Entertainment & Events in Roanoke, Virginia

Cinema

Carmike 10 540-725-9800
4494 Electric Road Southwest
Roanoke, VA 24016
First-run Hollywood movies and critically acclaimed films are shown at this cinema that also features comfortable seating and a large concession stand. more

Opera Roanoke 540-345-2550
541 Luck Avenue Southwest
Roanoke, VA 24016
Shaftman Performance Hall‎
Many talented singers, directors, and instrumentalists come from across the country to perform with this nationally recognized opera company which was founded in 1977 as the Southwest Virginia Opera Society and which offers performances in September, January, and June. Opera Roanoke presents two full operas each season, as well as a series of smallet concerts. All performances take place at the Jefferson Center. more
Roanoke Symphony Orchestra and Chorus 540-343-9127
541 Luck Avenue Southwest, Suite 200
Roanoke, VA 24016
Founded in 1953, this symphony is the largest professional orchestra in western Virginia and they perform a subscription season of eleven-concerts, including five classics, three Virtuosi, and three Pops concerts. They also perform two Holiday Pops performances and special presentations during the year. more
Jefferson Center 540-345-2550
541 Luck Avenue, Suite 221
Roanoke, VA 24016
Jefferson Center presents a full season of culturally diverse national and international live performances from jazz to bluegrass, comedy to world music. Shaftman Performance Hall at Jefferson Center is a beautifully restored theater in the historic landmark building that was once home the Jefferson High School. more

Mill Mountain Theatre 540-342-5740
20 Church Avenue East
Roanoke, VA 24011
Waldron Stage
A live, professional, year round theatre that is nationally known for presenting exciting dramas, musicals, new works, comedies, and children's shows on two stages. more
Virginia Western Theatre 540-857-7271
3099 Colonial Avenue Southwest
Roanoke, VA 24015
Located at Virginia Western Community College
This delightful theatre company provides a schedule of year round theatrical performances which include a wide variety of musicals, comedies, and dramas. more

Art by Night
Various Galleries - Downtown Roanoke
Art by Night showcases Roanoke's thriving arts community, featuring diverse galleries and artists' studios in the downtown area. There are openings, demonstrations, refreshments, live music and face-to-face interactions with local artists. Occurs the first Friday of each month from 5 to 9 p.m. more

Big Lick Blues Festival 540-342-2640
Elmwood Park
Will feature great music, amazing food, contests, and more. more
Microfestivus 540-985-5900
Jefferson Street at Elmwood Park
Will feature more than 120 different beers, great bands, and lots of food vendors. more
Roanoke Fiddlefest 276-238-8130
7916 Williamson Road
Roanoke, VA 24019
Hollins University
Will feature unbeatable workshops, concerts, jams, and more. more