Posts from December 2022

Elmwood Park in downtown Roanoke has been creating spaces from friends and family to come together and enjoy the beautiful downtown landscape since 1877 when then mayor, John Trout, purchased the property from Elmwood Plantation owner, P.L. Terry. 

Since then, our community has enjoyed festivals, concerts, picnic lunches, slow walks, and now–ice skating! People of all ages can enjoy unlimited ice skating outdoors until January 29th thanks to WDBJ's Elmwood on Ice. Tickets can be purchased on-site and ice skates are available, too! 

Ample parking, on-site bathrooms, & hot beverage vendors are a few of the reasons people love to bring their sweethearts and families. No matter the temperature outside, the ice is cold! So, be sure to wear gloves and weather appropriate gear. Up to 100 s...

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The Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas has begun in Downtown Roanoke! It's the 40th anniversary of this fantastic event and includes three magical snowy evenings with a 100% chance of snow on Market Street 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm each night of Dickens. There will be a Kids Zone with inflatables, games, and activities. Carriage Rides will be available on the first and third nights of Dickens for $5 per person. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children 3 and under are free. 

Night 1 - December 2, 6pm - 10pm: Featuring The City of Roanoke Christmas Tree Lighting

The Christmas Tree Lighting takes place on Salem Avenue in the Plaza behind the Market Building. The ceremony begins at 5:30 pm with the tree lighting at 6:20pm and will include live stage perform...

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