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.

Have a Happening? Does your business want to sponsor a newsletter? Reach out to us at news@roanokerambler.com with “Happening” in the subject line. Have fun!

Ongoing

• Friday, Sept. 29 through Oct. 29 — Blue Ridge Nightmares presented by Center in the Square at the Center on 9th (1910 9th St. SE, Roanoke). Immerse yourself in this uniquely terrifying theatrical experience featuring some of Roanoke's most iconic landmarks pulled from the history books. Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• Friday, Sept. 29 through Oct. 29 — Sinkland Farms 32nd Annual Pumpkin Festival (3060 Riner Rd., Christiansburg). Each weekend is jam-packed with activities, live music, food, and fun for the whole family. Hayrides to the pumpkin patch, make your way through a 5 acre corn maze, and visit with Sinkland's farm animals. Find more information, including specific dates and times, at this link. ($)
• Friday, September 29 through October 29 — Jeter Farm Fall Festival & Country Store (181 Blue Ridge Blvd., Roanoke). Features a corn maze, farm animals, produce, and crafts. Find more information, including specific dates and times, at this link. ($)
• Through Saturday, Sept. 30 — Artist in Residence Thiago Valdi will be painting a mural on the side of  the Wilson Hughes Gallery building (117 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). The mural reveal will take place from 6-8 p.m. on September 30. This event is hosted by Roanoke Valley Sister Cities International (RVSCI) & Olin Hall Galleries/Joanne Leonhardt Cassullo Center for the Arts. Find more information at this link.
• Through Oct. 1 — “Brightstar” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre (1 Market Sq. SE, Roanoke). Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. Find more information including dates and times, and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Through Oct. 8 — “Something Rotten” presented by Showtimers (2067 McVitty Rd., Roanoke). In 1595 London, the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, are trying to find success by writing plays. No matter how hard they try, they’re always upstaged by the rock star playwright of the Renaissance, that odious and pompous fellow, William Shakespeare. Find more information, including dates and times, and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Oct. 3 through Oct. 29 — “Stellaluna” presented by Mill Mountain Theatre at various locations throughout the Roanoke Valley. Find more information including specific dates, locations, and times at this link.
• Through Nov. 4 — Terror Manor 2023 (805 Norfolk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information, including dates and times, and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Through Dec. 2 — “ULTRAVIOLET, A Life of Purpose” by Simone Paterson at Olin Galleries at Roanoke College  (240 High St., Salem). Find more information at this link.
• Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays — Star City Cruise E-Bike Tour presented by Roanoke Mountain Adventures (806 Wasena Ave., Roanoke). This 13 mile tour will highlight tons of cool Roanoke sights and shops. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)

Upcoming

• Oct. 5 through Oct. 7 — Ghost Walk at The Salem Museum. Tour the historic graveyard and meet notable characters from Salem’s past. These walking tours are family-friendly, fun and informative, but not scary. Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• Oct. 6 — Art opening: “Art About You” by Dan Kuehl from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Alexander/Heath Contemporary Gallery (109 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• Oct. 8 — 90s House Party Drag Brunch presented by The Roanoke Royals at Well Hung Vineyard (402 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Visit this link for specific times and to purchase your tickets. ($)

Wednesday, September 27

• 11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Williamson Road Branch Public Library (3837 Williamson Rd. NW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
• 1 p.m. — Hotel Roanoke Conference Center commission meeting at Hotel Roanoke (110 Shenandoah Ave. NW, Roanoke).
• 5 to 8 p.m. — Oktoberfest: A Midweek Market Celebration at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. — Yoga at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). For more information and to register in advance, visit www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar or contact info@taubmanmuseum.org or (540) 342-5760. ($)
• 6:30 p.m. — Open Mic Comedy Night with The Comedy Lab at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 7:30 p.m. (Doors open at 7) — Live music: Lucy the Spy, cul-de-sac, & Sorry Eric at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Ben Trout Band at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413  St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Thursday, September 28

• 4 to 7 p.m. — Gaymer Night at the Roanoke Diversity Center (425 Campbell Ave. SW, Roanoke). Young adults are invited to hang out, watch the latest music videos, play board games, chat, and mingle. Bring your controllers and play your friends with the Nintendo Switch on the big screen, start an RPG, or play card games and board games. Visit this link for more details.
• 5 to 6:30 p.m. — Lecture: “Machine Learning and Human Thought — A Modern Frontier” with Read Montague at the Fralin Biomedical Research Center at VTC (2 Riverside Cir., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.
• 5 to 11 p.m. — Karaoke Night at The Front Row (356 Salem Ave., Roanoke).
• 5:30 p.m. — Roanoke City Youth Athletics Review Board meeting at the Noel C. Taylor municipal building (215 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Party in Elmwood presented by Delta Dental featuring The Kings. The featured food truck will be Schult’s Dogs. Visit this link for more information. ($)
• 6 p.m. — Artist talk: Gina Louthian-Stanley at Hollins University’s Eleanor D. Wilson Museum (8009 Fishburn Dr., Roanoke).
• 6 to 8 p.m. — College Application Workshop at the Roanoke Higher Education Center, room 408 (108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke). Geared toward high school juniors and seniors, this workshop will include explanations of the type of information relevant to the college application process and a timeline of application procedures. The workshop will also introduce students to Common App, a tool that helps students apply to college and has access to over 1,000 colleges and universities worldwide. For more information, visit this link.
• 8:30 p.m. to midnight — Line Dancing at Sidewinders Saloon (16 W. Campbell Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
• 6 to 7:30 p.m. — Fall Harvest Festival presented by Carilion Clinic as part of their Community Night series at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). This SE Roanoke event focuses on celebrating mental health and well-being. There will be free food, music, family friendly activities and games, and performances from local organizations. Find more information and register at this link.
• 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — Live music: G. Love & Special Sauce at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7 to 10 p.m. — Karaoke at 2 Chill Restaurant (312 2nd St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Pierce Edens at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413  St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Friday, September 29

• 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. — Free Yoga for the People at the main Roanoke Public Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke.) More information can be found at this link.
• 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Historic Homes Tour presented by The Salem Museum, departing from 801 E. Main St., Salem. This bus tour will stop at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest and renowned poet Anne Spencer’s home in Lynchburg. Pre-registration is required. To register, call 540-389-6760 or email frances@salemmuseum.org. For more information, visit this link. ($)
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Ragdolls: The Ultimate All-Female Aerosmith Tribute Band at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges (9 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 6 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30) — Grandin Chillage in the parking lot behind the CoLab (1327 Grandin Rd, Roanoke). Enter through the Pinnacle Bank drive through. Live music from Charissa Joy and the High Frequency, food from Lazy Bulldog & Munch Dogs, Two Roosters, and Sweet Surrender Ice Cream Company, adult beverages, and family entertainment. Visit this link for more information. ($)
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Eric Wayne Duo at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage (6 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke).
• 6:30 p.m. — Women’s Bathroom Bash at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). Ladies and closed-toed shoes only at the first ever BathroomBash at the Spot on Kirk. Take off the mask, shed the armor, and entitle yourself to a night out where you don’t have to wonder if someone brushed up against you by accident. The venue asks that participants bring a non-perishable item or toiletry for donation to Roanoke area women’s shelters. Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 6:30 p.m. — Live music: Travis Reigh at Twin Creeks Brewing Company (111 S. Pollard St., Vinton).
• 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Abigayle Kompst at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Newsboys: Let the Music Speak Tour at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 8 to 11 p.m. — Fiesta Fridays Social at Inka Grille (611 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). The evening starts with a dance lesson, with a dance party after. Find more information at this link. ($)
• 8 to 11 p.m. — Bare Knuckle Fighting Championships at the Salem Civic Center ((1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 8 p.m. — Live music: Lee Fields at the Jefferson Center’s Shaftman Performance Hall (541 Luck Ave., Roanoke). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Brian Rigby Band at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link. ($)

Saturday, September 30

• 8 a.m. — Take the Hill 5k and Kids Fun Run at North Cross School (4254 Colonial Ave., Roanoke). Find more information and register at this link. ($)
• 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. — Star City StrongFest presented by Star City Strongman, the Partnership for Community Wellness, and The Noke Training center at Elmwood Park (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). The wellness festival will feature community partners such as Herren Project, Rescue Mission, Tudor House and Wellness Wagon, as well as businesses like Hoss Wear, Serious Steel Fitness, Dorsett Wellness, Empower Chiropractic and Roanoke Harley-Davidson. There will also be a strongman demonstration by the Professional Strongman League, which will hold its u90kg world championship at the event. Find more information at this link.
• 9 a.m. to noon — Walk to End Alzheimer’s starting at Wasena Park (1001 Winchester Ave SW, Roanoke). Find more information and register at this link. ($)
• 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — 2023 Cahas Mountain Hike presented by the Blue Ridge Land Conservancy (Franklin County, register for specific location). This is a guided hike. RSVP by emailing Tina or calling 540-985-0000 x 3
• 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. — But First, Coffee Ride starting at Cardinal Bicycle’s Grandin Village Location (1312 Winbourne St., Roanoke). This is a no-drop ride, but cyclists should be able to maintain a speed of 15 mph.
• 10 to 11:30 a.m. — Downtown Roanoke Architectural Tour presented by the Historical Society of Western Virginia starting at the O. Winston Link Museum (101 Shenandoah Ave. NW, Roanoke). The tour, led by historian Kelly Robertson, will illuminate the history of Roanoke's downtown as it grew and the architectural changes that resulted from that growth. For more information, visit this link. Preregistration is required. Call 540-982-5465 or email (info@vahistorymuseum.org) to reserve your spot on the tour. ($)
• 11 a.m. — Downtown Roanoke food and cultural tour, starting at The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (110 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). For tickets and information, visit this link. ($)
• Noon to 3 p.m. — Local Colors Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at John Nolen Plaza (26 Salem Ave NE and Market Street between Salem Ave. and Norfolk Ave.) Features a stage program of dance, music, poetry, and storytelling that honors Latin American cultures, along with vendor booths of cuisine, artisan crafts, cultural displays, Latino-owned businesses and community services that represent the Latino community. For more information, visit this link.
• 1 to 2 p.m. — Fall Sound Bowl Concert in the Barn at Southlake Spa & Salt Room (135 David Ln., Union Hall). Sound therapist Carrie Morgan will bless the barn with the resonating sounds and synergistic harmonies of crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, gongs, koshi chimes and more. A deeply immersive, full body listening experience inviting deep rest and relaxation. Find more information and reserve your place at this link. ($)
• 2 to 4 p.m. — Artist event: Embroidery Illustration with Busted Possum Threads featuring artist Lena Loshonkoh at Art on 1st (300 1st St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 2 to 5 p.m. — Pints for Preservation pub crawl and scavenger hunt starting at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (110 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). Compete for prizes by completing a fun 1970s history-themed scavenger hunt featuring questions about people and places important to Roanoke’s past. Teams are encouraged to “dress their decade” and will get extra points for wearing costumes. For more information, visit this link. ($)
• 3 to 8 p.m. — Live music: A Hispanic Heritage Month concert featuring Solazo and Music Road Co. presented by Festival Virginia and the Latinas Network at the Roanoke City Market Building (32 Market Sq. SE, Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.
• 3 to 10 p.m. — 150Fest in downtown Rocky Mount (445 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). Find more information at this link.
• 6 p.m. — Live music: Kidd G — Anywhere But Home Tour at Dr. Pepper Park at the Bridges (9 Old Whitmore Ave., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Inaugural Roanoke Roper Romp at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Channel your inner Helen, Stanley, Mr. Furley, Chrissy, Jack or Janet, and head on down to our own Regal Beagle for the night - the always fabulous Golden Cactus Brewing. Dressing in costume is encouraged. For more information, visit this link.
• 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Becki & The Boom Booms at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
• 7 p.m. — John Crist: Emotional Support Tour at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 10 p.m. — Live music: Gasoline Alley 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 Star City Soul Club at Sidecar (411 1st St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.

Sunday, October 1

• 2 p.m. (Gates open at 1) — Carilion Clinic vs. Lewis Gale Charity Softball Game at the Salem Red Sox Stadium (1004 Texas St., Salem). Physicians, nurses and administrators will suit up for each hospital during the nine-inning contest. Proceeds from the game will benefit the American Heart Association. Find more information at this link. ($)
• 2 to 5 p.m. — Live music: Star City Céilí Band at Twin Creeks Brewing Company (111 S. Pollard St., Vinton). Features traditional Irish music.

Monday, October 2

• 11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Gainsboro Branch Public Library (15 Patton Ave. NW, Roanoke).
• 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Free Yoga for the People at the main Roanoke Public Library (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke.) More information can be found at this link.
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Golden Cactus Pub Run starting at Golden Cactus Brewing (214 5th St. SW, Roanoke). Find more information at this link.
• 6 to 9 p.m. — Live music: Irish Jam Band at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).

Tuesday, October 3

• 4 to 8 p.m. — Happy Hour for All at A Few Old Goats Brewing (515 8th St. SW, Roanoke). Features a safe and inclusive space for all people to get together. Visit this link for more details.
• 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. — L’Eroica (Roanoke’s Friendliest Group Road Ride) starting at Cardinal Bicycle’s Grandin Village Location (1312 Winbourne St., Roanoke). All levels of cyclists are welcome. Visit this link for more information.
• 6 p.m. — Fleet Feet Pub Run & Walk at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). 1, 3, and 5 mile routes are available. Check in at the Fleet Feet tent when you arrive. Visit this link for more details.
• 6 p.m. — Tales & Ales Adoption Event presented by Fleet Feet and Angels of Assisi at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke). Meet your new fur-ever friend. Find more information and fill out adoption paperwork in advance at this link.
• 6:20 p.m. — Pub Run presented by The Original Pub Run starting at The Village Grill (1802 Memorial Ave., Roanoke). Meet, run/jog/walk, then drink and eat. Find more information at this link.
• 7 to 9 p.m. — Lecture: “Achieving Olympic Gold: The Kristin Armstrong Story of Commitment, Perseverance, and Transcendence” at Roanoke College’s Cregger Center Arena (287 High St., Salem). Find more information at this link.
• 8 p.m. — RuPaul’s Drag Race: Night of the Living Drag at the Berglund Performing Arts Theatre (710 Williamson Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 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: JSB Variety Show at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.

Wednesday, October 4

• 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Women Impact Virginia Summit presented by Virginia Tech’s Department of Outreach & International Affairs at the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (110 Shenandoah Ave. NE, Roanoke). Features a range of women speakers sharing stories of personal success and struggle along with tips and tools for building confidence and influence at work. Attendees should expect to learn about ways leadership impacts the larger collective, effective communication strategies, how to better address work/life balance, the changing landscape, and transferable skills that can help in any challenge. For tickets and information and to register, visit this link. ($)
• 11 a.m. — Henrietta Lacks Statue Unveiling at Henrietta Lacks Plaza (410 3rd St. SW, Roanoke).
• 11 a.m. to noon — Zumba with Andrea Burney at the Williamson Road Branch Public Library (3837 Williamson Rd. NW, Roanoke). Visit this link for more information.
• 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. — Yoga at the Taubman Museum of Art (110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke). For more information and to register in advance, visit www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar or contact info@taubmanmuseum.org or (540) 342-5760. ($)
• 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6) — Live music: The Jared Stout band with Corey Hunley at the Grandin Theatre (1310 Grandin Rd., Roanoke). Find more information and purchase your tickets at this link. ($)
• 7 p.m. — Live music: Shovels & Rope at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake (301 Ivy Ln., Union Hall). Visit this link for more information and to purchase tickets. ($)
• 10 p.m. — Karaoke Night at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413  St., Roanoke). For more information, visit this link.