Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 3/20 to 3/27.

We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. Want to know when the next City Council meeting takes place? Curious about what there’s to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. We encourage folks to contact the venue directly to learn of any last minute changes or cancellations.

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This Weekend

• Thursday 3/21 through Saturday 3/23 — Live music: Spafford at 5 Points Music Sanctuary (1217 Maple Ave. SW., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• Through Saturday 3/24 — “Nunsensations” presented by Attic Productions (7490 Roanoke Rd., Fincastle). The Nunsense Vegas Revue takes the sisters on a brand-new adventure. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)

Wednesday, March 20

• Noon to 1:30 p.m. — Empower Leadership: Breaking Barriers, Cultivating Confidence with Katie Beach presented by the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber as part of their 2024 LeadHERship Series at Humana (4365 Starkey Rd., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to register. ($)
• 1 p.m. — Hotel Roanoke Conference Center Commission meeting at Hotel Roanoke’s Jefferson Boardroom of the Conference Center of Roanoke (106 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). 
• 4:30 p.m. — Networking: “From Problem to Prototype” with speaker Dr. Umar Sofi at Beer & Biotech presented by EOS Worldwide and the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). Dr. Sofi is creating a smart, patient-responsive high-flow oxygen delivery system. Find more information and register at this link. 
• 5:15 p.m. — Grandin Plawkers starting at Taaza Indian Cuisine (1910 Memorial Ave. SW, Roanoke). Meet Roanoke neighbors, take a walk, and collect a bit of litter along the way. 
• 6 to 9 p.m. — In Your Neighborhood: A Mister Rogers Birthday Celebration presented by War on Books, Write To Your Mom, The Roanoke Rambler and more at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Featuring a neighborhood birthday celebration and market with some of the people in your neighborhood: Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood-inspired books, art, vintage sweaters and gifts, along with live puppets, face-painting, music, and more. Find more information at this link. 
• 7 p.m. — Dance Español presented by Southwest Virginia Ballet at the Berglund Center Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). Features a free dance performance by local 4th-grade students from Roanoke City Schools. For tickets and information, visit this link. 
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Tim Martin and Brian Wheeling at the Brambleton Deli (3655 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). 
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Kyle Kelly at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Thursday, March 21

• 7 p.m. — Live music: Third Thursday Live Jazz Night at the L.H. Hamlar Event Center (4516 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 7 to 10 p.m. — Kizomba Social presented by Kizomba Roanoke at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). Featuring a kizomba basics lesson for newcomers, from 7 to 7:30 p.m. followed by an open dance floor until closing. Dancers can anticipate traditional kizomba, urban kiz, ghetto zouk and other great music. Find more information at this link. 
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Pleasantly Wild at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Friday, March 22

• Noon to 5 p.m. — Medical Student Research Symposium at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (2 Riverside Circle, Roanoke). Students from the Class of 2024 have been working in an incredibly diverse array of areas, ranging from the molecular basis of cancer to device development to next-generation neuroimaging and more. The public is invited to view presentations of the students’ work during this time. 
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Sasha Landon (Palmyra) at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Five Dollar Shake at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7:05 p.m. — Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Quad City Storm at the Berglund Center Coliseum (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Dan Carrell at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 7:30 p.m. — “Resistance and Transcendence: Songs from the Camps” presented by Blacksburg Master Chorale at Blacksburg Presbyterian Church (701 Church St SE, Blacksburg). Under the direction of Larry Wyatt, the Blacksburg Master Chorale will perform three moving musical settings that tell stories from the Holocaust camps, the experiences of Frederick Douglass and John Brown, and a Montana town that stood together in the face of bigotry and racism. The choir is joined by soloists Michael Richardson, baritone; Jason Brown, tenor; Denise Benardini, soprano; and cellist Ben Wyatt. Tickets available at the door or at this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Networking: The Creatives Social Hour at Cirqulation, downstairs in the Aurora Building (110 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). Two artists will be featured at this event, which occurs on the last Friday of every month; these two artists will split 50% of the donations received at the event. Find more information at the social hour, including how to apply for creative community microgrants and volunteer opportunities by visiting this link. ($)
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Butcher Brown with Intercity Sound Ensemble: Mark de Clive-Lowe, Melanie Charles + Shigeto at the Jefferson Center’s Fostek Performance Hall (541 Luck Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Feed the Dog at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)
• 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. — Live music: The Roads Below at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). ($)

Saturday, March 23

• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — K92’s Say Yes to the Dress presented by Blue Eagle Credit Union and VA $2.95 Cleaners at the Berglund Bella Vista Roomr (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). Gently used prom dresses will be available for purchase for $10 each. Proceeds from the dress sales will be donated to The Humble Hustle. Find more information at this link.
• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Roanoke Valley Comicon at Tanglewood Mall (4420 Electric Rd., Roanoke). Features a costume contest, with registration beginning at noon. Find more information at this link. 
• 3 to 7 p.m. — Good Energy Celebration at Screaming Vegan (2715 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke). Features plant-based food, live music, engaging talks, positive vibes, and community connections to kick off spring with good energy. Find more information at this link. 
• 4 p.m. — Warrior Women 2024 Conference presented by Ignition Ministries at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Featuring emcee Taylor Sherrill and guest speakers Kathy Harris, Robin Foutz, and Melissa Gaona, as well as worship music and shopping opportunities. Find more information and purchase your tickets here. ($)
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Ryan Greer Duo at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Virginia Electric at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 
• 7:05 p.m. — Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Quad City Storm at the Berglund Center Coliseum (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Red, White, and Rhapsody in Blue presented by the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Jack Marion at Olde Salem Brewing Company (315 Market St., Roanoke). 
• 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30) — Improv comedy: Big Lick Conspiracy at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link to purchase tickets. ($)
• 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. — Think Pink Dance Party at The Park Dance Club (615 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). Featuring DJ Bobby Hash with today’s hits and throwback music, including plenty of music from Pink, and a themed costume contest. Find more information at this link. 
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Wayne Graham at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.
• 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Vinyl & Vibes with the Star City Soul Club at Sidecar (411 1st St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. — Live music: The Roads Below at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). ($)

Sunday, March 24

• Noon to 4 p.m. — Big Lick Bachata Brunch at the Roanoke City Market Building (101 Market St. SE, Roanoke). Featuring a beginner-friendly dance lesson at noon, DJ Perico and DJ Roberto Puente will then play a mix of salsa, bachata, kizomba, zouk, and merengue until 4 p.m. New, seasoned, solo, and partnered dancers are all welcome. A special menu will be provided by Sticks & Spoons and brunch drinks provided by The Hatch. Ages 10 and up. Find more information at this link. ($)
• 2 p.m. — Live music: Star City Ceili Band in the historic tavern cellar at Twin Creeks Brewpub at Explore Park (1 Old Salem Turnpike Rd., Roanoke). 
• 2 to 4 p.m. — Guitars Under the Star Guitar Pull presented by the 3rd Street Coffeehouse at the Mill Mountain Discovery Center (2019 Prospect Rd. SE, Roanoke). Gather with acoustic instruments in hand and celebrate music together. Originals or cover music is welcome. Find more information at this link.
• 4 to 7 p.m. — Live music: Mike Conner at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 

Monday, March 25

• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Irish Music Session at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 

Tuesday, March 26

• 6 p.m. — “Being John Malkovich” at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke) as part of their Art House Cinema series. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7 p.m. — Live music: REO Speedwagon and Rick Springfield at the Salem Civic Center (1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 7 p.m. — Author event: “Daddy Bear Goes to War” with Mary Page Greene Gwaltney presented by the Historical Society of Western Virginia as part of the Kegley Lecture Series at Christ Lutheran Church (2011 Brandon Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link. ($)
• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Stand-up comedy: The R.E.A.L. Funny at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Open mic starts at 7:30, with the show to follow at 8. Visit this link for more information. No cover charge. Tips and donations appreciated. 
• 8:30 p.m. to midnight — Line Dancing at Sidewinders Saloon – College Night (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information. 
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Charissa Joy Jam at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Wednesday, March 27

• 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Kings Return at the Jefferson Center’s Shaftman Performance Hall (541 Luck Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets for this performance. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Falllift + Liam Pendergrass with special guest Marie-Claire Evans at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. 

Ongoing

• Through March 30 — “Escape to Margaritaville” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). This musical comedy features the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Volcano,” and many more. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Through March 31 — David Ramey: Gainsboro Road and Beyond at the Harrison Museum of African American Culture (1 Market Sq. SE, Roanoke) and the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). On view at each museum are approximately 100 drawings with 75 accompanying stories that record the artist’s youthful memories of Roanoke’s thriving Black communities of Gainsboro and Northeast from the mid-1940s through the late 1960s. Find more information at this link.
• Through March 31 — Alex Foster: Propagated and Rooting at Roanoke College’s Olin Hall Galleries (240 High St., Salem). Through a range of media, including naturally dyed textiles, plants, organic material and technology, viewers are invited to contemplate the interconnectedness of humans and the natural world. Find more information at this link.
• Through March 31 — Jennifer L. Hand: Habitation at Roanoke College’s Olin Hall Galleries (240 High St., Salem). Hand uses “fabric-with-a-history”, donated, found, and inherited, which weaves the greater human community into the work, opening it to the larger habitat that we all share. Find more information at this link.
• Through April 7 — Birds, Beasts, and Roots: A Selection of Works by Joe Kelley at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.