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Closed for Private Event
We will be closed Monday, April 14th for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Mid-Week Market (Copy)
Stop by every Wednesday from 5-8 pm for our Mid-Week Market featuring local vendors, craft beer, food specials, and live music from Roanoke’s Olde Time Jam.
The ULTIMATE Cowboy Carter Paint & Sip Experience
Saddle up for a night where country charm meets pop royalty at The ULTIMATE Cowboy Carter Paint and Sip Experience! Enjoy an evening packed with craft beer, food, creative painting sessions, and lively line dancing led by Diane Simmons with Simply Fitness—all set to the rhythm of DJ Swirl Out spinning live.
Roanoke, be prepared to unleash your inner artist. Then, kick off your boots and join in for some spirited line dancing, where every step is a chance to celebrate the unique blend of Cowboy Carter’s vibe and Beyoncé’s undeniable flair.
Whether you’re a seasoned painter, a dancing enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun and vibrant night out, this event is your perfect excuse to mix art, music, and a little bit of country-pop magic. Come as you are and leave with a masterpiece and memories that’ll have you talking long after the final note plays.
420 Mixer
Our third annual 420 Mixer! Join us for a celebration of cannabis culture, education, and community. Featuring local vendors, music by Star City Soul Club, a paint your own ceramic pipe with Common Clay Pottery, and fundraising efforts for the Last Prisoner Project.
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Learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Earth Day Market
Join us for an Earth Day celebration at the Mid-Week Market! This event will feature local businesses and organizations dedicated to environmental conservation and outreach including the SWVA Wildlife Center of Roanoke, Roanoke Mountain Adventures, Clean Valley Council, PLAY Roanoke, and more!
Brews & Burlesque: Comedy Cabaret
The hot and hilarious burlesque and variety show! Be prepared to laugh with us all through the night while enjoying performances and your favorite pours by Golden Cactus.
Mid-Week Market (Copy) (Copy)
Stop by every Wednesday from 5-8 pm for our Mid-Week Market featuring local vendors, craft beer, food specials, and live music from Roanoke’s Olde Time Jam.
NYA Work Release
Clock out and turn up at Work Release, our Not Your Average Happy Hour in collaboration with Golden Cactus. This Friday kickback brings the city together for dope vibes, cold drinks, games, live DJs, and community love — all while raising funds for The Humble Hustle Company. It’s the perfect start to your weekend with a cause behind the good time.
Mid-Week Market (Copy)
Stop by every Wednesday from 5-8 pm for our Mid-Week Market featuring local vendors, craft beer, food specials, and live music from Roanoke’s Olde Time Jam.
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Learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Mid-Week Market
Stop by every Wednesday from 5-8 pm for our Mid-Week Market featuring local vendors, craft beer, food specials, and live music from Roanoke’s Olde Time Jam.
Crokinole Night (Copy)
Learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Crokinole Night
Learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Trivia Night
Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test! Hosted by Angelo Colavita this trivia night will feature four challenging rounds of questions covering a variety of topics. Compete for a chance to win brewery gift cards!
Record Swap
Looking to refresh your record collection or trade out some old favorites? Come sip and swap! Bring your records to trade at our swap table, browse vinyl from local vendors and let the soulful sounds of Star City Soul Club set the vibe.
Crokinole Night (Copy)
Come learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
A New Leaf Closed Terrarium Build
Get creative and build your own miniature ecosystem while enjoying great company and craft brews!
Prickly Flippers Pinball Tournament
Tournament Date: February 21, 2025
Come to Golden Cactus Brewing for a Max Match pinball tournament, play begins at 7. Will play 15 rounds, top 4 will compete in a 3 game playoff to determine final results.
$10 tournament fee (cash or PayPal), all machines coin-drop. $1 will go to IFPA for tournament sanction, all entry fee amount remaining will be split among the top 4 (50%, 25%, 15%, 10%).
Register in person on location starting at 6pm or via PayPal – duncanmyers@msn.com. Place your name and tournament name in message, use “friends and family” designation.
Ramen & Beer
Join FoodHut at Golden Cactus Brewing for a night of delicious flavors with a specially curated izakaya-inspired menu! Enjoy a selection of ramen dishes, small plates, and savory bites that bring the vibrant spirit of Japanese pub dining to life.
Crokinole Night
Come learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Valentine's Party
Love is in the air! Join us Sunday, February 9th for a Valentine’s Day celebration with local vendors, a special brunch from FoodHut, crafts, and a photobooth to capture all the fun. We can’t wait to see you there from 11-2! 💌
The Ultimate paint & sip 90’s edition
Get ready to unleash your inner artist while enjoying a blast from the past with our 90s themed event. Join Verses at Golden Cactus Brewing for a fun-filled evening of painting, sipping, and reminiscing about the good old days. Whether you're a 90s kid or just love the era, this event is perfect for anyone looking to channel their creativity in a laid-back atmosphere. Grab your friends and come paint the night away with us!
Brews & Burlesque
The Brews & Burlesque 2025 season at Golden Cactus starts off with one of our most popular shows of the year! Tickets go fast! 21+ only
Valentine’s To Legislators
Join Virginians for Reproductive Freedom in writing Valentines messages to your legislators who are fighting to protect reproductive rights this year in the general assembly! The Valentines will be collected and delivered to legislators on Valentines Day - Friday, February 14th.
Crokinole Night (Copy)
Come learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Silent Book Club
Often with traditional book clubs there's the scramble to finish the assigned book, and the pressure to have something smart to say. Wouldn't it be great to have a book club where you could just enjoy books, friends, and drinks—without any homework? At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading.
General timeline:
6:00-6:30 Get settled, order something tasty, and casual introductions
6:30-7:30 Silent reading
7:30-8:00 Group book photo and chatting
Crokinole Night
Come learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
VABF Fundraiser
Join us for a fundraiser night benefiting the VA Biological Farming Association, VA’s primary organization for farmers, gardeners, and farm supporters promoting the future of organic and biological crop production.
Manifest That Sh!t & Sip
Manifest That Sh!t & Sip - Changing The Narrative
Join us at Golden Cactus Brewing for an evening of manifesting positivity and changing the narrative. This in-person event is your chance to sip on some brews while setting intentions and visualizing your dreams. Let's come together to manifest that sh!t and create the reality we desire. Don't miss out on this empowering experience! Each attendee will get to paint their very own manifestation box.
Holiday Market
Join us for the final Mid-Week Market of the season! This holiday market will feature over 20 local vendors and a free s’more station for kids outside on the patio. Get all your last minute shopping done while supporting some of our favorite Roanoke small businesses!