What is Enchanted Eve?
Enchanted Eve is an alcohol free New Year's Eve celebration held in downtown Vinton. This year, "Travel through time" and enjoy fantastic activities and entertainment for all ages, no matter what the weather. Downtown Vinton will be magically transported through 10 decades of fun and merriment. There will be special attractions, games, music, parades, food, live entertainment and fireworks at midnight. The fun starts December 31 at 6:00pm. Follow us on twitter for updates about this year's event!
Ticket Information
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Event buttons are required for admission to Enchanted Eve.
All seats for performances are general admission. Indoor venues are heated, but a few activities and food vendors are located outside. Layered clothing is recommended. Don't forget to bring your camera!
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In-Advance Button Prices:
$7 for adults and $3 for children age 3-12.
Buttons Purchased at the gate:
$9 for Adults and $5 for children age 3-12.
Purchase your button in advance at the following locations:
Bank of America( Rke, Smith Mtn. Lake & Botetourt), First Citizens Bank( Rke, ,Bedford & Botetourt), HomeTown Bank ( Rke & Smith Mtn Lake), Member One ( Rke & NRV ), Kroger ( Rke, NRV, Botetourt, Rocky Mount & Smith Mtn. Lake) Roanoke County Parks, Rec. & Tourism (Kessler Mill and Brambleton Center Locations), HQ/419 Library, Hollins Library, Glenvar Library, Blue Ridge Public Library, Vinton Library, Vinton Baptist Church, Thrasher United Methodist Church, Vinton Municipal Building and Vinton War Memorial.
The night of the event, tickets will be available at the following locations:
Thrasher United Methodist Church in Gym and Old Fellowship Hall, Vinton War Memorial, Lawn of the Vinton Library, Charles Hill Recreation Center and on Washington Avenue. |
Decades of Fun
1900's - Old West Dance Hall and Casino
Here you’ll find all your favorite casino games, fabulous entertainment and music galore! Try your luck at the tables or enjoy the music while you watch horse racing or football on a giant TV. If it’s unparalleled entertainment you want to feast your eyes on Jessie and James and the Gang. Audiences of all ages will be on the edge of their seats as a barrage of comedy, juggling, audience play and amazing dog feats have you laughing out loud and stomping your feet in true Old West style.
1920's - Jazz Club and Speak Easy
Enjoy the traditional sounds of the local duo “Simply Jazz” as well as other Jazz musicians playing a variety of your favorite Jazz numbers! Come on in and relax and let the night slip away.
1930's-1940's - Traveling Circus
Come join us and experience the fabulous 40’s when traveling circuses were the talk of the town. Entertainment abounds with jugglers, magicians, ventriloquists, puppet shows, a caricature artist and more! Enjoy making your very own souvenirs of your time at the circus and be sure not to miss any of the excitement.
1950's-1960's - Sock Hop and Beach Blast
Listen and dance the night away to the live music of the 40 Years After Band. Wear your poodle skirts, your favorite retro hair styles and enjoy the mood of yesteryear. Then when the mood strikes come on over to the "beach side" and feel free to join in and learn some shag moves as well as some other beach favorites and line dances. Take a stroll along the "boardwalk" and feast your eyes on the Aspiring Artist Exhibition, providing students the opportunity to display their work alongside professional artists!
1980's-1990's - Adrenaline Jam
Enjoy a heated tent complete with games galore. 18 screens including 15 -19" flat-panel HD monitors and 3- 32"-42" flat-panel monitors. Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo game consoles and a wide assortment of game software for everyone.
2000's - Enchanted Idol
Join in the competition this New Year’s Eve as we crown our very own Enchanted Idol. All ages are welcome to audition in front of our panel of distinguished judges. Audition space is limited so call 387.6078 today for more information. The Enchanted Idol will win great prizes and lead the crowd in the singing of "Auld Lang Syne" at midnight.
Performers
Below is a list of performers at this year's Enchanted Eve Event.
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40 Years After
For three years, Joe Bass and Steve Devinney have brough 50s/60s Old Time Rock n' Roll music to those who are fortunate enough to have experienced it! Joe and Steve have known each other for 25 years, initially playing old time bluegrass and country music. Previously, Joe was the bass player and singer for "Meadow Creek Express" during the 70s and 80s. Steve has played country and old time music for years within the Craig County music community. |
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Simply Jazz
Liz Stone and Sheri Bernath have combined their talents in a tribute to the traditional jazz they love. They'll perform a wibderful medley of popular and well-loved tunes including such standards as "Skylark", "Cry Me a River", "Moonglow," "The Man I love", and Summertime."
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Terry Cyns
Terry's music is an energetuc adult contempoarary sound. Her original sounds are a smoothie from the blender of soft rock, country, latin and jazz. The mix is colorful and goes down easy, with a kick that catches you off guard.
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Ventriloquist Jeff Scott
Join Jeff and his array of delightful puppet characters as they entertain your family with stories, songs, and family friendly comedy. |
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Parades and Fireworks
Assemble at the corner of Washington Avenue and Pollard Street at 11:30pm to pick up your candles and safety cups. Enchanted Eve's colorful mascots will lead the processional which departs at 11:45 pm along Washington Avenue ending at the back of the Vinton War Memorial for a spectacular midnight fireworks display.
Volunteers and Sponsorship
Enchanted Eve is an event of Roanoke County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism in cooperation with the Town of Vinton, and the Roanoke Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau. We would like to thank the following sponsors for their support!
Major Media Sponsors
WDBJ 7, OurValley.org and TheVinton Messenger,
94.9 Star Country
Volunteer Sponsor
Coming Soon
How to be a Volunteer
A special THANK YOU to all of our committee members and volunteers who make Enchanted Eve possible. It's never to late to become a sponsor or volunteer at this event. If you're interested, please download our Volunteer Form and submit it to Special Events Director, Wendi Schultz at (540) 387-6078, or by email at wschultz@roanokecountyva.gov.
Chaitable Button Program
Enchanted Eve provides a wonderful chance to display community support and contribute to the health and well being in the Valley on New Year’s Eve. Please help us extend this very special invitation to celebrate New Year’s Eve with horse-drawn carriage and pony rides, hands-on crafts, magicians, an Emerging Artists exhibition, live music and fireworks at midnight!
Roanoke County Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism is asking for your help in underwriting “Enchanted Eve” admission buttons, which will be given to individuals and families in the Valley who otherwise might not have access to culturally enriching experiences such as this. We invite you to purchase admission buttons for any of your favorite charitable organizations, or allow us to use your generosity to help out other organizations in need, such as CHIP, TAP, Head Start, TAP Women’s Shelter, The West End Center, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Big Brother/Big Sisters, Virginia Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services, Blue Ridge Community Services or CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate).
Your contribution is tax-deductible, and will provide a valuable service to our area’s children during the upcoming holiday season. We would like to extend our deep appreciation for this consideration. Download the Charitable Button Form to apply.