Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge

26/01/2025

Explore the Harrison Museum of African American Culture's permanent collection ❤ The museum aims to cultivate an appreciation of contemporary art, history, and offers memorabilia, photographs, and objects relating to the African-American experience in the Roanoke Valley. ❤ Spend an afternoon in the museum, located inside the Center in the Square in Downtown Roanoke!

Virginia is for Lovers | Downtown Roanoke, Inc.

25/01/2025

We ❤ the seasonal and always creative menu at bloom | restaurant & wine-bar. Led by Chef Nate, these shareable, tapas-style dishes are perfect for date night, Saturday brunch, or family gatherings.❤ Located in the Wasena neighborhood of Roanoke, VA, this spot is close to the Greenway (check out Roanoke Mountain Adventures for e-bike rentals) and River Rock Climbing. For a cozier way to spend the day, head across the street to RND Coffee for a hot latte or Affogato, then pick up a delicious treat at Kind Baking Co. 😍

⭐Reserve your visit here: https://www.bloomrke.com/reserve

Virginia is for Lovers

25/01/2025

Virginia's Blue Ridge is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic getaway!❤ (Note to self- Valentine's Day falls on a Friday this year!🎉) Enjoy a weekend away at one of our region's boutique hotels or the iconic Hotel Roanoke! Dine at nearby award-winning restaurant, explore art galleries and a variety of museums, and adventure outdoors to experience our regions natural gems (via overlooks, hiking trails, scenic views, waterways, and more!).

⭐Plan your itinerary here: https://www.visitroanokeva.com/things-to-do/

Virginia is for Lovers

23/01/2025

We could go for the Mermaid Bowl, cold pressed juices, or Superfood Smoothies from Fruits and Roots Roanoke any day or the year 😍

⭐ Did you know? Locals have declared it the "Best Place for Healthy Eating" and "Best Vegan Menu", through The Roanoker Magazine's Dining Awards!

⭐Located in Downtown Roanoke, they offer up raw, plant-based, organic juice and smoothies. Our favorite combo? A smoothie bowl topped with house-made granola🎉

Virginia is for Lovers | Downtown Roanoke, Inc.

23/01/2025

Public art + LOVE? Yes, please! The month of love may be February, but we ❤ these selfie-ready spots around the region year-round!

❤LOVE mural at 22 S Roanoke St in Fincastle, VA
❤Traveling LOVE sign in Salem, VA (check the City of Salem's website for current location!)
❤LOVE sign at The Humble Hustle Company, Inc.
❤LOVE sign at the Swinging Bridge at 19908 Main St in Buchanan, VA

Virginia is for Lovers | City of Salem - City Hall | Botetourt County

21/01/2025

We're excited to see Roanoke's very own Gordon Wadsworth in his attempt to break the longstanding course record of the Maah Daah Hey 100! Check the details below to join the pre-movie party before heading to the main event on January 30!

⭐️Did you know? Gordon has been the course technical director and partner recruiting the USA Cycling Endurance and Marathon Mountain Bike Championship, that takes place later this summer in Virginia’s Blue Ridge! 🥳

⭐️5:00 p.m. Pre-Movie Party at Cardinal Bicycle in Grandin Village
⭐️6:00 p.m. Doors Open at The Grandin Theatre
⭐️7:00 p.m. Show Time! 🥳 (check out the trailer here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=usKyRk4XY74&t=190s)

⭐️Movie summary- Gordon Wadsworth and Thomas "the Hitman" Turner try to take down Kelly Magelky's long standing course record. But the pair doesn't know what they are getting into and their adventure in the Badlands will galvanize their friendship beyond anything they could have anticipated.

⭐️Net proceeds benefit Roanoke Star Cycling--Roanoke's youth cycling team. Roanoke Stars promotes youth cycling for new riders, experienced youth athletes, and everyone in between.
Learn more about the team here: www.roanokestarcycling.org

21/01/2025

Visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge and Statue, featuring quotes from Dr. King ❤ They stand as a powerful symbol of the region's rich African American heritage and history. They're also located near the former Hotel Dumas on Henry Street, which was known for being the spot of legendary late-night jam sessions with musical icons like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Count Basie!

✨In honor of Martin Luther King Day, check out our blog post for a variety of ways to celebrate the life of Dr. King throughout the year. Plan a visit to the Booker T. Washington National Monument in Franklin County, see the Henrietta Lacks statue on display in Downtown Roanoke, explore the immersive virtual experience of Hidden In Plain Site, and so much more. www.visitroanokeva.com/blog/post/martin-luther-king-day-in-virginias-blue-ridge/

Virginia is for Lovers

18/01/2025

We ❤ wintry scenes from our region, including these snowy shots of Downtown Roanoke! With all four seasons to enjoy, we enjoy discovering adventures within each one. Whether it's for a romantic getaway (hello, V-Day!) or a fun family vacation, Downtown Roanoke offers up endless itinerary options.

⭐Stay the night at the iconic Hotel Roanoke or at a cozy boutique spot like The Liberty Trust or Fire Station One
⭐Explore a variety of museums like Harrison Museum of African American Culture, the Taubman Museum of Art, or the Virginia Museum of Transportation, to name just a few!
⭐Enjoy brunch at The Hatch or Scrambled
⭐Dine at Stock Bistro & Bar, Fortunato, or Lucky Restaurant for dinner
⭐Take in the scenery from above at the Roanoke Star, which sits atop Mill Mountain

Virginia is for Lovers

18/01/2025

VBR is featured in the The Frederick News-Post 🎉 We're grateful to author Shuan Butcher, who attended MATPRA when we hosted it here in VBR, for sharing a fantastic list of must-visit spots, including the Booker T. Washington National Monument in Franklin County, Virginia, the Taubman Museum of Art in Downtown Roanoke, and more! 😊

⭐Read the article here: www.fredericknewspost.com/news/arts_and_entertainment/visiting-the-star-city-of-the-south/article_b22e219c-dd49-5ec9-807a-69ecfd74a623.html

Virginia is for Lovers | Franklin County, VA | Visit Franklin County, Virginia

17/01/2025

13/01/2025

Needing inspo for Dry January? We've got you covered on our latest blog post! 🎉 From mocktails to smoothies, refreshers to cups of coffee, we've rounded up spots throughout the region to enjoy a delicious drink, sans alcohol ❤

⭐Discover your new favorite drink here: www.visitroanokeva.com/blog/post/where-to-enjoy-dry-january-mocktails-drinks-in-virginias-blue-ridge/

⭐Pictured: Sweet Donkey Coffee

Virginia is for Lovers

12/01/2025

We ❤ the delicious and healthy options at One Love Coffee House in Troutville, VA! For a complete metro mountain adventure, we recommend pairing your stop for acai bowls, breakfast sandwiches, and more, with a nearby scenic hike in Botetourt County 😍

📍5441 Lee Hwy, Troutville, VA 24175

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11/01/2025

Valentine's Day is around the corner and we're loving the comfy rooms, delicious food, craft cocktails, and close proximity to nearby attractions that Rowland Hotel offers up 😍 Enjoy their suite and balcony room options, steak and seafood dinner at the restaurant located on the main level, and the fun antique shopping scene just outside the door in Salem, VA!

⭐Plan your getaway here: https://rowlandhotel.com/

City of Salem - City Hall | Virginia is for Lovers

11/01/2025

Cheers to Roanoke's Restaurant Week, happening Jan 17 - Jan 26! 🥂Learn all about the participating restaurants and price points, including specials at Six And Sky Rooftop Grille (pictured) here- www.downtownroanoke.org/events/signature-events/restaurant-week

⭐ Check out 25 fun events happening this month on our latest blog post here: www.visitroanokeva.com/blog/post/events-january-virginia-blue-ridge-mountains/

Virginia is for Lovers | Downtown Roanoke, Inc.

09/01/2025

We ❤ cheering on our Rail Yard Dawgs at Berglund Center! Check out the fun themed games they have on deck this month:

🍻Thursday, Jan 16 - Thirsty Thursday ($3 select beers, all game)
🚗Saturday, Jan 18 - Diesel 500 (Remote control car races on ice during intermission)
🦆Friday, Jan 24 - Mighty Dawgs Night (play on Mighty Ducks)

⭐Learn more here: www.railyarddawgs.com

Virginia is for Lovers

08/01/2025

We ❤ these wintry scenes from Town of Buchanan, VA!