🌟 Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 🌟 Time: 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM 🌟 Departing From: City of Roanoke Public Works Bldg. (1802 Courtland Rd, NE) Sick of the same old grocery runs? Let’s shake things up! 🛍️ Grab your tote bags, hop on our comfy transit van, and take a mini road trip with […]
Join us at Mill Mountain Park for some s’mores and science, as a park Naturalist helps you get to know some of the night shift wildlife that inhabit our parks and backyards. We will use UV lights in order to attract nocturnal insects that we otherwise never get to see, and use highly sensitive microphones […]
Whether you are a beginner birder or an experienced ornithologist, this low-impact biking tour promises to be an exciting new way to spot Roanoke’s common birds on the greenway. Starting near sunrise when birds are most active – we will pedal along easy trails, stopping along the way to look out for our avian friends […]
(18+, 8+ with an adult) Grab you camera, and join Play Roanoke for an outdoor photography workshop. This workshop will cover a wide range of topics from general camera knowledge and settings to more specific techniques and styles of outdoor photography. Whether you want to capture dynamic landscapes, freezing wildlife in sharp focus, create that […]
(18 months – 5 years) Run! Bike! SPLASH! Get ready for the cutest and most exciting event you will see at Elmwood Park this spring! Ages 2 to 5 years old will compete in their very own triathlon. Each competitor will run, bike, and splash their way to the finish line. Participants will need to […]
We’re celebrating National Kids to Parks Day with Adventures in Elmwood, our FREE Triple Feature Movie Extravaganza! Spend Saturday in one of the 51 parks in the city and then head to Elmwood Park on Sunday for a day of movies and adventure! TRIPLE FEATURE: 12:30pm – Moana 2 2:30pm – The Goonies 4:30pm […]
An Afternoon of Celebration & Community Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of elegance, entertainment, and impact at our annual fundraising gala! This special evening brings together friends, supporters, and community leaders for a night of food, live performances, and inspiring stories—all in support of our mission to create a welcoming and supportive space for […]
Designated as a Tree City USA, Roanoke is home to 158 species of trees that span 13,146 acres of tree canopy. During this tour, learn about our urban tree canopy from the Roanoke Parks and Recreation Urban Forestry team. Visit many of the oldest and noteworthy trees in the area and learn why they play […]
Roanoke Parks and Recreation is gearing up for the return of Roanoke’s Youth mountain biking race. This mountain bike race is aimed at novice riders from ages 2 to 14. Riders will compete on a short, spectator-friendly course against youth their own age and skill level. Medals will be awarded to the top three kids […]
This inclusive yoga class is designed to meet the needs of EveryBODY type. We will modify yoga poses to fit your body’s needs and relax with breathing techniques while stretching comfort zones. This will be a 4 week series. Instructor: Mel Rolfes June 2nd, June 9th, June 16th and June 23rd 5:45 pm-6:45 pm https://www.facebook.com/events/1827226098030604/
🎴 Mahjong at the Mansion –Beginners Lessons! Every Friday Morning| Fishburn Mansion Curious about Mahjong? May is the perfect time to learn this wildly popular and strategic game in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting! Led by Katherine Arney, owner of Star City Mahjong, this instructional series walks you through everything you need to know — no […]
Join us as we travel in the T + T van to Patrick Henry’s Red Hill National Monument in Brookneal, VA. Red Hill was the last home and burial site of the American patriot Patrick Henry. Our group will be greeted by Patrick Henry Jolly, the 5th great-grandson of Patrick Henry, who will guide us […]
Come join The Beat Goes on and Roanoke Parks and Recreation for a Drum Circle at Highland Park! Join us at the Highland Park stage from 7:00 pm-9 :00 pm for some soothing sounds and camaraderie! Free to the public. Highland Park is located at 502 Washington Avenue Southwest, Roanoke, VA 24016. https://www.facebook.com/events/635514495792625/
(18+, 16+ with adult) Bryce Sky Resort simplifies uphill climbs with a ski lift, allowing for more time to enjoy downhill trails and thrilling experiences. Plus, Play Roanoke has you covered with a shuttle service to transport you and your bike to Bryce for the day. This is the perfect opportunity for beginners to dive […]
Life can get a little messy—but here at Quirky Crochet and Parks and Recreation, we believe in meeting the chaos with creativity, cuteness, and a whole lot of pom-poms! Join us for Shih Tzu Happens, a wildly fun four-session workshop where we’ll transform fluff into fabulous. You'll learn how to craft your very own adorable […]
🛍 Explore Floyd’s Unique Shops & Galleries Wander through downtown Floyd’s eclectic mix of regional arts and crafts shops, galleries, and lifestyle accessory stores. 🎶 Live Music & Country Lunch at the Floyd Country Store We’ll reconvene for a down-home country lunch at the Floyd Country Store, where you’ll enjoy a live performance from the […]
Are you ready to experience the Greatest Yoga Of All Time? This summer we're playing with goats at GOAT yoga! On the beautiful grounds of the Fishburn Mansion, you can roll out your mat and have some assistance from the therapy goats. There will be meet and greet time before and after the yoga session […]
This class series is designed to celebrate the beauty of the moment. Set in beautiful Highland Park surrounded by tall trees and fresh air, each class will be an opportunity for relishing in the present moment and honoring the subtle bits of life. Expect to start with a warm-up and sun salutations that open the […]
