GoFest expected to draw up to 40K to downtown Roanoke this weekend Gene Marrano October 13, 2023 1 minute read An event that draws on Roanoke’s natural beauty returns this weekend. WFIR’s Alex Torres with what you need to know about the Go Outside Festival, or GoFest: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke Mayor Sherman Lea on Washington Park pool and moreNext: Two restaurants join to bring Asian fusion to downtown Roanoke Related Stories Virginia Tech study finds pet dogs outperform humans in spotted lanternfly searches Ian Price June 10, 2026 Baby Buri author brings her illustrated books to Roanoke Gene Marrano June 9, 2026 VA250 close to home – In Depth. Who was Andrew Lewis? Gene Marrano June 9, 2026