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It’s Friday! That means its time to have some fun, and after a little haitus, getdowntown is back to tell you just how to do that. It’s going to be a busy weekend Downtown so let’s get started.
Friday evening- you just got off work and you’re hungry; we need to do something about that. Not everybody hears “Downtown Roanoke” and thinks of delicious fresh seafood, but those people have never been to Horizon Bar and Grill. Horizon also has one of the best wine selections you’re going to find in Roanoke. For such high quality food, it’s very reasonably priced.
After dinner it’s time for Movies in the Park! Tonight is a double feature showing Gnomeo & Juliet and then Toy Story 3, both movies are rated G but these are two films that anybody can appreciate. The first movie will start at dark (around 8:45 for the less astronomically inclined).
Let’s continue our theme of great outdoor entertainment by taking a walk over to Century Plaza for No Shame Theater, starting at 11 pm. I recommend making a stop at Frogurt on the way, ($10 worth of yogurt for $5 with this week’s Groupon!). No Shame Theater is a place where anything can happen, and usually does. All perfomances are under five minutes so no matter how long you stay you’ll get to see a variety of acts.
Friday’s foul-weather back-up plan: Just in case it rains go to Shadowbox at 8 pm to see Troll Hunter, this Norwegian film tells the tale of toublesome trolls living in the mountians and the government’s attempt to cover it up.
It’s Saturday so lets start the day at City Market Saturday. There are a ton of fresh peaches on the market right now and they are absoultley delectable. Also 202 Market is doing a special cooking demonstration, so come out and learn how to cook something fancy.
It’s time to grab a quick lunch before this weekends marquee event. I recommend the Roanoke Weiner Stand, a downtown institution for over 95 years! If for some reason you’ve never eaten there you need to stop reading and go get a hot dog right now. .
Now it’s finally time for what you’ve all been waiting for… Microfestivus! This a micro and craft beer festival in Elmwood Park featuring over 35 regional breweries and more than 100 different beers. Also featuring some great food and live music, Microfestivus is one of the biggest things to hit Downtown every year. Go to the website for more information.
You might be a little hungry after an afternoon of beer and music so let’s go to dinner at one of Downtown’s newest restuarunts. The Quarter offers cajun style cuise and drinks (try the hurricane) in an atmosphere that makes you think you’ll step out the door and onto Bourbon Street.
By now the sun has gone down and its time to experience some of Downtown’s noteworthy nightlife. With all the live music to choose from every weekend its hard to know just where to go, but that’s what I’m here for. Sol & Funk Root takes the stage at Martin’s at 10pm. Sol & Funk Root creates a unique blend of energitic rock, raw blues, reggae, and funk; and they are definitley my pick for live music Downtown tonight.
You can easily spend the rest of your night hanging out at Martin’s but just in case you want a change of pace or get a little hungry, you can always stop by Texas Tavern and enjoy a cheese western. Roanoke’s Millionaires Club is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so no matter how late you’re out you always have somewhere to go!
I hope this made your weekend a little more fun and always remmber to getdowntown!
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