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Spring Events in Virginia’s Blue Ridge<\/em><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n
As we spring forward and the weather gets warmer, Virginia’s Blue Ridge begins budding\u00a0with unique signature events and festivals.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
The Roanoke Region comes alive\u00a0as the flora blooms, creating the perfect backdrop for a metro mountain adventure. Whether you are experiencing vibrant\u00a0culture\u00a0at Local Colors, running America’s Toughest Road Marathon, or cheering for the RidgeYaks baseball team in Salem, you will savor every minute of your spring\u00a0getaway in Virginia’s Blue Ridge!<\/p>\n
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The following is a list of some of our most popular annual spring\u00a0events in\u00a0the Blue Ridge Mountains<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n
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Roanoke Arts Pop!<\/a>\u00a0 –\u00a0March 6-8
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<\/p>\n
More than 20 arts and culture organizations from across the region flock to the Taubman Museum of Art each spring to offer performances, demos, talks, and hands-on activities. This event is completely free, and it is the perfect family-friendly weekend full of art, science, technology, and more.<\/p>\n
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0March 14<\/h3>\n
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Roanoke was highlighted by Bustle<\/em> as one of the 10 Best St. Patrick’s Day Cities in the United States<\/a><\/strong> alongside other destinations\u00a0such as Chicago, Savannah, and Boston. See what makes the holiday so special as you enjoy the parade and various parties at local restaurants and bars during the festival.<\/p>\n
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Salem RidgeYaks Baseball<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0– April – September
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Cheer on the local baseball\u00a0team in Virginia’s Championship City during your next visit. Their home at the Salem Memorial Ballpark is surrounded by a stunning mountain backdrop and has been recognized as one of the best views in minor league baseball<\/a><\/strong>. Formerly the Salem Red Sox, the team’s new identity embodies the spirit of the region – be sure to pick up some branded merchandise during your stay!<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Down by Downtown Music Festival<\/a> – April 16-19
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Venue-hop over the course of four days in Downtown Roanoke as you listen to a variety of genres, from acoustic sets in intimate settings to national acts at the amphitheater in Elmwood Park. Find your new favorite artist at Freedom First’s Down by Downtown Music Festival!<\/p>\n
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Blue Ridge Kite Festival<\/a> – April 18<\/h3>\n
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![\"Blue](\"https:\/\/assets.simpleviewinc.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_441,q_75,w_660\/v1\/clients\/roanoke\/2023_Blue_Ridge_Kite_Festival_Green_Hill_Park_Roanoke_County_VA_26_e2e0312a-e2ec-4b3f-addd-bc98a81acdc1.jpg\")
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Head out to Green Hill Park for a Saturday packed with fun for the whole family, featuring thousands of colorful kites, food trucks, crafts, and activities.<\/p>\n
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Blue Ridge Marathon<\/a>\u00a0– April 18
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Runners from all over America flock to Roanoke to challenge themselves at America’s Toughest Road Race, which contains more elevation change than any other marathon in the country. Both participants and spectators can enjoy live music, food, and festivities\u00a0in the center of the action at Elmwood Park, where the race starts and finishes.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Vinton Dogwood Festival<\/a> – April 24-25
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Experience all that the spring season has to offer at\u00a0the oldest festival in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Watch the parade, listen to live music, check out the antique car show, and browse vendors at this community-focused celebration.<\/p>\n
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Buchanan Civil War History Weekend<\/a> – April 24-26<\/h3>\n
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Immerse yourself in history with full-scale battle reenactments, heritage craft demonstrations, and authentic camps demonstrating 19th-century life in the town of Buchanan.<\/p>\n
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Open Studios Tour<\/a> – April 25-26
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Get a unique opportunity to step inside the studios of local artists and experience their work and creative spaces firsthand. Meet sculptors, painters, jewelers, photographers, and more as you tour the place where their inspiration runs wild.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Roanoke Pride Festival<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0– April 26
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Celebrate the area’s LGBTQIA+ community with live entertainment, vendors, and interactive events that raise awareness. Spend the early weekend at the various kickoff parties in the Roanoke Region as you get ready for the downtown festival on Sunday.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Community School’s Strawberry Festival<\/a> – May 1-2<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Say farewell to the spring season and welcome summer at the Strawberry Festival in Elmwood Park. Browse the artisan marketplace, enjoy live entertainment and fun children’s activities, and eat your heart out with an impressive selection of handmade strawberry desserts.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Local Colors<\/a> – May 16
\n<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n
Travel around the globe without leaving downtown at Roanoke’s premier multicultural festival. Eat food, watch performances, shop with vendors, and learn from community partners from all over the world.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Festival in the Park<\/a> – May
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Hang out in the city all weekend long as you listen to music on multiple stages featuring everything from local bands to national headliners. Bring the whole family during the day to\u00a0explore the “Vendor Village” and dedicated family spaces, then enjoy the evening concerts that turn up the volume at the festival after dark.<\/p>\n
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Sidewalk Art Show<\/a> – May 30-31<\/h3>\n
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![\"Roanoke](\"https:\/\/assets.simpleviewinc.com\/simpleview\/image\/upload\/c_fill,h_439,q_75,w_660\/v1\/clients\/roanoke\/Roanoke_Sidewalk_Art_Show_83fd1e17-0873-4edf-bafb-03c3a2b8d35d.jpg\")
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Indulge in the arts on the streets surrounding the Taubman Museum of Art with vendor tents bustling with one-of-a-kind pieces. Chat with the artists and shop original paintings, etchings, photographs, sculptures, and more.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
This list of featured events is only a sampling of what happens in Virginia\u2019s Blue Ridge during the spring. Check out our Calendar of Events<\/strong> <\/a> for a complete list of what\u2019s going on in the region, and don\u2019t forget to subscribe to our e-newsletter<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for monthly updates and special features.<\/p>\n
\n
\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.visitroanokeva.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Spring Events in Virginia’s Blue Ridge
As we spring forward and the weather gets warmer, Virginia’s Blue Ridge begins budding\u00a0with unique signature events and festivals.
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<\/p>\n
Roanoke Arts Pop!<\/a>\u00a0 –\u00a0March 6-8
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
More than 20 arts and culture organizations from across the region flock to the Taubman Museum of Art each spring to offer performances, demos, talks, and hands-on activities. This event is completely free, and it is the perfect family-friendly weekend full of art, science, technology, and more.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival<\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0March 14<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Roanoke was highlighted by Bustle<\/em> as one of the 10 Best St. Patrick’s Day Cities in the United States<\/a><\/strong> alongside other destinations\u00a0such as Chicago, Savannah, and Boston. See what makes the holiday so special as you enjoy the parade and various parties at local restaurants and bars during the festival.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Salem RidgeYaks Baseball<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0– April – September
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Cheer on the local baseball\u00a0team in Virginia’s Championship City during your next visit. Their home at the Salem Memorial Ballpark is surrounded by a stunning mountain backdrop and has been recognized as one of the best views in minor league baseball<\/a><\/strong>. Formerly the Salem Red Sox, the team’s new identity embodies the spirit of the region – be sure to pick up some branded merchandise during your stay!<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Down by Downtown Music Festival<\/a> – April 16-19
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Venue-hop over the course of four days in Downtown Roanoke as you listen to a variety of genres, from acoustic sets in intimate settings to national acts at the amphitheater in Elmwood Park. Find your new favorite artist at Freedom First’s Down by Downtown Music Festival!<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Blue Ridge Kite Festival<\/a> – April 18<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Head out to Green Hill Park for a Saturday packed with fun for the whole family, featuring thousands of colorful kites, food trucks, crafts, and activities.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Blue Ridge Marathon<\/a>\u00a0– April 18
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Runners from all over America flock to Roanoke to challenge themselves at America’s Toughest Road Race, which contains more elevation change than any other marathon in the country. Both participants and spectators can enjoy live music, food, and festivities\u00a0in the center of the action at Elmwood Park, where the race starts and finishes.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Vinton Dogwood Festival<\/a> – April 24-25
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Experience all that the spring season has to offer at\u00a0the oldest festival in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Watch the parade, listen to live music, check out the antique car show, and browse vendors at this community-focused celebration.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Buchanan Civil War History Weekend<\/a> – April 24-26<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Immerse yourself in history with full-scale battle reenactments, heritage craft demonstrations, and authentic camps demonstrating 19th-century life in the town of Buchanan.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Open Studios Tour<\/a> – April 25-26
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Get a unique opportunity to step inside the studios of local artists and experience their work and creative spaces firsthand. Meet sculptors, painters, jewelers, photographers, and more as you tour the place where their inspiration runs wild.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Roanoke Pride Festival<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0– April 26
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Celebrate the area’s LGBTQIA+ community with live entertainment, vendors, and interactive events that raise awareness. Spend the early weekend at the various kickoff parties in the Roanoke Region as you get ready for the downtown festival on Sunday.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Community School’s Strawberry Festival<\/a> – May 1-2<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Say farewell to the spring season and welcome summer at the Strawberry Festival in Elmwood Park. Browse the artisan marketplace, enjoy live entertainment and fun children’s activities, and eat your heart out with an impressive selection of handmade strawberry desserts.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Local Colors<\/a> – May 16
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Travel around the globe without leaving downtown at Roanoke’s premier multicultural festival. Eat food, watch performances, shop with vendors, and learn from community partners from all over the world.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Festival in the Park<\/a> – May
\n<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Hang out in the city all weekend long as you listen to music on multiple stages featuring everything from local bands to national headliners. Bring the whole family during the day to\u00a0explore the “Vendor Village” and dedicated family spaces, then enjoy the evening concerts that turn up the volume at the festival after dark.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Sidewalk Art Show<\/a> – May 30-31<\/h3>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Indulge in the arts on the streets surrounding the Taubman Museum of Art with vendor tents bustling with one-of-a-kind pieces. Chat with the artists and shop original paintings, etchings, photographs, sculptures, and more.<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
This list of featured events is only a sampling of what happens in Virginia\u2019s Blue Ridge during the spring. Check out our Calendar of Events<\/strong> <\/a> for a complete list of what\u2019s going on in the region, and don\u2019t forget to subscribe to our e-newsletter<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for monthly updates and special features.<\/p>\n
\n
\n<\/p><\/div>\n
\u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.visitroanokeva.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Spring Events in Virginia’s Blue Ridge
As we spring forward and the weather gets warmer, Virginia’s Blue Ridge begins budding\u00a0with unique signature events and festivals.
The Roanoke Region comes alive\u00a0as the flora blooms, creating the perfect backdrop for a metro mountain adventure. Whether you are experiencing vibrant\u00a0culture\u00a0at Local […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2319918,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25179],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2319916","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-music"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Spring-Events-in-Roanoke-VA.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2319916"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2319919,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916\/revisions\/2319919"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2319918"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2319916"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2319916"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2319916"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
\n
<\/p>\n
Roanoke was highlighted by Bustle<\/em> as one of the 10 Best St. Patrick’s Day Cities in the United States<\/a><\/strong> alongside other destinations\u00a0such as Chicago, Savannah, and Boston. See what makes the holiday so special as you enjoy the parade and various parties at local restaurants and bars during the festival.<\/p>\n
Cheer on the local baseball\u00a0team in Virginia’s Championship City during your next visit. Their home at the Salem Memorial Ballpark is surrounded by a stunning mountain backdrop and has been recognized as one of the best views in minor league baseball<\/a><\/strong>. Formerly the Salem Red Sox, the team’s new identity embodies the spirit of the region – be sure to pick up some branded merchandise during your stay!<\/p>\n
Venue-hop over the course of four days in Downtown Roanoke as you listen to a variety of genres, from acoustic sets in intimate settings to national acts at the amphitheater in Elmwood Park. Find your new favorite artist at Freedom First’s Down by Downtown Music Festival!<\/p>\n
Head out to Green Hill Park for a Saturday packed with fun for the whole family, featuring thousands of colorful kites, food trucks, crafts, and activities.<\/p>\n
Runners from all over America flock to Roanoke to challenge themselves at America’s Toughest Road Race, which contains more elevation change than any other marathon in the country. Both participants and spectators can enjoy live music, food, and festivities\u00a0in the center of the action at Elmwood Park, where the race starts and finishes.<\/p>\n
Experience all that the spring season has to offer at\u00a0the oldest festival in Virginia’s Blue Ridge. Watch the parade, listen to live music, check out the antique car show, and browse vendors at this community-focused celebration.<\/p>\n
Immerse yourself in history with full-scale battle reenactments, heritage craft demonstrations, and authentic camps demonstrating 19th-century life in the town of Buchanan.<\/p>\n
Get a unique opportunity to step inside the studios of local artists and experience their work and creative spaces firsthand. Meet sculptors, painters, jewelers, photographers, and more as you tour the place where their inspiration runs wild.<\/p>\n
Celebrate the area’s LGBTQIA+ community with live entertainment, vendors, and interactive events that raise awareness. Spend the early weekend at the various kickoff parties in the Roanoke Region as you get ready for the downtown festival on Sunday.<\/p>\n
Say farewell to the spring season and welcome summer at the Strawberry Festival in Elmwood Park. Browse the artisan marketplace, enjoy live entertainment and fun children’s activities, and eat your heart out with an impressive selection of handmade strawberry desserts.<\/p>\n
Travel around the globe without leaving downtown at Roanoke’s premier multicultural festival. Eat food, watch performances, shop with vendors, and learn from community partners from all over the world.<\/p>\n
Hang out in the city all weekend long as you listen to music on multiple stages featuring everything from local bands to national headliners. Bring the whole family during the day to\u00a0explore the “Vendor Village” and dedicated family spaces, then enjoy the evening concerts that turn up the volume at the festival after dark.<\/p>\n
Indulge in the arts on the streets surrounding the Taubman Museum of Art with vendor tents bustling with one-of-a-kind pieces. Chat with the artists and shop original paintings, etchings, photographs, sculptures, and more.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n This list of featured events is only a sampling of what happens in Virginia\u2019s Blue Ridge during the spring. Check out our Calendar of Events<\/strong> <\/a> for a complete list of what\u2019s going on in the region, and don\u2019t forget to subscribe to our e-newsletter<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for monthly updates and special features.<\/p>\n
\u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.visitroanokeva.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Spring Events in Virginia’s Blue Ridge
As we spring forward and the weather gets warmer, Virginia’s Blue Ridge begins budding\u00a0with unique signature events and festivals.
The Roanoke Region comes alive\u00a0as the flora blooms, creating the perfect backdrop for a metro mountain adventure. Whether you are experiencing vibrant\u00a0culture\u00a0at Local […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2319918,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25179],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2319916","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-music"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Spring-Events-in-Roanoke-VA.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2319916"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2319919,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319916\/revisions\/2319919"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2319918"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2319916"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2319916"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2319916"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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<\/p>\nSalem RidgeYaks Baseball<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0– April – September
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<\/p>\nDown by Downtown Music Festival<\/a> – April 16-19
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<\/p>\nBlue Ridge Kite Festival<\/a> – April 18<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nBlue Ridge Marathon<\/a>\u00a0– April 18
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<\/p>\nVinton Dogwood Festival<\/a> – April 24-25
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<\/p>\nBuchanan Civil War History Weekend<\/a> – April 24-26<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nFestival in the Park<\/a> – May
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<\/p>\nSidewalk Art Show<\/a> – May 30-31<\/h3>\n
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