Shaftman Performance Hall 541 Luck Avenue, Suite 221 Roanoke, VA 24016

The Travelin' McCourys are the sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury - Ronnie and Rob McCoury - along with a rotating cast of some of the most gifted musicians in acoustic music today. Built on a foundation of world-class instrumental prowess and tight family harmonies, the band has carved its own identity while honoring the deep traditions of the genre their father helped define.
Ronnie handles lead vocals and mandolin with a natural authority, while Rob's masterful banjo playing has earned him recognition as one of the best in the business, a multiple International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner. Together, they lead a group known for adventurous, high-energy performances that push the boundaries of bluegrass while staying rooted in its soul.
With festival appearances, collaborations across multiple genres, and a devoted following, The Travelin' McCourys stand as one of live music's most compelling acts.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156638/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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Jefferson Center Presents: The Travelin' McCourys

The Travelin' McCourys are the sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury - Ronnie and Rob McCoury - along with a rotating cast of...

Content Advisories: (V, SV) – Discussion and theatricalization of strong violence within a marriage.
She told her family she was going for a walk. She didn't mention the 2,168 miles. On September 25, 1955, Emma "Grandma" Gatewood, at 67 years old, became the first woman to solo thru-hike the entire Appalachian Trail, covering 14 states in 146 days wearing nothing but Keds sneakers. The Barter Players, the touring ensemble of Virginia's legendary Barter Theatre, bring Emma's astonishing true story to Shaftman Performance Hall with their signature wildly theatrical style, no-holds-barred acting, and unforgettable pre- and post-show cast interaction. This is American folk legend, live on stage.
The Barter Players are the acclaimed touring ensemble of Barter Theatre, Virginia's State Theatre and one of the longest-running professional theatres in the United States. Founded in 1933 by Robert Porterfield in Abingdon, Virginia, Barter Theatre earned its name during the Great Depression by accepting fresh produce and livestock as payment for admission. Today, The Barter Players carry that spirit of accessibility and artistic excellence on the road, bringing world-class theatrical productions to communities across the region and beyond.
Known for high-energy, no-holds-barred acting and exceptional storytelling that connects with audiences, The Barter Players are celebrated for their polished, inventive, and deeply human, productions. Every performances is rooted in the same commitment to powerful live theatre that has made Barter Theatre a Virginia institution for nearly a century.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156639/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Jefferson Center Presents: Barter Players - Grandma Gatewood Took a Walk

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Content Advisories: (V, SV) – Discussion and theatricalization of strong violence within a marriage.
She told her family she...

Jefferson Center Presents: Barter Players - Grandma Gatewood Took a Walk

Fostek Performance Hall 541 Luck Avenue, Suite 221 Roanoke, VA 24016

Tyreek McDole is a multi-award-winning Haitian-American vocalist from Central Florida whose soulful baritone and deeply reflective artistry are making waves across the New York and international music scenes. Rooted in the belief that music is one of the highest forms of communication, McDole approaches performance as a space for healing, reflection, and collective dreaming — treating each concert as both offering and ritual.
He first gained national recognition at the 2018 Essentially Ellington Competition at Jazz at Lincoln Center, where he received the Outstanding Vocalist Award presented by Wynton Marsalis. In 2023, he won first place at the prestigious Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, becoming only the second male winner in the competition’s history and joining the ranks of standout vocalists such as Samara Joy.
Since then, McDole has shared the stage with Jeff Goldblum, Rodney Whitaker, Theo Croker, Maurice Brown, Joey Alexander, Terri Lyne Carrington, Nicholas Payton, and Nick Jonas, among many others, and has appeared at leading venues and festivals worldwide.
A graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, he developed his craft under the mentorship of master artists such as Gary Bartz, Sullivan Fortner and Weedie Braimah, grounding his sound in the lineage of Black American Music while pushing its language forward.
His critically acclaimed debut album, Open Up Your Senses, blends original compositions with freedom songs, spirituals, and works that speak to justice, unity, and ancestral memory. The record reached #1 on JazzWeek charts, earned four stars from DownBeat, and has been praised for its emotional depth and spiritual resonance.
With a voice steeped in warmth, gravity, and soul, McDole creates performances that are both intimate and expansive — honoring tradition while inviting listeners toward reflection, healing, and shared imagination.
This is not simply a concert, but a healing space — a ritual and an invitation to open your senses.
He wishes you peace, love, and light.Happens on the following Dates: Apr 1, 2027, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Apr 1, 2027, 9:00pm to 10:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156640/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Jefferson Center Presents: Tyreek McDole

Jefferson Center Presents: Tyreek McDole

Tyreek McDole is a multi-award-winning Haitian-American vocalist from Central Florida whose soulful baritone and deeply...

Fitzpatrick Hall 541 Luck Avenue, Suite 221 Roanoke, VA 24016

Come early for a FREE 30 min dance lesson at 7:30.
The Henhouse Prowlers are a Chicago-based bluegrass quartet with a reach that extends far beyond American soil. Formed over two decades ago, the band consists of Ben Wright (banjo, vocals), Chris Dollar (guitar, vocals), Jon Goldfine (bass, vocals), and Jake Howard (mandolin, vocals), four accomplished musicians who have built a reputation on tight four-part harmonies, sharp instrumental craft, and songs that feel both deeply rooted and genuinely adventurous.
Their latest album, "Unravel", produced by Stephen Mougin of Dark Shadow Recording and the Sam Bush Band, moves fluidly between bluegrass, modern Americana, and classic country. The songs take on life on the road, grief, resilience, war, and joy.
Off the stage, the Prowlers serve as U.S. State Department cultural ambassadors, performing in 34 countries across five continents through their nonprofit Bluegrass Ambassadors, using music as a bridge between cultures and communities worldwide.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156641/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Jefferson Center Presents: Henhouse Prowlers — Bluegrass Dance Party

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Come early for a FREE 30 min dance lesson at 7:30.
The Henhouse Prowlers are a Chicago-based bluegrass quartet with a reach...

Jefferson Center Presents: Henhouse Prowlers — Bluegrass Dance Party

Braxton Cook is a New York-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose music moves fluidly between jazz, R&amp;B, and neo-soul, earning him recognition as one of the most compelling voices in contemporary music. His 2025 album "Not Everyone Can Go" was hailed as a standout jazz-soul release by DownBeat, Jazziz, ESSENCE, VIBE, and NPR, which called it "a triumph" and praised Cook for turning personal journey into "a celebration of growth, artistry and appreciation."
A six-time NPR Tiny Desk performer and designated "Tiny Desk All-Star," Cook has also made his mark as a collaborator, contributing to Taylor Swift's "Lavender Haze" and Giveon's "Tryna Be." His work has been covered by The New Yorker, Forbes, BET, and FADER. Previous albums include "Somewhere In Between", "No Doubt", and "Who Are You When No One Is Watching?" - each deepening a catalog celebrated for its emotional honesty and artistic range.‍Happens on the following Dates: Apr 30, 2027, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) Apr 30, 2027, 9:00pm to 10:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada) <a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156663/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp;&nbsp;More&nbsp;Info</a>

Local Event: Jefferson Center Presents: Braxton Cook

Jefferson Center Presents: Braxton Cook

Braxton Cook is a New York-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose music moves fluidly between jazz, R&B, and neo-soul,...

Marshall Charloff and The Purple Xperience are widely regarded as the most celebrated tribute to Prince in the world. Co-founded in Minneapolis in 2011 by Marshall Charloff and Matt "Doctor" Fink, keyboardist for Prince and The Revolution, the group has spent more than a decade performing for over one million fans across the United States and internationally.
Frontman Marshall Charloff is no ordinary tribute artist. Discovered at age 19 by producer Pepe Willie, the same mentor who discovered Prince, Charloff appears on 94 East recordings alongside Prince. A gifted multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, he has written and recorded for the Grammy-winning Commodores and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Little Anthony and The Imperials. He has fronted 25 major North American symphonies performing Prince's catalog and was featured in two full-length PBS broadcasts.
Every Purple Xperience show is performed completely live and entirely untracked, delivering an electrifying, authentic experience night after night.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156642/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets &amp;&nbsp;More Info</a>

Local Event: Jefferson Center Presents: Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience

Jefferson Center Presents: Marshall Charloff &...

Marshall Charloff and The Purple Xperience are widely regarded as the most celebrated tribute to Prince in the world....

Jefferson Center Presents: Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience

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Virginia Museum of Transportation

Celebrating grandparents, grandchildren and everyone in-between. Enjoy craft stations for kids, live music and free ice cream while touring exhibits together. Enjoy free face painting all day and purchase lunch at the on-site food truck.Grandparents enjoy free admission when visiting with a grandchild! General admission rates apply for all other guests. Admission includes all additional activities while supplies last, excluding vendor purchases. AARP backpacks will be provided to the first 200 children attending. The AARP giveaway is available while supplies last.Visit vmt.org for more details. * This is not an AARP event. Any information you provide to the host organization will be governed by its privacy policy.

Local Event: Grandparents' Day at the Museum of Transportation

Grandparents' Day at the Museum of Transportation

Celebrating grandparents, grandchildren and everyone in-between. Enjoy craft stations for kids, live music and free ice cream...

Melrose Branch Library

Social Security decision making requires advanced planning by individuals of all ages. It's important to clearly understand the program and seek information from a non-biased guide. AARP Community Ambassador Jack Whittington will be offering a free group presentation covering some of the questions and considerations you may be wondering about to assist future choices you may be making or possibly assisting someone for whom you care. The workshop will be held in a manner which allows for dialogue and discussion. No products or services will be promoted or sold at this event. A complimentary lunch will be provided for all registered participants.

Local Event: Understanding the Basics of Social Security

Understanding the Basics of Social Security

Social Security decision making requires advanced planning by individuals of all ages. It's important to clearly understand the...

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