Community School's 46th Annual Strawberry Festival

Schedule

Fri, 01 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke | Roanoke, VA

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FREE Two Day Event! Homemade strawberry shortcakes, strawberry sundaes and chocolate-dipped strawberries at Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke!
About this Event

Festival Hours: Friday, May 1 from 11am-6:00pm and Saturday, May 2 from 10am-4pm RAIN OR SHINE.

This is a FREE two-day, family friendly event celebrating the strawberry and signaling the beginning of festival season in the Roanoke Valley! Entering its 46th year as a fundraising event for Community School, the festival draws attendees from across the Blue Ridge who stop by each year to get their annual Strawberry Shortcake fix. Enjoy artisan vendors, musical entertainment and so much more.

Find more information on our Facebook page and through our website.

Dessert tickets are non-refundable and will be honored only during Festival hours each day.


FAQs

Do I need to reserve a General Admission ticket?

No, it is a free event! You may sign up for a General Admission ticket to get on our mailing list and get updates about dessert ticket sales and other important event details. Dessert tickets will be available for purchase in early April!

Are my tickets valid for either day?

Yes! We are listed on Eventbrite as a two-day long event beginning May 1. Dessert tickets purchased are valid for Friday, May 1 or Saturday, May 2. Tickets are NOT day specific. Check back closer to the festival date for shortcake and other food and drink tickets to go live.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

[email protected] or message us on Facebook @strawberryfestivalroanokeva

What's the refund policy?

Dessert tickets are non-refundable and will be honored during festival hours only. Desserts are guaranteed until 1:00 p.m. Saturday. Refunds can not be issued if we sell out after 1p.m.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No. You may print your ticket or simply save the ticket on your phone for scanning.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes! Crowd and kid-friendly, leashed pets are allowed.

Where in Elmwood Park will you be located?

You'll find us in our usual spot near the Amphiteather and Fountain Walkway!


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Elmwood Park, Downtown Roanoke, 706 S Jefferson Street, Roanoke, United States

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