Roanoke's Happenings: Your Weekly Events Calendar

From live music to theatre, lectures to drag shows, we've got your weekend plans covered.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:20pm

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As the weather warms up, the Roanoke Rambler has scoured 30 community calendars to bring you the top events happening in the city this week, including a pop-up putt-putt course at a local brewery, a high-octane dramatic comedy at Hollins Theatre, and a nostalgic 70s concert at Mill Mountain Theatre.

Why it matters

Roanoke's vibrant arts and entertainment scene offers something for everyone, from outdoor recreation to live performances, providing the community with a diverse array of engaging activities to enjoy as the spring season arrives.

The details

Big Lick Brewing Co. is hosting a Masters Weekend pop-up putt-putt course, where visitors can grab a pint and compete for bragging rights on the makeshift course. Hollins Theatre is presenting 'She Kills Monsters,' a high-energy dramatic comedy featuring homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture. And Mill Mountain Theatre is bringing a 'That's So 70s' concert, a nostalgia-fueled live music event celebrating the greatest hits of the decade.

  • Thursday through Sunday, 4/9 to 4/12 — Masters Weekend at Big Lick Brewing Co.
  • Thursday through Saturday, 4/9 to 4/11 — 'She Kills Monsters' at Hollins Theatre
  • Friday through Saturday, 4/10 to 4/11 — That's So 70s concert at Mill Mountain Theatre

The players

Big Lick Brewing Co.

A local brewery hosting a pop-up putt-putt course for Masters Weekend.

Hollins Theatre

A theatre company presenting a high-octane dramatic comedy.

Mill Mountain Theatre

A local theatre hosting a nostalgic 70s music concert.

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The takeaway

Roanoke's diverse arts and entertainment scene continues to thrive, offering a wide range of engaging events and activities for the community to enjoy as the weather warms up this spring.