanvi Patil (Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm at 401 Highland Avenue, SE, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24013), Community School's 46th Annual Strawberry Festival (Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am at Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Community School's 46th Annual Strawberry Festival (Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am at Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Roanoke on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Roanoke include The Exchange Music Hall, One City Plaza Events, ​413 1st St. SW, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Roanoke include Ticket Network Events, The Humble Hustle Company, Inc., Martin's Downtown.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Roanoke.

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