Events

This is your ad club! Events are designed for advertising, marketing, and media professionals at all levels.

Advertising Horror Stories

October 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Big Lick Brewing Company

Ever had a project that totally went off the rails? Or an idea that seemed brilliant… until it wasn’t? We’ve all been there. On October 21 at Big Lick Brewing Company, we’re bringing together a panel of local advertising pros to share their scariest, funniest, and most cringe-worthy stories from the industry. From campaigns that flopped to budgets that vanished […]


Roanoke Ghost Tour

October 29 @ 12:00 am – 11:59 pm

Journey through the uncanny history of the Roanoke Valley on a walking ghost tour. Three tours nightly, Oct. 29-31.


Morning Meet Up

November 13 @ 7:30 am – 9:00 am

Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House

Morning Meet Up Join AAF Roanoke for a casual morning of networking, coffee, and community connection at Albemarle Bakery & Coffee House (203 Albemarle Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016) on Thursday, November 13, from 7:30–9:00 AM. Start your day with coffee and conversation, meet fellow advertising and creative professionals, and enter to win fun prizes. The first 5 folks to […]

Awards! Awards! Awards!

While recognition isn’t the reason behind what we do, it’s an amazing feeling to showcase projects and campaigns in front of your peers. The American Advertising Awards is the gold standard for creative excellence. Annual award winners at the local level have gone on to win district and national Addys, plus plenty of bragging rights.