Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas - Night 3: featuring Roanoke Valley SPCA Pet Costume Contest

Date and Time for this Past Event

Friday, Dec 15, 2023 6pm - 10pm

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Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas December 1, 8, 15 - 2023

The Roanoke Valley’s largest holiday celebration, Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas, returns taking place on the first three Friday nights in December.

Night 3 - December 15, 6pm - 10pm: Featuring the Roanoke Valley SPCA Pet Costume Contest

The beloved Roanoke Valley SPCA Pet Costume Contest returns, taking place on Salem Avenue at the Plaza behind the Market Building. Pet owners may start registering their pets at 5:30pm the night of the event. The contest begins at 6:30pm.

Categories: Best Holiday Theme, Crowd Favorite, Most Creative, and Funniest Costume

PARK Roanoke Silent Disco

Immerse yourself in a world of dancing never before seen at Dickens of a Christmas. PARK Roanoke is bringing the fun to Century Plaza with a silent disco! Grab a pair of wireless headphones and groove to the beats. The only catch? People not wearing headphones won't hear the music, creating a unique disco experience from 6pm to 9pm.

Northwest Ace S'mores Station

Indulge in the delightful flavors of winter at the Northwest Ace S'mores Station. Head to Salem Avenue behind the City Market Building to roast your marshmallow to golden perfection over a firepit and warm your hands at the same time. FREE pre-made kits include all of the s'more making essentials, including chocolate, graham crackers, and a marshmallow. Kits are available 6pm to 9pm while supplies last.

Dickens Highlights:

Holiday Vendors
Live performances
Kids Zone
Santa's Workshop

Learn about the other nights of Dickens

Please review the street closures for all three nights of Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas.

Volunteer at Dickens

Thank you to these great sponsors:

Delta Dental of VA
Radford University Carilion
The City of Roanoke
Gentry Locke Attorneys
WDBJ7 & WZBJ24
Q99, K92, Star Country, WFIR, The Vibe, The Rock Channel, & Sports Radio
PARK Roanoke
Northwest Ace Hardware
RJ Young