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10 News is excited to partner with the Salvation Army again this year helping with its Angel Tree program.

Drumstick Dash organizers said they’re still looking for volunteers to help them direct traffic the day of the race.

Oliver Anthony, who rose to stardom with his release of “Rich Men North of Richmond,” will perform at the West Virginia State Fair in 2024.

Excitement is building as music lovers across the region look forward to the highly anticipated FloydFest.

WSLS will stream the Virginia’s Veterans Parade when it begins, so bookmark this page for easy access on Saturday.

It’s the start of the holiday season for many of us, and the Star City is gearing up to host lots of holiday events including the “Drumstick Dash.”

You can now purchase tickets to FloydFest 24~Horizon.

FloydFest 24~Horizon tickets to go on sale Wednesday, Nov. 1

Join us for the WSLS Trick-or-Treat event at Layman Family Farms!

Dr Pepper Day took over Downtown Roanoke Tuesday.

This year, 10 News will be giving out about 120,000 pieces of candy thanks to Layman Distributing’s donation.

The Roanoke community had the chance to “walk in their shoes” on Friday to honor survivors and victims of domestic violence.

The annual gala charity event for the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center will be held on Saturday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m.

From the Highlands all the way down to Southside, these are some events you can mark down on your calendars for spooky season.

The 13th Annual Anthem GO Outside Festival kicks off Friday at Elmwood Park in Roanoke.

Hundreds of runners will be lining up on October 14th, and it will take lots of volunteers to make it happen.

As rain and wind from Tropical Storm Ophelia moves through our area, some local weekend events have been called off.

Some of the best lumberjacks and jills are going head-to-head in an extreme timber sports competition to celebrate the start of Oktoberfest.

Tickets for 611 fall excursions are now available for purchase.

Tickets are on sale now for Buchanan’s “Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival.”

FloydFest will now officially have a new place to call home.

RuPaul’s Drag Race will be coming to Roanoke this October as part of their Night of the Living Drag tour.

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine students and dentists with the Bradley Free Clinic hosted an oral health day for refugees on Saturday.

The music makers are back in Galax for the Old Fiddler’s Convention.

On Thursday, Governor Glenn Youngkin made his way to SWVA to partake in the festivities.

Several Roanoke and Roanoke County organizations are working to provide kids with free haircuts and school supplies at a “Cuts with Cops” event, leaders said.

Roanoke’s Greek Festival is coming back this September

Travis Tritt is coming to the Salem Civic Center this October

The annual Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days are back

Roanoke residents could grab free lunch on National Hot Dog Day, provided by the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office.

Hundreds of families decided to celebrate America’s birthday at the Salem Fair Tuesday.

Christiansburg held its annual Fourth of July festival Tuesday

The Galax community gathered to watch thousands of rubber duckies race to the finish in the Great Galax Duck Race on July 4.

Officials with the Salem Fair say they saw an increase in attendance compared to last year.

The Fourth of July celebrations continue in the NRV!

Let freedom ring! Find a breakdown of where you can watch fireworks across Southwest Virginia here.

The 2023 Montgomery Co. EFFORT event has been canceled due to weather.

Ahoy, matey! Paw Patrol is setting sail for the Salem Civic Center this fall.

VDOT will be holding a public hearing on an intersection improvement project in Bedford County in late June.

The city will be hosting its Third Annual “Lex Rock BV Juneteenth” this Saturday, June 17, at Richardson Park from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

A co-founder of FloydFest is parting ways with the event after more than two decades of working together, according to Sam Calhoun with Across-the-Way Productions Incorporated.

The 10th Annual Troutville Trail Days is taking place this weekend.

Governor Glenn Youngkin will be featured as one of the speakers at the 79th Anniversary Commemoration at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford on June 6, officials said.

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is launching an event to make afternoons at the park this summer a little tastier. Officials say Food Truck Thursdays will kick off at Green Hill Park on June 1.

People gathered at Elmwood Park in Roanoke on Saturday to celebrate cultures from around the world at the Local Colors Festival.

Goodwill Industries of the Valleys is hosting an event for people of all ages.

The Local Colors Festival is back at Elmwood Park this Saturday.

10 News is working for you to help you protect your identity and clear out some clutter along the way.

The Roanoke Pride festival is right around the corner.

The Roanoke Lebanese Festival is coming back to the Star City for its 22nd year.

The Roanoke Lebanese Festival is making a comeback this year after a three-year hiatus, according to event organizers.

There are plenty of Easter events for the whole fam to enjoy across the region.

Organizers with the Blue Ridge Marathon are looking to fill several paid positions for the big day.

Virginia’s sweetest event of the year is set to return in March.

This year’s Foot Leveler’s Blue Ridge Marathon, and all the associated races, are just around the corner, and organizers are already looking for volunteers.

Twin Creeks Brewing Company and Beauty and the Treats are teaming up to offer beer and chocolate pairing flights ahead of the holiday!

It's almost time to celebrate 2023!

Leaders say the event will be held on Jan. 5 at the Main Branch of the Lynchburg Public Library

You can get into the holiday spirit with Miracle on 9th Street, a Blue Ridge Christmas – a walking tour that will take you behind the scene of the Blue Ridge Nightmare set.

The annual Thanksgiving Day event will return to Downtown Roanoke next week.

FloydFest is bringing magic to the mountains next year with several bands set to perform.

On Tuesday, FloydFest organizers announced more details for their 2023 festival, including their new location at “FestivalPark” and a list of headliners.

WSLS Trick or Treat returns to Layman Family farms Thursday, and now, we’ll have a ton of candy to give out, thanks to Layman Distributing.

The Spooky Sprint will be on Saturday, Oct. 29 starting at Wasena Park at 9 a.m.

Admission is $20 per car and proceeds will go to the Be The Match Organization, which helps cure blood cancers and disorders.

People in the area can walk through downtown and see unique scarecrow displays as part of the trail every day until Nov. 4, according to the tourism website.

From the Highlands all the way down to Southside, these are some events you can mark down on your calendars for spooky season.

Businesses in downtown Roanoke like Olde Salem Brewing and Walkabout Outfitters said they saw an increase in business from the large crowds at GO Fest.

Wasena Weekend is designed to drive business to local restaurants and shops.

As Hurricane Ian heads closer to our region, several local weekend events have been called off.

A popular attraction is returning to Lynchburg's Old City Cemetery just in time for the spooky season.

A new area is opening for lake-goers soon, just in time for the fall season.

Organizers are gearing up for a strength test in the Greenhill Highland Games.

The three-day event starts on October 16, and it will include live music and two beer gardens, along with favorites like the Lumberjack and BMX stunt show.

During the performance, the center said that umbrellas will fly, fabrics will soar over the audience, balloons will swallow people, and snow will swirl and fill the stage – Air Play performances bring life to the air, transforming ordinary objects into uncommon beauty.

The festival, originally slated for August 26 & 27 at Riverfront Park, isn’t going to happen this year, and the Academy Center of the Arts said the lack of outdoor amenities is to blame.

From T-Rex Trails to vendors and music, this event at the Explore park will have something for everyone.

The big weekend started with Cruise Night on Williamson Road Friday, and on Saturday, there will be a car show in Downtown Roanoke from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Roanoke Valley CROP Hunger Walk officially announced the 2022 Grant Recipient: Feeding Southwest Virginia.

Martinsville’s Franks + Dranks is coming back for another night of music and food on July 8.

Time to plan your Independence Day weekend!

A new and exciting event is coming to the area this weekend, the Vinton Palooza.

Popular 90s band, Sugar Ray, will be in the Star City this summer.

Southside-based art museum, Piedmont Arts, wants to make sure you don’t throw away your shot to see a popular Broadway musical.

2022 is just a few days away and it’s almost time to celebrate!

National Police week is held in May but the events for this year were pushed to October to ensure in-person attendance.

There’s nothing like a good road race or themed 5K: It’s a fun chance to get outside, bring the whole family and cheer on your fellow community members. Sometimes these events even benefit a worthy cause.

The 48th annual Lynchburg Art Festival returned to the Hill City on Saturday.

Halloween Horror Nights opened for its 30th year to some terrifying screams Friday night at Universal Orlando Resort.

The 10th annual evening of music led by Old Dominion frontman, Matthew Ramsey, is scheduled for Sunday, September 19 at James River High School in Buchanan.

Mark your calendars: Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is set for Saturday.

ROANOKE, Va. – Still haven’t planned the perfect Valentine’s Day date for your special someone? AdFort Hill Bowling’s 5th Annual Valentine’s Day Tournament in LynchburgPut your game face on for this date night with a bowling tournament at Fort Hill Bowling Center. Valentine’s Day Candlelight Wine Dinner in ForestWine and dinner by candlelight? Valentine’s Packages at Hotel Roanoke in RoanokeWith several packages offered, Hotel Roanoke has options from intimate getaways or much-needed alone time. Do you know any other romantic date ideas?

DETROIT – When one thinks of the opera, images of a parking garage are unlikely to come to mind, but some unexpected creativity during the pandemic allowed people to experience the opera from their vehicle. This proves it: When you can’t pack people into a theater, you find another way to perform. Michigan Opera Theatre opened its season in late December this way. Each act performed on a different level of the opera house garage. Watch nextREAD: Michigan Opera Theatre names Yuval Sharon new artistic director

ROANOKE, Va. – Illuminights is truly a winter wonderland experience that’s safe for the whole family, and people from across Virginia came to check it out during its first weekend on Friday. This half-mile walking trail at Explore Park has been transformed with more than 500,000 bright and shining lights. Though it’s only the second year of Illuminights, there has been a slight twist: social distancing. Guests are expected to social distance, wear a mask and pre-register for 30-minute time slots to keep everyone a safe six-feet apart. If you want to see the magic for yourself, register for a spot and buy your ticket online by clicking here.

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. – If the dancing Santa doesn’t give it away, we’ll make it clear: Franklin County is definitely in the spirit. The Land of Lights is a new drive-thru experience, making smiles and shining bright. “With so many things canceled due to COVID we decided that we wanted to provide folks with something to bring a little joy this year,” said Nikki Custer, Franklin County Parks and Recreation athletics manager. Riley Smith gave it her seal of approval while her grandmother Emily Smith said it was pure Christmas joy. 2020 has shown us to make the best of the situation at hand, and this is an example of that.

DUBLIN, Va – One of the most famous light shows in the New River Valley is set to kick off Friday night. DAK Lights started its light and music show a decade ago in hopes of bringing Christmas cheer to people across Southwest Virginia. Since then the show has grown and expanded to include other holidays like Halloween. The event is starting a little early this year in hopes of bringing some more joy after a long year. The show will run every night from 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. at Randolph Park in Dublin through New Year’s Eve.

Santa at River Ridge Mall in LynchburgDates and Times: Nov. 21 - Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bring the family to Explore Park to see all the twinkling holiday lights displays Roanoke County Parks has to offer. Watch holiday lights choreographed to the festive sounds of the season from the comfort of your car. Santa’s Winter Wonderland in RoanokeDates: Dec. 4 - Dec. 24In this drive-thru experience, kids can listen to Santa speak to them via a specific radio station. Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in SalemDate and Time: Dec. 5 at 5 p.m.Join the City of Salem at the Farmers Market Christmas Tree to ring in the season.

SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. – The Macy’s Santa may be gone this year, but the Bridgewater Plaza Santa is here to stay. One of Smith Mountain Lake’s oldest holiday traditions, Santa Around Bridgewater Plaza, will take place in Nov. 28 with a few new safety precautions in place. Right at 11 a.m., Santa is making a special appearance by boat at 11 a.m. to hear all the good boys and girls' wish lists at Smith Mountain Lake Coffee House while enjoying some free hot chocolate and cookies. “Santa will wear a face shield and children will take turns sitting in a circle six feet away to talk to him,” Gray said. “Smith Mountain Lake has so many awesome merchants who are eager to help you find the perfect holiday gifts.”Admission to the event is free.