Activities

Sunset Kayak Excursion

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Carvins Cove Natural Reserve

(18+,10+ with adult) 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 […]

$40
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Event Series Beginner Crochet

Beginner Crochet Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Tote-ally Hooked: Unraveling the Basics of Beginner Crochet! In this exciting beginner's crochet course, you'll embark on a creative journey exploring the fundamentals of crochet through three essential stitches: slip […]

$55
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STEAM Adventures: Introduction to STEM

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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Roanoke City Little League Opening Day 2024

Join us for the 2024 Opening Day citywide celebration of Roanoke's youth baseball and softball seasons. All teams will be introduced as well as hitting and pitching contests, including both […]

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Escape Island Paddling Adventure

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Carvins Cove Natural Reserve

(18+,10+ with adult) There is a mysterious location at Carvins Cove where, legend has it, lost treasure can be found. All those who go looking for the treasure come back […]

$45
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PLAYPride Kickball Begins!

(16+ with parental permission) Come play some FUN kickball with other like-minded individuals on Sunday mornings. This will be PLAYRoanoke's newest league in collaboration with the Roanoke Diversity Center. Sign […]

$30
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Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

Did you miss the Great American Eclipse in 2017? Not to worry. There is an eclipse coming on April 8th. While Roanoke will not see a total solar eclipse, you […]

Free – $2
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Sensory Play Explorers: Sight

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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STEAM Adventures: EXPERIMENT

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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Incorporating Native Plants into Your Home Garden

Looking to create a pollinator-friendly habitat within your home garden? Join us to explore methods for incorporating native trees, shrubs and perennials into the landscape. Presentation topics to include identifying […]

Free
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NOLS Wilderness First Aid

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+, 16+ with adult) The NOLS Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course will help you prepare for the unexpected. This fast paced, hands-on training is designed to meet the needs of […]

$290
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Wasena Bridge Bonanza

Party in the street! Join us for a festive farewell to this iconic structure & to celebrate what’s to come! Art activities for all ages, live music, food & beverage, […]

Free
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Native Tree and Plant ID Hike

Have you ever wondered what type of plants are around you? Which ones originate from Virginia, or which ones were brought in? Does Virginia have any native fruits? Join us […]

$15
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Sensory Play Explorers: Hearing

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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STEAM Adventures: TECH DAY

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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Sunset Kayak Excursion

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Carvins Cove Natural Reserve

(18+,10+ with adult) 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 […]

$40
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Yoga in the Parks: Highland Park

Highland Park Highland Park

($20) Join us for an hour of yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting each month in April, May, and June! Led by Krystine Smith from Peak Music and Wellness, these […]

$20
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Forest Bathing – Carvins Cove

Join Roanoke Urban Forestry for this exciting introduction to the practice of Forest Bathing or Shinrin-Yoku. Participants will learn how to tune their senses to connect with the forest, and […]

$15
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Sensory Play Explorers: Touch

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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STEAM Adventures: ENGINEER DAY

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Embark on an enriching journey of sensory exploration and artistic discovery with our "Sensory Play and Art Exploration" series! Tailored for children aged 4-7, these engaging sessions offer a dynamic […]

$11
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Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Carvins Cove Natural Reserve

(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 […]

$40
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Bug & Bat Night

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 […]

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Mimosas at the Mansion

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Did someone say mimosas? Join us for a brunch event at the Fishburn Mansion at Mountain View! Your ticket will include some brunch food favorites and every participant will get […]

$35
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Goat Yoga

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Are you ready to experience the Greatest yoga Of All Time? This spring we're bringing back GOAT yoga! It's not too late to sign up for this weekend's class! On […]

$35
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Roanoke River Evening Paddle

(18+, 12+ with adult) Jump start your outdoor adventures this spring with an evening paddle along the Roanoke River. We’ll paddle right through the heart of Roanoke, passing several of […]

$45
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Youth Mountain Bike Race

Roanoke Parks and Recreation is gearing up for the return of Roanoke’s FREE mountain biking race. This Youth Mountain Biking Race is aimed at novice riders from ages 2 to […]

Free
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2024 Adult Softball Begins!

Sign your team up or get on our “Need a Player” list for the city’s largest adult athletic program! Teams play 10 regular-season games plus double-elimination tournament play. Register by […]

$450.00
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Beginner Crochet: Tote-ally Quirky Tote

In this exciting beginner's crochet course, you'll embark on a creative journey exploring the fundamentals of crochet through three essential stitches: slip stitch, single crochet, and half double crochet. These […]

$55
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Música do Círculo – Circle Music Workshop

Circle Music (Música do Círculo) is a form of community singing that was pioneered by Brazilian musicians and songleaders in São Paulo, Brazil (Zuza Gonçalves, Ronaldo Crispim, and Pedro Consorte). […]

Free
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Pints & Poses

Embark on a sensory journey at Blindhouse Beer on January 13th with our Pints and Poses event! Join us for a soulful hour of yoga, followed by a celebration of […]

$20
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Event Series Tai Chi Series

Tai Chi Series

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

(18+) Come experience the ancient Chinese martial art of Tai Chi in the Mountain View gardens and in the beautiful Fishburn Mansion! Tai Chi is known for its health benefits; […]

$78
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Native Tree and Plant ID Hike

Have you ever wondered what type of plants are around you? Which ones originate from Virginia, or which ones were brought in? Does Virginia have any native fruits? Join us […]

$15
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Grayson Highlands Bouldering

(18+, 12+ with adult) Join our crew of experienced staff on a trip to Grayson Highlands for world class bouldering, wild ponies, and gorgeous hiking views. This unique experience offers […]

$75
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Tiny Tot Tri!

(18 months – 5 years) Run! Bike! SPLASH! Get ready for the cutest and most exciting event you will see at Elwood Park this spring! Ages 2 to 5 years […]

$15
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Yoga in the Parks: Smith Park

($20) Join us for an hour of yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting each month in April, May, and June! Led by Krystine Smith from Peak Music and Wellness, these […]

$20
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Roanoke City Tree Tour

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 […]

$15
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Learn to Stand Up Paddle Board

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Carvins Cove Natural Reserve

(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 […]

$40
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Paint By Numbers in the Park: Mason Mill Park

Mason Mill Park 1900 Mason Mill Rd NE, Roanoke, VA

(12+) Jump into nature with Paint By Numbers in the Park at Mason Mill Park! Dive into an artsy afternoon surrounded by outdoor zen. Participants will receive a paint-by-numbers canvas […]

$25
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Birding Bicycle Tour

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 […]

$25
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Bug & Bat Night

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 […]

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Hoop Hole Hike

Waterfalls! Creek Crossings! Rock Hopping! Get your toes wet this spring with this advanced 3.2 mile hike surrounded by blooming rhododendrons. Hoop Hole Loop will take us along (and sometimes […]

$30
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Roanoke River Evening Paddle

(18+, 12+ with adult) Jump start your outdoor adventures this spring with an evening paddle along the Roanoke River. We’ll paddle right through the heart of Roanoke, passing several of […]

$45
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Fishburn Mansion Crafting Social

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

($10) 🎉🎨 Get ready to craft, chat, and create at the most fabulous crafting social in town – right in the historic Fishburn Mansion! Join us once a month for […]

$10
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Intermediate Crochet

Historic Fishburn Mansion 714 13th Street SW, Roanoke, VA, United States

($55) This course is designed for intermediate-level crocheters. Prior familiarity with essential stitches such as single crochet, slip stitch, and half double crochet is strongly recommended. If you haven't yet […]

$55
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Outdoor Exploration Camp

(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 […]

$295
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