# Events & Things To Do In Roanoke on 23rd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Roanoke on 23rd 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 23rd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Roanoke

- **Event Name**: Hairball at Dr Pepper Park
  - **Description**: Cundiff Heating & Cooling Flashback 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 a
  - **Interested Audience**:
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/hairball-at-dr-pepper-park/200029207057327
  - **Venue**: 9 Old Whitmore Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, workshops, kids, parties, dog
- **Event Name**: Annual community cookout
  - **Description**: THE HOPE CENTER OF 11TH STREET ANNUAL COMMUNITY COOKOUT

We’re excited to invite the entire community out for a fun-filled day of food, music, and family.

📅 Date: May 23rd, 2026
⏰ Time: 1PM – 4PM
📍 Location: 510 11th Street

This is more than just a cook
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  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/annual-community-cookout/200029863853112
  - **Venue**: 510 11th street  Roanoke Va 24017
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  - **Categories**: kids
- **Event Name**: Keystone Community Center 5K      May 23, 2025   8:30am
  - **Description**: Two options this year!
Live Race: May 23, 2026 at 8:30 AM. We will hold a live race this year. More up-to-date instructions will be forthcoming closer to race day to make sure everyone is safe. First second and third place awards will be given out for the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 30
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 08:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/keystone-community-center-5k-may-23-2025-8-30am/200029681707136
  - **Venue**: Fallon Park Roanoke, VA
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  - **Categories**: sports, virtual-run, marathons
- **Event Name**: Art + Architecture Walking Tour: Both Sides of the Track
  - **Description**: Discover the hidden treasures Downtown Roanoke holds with its unique sampling of art and architecture!

You’re guaranteed to learn something as well as simply better appreciate the various artistic and architectural examples covered on this mile-long tour
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/art-architecture-walking-tour-both-sides-of-the-track/200029886866409
  - **Venue**: 110 Salem Avenue, SE, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Spring Blooms Hike Series: Happy Hollow Gardens
  - **Description**: Experience the magic of spring in the Roanoke Valley with our Spring Bloom Hike Series. This three-hike series invites participants to explore a variety of local trails, each offering its own blend of fresh foliage, wildflowers, and scenic mountain views.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 545
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/spring-blooms-hike-series-happy-hollow-gardens/200029690898610
  - **Venue**: 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: SupaFly Five Live @ The Coffee Pot
  - **Description**: Hope to see everyone out!!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 52
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 12:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/supafly-five-live-the-coffee-pot/200029735157706
  - **Venue**: The Coffee Pot Roadhouse
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- **Event Name**: Down From Cahas
  - **Description**: Join us as we welcome Down from Cahas to the Hole!
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/down-from-cahas/200029890729906
  - **Venue**: 7226 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA
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- **Event Name**: Luna Midwifery Community Potluck
  - **Description**: A potluck picnic for any Roanoke area families who have had  or are interested in midwifery care, homebirth, or birth center birth.About this Eventif your last name starts with A-M, please bring a main dish to share. If y
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/luna-midwifery-community-potluck/100001985644179192
  - **Venue**: Fishburn Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: food-drinks, 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**: 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**: 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**: 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
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- **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:** Hairball at Dr Pepper Park (Sat May 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at 9 Old Whitmore Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016), Annual community cookout (Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm at 510 11th street  Roanoke Va 24017), Keystone Community Center 5K      May 23, 2025   8:30am (Sat May 23 2026 at 08:30 am at Fallon Park Roanoke, VA), Art + Architecture Walking Tour: Both Sides of the Track (Sat May 23 2026 at 01:00 pm at 110 Salem Avenue, SE, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24011), Spring Blooms Hike Series: Happy Hollow Gardens (Sat May 23 2026 at 09:00 am at 1802 Courtland Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012-4708, United States).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Luna Midwifery Community Potluck (Sat May 23 2026 at 11:00 am at Fishburn Park).
- **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 9 Old Whitmore Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States, Virginia 24016, 510 11th street  Roanoke Va 24017, Fallon Park Roanoke, VA.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Roanoke include Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges, The Hope Center Of 11Th Street, Keystone Community Center 5K Race/Fun Walk.
- **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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