Looking for something to do? Find an event in our comprehensive Happenings.
We scoured 30 disparate community calendars (yes, 30) so you didn’t have to. From live music to theatre, lectures to drag shows, 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, 8/7 to Sunday, 8/10 — “Guys and Dolls” presented by Attic Productions (7490 Roanoke Rd., Fincastle). Set in the colorful world of 1950s New York City, Guys and Dolls is a high-energy musical comedy that follows the unlikely love stories of a slick gambler, a prim missionary, a showgirl dreaming of marriage, and a craps game that just won’t stay underground. ($)
Wednesday, Aug. 6
- 5 to 8 p.m. — Live music: Sideshow Runaways at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
- 6 to 9 p.m. — Jazz Nights hosted by Brian Mesko at Six and Sky Rooftop Grille (1 Market Sq., Roanoke).
- 6:35 p.m. — Salem Red Sox vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers: Bark in the Park at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem).
- 7 to 11 p.m. — Open Mic at The Front Row (356 Salem Ave., Roanoke). Whether you’re a poet, musician, comedian, or just have something to say, this is your chance to shine.
- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Live music:
- at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
- 10 p.m. — Karaoke Night! at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke).
Thursday, Aug. 7
- 4 to 7 p.m. — Gaymer Night at Roanoke Diversity Center (425 Campbell Ave. SW., Roanoke). Hang out with other local young adults in the lounge, watch the latest music videos, play board games, chat and mingle. Bring your controllers and play your friends with our Nintendo Switch or Playstation, or start an RPG, card games and board games.
- 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Small Town Royals at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
- 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Party in Elmwood: Jim Quick and Coastline at Elmwood Park (706 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke). ($)
- 6 to 7:30 p.m. — Community Night: Battling Garden Burnout presented by Carilion Clinic at Morningside Urban Farm (917 Morgan Ave. SE, Roanoke). Yoga, gardening/farming and kids activities kick off at 6 p.m., followed by a workshop at 6:45 p.m.
- 6:35 p.m. — Salem BeerMongers vs. Kannapolis Cannon Ballers at the Salem Memorial Ballpark (1004 Texas St., Salem).
- 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. — Live music: The Ben Trout Trio at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
- 8 to 11 p.m. — Live music: Noah Spencer at Corned Beef & Co. (107 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke).
- 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Latin Night feat. The Latin Side of Terry Brown at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke).
Friday, Aug. 8
- Noon to 7 p.m. — PLAY-palooza at Washington Park (1610 Burrell St. NW, Roanoke). Discover after school care providers, sports clubs, family services, recreation opportunities, and more. Local recreation clubs will provide on-site recreation activities and there will be a bounce house, lawn games, and entertainment by DJ Dink.
- 5 to 9 p.m. — Daleville Summer Concert Series: Southern Accents at Daleville Town Center (90 Town Center St., Daleville). Bring a chair or blanket. No weapons. No outside food/beverage. No pets. ($)
- 6 p.m. — Live music: Friday Food Truck and Tunes at Sweet Donkey (2108 Broadway Ave., Roanoke).
- 6 p.m. — Extra Grandin Chillage in the Grandin Village (enter between Westover and Grandin Ave., Roanoke). Live music from Shorefire, food trucks, adult beverages, and family entertainment. ($)
- 6 to 9 p.m. — Crawford & Power with special guest Will Reid at Parkway Brewing Company (739 Kessler Mill Rd., Salem).
- 6:30 p.m. — Concerts by Canoe: Cory Hunley & Matt Powell at Twin Ridge Recreation Area at Philpott Lake (1052 Twin Ridge Marina Road). Bring your canoe, kayak, SUP, tube or float and paddle your way to a front row seat for this one of a kind event. Music begins at 6:30pm. Arrive early to unload your paddlecraft at the venue’s dual launch ramp. Motor boats use the Salthouse Branch boat launch. Regular fees apply.
- 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Live music: Liv Sloan & the Die Hards at Big Lick Brewing Co. (409 Salem Ave. SW, Roanoke).
- 7 p.m. (Gates open at 6) — Live music: The Legacy Motown Revue at The Coves at Smith Mountain Lake (301 Ivy Ln., Union Hall). ($)
- 7 to 10 p.m. — Mingle at the Market: Five Dollar Shake at the Vinton Farmers Market (204 W. Lee Ave., Vinton).($)
- 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Eli Lev at the 3rd Street Coffee House (305 Mountain Ave. SW, Roanoke).
- 7:30 p.m. — Live music: Maiden & Crow Tattoo Presents: Inimical Drive and Silvertung at The Spot on Kirk (22 Kirk Ave. SW, Roanoke). ($)
- 7:30 to 10 p.m. — Live music: Sky Dolphin Duo at Hanging Rock Tavern (1790 Thompson Memorial Dr., Salem).
- 8 p.m. — Live music: Atlanta Rhythm Section at the Harvester Performance Center (450 Franklin St., Rocky Mount). ($)
- 10 p.m. — Live music: Moonroof with Texting & Driving at Martin’s Downtown Bar and Grill (413 1st St., Roanoke). Purchase tickets here. ($)
Saturday, Aug. 9
8 a.m. — Salem Distance Run ending at Longwood Park (611 E, Main St., Salem). 5k and 10k will begin at 201 E. Main St. in Downtown Salem. The Kids Run will be in Longwood Park…