(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 […]
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 […]
This 80 hour course will provide you with the tools to step forward in an emergency situation, where medical care is delayed or communication is unreliable. The Hybrid WFR combines 3 modules of online learning before 5 days of in-person training. Each module requires 10-15 hours to complete. The 5-day in-person course will focus on […]
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! […]
Freedom Festival & Fireworks is back July 3 at River's Edge Park! 🎆✨🎇 We've got lots of returning favorites for you, plus a few new additions to announce. Check it out 👇 RETURNING FAVORITES: 🎪 Music & Fun Zone > Free and family-friendly, there will be inflatables, face painting, 5-minute portraits, and more! Food trucks […]
(Ages 12-14) Get outside this summer with Roanoke Parks and Recreation Big Adventure Camp! We’ve created a new summer camp experience geared toward different, more challenging excursions for older youth. While similar to Outdoor Exploration Camp, we’ll be exploring different venues and building various adventure skills for a new engaging experience. If you are not […]
Join us on July 11, 2026 as we visit our 2nd Smalltown Downtown Discovery Series. This month, we take the T+T van to Historic Paint Bank, VA. We will begin our day touring Tingler’s Mill, to observe the inner workings of a circa 1883 water-powered Grist Mill. From there we walk over to the lovely […]
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/962935979435976/
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 on July 18, 2026 as we take the T+T van to artsy Floyd, VA. We will enjoy a creative escape to the Floyd Center for the Arts, where you’ll experience a beginner-friendly Tiffany-stained glass class led by renowned local artist Lisa Thompson. Create your very own 6” x 6” stained glass panel using […]
Join us for the second event in the Royal Eras series as we journey into the colorful world of the 1990s! Belle, Ariel, and Jasmine invite you to a royal playdate inspired by the unforgettable decade of slap bracelets, Teddy Grahams, the Spice Girls, Lisa Frank, and magical movie moments. ✨ Enjoy 1990s-themed snacks, nostalgic […]
(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, […]
(55+) Looking to get out and about and make new friends? Join us at the Fishburn Mansion at Mountain View this Summer! For a one-time fee, you’ll be able to attend a different activity each month. July 24 – Arts & Crafts August 14 – Transportation to Lunch (cost of meal on your own) September […]
(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 […]
Join us for a pop-up 18-hole disc golf tournament at Countryside Park! Whether you're warming up for The Appalachia Open over the weekend or just looking to have a great time, this event is perfect for you. Players of all skill levels are welcome. https://www.facebook.com/events/4043332839299372/
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 us on August 1, 2026 as we visit our third small town in our Small Town Downtown Discovery Series. This month, we take the T+T van to Historic Abingdon, VA. We will begin our day at the Abingdon Visitor Center housed in the Fields Penn 1860 Museum to learn more about the history of […]