(from News Release) Freedom First Down by Downtown is back with a socially-distanced concert at Elmwood Park, highlighting live music in Downtown Roanoke. Down by Downtown is a three-day music festival, April 16-18, overflowing with energy with shows at venues throughout Downtown Roanoke. Performances include a variety of genres and flip from intimate acoustic affairs rocking vibes.The concert at Elmwood Park follows the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and features pod-style, socially distanced seating to ensure a safe setting.Sit in the sun at the all-outdoor venue where you and up to a small group of friends can snag space in the grass to yourselves. Pods can have up to four people and hillside grass seating can have up to 10 people. (All groups must maintain at least 6-feet of separation.) Canned beer bars by Starr Hill and Three Notch’d will allow for fast and safe service, and you can bring your own picnic or snacks. The Elmwood Park concert on April 17 features three regional bands runs and from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are just $10 a person and are on sale now at downbydowntown.com. Ticket sales will be limited to provide a safe space for attendees. “The Roanoke Outside Foundation developed a model for a safe, socially distanced concert during GO Fest,” said Julia Boas, events director for the Roanoke Outside Foundation.
