Urban camping is back in Roanoke this weekend Gene Marrano April 16, 2015 1 min read This weekend the Down by Downtown Music Festival and the Blue Ridge Marathon take place in Roanoke … some out-of-town visitors – a few locals as well – plan to do some “urban camping” as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Continue Reading Previous: Dr Pepper Park is name for new venueNext: Heater causes Roanoke house fire Related Stories 1 min read Pancakes for a purpose. It’s time for the Kiwanis Pancake and Auction Day Denise Membreno May 8, 2025 1 min read The 34th Local Colors Festival: food, music and dancing Denise Membreno May 8, 2025 2 min read Downtown Roanoke hosts national and local talent for Street Performer Expo Ian Price May 8, 2025