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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Clean Valley Council Announces Information for the Roanoke Earth Day Celebration 2026
Roanoke, VA — Following a successful and well-attended 2025 event, Clean Valley Council will present Roanoke’s Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Grandin Village, bringing the community together once again to celebrate the planet through education, connection, and local action.
The 2026 theme, “Choose the Planet Over Plastic,” builds on the momentum of last year’s celebration and shines a spotlight on the everyday choices that reduce plastic waste and help protect local waterways, wildlife, and ecosystems.
Held annually in the heart of Grandin Village, the Roanoke Earth Day Celebration has become a beloved community tradition. In 2025, thousands of attendees gathered for a full day of live music, hands-on activities, environmental education, and engagement with local businesses and nonprofit organizations focused on sustainability and stewardship.
Last year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” emphasized collective responsibility and renewable energy, reinforcing the idea that positive environmental change begins at the local level. Organizers say the 2026 event continues that mission by encouraging residents to take practical steps toward a cleaner, healthier future.
“The Roanoke Earth Day Celebration is about empowering people to make choices for our Earth that matter,” said Courtney Plaster, Executive Director of Clean Valley Council. “Education about our environmental impact is key. When we reduce waste, promote sustainable practicies, and protect our local environment, those choices ripple outward and make a real difference. ”
The 2026 celebration will feature:
• 🌱 Local vendors and eco-conscious businesses
• ♻️ Environmental education and interactive exhibits
• 🎶 Live music and family-friendly activities
• 💚 Opportunities to connect with organizations working to protect the region’s natural resources
Vendor applications for the 2026 Roanoke Earth Day Celebration will be opening soon. Local businesses, nonprofits, artisans, and organizations aligned with sustainability and environmental education are encouraged to watch for the upcoming call for vendors.
Additional programming announcements and vendor information will be released in the coming weeks.
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Event Details
Roanoke Earth Day Celebration 2026
Presented by Clean Valley Council
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Grandin Village, Roanoke, Virginia
🎯 Theme: Choose the Planet Over Plastic
For updates and event information, visit www.cleanvalley.org
and follow Roanoke Earth Day Celebration on social media.

Ever wondered what it’s like to experience 40 countries in a single day?
At the 65th International Street Fair, you can do exactly that!

Explore global customs and traditions brought to life by Virginia Tech’s international and cultural student organizations. Stroll through vibrant booths filled with demonstrations, cultural displays, music, and Hokies dressed in stunning traditional attire. Enjoy hands‑on activities, traditional games, arts, crafts, and unique items created by students.

The fair kicks off with the Global Cultural Parade, showcasing celebrated cultures from around the world. Then stick around for dynamic performances—dancers, singers, and talented instrumentalists lighting up the stage in front of Torgersen Bridge.

Come hungry! We’ll have 16 food trucks serving international and cultural cuisines from across Virginia. Bring the whole family and stop by the Global Kids Zone, sponsored by Falin Life Sciences, for a free craft to make and take home.

This free event is dedicated to support veterans, veterans’ spouses, families and support personnel. It is open to the public, as well.

Veterans Affairs will be on site for Veterans, Spouses, Nutrition, Health. Other features includes Chaplain services, meditation, Tai Chi, Yoga, Suicide Prevention Training, Cornhole Tournament, Reiki, Live Music, Food Truck and more.

Virginia Women's Music Festival - A music festival created exclusively for women, by women. Held Memorial Day Weekend in May every year at CampOut in Kents Store, VA. Celebrating women artists, community, and music in the woods. CampOut has multiple camping options. The Music festival hosts 15 artists over 3 days, nightly dances and bonfires, 5k trail run, drumming circles, Memorial Day Ceremony, camping and various workshops.

This is a fundraising festival for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Montgomery County. Raffles and silent auctions ill winclude gift cards from local restaurants and businesses, new household and gardening tool sets, birding supplies, original artwork, and surprise items from Dolly Parton. Funds r. aised will support free books distributed to children under the age of five. Parents can enjoy the plant sale and bake sale. Young children can enjoy StoryTime with Joelle, hand painting and free games. Come have fun and help us raise money for the Imagination Library of Montgomery County

Rooted in African American history and cultural expression, Sweet Honey In The Rock stands as a powerful artistic force that educates, entertains, and empowers through the transformative medium of a cappella song and American Sign Language interpretation. For over four decades, the ensemble has created music that speaks to spiritual resilience, social justice, and collective healing, inviting audiences into a shared space of reflection and connection. Their work transcends performance, functioning as both artistic expression and cultural testimony—uplifting voices, honoring lived experiences, and inspiring communities to engage more deeply with one another and the world around them.

Guided by the spirit of #LoveInEvolution, this presentation celebrates love as an active, evolving practice—one rooted in truth, awareness, and compassion. Drawing inspiration from the words of James Baldwin, the program calls us to see more clearly, care more deeply, and act more justly. Through layered harmonies, storytelling, and movement, Sweet Honey In The Rock creates an inclusive experience that welcomes people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Their music reminds us that love is not passive; it is a conscious choice to build bridges, nurture understanding, and imagine a more equitable and humane future together.

🍁FALL FEST at Bingo Beer Co.🍁

Crisp air, cozy vibes, and handcrafted finds — fall is here and we’re celebrating in the best way. 💛

Join us for a special Fall Market filled with seasonal treasures, talented local makers, and all the RVA community love in one place. Skip the big box stores and shop thoughtfully from small businesses that pour heart into everything they create.

Browse an incredible lineup of local artists and makers offering:
🛍️ Handmade home décor
🎨 Original art
💎 Jewelry
👕 Apparel & accessories
🕯️ Seasonal goods + unique finds

🍺 Great beer & cocktails
🍂 Cozy autumn atmosphere
💛 A community that truly shows up for local

Grab your friends, bring the family, and make a day of it — sip, stroll, and discover something special while supporting the small businesses that keep Richmond creative and thriving.

✨ FREE EVENT ✨
🛍️ #FallMarket #ShopLocal #RVAMakers #SupportSmall #RVAEvents #ScottsAddition

👉 VENDORS: Apply at artisanmakers.org

Follow us in Instagram @artisanmakersrva

🎄✨2-DAY HOLIDAY MARKET at Strangeways Brewing ✨🎄

Two full days to shop small, sip local, and get into the holiday spirit. 💛

Join us for a WEEKEND HOLIDAY MARKET celebrating the hardworking local makers, artists, and small businesses that keep RVA creative and thriving.

🗓️ Saturday & Sunday | 12PM – 5PM
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Skip the big box stores and shop intentionally this season. Every dollar spent stays local — supporting real families, real dreams, and real small businesses in our community.

Browse a thoughtfully curated lineup of artisans featuring:
🛍️ Handmade home décor
🎨 Original art
💎 Jewelry
👕 Apparel
🌿 Wellness goods
🎁 Unique, meaningful holiday gifts

🍺 Craft beer flowing
🎶 Festive holiday vibes
🤝 Meet the makers
💛 A community that truly shows up for local

Grab your friends, bring the family, and make a weekend of it — sip, stroll, and check off your gift list while investing back into RVA.

✨ FREE EVENT ✨
🛍️ #HolidayMarket #ShopLocal #RVAMakers #SupportSmall #RVAEvents

👉 VENDORS: Apply at www.artisanmakers.org

Follow our events on IG at artisanmakersva

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 19, 2026, 12:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 20, 2026, 12:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

🎄✨2-DAY HOLIDAY MARKET at Strangeways Brewing ✨🎄

Two full days to shop small, sip local, and get into the holiday spirit. 💛

Join us for a WEEKEND HOLIDAY MARKET celebrating the hardworking local makers, artists, and small businesses that keep RVA creative and thriving.

🗓️ Saturday & Sunday | 12PM – 5PM
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Skip the big box stores and shop intentionally this season. Every dollar spent stays local — supporting real families, real dreams, and real small businesses in our community.

Browse a thoughtfully curated lineup of artisans featuring:
🛍️ Handmade home décor
🎨 Original art
💎 Jewelry
👕 Apparel
🌿 Wellness goods
🎁 Unique, meaningful holiday gifts

🍺 Craft beer flowing
🎶 Festive holiday vibes
🤝 Meet the makers
💛 A community that truly shows up for local

Grab your friends, bring the family, and make a weekend of it — sip, stroll, and check off your gift list while investing back into RVA.

✨ FREE EVENT ✨
🛍️ #HolidayMarket #ShopLocal #RVAMakers #SupportSmall #RVAEvents

👉 VENDORS: Apply at www.artisanmakers.org

Follow our events on IG at artisanmakersva

Happens on the following Dates:
Dec 19, 2026, 12:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dec 20, 2026, 12:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)