Downtown Roanoke will be alive with sound April 10-13, 2025. Acts will play at an exciting collection of venues throughout the weekend.
Diverse Venues in Downtown Roanoke
Performances include a variety of genres from acoustic sets in intimate settings, to rock concerts at outdoor breweries, to funk and reggae shows at local venues, to national acts in Elmwood amphitheater. Many events are free; check with each venue for details.
Volunteer at the Festival
We need help serving beer at the Elmwood Park Amphitheater shows. (It’s a great way to give back … and hear some awesome live music.)
Blue Ridge Marathon Finish Festival
Live music at Elmwood Park is free. Come out, listen to some live music, have a cold beer or snack from a food truck, enjoy the expo and atmosphere and high-five a runner.
Solacoustix Duo Starr Hill Pilot Brewery Roanoke Free Thursday, April 18; 6:00-9:00PM Jojo and Stuart Make their Grand Return to the Side Stage after WAY Too Long Away! Starr Hill Pilot Brewery 6 Old Whitmore Ave
My Radio 5 Points Music Sanctuary Tickets $22-50 Thursday, April 18; Doors 6:30pm, Show 8:00pm We’re excited to celebrate the release of a brand new album from pop-rock kings My Radio! This show is part of the kick-off of the Freedom First Down By Downtown Music Festival! My Radio serves up big, multi-layered pop-rock sound […]
Pierce Edens Martin’s Downtown Tickets $5 Thursday, April 18; 9:30pm-1230am Pierce Edens is an independent musician and singer-songwriter from Western North Carolina. He is best known for his powerful vocals and haunting, fiery music that captivates listening rooms and excites dance floors in equal measure. Edens has shared the stage with notables such as the […]
Keith Goggin Band Twisted Track Brewpub Free Friday, April 19; 6-9pm A mix of blues and classic rock covers. They’re a great band for when you want to grab a drink with friends and enjoy some easy listening. Twisted Track Brewpub 523 Shenandoah Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Ash Devine with Domino Lewis 3rd Street Coffeehouse Free Friday, April 19; 7:30pm At 7:30 PM EST, we welcome our singer-songwriter, Domino Lewis! Based in Paris, France, Domino has been writing songs since the age of 11. She has been writing and performing her songs on stage for several years, both as a solo artist […]
JD Sutphin Duo Starr Hill Pilot Brewery Roanoke Free Friday, April 19; 6:00-9:00PM JD Sutphin of the Low Low Chariot brings his Low Low Duo to the Side Stage for a special DxDT show! Starr Hill Pilot Brewery 6 Old Whitmore Ave
Rare Chocolate Big Lick Brewing Co. Free Friday, April 19; 6:30PM-9:30PM A power trio specializing in R&B, Funk, Soul, and Jazz. Their smooth and luscious sounds blend influences from Medeski Martin & Wood with Latin and African rhythms. The band members include: Marcus Morris: Bass and Vocals John Rardin: Lead Guitar Brian McKee: Percussion and Vocals Big Lick Brewing […]
Jack Marion & The Pearl Snap Prophets with LoneHollow The Spot On Kirk Tickets $12 Advance/$15 Day Of Friday, April 19; Doors 7:30pm Show 8:00pm The Spot on Kirk has an exceptional night of country music planned for Down By Downtown Festival! Jack Marion and The Pearl Snap Prophets bring a youthful-exuberance and high-country swagger to […]
The Settlement Martin’s Downtown Tickets $8 Friday, April 19; 10:00pm – 1:00am “The Settlement is a jam band from Huntington, West Virginia. Cleverly combining hard rock riffs, jazz harmonies, funky bass lines, dreamy pop melodies, syncopated grooves and world music influences, this ensemble offers something for everyone. Each member has their own unique flavor and […]
MARGO PRICE With Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast, and Corey Hunley Friday, April 19 Elmwood Park Gates: 4:30p.m. Purchase Tickets Now: $35 online, $45 at the gate Margo Price is a force in American music. In addition to collaborations with Willie Nelson, nominations for a Grammy and multiple Americana Music Awards, she’s performed on Saturday Night […]
Panoramic Views and Live Music Six & Sky Free Saturday, April 2o; 11am Special extended hours, opening from 11am-11pm on Saturday, April 20th. Outdoor stage performance by Jordan Harman and the Humble Brag from 1-4pm with outdoor bar options available. Please note for indoor dining reservations are recommended and available while they last at www.sixandsky.com. […]
Brewchata Twisted Track Brewpub Free Saturday, April 20; 7-10pm Brewchata is a salsa dancing event co-hosted by Twisted Track and Salsa Noke. There’s about 45 minutes of instruction, and then you get to dance the night away. Or you can grab a seat towards the back of the room and enjoy the spicy latin music […]
Tyler Parrish on the Market The Historic City Market Free Saturday, April 20; 11:00AM-2:00PM Acoustic Singer/Songwriter showcasing songs from various genres and a few originals too! Check out Tyler at Tyler Parrish Music. Downtown Roanoke 213 Market St SE
Corey Hunley & Matt Powell Starr Hill Pilot Brewery Roanoke Free Saturday, April 20; 6:00-9:00PM House favorites Corey Hunley and Matt Powell are no strangers to our Side Stage, and they’ll be bringing their top game for DxDT weekend! Starr Hill Pilot Brewery 6 Old Whitmore Ave
DJ Williams The Spot On Kirk Tickets $17 in Advance or $20 Day Of Saturday, April 20; Doors 7:30pm Starts 8:00pm D.J. Williams is an acclaimed guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer whose illustrious career has seen him traverse the globe, igniting stages ranging from intimate clubs to renowned festivals with his fiery performances. Described by Premier Guitar […]
Captain Midnight Martin’s Downtown Tickets $10 Saturday, April 20; 10:00pm-1:00am The Captain Midnight Band is the world’s only known purveyor of “Waterbed Rock & Roll”. Crunchy Rock Guitar Riffs, Thick R&B Grooves, and Soaring Vocal Harmonies combine to create a unique soundscape for jammy anthems, sci-fi imagery, and humorous situations. The group’s diverse appeal has […]
Stevie Barr Taubman Museum of Art Free Sunday, April 21; 4-5pm Stevie Barr will be playing during Tim Kaine’s book signing event at the Taubman Museum of Art! Stevie Barr has performed for many political figures such as a United States President, The Queen of England, and a Virginia Governors Inaugural Celebration. He has traveled […]
Grace Pettis and Red & White 3rd Street Coffeehouse Free Sunday, April 21; 3:00PM A release party for Grace’s new album! We fell in love with Grace when she first appeared at 3rd Street back in 2011. Since then, we welcomed her back to our stage in 2022 and she blew us away again with […]
Nick Wade Starr Hill Pilot Brewery Roanoke Free Sunday, April 21; 4:00-7:00PM Virginia singer, songwriter, guitarist brings his solo performance all the way from Hampton Roads to our Side Stage for DxDT weekend! Starr Hill Pilot Brewery 6 Old Whitmore Ave
Brunch with Doc McClintock Golden Cactus Brewing Free Sunday, April 21; 10:00AM Join us for brunch at Golden Cactus Brewing on Sunday, April 21 to round out Roanoke’s Down by Downtown festival weekend! Featuring live music from Doc McClintock, a solo artist based in Roanoke whose reverberant acoustics combine americana, folk, and bluegrass styles. FoodHut […]
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