Category: outdoor activities

Take A Walk Around Elmwood Park

Family Walking In Park Together.
Open 11 AM to 11 PM every day of the week, Roanoke’s Elmwood Park is considered Southwest Virginia’s premier concert and festival venue. With an amphitheater, kid-friendly fountains, Peter Pan Playground, and much more, this renovated park is fun for the whole family year-round. Located conveniently in downtown Roanoke just... [read more]

Get Outside With A Downtown Roanoke Walking Tour

Smiling young couple walking arm in arm on sidewalk.
Rich with history, Downtown Roanoke is home to many popular attractions. With art, historic buildings, and interesting architecture just around every corner, taking a walk through downtown Roanoke is a way to exercise as well as become more familiar with the city and its history. Former N & W Railway Passenger... [read more]

How To Plan The Perfect Summer Picnic

Happy family enjoying a picnic at the park while mother is giving them cookies for snack.
Now is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic! Whether it’s at a beach, a park, or even in your own backyard, planning a picnic is more than just packing lunches, drinks, and a blanket — it’s an entire experience.  Just as important as the food you're... [read more]

Book A Cozy Staycation At The Cottage On Craig Creek

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Looking for a winter weekend getaway without going too far from home? Book your stay at The Cottage on Craig Creek in Eagle Rock, VA. Stay At The Cottage On Craig Creek This cozy cottage can sleep up to eight guests but is also perfect for a romantic getaway for you and... [read more]

Choose And Cut Your Own Christmas Tree

Christmas tree
If you’re a family that prefers a fresh, live Christmas tree over an artificial one, you have a couple of options for purchasing your tree. While there’s plenty of pop-up tree shops at hardware stores, pharmacies, and grocery stores, the most fun way to get a Christmas tree is to... [read more]

Get Ready To Enjoy The Outdoors In Cooler Weather

Cooler Weather
Crisp days and chilly nights will soon give way to colder temps, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your outdoor activities on ice! Cold-weather smarts is all it takes to enjoy the outdoors without compromising comfort or risking safety. A few tips can help! Clothing Matters Your choice of clothing... [read more]

Skateboard Camp In Lynchburg, VA

skateboard camp
There’s something about skateboarding that makes it so much more exciting than other sports. Not only can you get really creative with your moves, but it takes a huge amount of skill to be able to skateboard properly. And if you have a young skateboarder in your life, you probably... [read more]

Add A Pop Of Color With Liberty Flower Farm

Liberty Flower Farm
You always want your home to look as nice as possible, right? However, sometimes, it can just feel like something is missing. If you are ready to give your home a fresh pop of color or just celebrate a special occasion with style, then you need to check out Liberty... [read more]

Party In The Park At Elmwood

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Who said that you have to wait to party until Friday night? Get your weekend started early when you come out to Party in Elmwood in Downtown Roanoke. This is the perfect way to meet up with friends new and old while meeting new people in your community, munching on... [read more]

Enjoy A Day Outdoors: Roanoke Valley Greenways

Roanoke Valley Greenways
Sometimes, you just need the chance to get out of the house for a bit and enjoy nature. However, if you feel like you have already been to most of the natural areas around town, you may not know where to go to see something new. Well, if you haven’t... [read more]