SCREAMIVERSE EXPO 2026
Berglund Special Events Center
Saturday, April 18, 2026- 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, April 19, 2026- 10 AM – 5 PM
COSPLAY POLICIES
Screamiverse Expo is a horror, sci-fi, and arts convention taking place at the Berglund Center in Roanoke, VA on April 18-19 2026. We will feature vendors, special guests, panels, film fest, tattooing & piercing, and more!
FEATURED CLASSES
*SOLD OUT* Behind The Yellow Tape- Presented by Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth
This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 18, 2026: 4:00-4:45 PM
Title: Behind the Yellow Tape
*SOLD OUT*
Think horror movies are scary? Try investigating one in real life. Join veteran Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she takes horror off the screen and into reality. In this up-close look at her work, you’ll walk through an actual crime scene and explore the gruesome, shocking, and sometimes bizarre details that CSI teams face every day. If you love horror, true crime, or just want to know what really happens when the scene is sealed off and the gloves go on—this is an experience you won’t want to miss.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Dead Men Do Tell Tales- Presented by Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth
This is a "FREE ADD ON TICKET". A ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
Class Location- Berglund Hall, Parlor B (Ross Room)
Saturday, April 19, 2026: 11:00-12:00 PM
Title: Dead Men Do Tell Tales
Step beyond the jump-scare and into the real world of Death Investigation. Join Crime Scene Investigator Rebekah Hollingsworth as she guides you through what really happens when a life ends unexpectedly; you’ll discover how investigators read a scene, interpret the body, and separate fact from Hollywood fiction. We’ll break down common myths, surprising truths, and the small details that speak louder than any ghost story. Whether you’re a writer, a horror fan, or just fascinated by the macabre side of science, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the stories the dead can tell, if you know how to listen.
Due to the graphic nature of this event, it will be held in Parlor B in Berglund Hall. Only 48 tickets will be available for this event, so be sure to get them while you can! This is an "ADD ON TICKET", a ticket for admission to Screamiverse Expo is still required.
*Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult for this event*
Featured Events
Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
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Preliminaries (Miss & Teen) • June 25-26 • 7 PM
Finals (Miss & Teen) • June 27 • New Time 5:30 PM
See the competition for more than $80,000 in scholarships! 24 young ladies ages 14-17 will compete for the title of Miss Virginia’s Teen. 30 ladies ages 18-27 will compete for the Miss Virginia crown. Both winners will represent the Commonwealth in the September, 2026, Miss America and Miss America’s Teen Competitions in West Palm Beach, Florida, September 1 – 6.
Now in its 91st year, Miss Virginia is part of Miss America, one of the largest service and scholarship organizations for young women in the world. Four Miss Virginias have been crowned Miss America and one Miss Virginia’s Teen titleholder has won the national competition in that age group.
The competition is an annual tradition in Roanoke. We hope you’ll join us for all of the glitz, glam, and exciting entertainment!
MISS VIRGINIA WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO
About Twin Valleys Roller Derby
Southwest Virginia's Premier Roller Derby League
We are a member owned and operated non-profit organization dedicated to developing and promoting the sport of roller derby in Southwest Virginia. We strive to empower all individuals who participate to achieve a positive self-image and to increase their physical conditioning. We are dedicated to our sport and our community.
BERGLUND COLISEUM
ROANOKE! All Elite Wrestling is making its return this summer with AEW Collision at the Berglund Center on Saturday, July 11th. Be a part of the action and witness the best wrestling, LIVE!
Berglund Center Coliseum
SOLD OUT!
Ticket Prices: $74.50 / $74.50 / $69.50 / $59.50 / $49.50 / $39.50
Doors 6:30 PM / Show 7:30 PM
Raised in Michigan and now based in Nashville, Billy Strings is known as one of music’s most compelling artists. Acclaimed for his boundary-pushing musicianship and dynamic live performances, Strings’ latest studio album, Highway Prayers—produced with Jon Brion (Fiona Apple, Mac Miller, Aimee Mann)—debuted at #1 on Billboard’s all-genre Top Album Sales chart, becoming the first bluegrass record in 22 years to achieve the feat. The album has been widely celebrated, with GQ calling Strings “the hottest roots-music phenomenon in decades” and Pitchfork praising him as “the bluegrass wunderkind [who] expands his palette, exploring new textures and emotional registers while staying true to his beloved genre.”
Following Highway Prayers, Strings released an exclusive Apple Music Nashville Sessions EP as well as Live at the Legion, a surprise collaborative album with renowned guitarist Bryan Sutton containing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs recorded live at Nashville’s American Legion Post 82. Since his 2017 debut, Strings has earned widespread recognition, including two Grammy Awards for Best Bluegrass Album, back-to-back Artist of the Year at the Americana Music Awards, Entertainer of the Year at the International Bluegrass Music Awards three years running, Best New Headliner at the 2022 Pollstar Awards and Breakthrough Artist of the Pandemic at the 2021 Pollstar Awards. Known for his electric live shows, Strings has performed countless sold-out dates worldwide and will continue to tour through this winter, including headline dates across the U.S., U.K. and Europe.
Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
SHOWTIME: 7:30 PM
TICKET PRICES: (Plus Taxes and Fees) 62.75, 82.75, 102.75, 132.76
One of the most popular artists in modern country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit. Gill achieved his big breakthrough in 1990 with “When I Call Your Name,” which won both the Country Music Association’s (CMA) Single and Song of the Year awards as well as a Grammy for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male. In total, Gill has won 18 CMA Awards, 22 Grammy Awards, and 8 Academy of Country Music Awards and in 2025 was presented with the CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.
In 1991, Gill was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry and in 2007 was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. In 2012 he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. A gifted songwriter, Gill’s compositions earned him entry into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2005 and the prestigious BMI Icon award in 2014. Throughout his career, he has released 21 albums, sold over 30 million albums, and charted 45 singles. In 2022, Gill was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame.
Always considering himself a musician above all else, Gill has over the years been a part of some iconic bands, including Pure Prairie League, The Notorious Cherry Bombs, and The Time Jumpers. In 2017, Gill was asked to join the Eagles on the road, and he continues to be a part of that historic band’s tour. 2025 marked the 50th anniversary of Gill leaving home to pursue a career in music. To honor that milestone, he signed a lifetime recording contract with his longstanding label MCA and is releasing an EP series of brand-new music every month for a year, titled 50 Years from Home.