Delta Dental Party in Elmwood
The Best Outdoor Party in the Valley Returns for 2026!
Roanoke, it’s time! Delta Dental’s Party in Elmwood is turning up the volume this year with your favorite beach bands and brand‑new The Remix* nights, designed to bring even more energy to your summer Thursdays. Same great atmosphere — just more variety on stage!
Party in Elmwood takes place select Thursday nights from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm in Elmwood Park. Admission is $10 per person at the gate, cash only. Kids under 12 are free, with family-friendly activities provided.
- NEW! Clear Bag Policy Downtown Roanoke, Inc. now enforces a clear bag policy for events at Elmwood Park to enhance safety and speed entry. Allowed bags: One-gallon clear zip-seal bag, clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12", clear drawstring bags no larger than 17” x 13”. Small clutches (max 5.5" x 8.5"), medical and diaper bags are allowed but subject to inspection. MORE INFORMATION.
- Food and beverages served on-site. Alcoholic drinks are $5 and water is $2. Cash only. No outside food, drinks, or coolers allowed. Please support our vendors!
- Lawn chairs, blankets, and umbrellas are welcome.
Season Pass Sale Has Ended. These will be available for pickup outside of the admission gate the first two nights of Delta Dental Party in Elmwood from 4:00pm-5:00pm, (May 28 and June 4). If you arrive outside of that time, you can pick up your Season Pass at the Season Pass Holders’ Admission tent outside of the admission gate.
2026 Party in Elmwood Schedule
- May 28th: The Kings (Food Truck: The Copper Dog & Co)
- June 4th: The Embers ft. Craig Woolward (Food Truck: Dale's Diner)
- June 11th: Chicago Rewired* (Food Truck: The Hot Dog Girl)
- June 18th: Too Much Sylvia (Food Truck TBD)
- June 25th: REO Survivor & Company* (Food Truck: Copper Dog & Co)
- July 9th: The Domino Band (Food Truck: The Hot Dog Girl)
- July 23rd: The Band of Oz (Food Truck: Dale's Diner)
- July 30th: Kids in America* (Food Truck: Mountain Grille)
- August 6th: Maggie Baugh* (Food Truck TBD)
- August 13th: Y2K Kids* (Food Truck: The Hot Dog Girl)
- August 20th: The Kings (Food Truck: Mountain Grille)
*What Is The Remix?
This year, we’re introducing THE REMIX special evenings where we mix in bands with a fresh, modern sound. Think the same fun, welcoming Party in Elmwood atmosphere you love, just with a little extra variety on stage.
Volunteers
Each season we partner with local non-profits who help us by volunteering at our shows. In turn, DRI makes a donation to these wonderful organizations. This year's partner non-profits are Giving Back Society, Angels of Assisi, and the Roanoke Valley Shag Club.
If your group is interested in providing 10-12 volunteers, please email TylerM@DowntownRoanoke.org.
A huge thanks to our awesome sponsors!
