# Poetry events in Roanoke, Today and Upcoming Poetry events in Roanoke

- **Subtitle**: All Poetry events in Roanoke, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Roanoke like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All Poetry events in Roanoke, Virginia. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Roanoke like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Roanoke

- **Event Name**: Lattes and Lyrics
  - **Description**: Join us on April 17 at Fishburn Mansion for Lyrics & Lattes, an open mic experience presented by Poems and Coffee Studios that brings together poetry, spoken word, and live performance in an intimate, community-centered setting.

This month’s event is
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/lattes-and-lyrics/200029887451420
  - **Venue**: Fishburn Mansion
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, art, music, open-mic, literary-art, performances, spoken-word, storytelling
- **Event Name**: Open Mic and Fundraiser
  - **Description**: An open mic centering women’s experiences inclusive of trans, nonbinary and cis voices. Share your words and bring some undies for those who need them. Bring new underwear of all sizes and types. Snacks and beverages will be donate what you can. 
Donate w
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Apr 15 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/open-mic-and-fundraiser/200029852167027
  - **Venue**: 511 Jefferson St SW, Roanoke, VA
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  - **Categories**: Nonprofit, Art
- **Event Name**: Coffee, Tea, & Poetry
  - **Description**: Join our free club, where local poets will share their work in a safe, judgment-free space. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided.About this EventJoin our free club, where local poets will share their work in a s
  - **Date**: Tue Apr 28 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue Apr 28 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/coffee-tea-and-poetry/100001977721490216
  - **Venue**: Roanoke Higher Education Center
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Art, literary-art
- **Event Name**: Veterans Poetry Workshop
  - **Description**: Vets get to share stories and craft some powerful poetry together, facilitated by two award-winning poets. Free! Starts at 1:45About this EventYour story needs to be told. Poetry may be the best way for you to turn your m
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roanoke/veterans-poetry-workshop/100001986374895785
  - **Venue**: Raleigh Court Branch Library
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops

## 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**: 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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- **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**: 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**: William Shatner - Screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan at Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at William Shatner - Screening of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan at Berglund Performing Arts Theatre, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Berglund Perfo
  - **Venue**: Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
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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**: America's Toughest Road Races
  - **Description**: "World's Toughest Races" - Runner's World
"Best Half Marathon in Virginia" - Half Marathon Guide
"Best Running Event" - Blue Ridge Outdoors

Come for the challenge, stay for the people and the epic weekend of fun. The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon rac
  - **Venue**: Blue Ridge Marathon
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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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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Lattes and Lyrics (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fishburn Mansion), Open Mic and Fundraiser (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:30 pm at 511 Jefferson St SW, Roanoke, VA), Coffee, Tea, & Poetry (Tue Apr 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Roanoke Higher Education Center), Veterans Poetry Workshop (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm at Raleigh Court Branch Library).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Coffee, Tea, & Poetry (Tue Apr 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Roanoke Higher Education Center), Veterans Poetry Workshop (Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm at Raleigh Court Branch Library).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Roanoke today April 15, 2026?
  - **A:** Open Mic and Fundraiser (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:30 pm at 511 Jefferson St SW, Roanoke, VA).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Roanoke this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Lattes and Lyrics (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fishburn Mansion).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Roanoke in April 2026?
  - **A:** Lattes and Lyrics (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fishburn Mansion), Open Mic and Fundraiser (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 06:30 pm at 511 Jefferson St SW, Roanoke, VA), Coffee, Tea, & Poetry (Tue Apr 28 2026 at 06:00 pm at Roanoke Higher Education Center).
- **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 Fishburn Mansion, 511 Jefferson St SW, Roanoke, VA, Roanoke Higher Education Center.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Roanoke?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Roanoke include PLAY Roanoke, Ursula’s Cafe, Roanoke Higher Education Center.
- **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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