Tucked away in Roanoke’s historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Fishburn Mansion, known today as the Mountain View Recreation Center. The 42-room Georgian-Revival mansion was built in 1907 by Junius B. Fishburn, a prominent publisher, banker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist throughout the Roanoke Valley in the first half of the 20th century. During this guided tour […]
Join fellow trail enthusiasts to maintain and build new trail! These workdays are led by Roanoke Parks and Recreation, and we will work on both maintenance projects and new construction. We provide the tools, you just need to show up with sturdy shoes, water, work gloves, and some excitement to create and maintain trails! Sign […]
Join us on December 2, 2026, at the festively decorated Historic Fishburn Mansion for one of our most popular annual Holiday events: Live wreath making! Mary Lawson Webb, Owner of Plant Art by Lawson, returns to instruct this popular beginner friendly class! Fill your home with notes of fresh evergreens while having a beautiful wreath […]
Come join us on December 3, 2026 for the first of four brand new music series being held at the historical Fishburn Mansion (Mountain View Mansion). Each session ticket: $15.00 tickets must be purchased in advance through City of Roanoke PLAYRoanoke.com - (tickets will not be sold at the door) Doors open at 5:30pm and […]
(18+, 10+with a participating adult) Come experience the adventure of caving and the thrills of challenging yourself as we crawl and climb deep underground to a place seldom seen. Explore hidden passages, admire beautiful cave formations, experience total darkness, and see a whole new world...in a different light! Responsible safety and environmental practices for beginners […]
Join us on December 5, 2026 at the festively decorated Historic Fishburn Mansion for one of our most popular annual Holiday events: Live wreath making! Lawson Webb, Owner of Plant Art by Lawson, returns to instruct this popular beginner friendly class! Fill your home with notes of fresh evergreens while having a beautiful wreath on […]
Join us for a gravel tour of Carvins Cove! Never raced gravel before? This is your event! We aim to make this race as friendly and fun as possible! Seasoned racer? This is your event too! Don't let the distance fool you, the climb on the 30 will get your legs burning! We'll have stocked […]
Tucked away in Roanoke's historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Historic Fishburn Mansion- a 42-room, Georgian-Revival mansion built in 1907 by Roanoke's philanthropic Junius B. Fishburn. Marvel at the Holiday decorations as your guided tour takes through the Mansion by candlelight. JB Fishburn will be making an appearance. The tour will last approximately one-hour, light […]
Tucked away in Roanoke's historic Mountain View neighborhood sits the Historic Fishburn Mansion- a 42-room, Georgian-Revival mansion built in 1907 by Roanoke's philanthropic Junius B. Fishburn. Marvel at the Holiday decorations as your guided tour takes through the Mansion by candlelight. JB Fishburn will be making an appearance. The tour will last approximately one-hour, light […]
Experience the magic of winter with our specially crafted adventure that combines a refreshing 2.5-mile out-and-back hike along Ingalls Overlook Trail, a delicious local lunch, and a soothing soak in the historic newly re-opened Warm Springs Pool. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the season while indulging in local flavors and relaxing in natural mineral-rich […]
Experience the adventure of caving and the thrills of challenging yourself as we crawl and climb deep underground to a place seldom seen. Explore hidden passages, admire beautiful cave formations, experience total darkness, and see a whole new world...in a different light! Responsible safety and environmental practices for beginners to intermediate cavers will be stressed. […]
Join us for an unforgettable adventure to the Devil's Marbleyard, a massive field of giant boulders hidden deep in Virginia's mountains. This 3.3 mile hike takes you up the Belfast Trail to a playground of rocks where you can scramble through rocks, explore, or just relax and take in the sweeping views. It's the perfect […]
Join fellow trail enthusiasts to maintain and build new trail! These workdays are led by Roanoke Parks and Recreation, and we will work on both maintenance projects and new construction. We provide the tools, you just need to show up with sturdy shoes, water, work gloves, and some excitement to create and maintain trails! Sign […]
Join fellow trail enthusiasts to maintain and build new trail! These workdays are led by Roanoke Parks and Recreation, and we will work on both maintenance projects and new construction. We provide the tools, you just need to show up with sturdy shoes, water, work gloves, and some excitement to create and maintain trails! Sign […]