Festivals in Roanoke, VA
Join in the Fun at Virginia Area Festivals
From strawberries and peaches to dogs and hogs, Roanoke, VA boasts loads of festivals in and around town. For a terrific day of music, food and entertainment, head to one of these Virginia festivals and soak up some local color. Sheraton Roanoke Hotel is ideally situated within minutes of these celebrations.
Blue Ridge Bike Festival, April
Featuring stunt shows, custom bike contests, the works of world-class motorcycle builders and a bikini contest, the Blue Ridge Bike Fest offers a great place to show off your ride and check out those of others. www.blueridgebikefest.com
Blue Ridge Kite Festival, April
Join thousands of participants in this kite-flying extravaganza. The first 1,000 adult-accompanied children receive a free kite kit, supplies to decorate their kite and a free tee shirt. www.s-rcchamber.org/kite%20festival
Vinton Dogwood Festival, April
Originally begun as a way to raise uniform money for the William Byrd High School Band, the Vinton Dogwood Festival has grown into a huge event with a carnival, live music, auto and craft shows, and a parade. www.vintondogwoodfestival.org
Annual Community School Strawberry Festival, May
This popular family-friendly festival features strawberry desserts like homemade strawberry shortcake, strawberry sundaes and chocolate-dipped strawberries, among others. It also has arts and crafts booths, live entertainment and activities for children. www.communityschool.net/strawberry
VA State Championship Chili Cook-Off, May
Chili cooks from all over the East Coast compete for the state title at this family event. Along with the chili and salsa tasting, enjoy live entertainment, a Beer Garden, a jalapeno eating contest and more. The event benefits the Children's Scholarship Fund at Greenvale School. www.virginia.org
Festival in the Park, May
This four-day event packs in a myriad of activities and entertainment for the whole family. With an arts & crafts show, vocal competition, live entertainment and tons of food, you're sure to have a memorable time. www.roanokefestival.org
Woofstock Dog Festival, June
Benefiting local animal rescue organizations, the Woofstock Dog Festival is an event for dog-lovers where you can bring your furry friends and enjoy games, activities and food. www.woofstockdogfestival.com
Virginia Mountain Peach Festival, August
Benefiting the Northwest Child Development Center, the Virginia Mountain Peach Festival offers peach desserts like peach cobbler and milkshakes, as well as live entertainment and activities for children. www.visitroanokeva.com/includes/events
Roanoke Wing Fest, August
Roll up your sleeves dig in to sensational wing tasting at one of the best festivals in Roanoke, VA. Featuring contests, a tailgate games tournament and live entertainment, this Virginia festival is sure to satisfy. www.roanokewingfest.com
Henry Street Heritage Festival, September
A fund-raising event to benefit the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, this Virginia festival's great for the whole family, with arts and entertainment, historical exhibits, an interactive children's area and a variety of vendors. www.roanoke.com/eventcalendar
Party in the Park, May—September
Every Thursday night for 17 weeks, the Party in the Park offers live music and dancing with food and beverages. Featuring bands from around the country, this Virginia festival is sure to get you moving. www.pitp.org
Movies in the Park, May—October
This free outdoor event features family-friendly movies on the second Friday of each month on a 15-foot by 20-foot screen with surround sound. Spread out with your family on a blanket and enjoy a movie with snacks from the concession stand. www.downtownroanoke.org/search.php?kw=movies+in+the+park
Craig County Fall Festival, October
With a street fair, antique car show, live entertainment, horse rides and lots of food, the Craig County Festival offers fun diversions for the entire family. www.virginia.org/site
Big Lick Blues Festival, October
Enjoy tunes from big names in blues music while feasting on ribs from the Rib Cook-Off. There's lots of vendors, food and entertainment, so bring your blanket or lawn chair and sit back for a day of great music and fun. www.biglickblues.org
