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VABF Fundraiser Night
Raise a glass to good beer and good soil! Every dollar spent at Golden Cactus Brewing on the night of January 10th supports the Virginia Biological Farming Association (VABF). By partnering with Golden Cactus Brewing, you’re helping local farmers grow the ingredients that make your favorite brews- and your community- thrive.
Jolene Jamboree
Dolly Parton is turning the big 8-0 this year, and we’re celebrating this living legend the best way we know how- with another youth book drive benefiting West End Center for Youth!
From now through the 1/18, bring a new or gently used K-12 book to Golden Cactus and receive one raffle ticket per book (up to 5 entries per person) for a chance to win a Dolly-themed prize basket packed with goodies from local businesses.
And because no celebration is complete without good food, we’re thrilled to welcome back Ellegant for a special brunch pop-up featuring menu items like Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, Cheddar-Chive Biscuits, a Banana Pudding Pavlova, and more!
Come help us support a great cause and celebrate our favorite Smoky Mountain songbird in style!
Holiday Market
Join us for our final Mid-Week Market of the season featuring 20+ local vendors, craft beer, a s’more station for kids, food specials, and holiday music from Roanoke’s Olde Time Jam.
Holiday Wreath Workshop
Participants will learn how to make wreaths on a metal form with fresh greenery, foraged elements, and dried florals- walking away with a gorgeous design to enjoy for the holidays. Everything will be provided- all you have to do is show up ready to play! Grab a drink from the bar and spend an afternoon designing the holiday wreath of your dreams.
Ladies Only Pinball Tournament
Ladies only pinball tournament at Golden Cactus! All are welcome. $10 entry, coin drop.
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.
Private Event
We will be closed from 12-5 pm on Saturday, November 22 for a private event. The brewery will reopen to the pubic at 5 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Mid-Week Market
Join us Wednesday, 11/19 for a special market featuring local vendors offering fresh breads and baked goods, pickled produce, grass-fed lamb and beef, hot sauce, speciality snacks, and more.
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.
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.
Haunted HotHouse Party
It’s a botanical brewery fever dream! Dress up and come hit the dance floor, music by Start City Soul Club and Melody Mundaca. Free entry!
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.
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.
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.
Halloween Trivia
Halloween trivia night! Hosted by our brewer Evan featuring four categories: movies, history, candy, and hauntings. Four questions per category. Throw on a costume, gather your team, and test your spooky knowledge to win prizes!
Restoration Housing Fundraiser
Talk with a Restoration Housing team member about their work to restore distressed historic properties into high-quality, affordable homes.
Frock Swap
Frock swap night! Bring your gently used clothing and sort it by style and size. Then browse and take home as many items as you like. It’s a respectful free for all and you can even drink beer while you shop!
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.
Oktoberfest Celebration
Join us for our annual Oktoberfest celebration! Featuring German style beers, food specials, patio games, and more!
Prickly Flippers Pinball Tournament
It’s time for another pinball tournament at Golden Cactus! $10 cash entry, with coin drop for the games. Everyone will play a number of head-to-head rounds, after which the top 4 competitors will compete in a 3-game playoff to determine final results.
Registration starts at 6pm. Tourament at 6:30pm.
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
Learn to play crokinole with the Star City Crokinole Club! Open to the public, no entry fee.
Mid-Week Market
Join us Wednesday, September 17 for a Frocks & Finds Market featuring local vendors selling vintage and upcycled clothing!
Paint Your Own Stein Night
Paint a custom beer stein while sipping on your favorite Golden Cactus brew! Steins will be available for pick up and use at the brewery’s Oktoberfest celebration on Saturday, 9/27!
All materials provided, no experience needed. Workshop runs 4:30-7:30 pm, participants are welcome to come anytime after we start and are encouraged to give themselves enough time to finish their piece.
Yarrow Springs Flower Arranging Workshop
Join Yarrow Springs to play with flowers at Golden Cactus Brewing in Roanoke, VA for a fresh flower arranging workshop! Flowers, greenery, vases, and all other materials will be provided- all you have to do is show up ready to play! Grab a drink from the bar and spend an afternoon designing the bouquet of your dreams. Ingredients will include dahilas, zinnias, lisanthus, celosia, and more.