Events Calendar
Annual festivals, weekly markets, Radford University arts & performances, and library programs.
Annual Festivals & Events
Radford Community Fest
East Main Street, Downtown Radford
A free annual street festival with over 100 local vendors, five food trucks, live music on the main stage all day, street performers, and community engagement activities. Downtown merchants participate with specials and open houses.
Learn MoreRadford Highlanders Festival
Radford University Main Campus
A partnership between Radford University and the City of Radford celebrating 25+ years of Scottish-Irish heritage. Featuring Highland games, sheep herding demos, Celtic rock music by acts like Tartan Terrors, food vendors, and clan heritage exhibits. Draws an estimated 10,000 attendees.
Learn MoreRadford Farmers Market
600 Unruh Drive (Glencoe Fields), Downtown Radford
A weekly open-air market featuring local produce, eggs, meats, cut and potted flowers, spices, bath and body products, homemade baked goods, crafts, and plants. Live music every Saturday with rotating food trucks on site. Credit cards accepted.
Contact: (540) 639-2202 · City Website
Radford University Events
Most visual and performing arts events at RU are free and open to the public. Check the official calendar for exact dates and ticket info.
Visual Arts
- Art exhibitions at the Art Museum on Tyler & Covington Gallery
- Juried Student Art Show (March–April)
- B.F.A. Studio Art & Graphic Design Shows (April)
- M.F.A. Art Show (April)
- Southwest Virginia Regional High School Exhibition (March)
Music (Free Admission)
- Campus Band & Symphonic Wind Ensemble concerts at Davis Performance Hall
- International Guitar Festival (April)
- Jazz Ensemble & Guitar Ensemble concerts
- Choir Concert & Honors Recital
- Community Symphony and Chamber Strings
Theatre & Dance
- Main stage productions at the Artis Center (e.g., Little Shop of Horrors)
- Student Choreography Showcase (free admission)
- Spring Dance Concert
- Directing II: Making a Scene (free, tickets required)
Design & Fashion
- Spring Fashion Fête Fashion Show (April)
- Senior Interior Design Show at Covington Center
- Senior Fashion Design Window Exhibition
Career & Academic
- Spring Career Fair & Just In Time Career Fair (April)
- Education Career Fair
- Commencement Ceremonies (May & December)
Radford Public Library Programs
Family Movie & Snack
Free family movie screenings with snacks — first Fridays
Books & Brews
Monthly book discussion at Long Way Brewing
Storytime for Littles and Bigs
Pre-reading skill programs for young children — multiple times weekly
LEGO Club
Creative play sessions for ages 3 and up
Author Talks (Online)
Virtual author talks and book discussions
Lamplighters Book Sale
Semi-annual book sale fundraiser — great prices on books & DVDs
Career Corner
Monthly career guidance and resources
Community Support Group
For adults caring for aging loved ones or individuals with dementia
Full schedule: Radford Public Library Calendar