Roanoke Railroader Steam Excursion
Thu, Jul 02
|Grandin Court Baptist Church
Celebrate the Fourth of July holiday weekend with four days of contra dancing, live music, workshops, and community in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Roanoke, Virginia.
Time & Location
Jul 02, 2026, 7:00 PM – Jul 05, 2026, 11:00 PM
Grandin Court Baptist Church, 2660 Brambleton Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015, USA
About the event
Traditionally held over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Exact dates vary slightly from year to year.
Spend your Independence Day holiday immersed in music, dancing, and Appalachian hospitality at the Roanoke RailRoader Contra Dance Weekend. This annual gathering welcomes dancers from across the country for an unforgettable long weekend featuring nationally recognized bands and callers, lively contra dancing, workshops, waltzing, social events, and outdoor adventures.
Held in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, RailRoader combines outstanding dancing with opportunities to explore Roanoke through hiking, biking, local attractions, and holiday festivities. Whether you're an experienced contra dancer or attending your first dance weekend, you'll find a welcoming community and an exciting schedule of activities.
Event Highlights
Four days of contra dancing
Live music by nationally recognized bands