SCREAMIVERSE EXPO 2026
Berglund Special Events Center
Saturday, April 18, 2026- 10 AM – 7 PM
Sunday, April 19, 2026- 10 AM – 5 PM
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!
FEATURING:
CLASSES BY Rebekah Hollingsworth
Cost: FREE (Tickets limited to 48 people)
Class Presentation 1: Behind The Yellow Tape
Location: BERGLUND HALL- Parlor B
Saturday, April 18, 2026: 4:00 PM -4:45 PM
Class 1 Description: 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.
Cost: FREE (Tickets limited to 48 people)
Class Presentation 2: Dead Men Do Tell Tales
Location: BERGLUND HALL- Parlor B
Sunday, April 19, 2026: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Class 2 Description: 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.
*Children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult for this event*
Featured Events
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
SOLD OUT
- Cost: $11 + fees
- Session Length: 15 Minutes
- Age Requirements: Children must be at least 2 years old to ride the bumper cars
- Children 2 to 4 years old must ride with an adult (no additional cost)
- Children 5 years and older can ride in their own car as long as they are able to reach and successfully operate the bumper car controls.
- What to Wear: The ice arena is chilly, so make sure to bring warm clothing to help make your time on the ice more enjoyable (gloves, winter hat and coat). We also recommend that you wear closed toe shoes with good traction.
- Click HERE for list of rules
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes in advance to your time slot
Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
SHOWTIME: 6:00 PM
TICKET PRICES:
VIP: $196.62 & $180.65
$96.62, $80.65, $69.31, $51.29, $39.95
Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like Touring, in association with Universal Destinations and Experiences, present Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart, a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation.
In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch of a rainbow to grow. But when CatRat causes a color cat-astrophe and breaks the rainbow, Gabby and the Gabby Cats must find the colors again to set things right.
Gabby, Pandy Paws and friends travel to the Cat-O-Sphere, Mermaid-Lantis and some favorite Dollhouse locations in search of the colors that will make rebuilding the rainbow, possible. Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart brings to life an exciting original story featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, a talented live show cast of singer-actor-puppeteers and songs from the beloved series, including “Hey Gabby”, “You Can’t Spell Meow Without Me” and “Sprinkle Party”.
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
Puck Drop: 6:00 PM
Get ready for one of the most anticipated events of the year as local firefighters and police officers hit the ice for the 22nd Annual Guns and Hoses Hockey Tournament!
Watch as these everyday heroes face off in an adrenaline-pumping hockey showdown—all for bragging rights and an even better cause.
Admission supports local charities, so your ticket not only gets you into a thrilling game but also helps make a difference in our community.
Whether you’re Team Guns or Team Hoses, this is a night you won’t want to miss. Bring your friends, bring your family, and support those who serve our city every day.
Let’s fill Berglund Center and make this the biggest year yet!
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
Tickets: $14-26 (Adult), $12-24 (Kids 2-12)
Parking: $10 or Free Shuttle
Doors Open - 6:00 PM, Game Start Time 7:05
Get excited for Andrew King’s Golden Birthday! Roanoke takes on the Quad City Storm in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of our Director of Ticketing, Andrew King. Puck drops at 7:05 P.M. We'll see ya there!
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
Tickets: $14-26 (Adult), $12-24 (Kids 2-12)
Parking: $10 or Free Shuttle
Doors Open - 6:00 PM, Game Start Time 7:05
Reach for the sky on Toy Story Night! Roanoke faces the Quad City Storm in specialty jerseys that will be auctioned off. Sponsored by Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric with K92.3 FM. Puck drops at 7:05 P.M. We'll see ya there!
Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
SHOWTIME: 7:30 PM
TICKET PRICES: $88, $68, $48
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE.
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HADESTOWN intertwines two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers and singers, HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.
BERGLUND CENTER COLISEUM
Tickets: $14-26 (Adult), $12-24 (Kids 2-12)
Parking: $10 or Free Shuttle
Doors Open - 6:00 PM, Game Start Time 7:05
It’s a weekend full of four-legged races! Small Dawg Races night as Roanoke takes on the Peoria Rivermen in a night full of fast paws and fierce competition. Humans must register their dawgs in advance. This event is open to dawgs that weigh 25 lbs or less. Puck drops at 7:05 P.M. We'll see ya there!
Berglund Center
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Big Lick Comic Con returns to Roanoke this February with two full days of comics, cosplay, celebrities, and pop culture fun! Fans of all ages can enjoy celebrity guest appearances, panels, artists, vendors, gaming, and more. Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just discovering your fandom, Big Lick Comic Con is the ultimate celebration of creativity and community.