Good morning, Roanoke.

The Taubman Museum of Art will host the 6th Roanoke Arts Pop event this Friday and Saturday, where about 30 local nonprofits and a few groups from NRV will offer cultural displays and interactive booths.

The Bedford Boys Tribute Center at historic Green’s Drugstore honors local Company A D-Day heroes through personal mementoes donated by families — visitors can learn about their courage and the community’s enduring legacy.

The Star City will host the Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Shamrock Festival on Saturday, March 14, in downtown Roanoke, featuring live music, vendors, and adult beverages.

The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the parade beginning at 11 a.m.

Botetourt County is working on an intersection improvement project — a key local connector — that may affect traffic today.

Motorists should plan for possible delays as officials continue the work.

Lawmakers are debating ending the tax break for data centers, a change that could leave rural counties with fewer job opportunities.

Rural officials warn the loss of incentives may mean missed chances to attract new investments in areas already struggling with unemployment.

Huntsville Havoc vs Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs

7:05-8:05 p.m. — Berglund Center — Watch the game live on FloHockey as the local team takes on their rivals.

Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony Concert

7:30 p.m. — Berglund Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience powerful music from Shostakovich, Mozart, and Wagner in a captivating orchestral evening.

Grand Finale Sale

Crowning Touch is closing it's doors after 30 years and selling all remaining cons. inventory. Discounted furniture, tools, home decor and more. 540-982-5800 Option 1 6704 Williamson Rd. Roanoke

Virginia Spartans vs. Roanoke Catholic Soccer Match

6:15-8:00 p.m. — Roanoke Catholic School — Ticket prices may vary — Watch the Virginia Spartans take on Roanoke Catholic in an exciting high school soccer matchup.

VPhA 145th Annual Convention

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center — Registration fees apply — A three-day gathering for pharmacy professionals to learn, network, and engage.

Shoobies at Parkway

5:30 PM — Parkway Brewing Company — Cover band performance — Enjoy tight vocal harmonies with real steel pans from local talent.

Filter Concert

6:30-9 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets $44-$74 — Experience a night of rock with Filter, Finger Eleven, and Local H on tour together.

Blippi: Be Like Blippi Tour

6-9 p.m. — Salem Civic Center — Tickets from $27 — Experience an interactive live show with Blippi filled with music, laughter, and curiosity-igniting adventures.

Runaway Gin - A Tribute to Phish

8-11 p.m. — 5 Points Music Sanctuary — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable night with the world’s most notable Phish tribute band.

A Taste of Ireland

8:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Harvester Performance Center — Ticketed event — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ireland through music, dance, and heartfelt storytelling.