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Blue Ridge Tunnel Hike
Grab your raincoat and headlamp to explore one of the most unique hikes in Virginia. The Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail features an almost mile-long tunnel that runs…
Fall Football Fest
Join Roanoke Parks and Recreation and participating recreation clubs for a Fall Football Fest! 🏈 This will be a Drills for Skills Combine event to kickoff the…
Whimsical Wishes Royal Eras Princess Party: The 2010’s Era
Join us for the third and final event in the Royal Eras series as we journey into the adventurous world of the 2010s! Rapunzel, Tiana, and Moana invite you to…
Senior Summits: Smart View
Join our low-impact hiking group designed especially for active adults aged 50 and over. Senior Summits offers leisure-paced hikes led by experienced guides,…
Mountain View: The Legacy of JB Fishburn Film Premiere
Mountain View: The Legacy of JB Fishburn explores the life and legacy of Junius B. Fishburn, a visionary businessman whose influence helped shape the city of…
Historic Fishburn Mansion Tour
Tucked away in Roanoke’s historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Fishburn Mansion, known today as the Mountain View Recreation Center. The 42-room…
Skate Sessions
8-10 years old) Ready to roll? Join Play Roanoke for Skate Sessions and learn the fundamentals of skateboarding in a fun, supportive, and safe environment!…
161st Birthday Celebration for J.B. Fishburn
You’re invited to celebrate J.B. Fishburn’s 161st Birthday! 🎉🎂 This is a free event at the Historic Fishburn Mansion on September 22 from 1:00-5:00 PM. All are…
Full Moon Paddle
(18+,10+ with adult) Experience the magic of Carvins Cove like never before! Roanoke’s beloved paddling spot transforms under the enchanting glow of a full…
Fishburn Mansion Music Sessions: Ashlee Watkins & Andrew Small
Come join us on October 1, 2026 for the first of four brand new music series being held at the historical Fishburn Mansion (Mountain View Mansion). Each…
DAY TRIP: Old City Cemetery & Arboretum Tour
Back by popular demand! Docent-led tour of the Old City Cemetery & Arboretum- ranked by Trip Advisor as the #1 destination in Lynchburg, VA! Established in…
Mahjong at the Mansion Series
Curious about Mahjong? It’s the perfect time to learn this wildly popular and strategic game in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting! Led by Katherine &…
Youth Athletics Review Board Meeting
DAY TRIP: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein Matinee Play – American Shakespeare Theater & Lunch – Staunton, VA
A group of writers gathers on a dark and stormy night to tell the scariest stories they can imagine. From that challenge, Frankenstein is born. David Catkin’s…
Music on the Mountain: Mudpuppy
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Nature Lab: Public Lands
This special session of Nature Lab highlights the importance of Virginia’s public lands. This 5-week program introduces conservation concepts, explains how…
DAY TRIP: JOLO Vineyard Wine Tasting & Lunch
JOLO Vineyard Wine Tasting & Lunch + Chocolate Factory Visit Mt. Pilot, NC & Meadows of Dan, VA A fall adventure filled with leaf-peeping, chocolate tasting,…
“Murder in the Mansion” Halloween Murder Mystery
Join Jump into Mystery for a Halloween whodunnit at The Historic Fishburn Mansion. This will be an interactive murder mystery event where each participant will…
Historic Fishburn Mansion Tour
Tucked away in Roanoke’s historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Fishburn Mansion, known today as the Mountain View Recreation Center. The 42-room…
DAY TRIP: Barter Theatre Sunday Matinee “Come From Away”
Join us as we travel to Abingdon, VA. to see a heart-warming musical matinee show, at the historical Barter Theatre, “Come From Away”. Based on a true story,…
Mahjong at the Mansion Series
Curious about Mahjong? It’s the perfect time to learn this wildly popular and strategic game in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting! Led by Katherine &…
Fishburn Mansion Music Sessions: Addie Levy
Come join us on November 5, 2026 for the first of four brand new music series being held at the historical Fishburn Mansion (Mountain View Mansion). Each…
