WDBJ7's Star City Slide - June 28 & 29

The ULTIMATE URBAN 800 ft long water slide in the heart of Roanoke, benefiting the Downtown Ambassador Program!

Ready to make a splash? Experience the thrill of skimming down the 2nd street bridge as it transforms into a giant, 800 ft waterslide! Enjoy spectacular views of Downtown Roanoke during your adrenaline-pumping ride. Slide into Summer with our two-day, fun-filled event for all ages.

Each time slot offers 2 hours of unlimited slide time!

Time slots:

10am - 12pm (Saturday only)
12pm-2pm
2pm-4pm
4pm-6pm
6pm-8pm
8-10pm (Saturday only – Adult Slide)

Age and Height Restrictions:

Children under 3 years old are not allowed to slide.
Children aged 4–7 years old must ride with a parent.
Must be at least 46 inches tall or 7 years old to slide alone.
Children under 46 inches tall must slide with an adult.

A liability waiver must also be completed at the time of purchase.

All tickets are final. No refunds or Exchanges.

If the event must be rescheduled due to severe weather, your ticket will carry over to the "rescheduled dates" on July 12 & 13.

Buy Tickets

We expect this event to sell out, so we strongly encourage purchasing tickets as soon as possible! Tickets sold online only. We will not sell tickets at the gate; however, they can be purchased via your mobile device at any time.

Additional Details

Where:

On the 2nd Street Bridge at the intersection of Gainsboro Rd NW, Salem Ave SW, and 2nd St SW. (View on Google Maps)

What to wear:

Come wearing what you plan to slide in. Dress for hot weather and you will get wet! Sneakers are not allowed on the slide. Pool shoes and sandals are permitted (please do not drag your feet)!

Storage lockers will be available on-site. DRI is not responsible for lost or stolen items at this event.

Extras:

Don't forget to bring money!
Food will be available for purchase from Roanoke City Schools' student-led food trucks
Your tube rental is included in your ticket fee, courtesy of Cox!

Parking:

There is plenty of parking nearby. We recommend PARK Roanoke lots and garages because they usually have lower rates than privately owned parking. The current City rate is $1 per half hour, with a daily maximum of $8. The closest options are Campbell Garage, Warehouse Row Lot, and Church Garage.

Volunteer:

Are you interested in volunteering for Star City Slide? We'd love to have you!