Happenings: The Only Roanoke Events Calendar You’ll Ever Need. Week of 6/5 to 6/12.

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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

Friday, 6/7 to Saturday, 6/8 — When We Went In: The D-Day Experience in Light and Sound at the National D-Day Memorial (3 Overlord Circle, Bedford). Showing at 7:30 p.m. each evening, this is a multi-media sensory display of light, imagery and sound created exclusively for the National D-Day Memorial by the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT) at Virginia Tech. Find more information at this link. ($)
Friday, 6/7 to Sunday, 6/9 — Body, Mind, Spirit Fest at Unity of Roanoke Valley (3300 Green Ridge Rd., Roanoke). Featuring intuitive readers, jewelry, artwork, energy healers, astrologers, Reiki, sound healers, essential oils, a drum circle, guided labyrinth walks, cacao ceremony, Qigong demo, kirtan, and so much more. Find more information at this link. Tickets sold at the door. ($)
Saturday, 6/8 to Sunday, 6/9 — “Alice in Wonderland” presented by Roanoke Ballet Theatre and The PB&J Theatre Co. at the Jefferson Center’s Shaftman Performance Hall (541 Luck Ave., Roanoke). This family-friendly ballet showcases charming characters as they embark on a fantastic journey. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
Saturday, 6/8 to Sunday 6/9 — Cat Fanciers Association All Breed Cat Show presented by Star City/ Central Carolina Cat Fanciers at Berglund Hall (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)

Wednesday, June 5

2 to 3:30 p.m. — Creative Expressions for Recovery presented by Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach at On Our Own (429 Elm Ave., Roanoke). Express yourself through art in these free guided workshops designed for adults 18+ who are working to recover from mental health or substance abuse struggles. Occurring Wednesdays through July 10. Find more information and hold your place at this link.
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: 3 Eyed Tiger at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
6:30 to 9 p.m. — Open Mic Comedy Night with the Comedy Lab at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). Everyone is welcome to perform or spectate. Sign-ups start at 6:30, and the mic runs from 7 to 9 p.m.
7:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Down East Wood Ducks (Bark in the Park) at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1001 Texas St., Salem). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
7:30 p.m. — Opening night: “Cabaret” at Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). Daring and exuberantly entertaining, ‘Cabaret’ immerses you in the lively yet dark world of 1920s Berlin as it transitions toward the Third Reich. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
9:30 p.m. — Karaoke Night at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Thursday, June 6

11 a.m. — 80th Anniversary of D-Day Commemoration at the National D-Day Memorial (3 Overlord Circle, Bedford). Find more information at this link.
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Father Sun at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: The Embers featuring Craig Woolard presented by Delta Dental’s Party in Elmwood at Elmwood Park (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). This week’s food vendor is Mountain Grille. Lawn chairs are welcome. No outside food, drink or coolers. Kids under 12 are free. Visit this link for more information. ($)
6 to 8 p.m. — Orvis Fly Tying Night at Three Notch’d Brewing (24 Campbell Ave. SE, Roanoke). Bring your own vise, materials, and tie whatever you want. If you don’t tie yet, feel free to just come hang and watch! If you need to borrow tools or a vise, stop by the shop a few minutes before 6 pm and we will get you set up. View additional dates at this link.
6 to 8 p.m. — Live music: Charissa Joy and Dan Dill at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
6 to 7:30 p.m. — Community Night: Backyard Beekeeping with SE resident and farm neighbor Erik Evans presented by Carilion Clinic at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). Yoga and kids activities begin at 6 p.m., with the workshop to follow at 6:45. Community nights are free and open to all ages. Visit this link for more information and to RSVP.
6:15 to 6:45 p.m. — Bedford Boys Tribute Center Ceremony & Courthouse Bell Ringing on the West Lawn of the Bedford County Courthouse (123 E. Main St., Bedford). Find more information about the 70th anniversary of this solemn ceremony at this link.
7:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Down East Wood Ducks at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1001 Texas St., Salem). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
8 p.m. — Live music: Illiterate Light and Mo Lowda & The Humble at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
9 p.m. — Karaoke night at Fork in the Market (32 Market Sq., Roanoke).
9:30 p.m. — Live music: GOTE at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Friday, June 7

5 p.m. — Art opening: “Place” at Art on 1st (300 1st St., Roanoke). Through a diverse array of media and techniques, this exhibition offers a window into the varying landscapes of human experience—both real and imagined. Open through June 28. Visit this link for more information.
5 p.m. — Live music: On the Border Eagles Tribute presented by First Fridays at Five, Inc. (Downtown Roanoke, Franklin Road between S. Jefferson St. and Williamson Rd.). This week’s benefiting nonprofits include CHIP of the Roanoke Valley, Healing Strides and Troutville Volunteer Fire Department. This is a 21+ event. For more information, visit this link. ($)
5 to 9 p.m. — Late Nights: Meet the Artists – All She Surveys exhibit at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Meet several of the talented artists who have pieces in the All She Surveys exhibit to learn more about their inspirations, artwork, and careers – they’ll be on hand in the galleries from 6:30-7:30 pm to discuss their work and answer questions. The exhibition highlights 16 mid- to late-career women artists based in Roanoke or a contiguous county. Find more information at this link.
5 to 9 p.m. — Art opening: “Manufactured: An Exploration of the Modern Landscape” by contemporary artists David Christian Rehor and Amy McCuen Rehor at Alexander/Heath Contemporary (109 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
5 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Phlegar Hill Band presented by Salem After Five at the Salem Farmers Market (3 East Main St., Salem). Bring a chair and blanket while enjoying brews and local food. Under 12 admitted free. Find more information at this link. ($)
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Charissa Joy & The High Frequency at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Jake Retting at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: John Tyler Wiley & His Virginia Choir at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
7 p.m. — Stand-up: Brad Williams with J.B. Ball at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
7:05 p.m. (100 Heroes Parade at 6:15 p.m.) — Salem Red Sox vs. Down East Wood Ducks at Salem Memorial Ballpark – United Way of the Roanoke Valley + PBS Kids Night (1001 Texas St., Salem). Help United Way of Roanoke Valley pack the park for a night of baseball and family-friendly fun featuring your favorite PBS Kids characters. 50% of proceeds will be donated to United Way of Roanoke Valley to support their work for local families living paycheck to paycheck. Visit this link to purchase tickets.
7:30 p.m. (Gates open at 7) — Live music: Watchhouse at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake (301 Ivy Ln., Union Hall).Purchase tickets at this link. ($)
9 p.m. — Karaoke night at Fork in the Market (32 Market Sq., Roanoke).
10 p.m. — Live music: Mojohand at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)

Saturday, June 8

8 a.m. — 20K for the Greenway starting at Cardinal Bicycle’s Grandin Village location (1312 Winbourne St. SW, Roanoke). a family-friendly, untimed, non-competitive bike ride on the Roanoke River Greenway, designed for all ages to celebrate our greenway system. This event is a fundraiser for Roanoke Parks Foundation, Pathfinders for Greenways, and PedalSafe Roanoke. New this year– a 20K and 20 mile route. Find more information and register at this link. ($)
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — BOCO Wild at Buchanan Town Park (485 Lowe St., Buchanan). Includes fishing instruction, wildlife education, hunting safety, hiking, river activities, boating education, and more. Find more information at this link.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Motherhood in Bloom: 2024 Women’s Resource Summit presented by Huddle Up Moms at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (2 Riverside Cir., Roanoke). This one-day event is a blend of insightful talks, interactive activities, and inspiring moments that honor the unique role we play in shaping our community and our world. Limited childcare available and catered lunch at no cost. Find more information at this link.
10 a.m. — Special showing: “The Wizard of Oz” as part of the classic film series at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke).
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Downtown Roanoke Architectural History Tour led by historian Kelly Robertson presented by the Historical Society of Western Virginia starting at the O. Winston Link Museum (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). The 1.4 mile walk will illuminate the architectural changes that resulted from downtown Roanoke’s growth. Find more information at this link. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Call 540-982-5465 or email info@vahistorymuseum.org to reserve your spot on the tour.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Summer of Support Resource Fair presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at Wasena Park (1001 Winchester Ave., Roanoke). A day for the family to come out, have fun, get free food and learn about the amazing organizations providing mental health resources to the Roanoke Valley. We will have bounce houses, face painting, food, giveaways and more. Visit this link for more information.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Remembering D-Day at the Salem Museum & Historical Society (801 East Main St., Salem). The 24th Virginia Infantry Living Historians will be on hand at the Salem Museum, in uniform, with an extensive collection of military equipment from D-Day and World War Two. The display will include weapons, personal possessions, souvenirs, and captured war trophies brought back by the victorious troops. Find more information at this link.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Saturdays on the Lawn at Two and a Half Sisters (1405 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Shop with multiple vendors. Find more information at this link.
Noon to 10 p.m. — Live music: Twisted Track Brewpub Rock Fest at Twisted Track Brewpub (523 Shenandoah Ave. NW, Roanoke). Three bands will provide music all day. Find more information at this link. ($)
1:30 to 4:30 p.m. — Live music: Dan Carrell at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
5 p.m. — The Big Run presented by Fleet Feet at Fallon Park (2116 Dale Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to register. ($)
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: The Kind at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
6 p.m. (Gates open at 5) — Live music: Phat Laces presented by 5PTS Outdoors at The Dog Bowl at Black Dog Salvage (902 13th St. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
6:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Down East Wood Ducks at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1001 Texas St., Salem). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: The Jive Exchange at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
7 p.m. — Live music: The Raleigh Ringers at Grandin Court Baptist Church (2660 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke). An internationally acclaimed handbell choir that has been dazzling audiences with their unique interpretations of sacred, secular and popular music, including the rock 'n' roll tunes that the group has become noted for, along with original compositions. Find more information at this link. ($)
8 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30) — Live music: Kassi Valazza with Sequoia at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
8 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Ben Folds at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
10 p.m. — Live music: Glam’r Kitti 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.

Sunday, June 9

10 a.m. and 2 p.m. — Pride Drag Brunch featuring The Roanoke Royals at Well Hung Vineyard (402 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
11 a.m. to noon — Yoga at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem). ($)
1 to 4 p.m. — Live music: The Jive Exchange at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
3:05 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Down East Wood Ducks at Salem Memorial Ballpark (1001 Texas St., Salem). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
4 to 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Sean K. Preston at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
5 p.m. — Pride Drag Dinner featuring The Roanoke Royals at Well Hung Vineyard (402 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
5 to 8 p.m. Live music: Virginia Electric at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
8 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Robert Earl Keen at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)

Monday, June 10

1:30 p.m. — Roanoke City Planning Commission in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. — Latin Dance Class with Salsa Noke at the Roanoke City Main Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Learn a different dance style each week. This week, participants will learn Salsa. Recurring through July 15. Find more information at this link.
7 p.m. — Star City Secret Cinema at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). What's the film? You won't know until you take your seat and the lights go down. Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)

Tuesday, June 11

6 p.m. — Special showing: “Being Thunder” in recognition of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke), to be followed by “Monica.” Find more information at this link.
6:30 p.m. — Roanoke City School Board at William Fleming High School (3649 Ferncliff Ave. NW, Roanoke).
8 p.m. — Special showing: “Monica” in recognition of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
9 p.m. — Karaoke night at Fork in the Market (32 Market Sq., Roanoke).
10 p.m. — Live music: Christian Q. & Co. at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. Purchase tickets here.

Wednesday, June 12

10 to 11 a.m. — Cupcakes with City Employees: Doug Jackson, Roanoke’s Arts and Culture Coordinator at the Roanoke City Main Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Learn more about the work Doug does supporting Roanoke's vibrant art scene.
Noon — 2024 LeadHERship Series: Women, Wealth and Wisdom with Erin Mills & Ashley Mills presented by the Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce at the South County Library (6303 Merriman Rd., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to register. ($)
1 p.m. — Board of Zoning Appeals meeting in city council chambers at the Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
2 to 3:30 p.m. — Creative Expressions for Recovery presented by Carilion Clinic Community Health and Outreach at On Our Own (429 Elm Ave., Roanoke). Express yourself through art in these free guided workshops designed for adults 18+ who are working to recover from mental health or substance abuse struggles. Occurring Wednesdays through July 10. Find more information and hold your place at this link.
5 to 8 p.m. — Pride Mid-Week Market at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 Fifth St., Roanoke).
5:30 p.m. — Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates at the Melrose Library STEAM Lab (2502 Melrose Ave. NW, Roanoke).
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Live music: Abbey & Andy at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
7 p.m. — Hoot and Holler: Animal Kingdom at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd. SW, Roanoke). (Sold out show). Find more information and join a waitlist for tickets at this link. ($)
7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Live music: Abby Hamilton with Ella Folk at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
9:30 p.m. — Reggae Night hosted by The Ambassador at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Ongoing

June 7 through 28 — “Place” at Art on 1st (300 1st St., Roanoke). Through a diverse array of media and techniques, this exhibition offers a window into the varying landscapes of human experience—both real and imagined. Open through June 28. Visit this link for more information.
June 7 through 28 — “Manufactured: An Exploration of the Modern Landscape” by contemporary artists David Christian Rehor and Amy McCuen Rehor at Alexander/Heath Contemporary (109 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
June 9 through June 13 — Tinker Mountain Writers Workshop at Hollins University (7916 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Intimate and inspiring workshops encourage participants to fuel their passion and transform their writing. Both virtual and in-person options allow you to participate and learn in the format that works best for you. Visit this link for more information and to register. ($)
Through July 23 — “Cabaret” at Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq., Roanoke). Daring and exuberantly entertaining, ‘Cabaret’ immerses you in the lively yet dark world of 1920s Berlin as it transitions toward the Third Reich. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
Through July 28 — All She Surveys exhibit at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Highlights 16 mid- to late-career women artists based in Roanoke or a contiguous county. This intimate group exhibition gives a taste of the work these artists have made and are creating. Find more information at this link.
Through August 25 — Rimer Cardillo exhibit at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). Through graphic work, sculptural objects, and large-scale installations, Cardillo presents viewers with his searching inquiry into relations across national borders and his rigorous investigation of continuities between historical epochs. Find more information at this link.
Saturdays through December 28 — Downtown Roanoke Food & Cultural Tour starting at 11:15 a.m. from Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke). A walking tour that connects Roanoke's local food scene with the city's colorful history. Visit six food-tasting locations within the historic and vibrant downtown historic district. Delicious samplings, enough for a hearty meal for most, are served from locally-owned eateries at iconic historic locations. Find more information and reserve your spot at this link.