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Roanoke St. Pat’s Celebration Moves Ahead – Weather Update Roanoke St. Pat’s Celebration Moves Ahead – Weather Update

All plans and times remain the same for the Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Celebration this Saturday March 13, with only a few minor set up changes caused by the weather forecast.  The latest weather forecast calls for steady rain beginning Friday pm, but ending early am Sat. – around 7:00am is the current estimate.   Thereafter, a chance of a... [Read more of this review]

The sound of bagpipes at Roanoke’s St. Pat’s Celebration The sound of bagpipes at Roanoke’s St. Pat’s Celebration

So you love the sound of bagpipes!  The 2010 Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Celebration has got you covered.   Here are the current Pipe & Drum Bands scheduled to perform in this year’s McDonald’s St. Pats Parade. Jamestown (NC) Pipe & Drums Jamestown Pipe & Drums – their mission is to educate the population of the Triad... [Read more of this review]

Roanoke’s Riverdance Challenge – Lord of Roanoke! Roanoke’s Riverdance Challenge – Lord of Roanoke!

We’re going to challenge the World Record for the longest Riverdance line and we need you particpation! Get to downtown Roanoke early before the McDonald’s St. Pat’s Parade and be part of the fun event!  We hope to fill Jefferson Street with Riverdancers of all spaces and sizes.  If you can move your feet and chew gun at the same... [Read more of this review]

2nd Annual Bonniest Knees Contest 2nd Annual Bonniest Knees Contest

Men in kilts+ blindfolded women+ a few green beers = a hilarious contest you won’t want to miss! On March 13, the 2nd Annual Bonniest Knees Contest will be held at the Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Celtic Festival across from Corned Beef & Co.  So what are Bonny knee? The perfect combination of  knobs, muscle and just... [Read more of this review]

Capt. Chris Brown honored at McDonald’s St. Pat’s Parade Capt. Chris Brown honored at McDonald’s St. Pat’s Parade

Grand Marshal - Capt. Chris Brown. To honor his life and contribution to Roanoke The 21st annual downtown McDonald’s St. Pat’s Parade will continue its longstanding tradition of “honoring those that protect and serve.”  The life, memory and contribution to our community of Roanoke City Firefighter, Capt. Chris Brown will be honored... [Read more of this review]

Apply now to be part of ‘10 Festival in the Park’s Performing Arts schedule Apply now to be part of ‘10 Festival in the Park’s Performing Arts schedule

Be a part of Festival in the Park’s award winning entertainment!  Every year Festival in the Park serves as a showcase for the best, newest and brightest talent in our region – and this year will be no exception.   These performers, throughout each day of Festival in the Park, volunteer their time to showcase their talents and to help... [Read more of this review]

Silent Auction for Scholarship for the Arts Program Silent Auction for Scholarship for the Arts Program

At the April 16, 2010 Kroger Cabin Fever Series concert (featuring The Entertainers) – we will be holding a terrific Silent Auction to benefit the Festival in the Park Scholarship for the Arts Program.  Make sure you arrive early, as there are so many great items to bid on!  This is a fun night filled with dancing and fabulous music, why not... [Read more of this review]

2010 McDonald’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2010 McDonald’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

We’re gearing up again for our annual McDonald’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.  After the rain last year, we’re ready for some good ol’ Irish luck at this year’s Roanoke St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 13.  Come be a part of an exciting Roanoke tradition and one of the Mid-Atlantic Region’s largest St. Patrick’s Day parades... [Read more of this review]