The Roanoke Times Dickens of a Christmas kicks off Starr Anderson December 3, 2015 1 minute read It’s that time again, Dickens of a Christmas returns to downtown Roanoke for the first three Friday nights of this month. WFIR’s Starr Anderson has more details: Share: Post navigation Previous: Lawrence in final month as Town Manager in VintonNext: Ye Olde Christmas in Salem Related Stories Virginia assault weapons ban draws GOP criticism ahead of July 1 start Ian Price May 18, 2026 U.S. Supreme Court denies Virginia Dems appeal on referendum vote Gene Marrano May 15, 2026 The Roanoke Region Food and Farm Trail officially launches Gene Marrano May 15, 2026