3rd Annual Roseburg Blocktober Fest Returns to Downtown Roseburg

Roseburg, Oregon – September 30, 2024 – Get ready for an exciting day of community, culture, and creativity as the 3rd Annual Roseburg Blocktober Fest returns to downtown Roseburg on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 6 pm. Presented by NeighborWorks Umpqua, this one-day celebration is packed with family-friendly activities, local vendors, delicious food and beverages, and live music spread across multiple entertainment stages. Set against the vibrant backdrop of downtown Roseburg, Blocktober Fest brings together local businesses, artists, and community members to highlight the unique charm of our city. Featured Activities & Attractions: Family Fun: Enjoy an array of activities and games perfect for kids of all ages, including face painting, Arrow Tag, a mobile arcade, balloon animals, crafts, interactive demonstrations, and more. Two Live Entertainment Stages: Groove to live music on our Main Stage, featuring The Brothers Reed, Daniel Nickels Band, Barely Local Band, and Soul Kitchen. The Family Stage features live music, hula dancing, Wildlife Safari, UACT, Cheer teams, and more. Local Vendors & Food Carts: Explore a wide range of handcrafted goods, local art, and delicious cuisine from over 70 vendors and food carts. Local Beer, Wine, and Mead: Enjoy some of the best brews and wines Southern Oregon has to offer spread across SE Jackson Street, where local producers will be pouring throughout the event. For guests over 21, purchase the required Blocktober Fest collectors' mug and tokens at one of three Blocktober Fest booths at each intersection along SE Jackson St. for $20 for the beer, wine, and mead vendors throughout the event. Downtown Businesses: Many downtown businesses will be offering specials, pop-up shops, and unique experiences throughout the day. This is a perfect opportunity to explore and support local retailers while enjoying a festive atmosphere. Join Us and Celebrate! Experience the heart of downtown Roseburg at the 3rd Annual Blocktober Fest on Saturday, October 5, from 11 am to 6 pm. With free admission, activities, and the spirit of Roseburg on full display, it's an event you won't want to miss. Gather your friends, family, and neighbors for a day of celebration, connection, and community pride. Thanks to the City of Roseburg, parking downtown will be FREE and unmonitored on Saturday to make it easier for everyone to enjoy a full day of fun downtown. For more information, our event map, and entertainment schedules, visit www.roseburgblocktoberfest.com Blocktoberfest 2024 Main Stage Schedule: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Barely Local Band 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM: The Brothers Reed 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Soul Kitchen 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM: Daniel Nickels Band Blocktoberfest 2024 Family Stage Schedule: 11:00 AM - 11:10 AM: Roseburg Jr Cheer 11:10 AM - 11:20 AM: Roseburg HS Cheer 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Wildlife Safari 12:10 PM - 12:20 PM: Dazzling Dragons Cheer 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Jungle Things 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM: Wildlife Safari 2:00 PM - 2:15 PM: Melody Englestand 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Halau Hula Aulani 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM: UACT 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Sellout (Band) Via Roseburg Blocktober Fest release