In this 4-week drumming series, participants will learn basic foundational frame drum skills and be led by a compassionate instructor who values bringing her community together. This class will awaken your inner musician and allow you to connect with others. No previous experience or musical training required, and drums will be provided. Instructor: Linda Macchia, […]
Groovy, Baby! Disco Returns for Night #2! This award-winning XC Mountain Bike race series that quickly climbed the ranks as one of Virginia’s grooviest mountain bike events is returning! Grab your fat-tired friends and ride hump day away as you pedal through one of Roanoke’s finest trail systems. With categories for both beginners and expert […]
City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation is excited to bring back one of our favorite event series, Music on the Mountain but in honor of the Disco XC Race we are putting on Boogie on the Mountain! Join us at the Mill Mountain Discovery Center for an evening of great music and delicious food. We […]
Experience the magic of spring in the Roanoke Valley with our Spring Bloom Hike Series. This three-hike series invites participants to explore a variety of local trails, each offering its own blend of fresh foliage, wildflowers, and scenic mountain views. Led by knowledgeable guides, the program highlights the region’s seasonal beauty while providing an enjoyable […]
Join us on June 6, 2026 as we kick off our VA Smalltown Downtown Discovery Series. This month, we take the T+T van to Historic Lexington, VA. We will begin our day at the Visitor’s Center to get the lay-of-the-land, a directory map and any other small town downtown destinations that perk your interest! From […]
We’ve partnered with Roanoke Star City Cycling to offer a fast-paced, adventure-filled week for campers who love exploring the outdoors on their bikes. Roanoke is known as the Mountain Biking Capital of the East, with more than 400 miles of rideable trails, making it the perfect place to introduce young riders to the incredible terrain […]
City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation is excited to bring back one of our favorite event series, Music on the Mountain! Join us at the Mill Mountain Discovery Center for an evening of great music and delicious food. Each month will highlight a new musician, host a new food truck, and have crafts and activities […]
(18+, 10+ with adult) Come learn everything you need to know to get started in the exciting sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding. "SUP". Our instructor will help you learn one on one, the proper stance for balance and control, essential paddle strokes and other techniques. Courses will be held on calm water, and no experience […]
Parents, need a day to yourself this summer? Drop the kids off for a full day of adventure! During our Adventure Play Days, kids ages 8–11 will head outdoors with our trained Outdoor Recreation staff to explore exciting activities like hiking, paddling, or caving. Along the way, they’ll make new friends, learn outdoor skills, and […]
Join us for an evening paddle to learn the basics of kayaking and explore the Cove. We will have you paddling off into the sunset in no time! Equipment and leadership provided. Participants must be able to swim. Please note: Parent or guardian must be present on this trip for participants under age 18. https://www.facebook.com/events/1335768285132917/
Join us on June 20, 2026 as we take the T+T van to Historic Appomattox, VA. We will begin our day at the Appomattox County Museum, formerly the County Jail, to learn more about the history of the town of Appomattox. Lunch spot: Aunt Bee’s authentic down-home cooking. Post lunch- explore freely for about an […]
(8-11) Get outside this summer with Roanoke Parks and Recreation Outdoor Exploration Camp! This camp is designed to keep your child engaged outside with nature activities from wilderness survival, nature crafts, and river ecology to outdoor recreation like hiking, ropes course, zipline, caving, climbing, water sports (canoeing, kayaking, tubing or Stand Up Paddle Boarding), archery, […]
Join us on June 27, 2026 as we take the T+T van to Harrisonburg, VA. We will head straight for lunch at our favorite Harrisburg lunch spots: Grilled Cheese Mania for amazing gourmet grilled cheese creations! On to White Oak Lavender Farm- a family owned 10-acre oasis of relaxation: gardens, goats & butterflies oh, my! […]
