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Cranes Roost Park Events – March 2026

Uptown Vibes: Food Extravaganza| March 7 | 6 – 10 p.m.
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Cranes Roost Park filled with live music, delicious food, specialty vendors and interactive games. Uptown Vibes delivers a one-of-a-kind concert experience, and this March, we’re thrilled to welcome The Groove Slayers to the stage. Known for their high-energy blend of classic favorites and modern hits, they’ll have the crowd dancing all evening. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food, dessert and merchandise vendors, plus entertainment the whole family will love.
March for Meals Walk and Brunch| March 14 | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Make your steps count for a great cause at the March for Meals Walk and Brunch. This community event brings people together to raise awareness and support vital programs helping seniors in need. Participants will enjoy a 1.3-mile walk or run around scenic Cranes Roost Park, followed by a complimentary tasting menu provided by Top Hat Catering. The morning also features music, a 50/50 raffle and event T-shirts for purchase. To register or donate, visit MealsEtc.org/events.
Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon & Red Carpet Showcase| March 21 | 5 – 8 p.m.
The 16th Annual Walk-n-Roll-a-Thon returns to Cranes Roost Park, bringing the community together to support recovery from paralysis and raise awareness of the work still ahead. This annual event helps fund programs that enable individuals living with paralysis to pursue recovery and reach their full potential. The evening also includes a Red Carpet Showcase, where participants can celebrate clients' progress and achievements in a meaningful, inspiring way. Attendees can look forward to food trucks, vendor booths and raffle prizes throughout the night. Registration begins at 5 p.m. Guests must be registered to receive a goody bag and purchase raffle tickets.
UpTown Art Expo | March 27 – 29

  • March 27 | Kick-Off Concert 6:30 – 10 p.m.
Featuring “Van Halen Lives! Completely Unchained”
  • March 28| Art Show | 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Concerts | 6 – 10 p.m.
  • March 29| Art Show | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Concerts | 1:30 – 5 p.m.
Cranes Roost Park will come alive with color, creativity and music during the 13th Annual Uptown Art Expo. This FREE festival features 140 art and fine craft artists showcasing and selling stunning works, including glass, jewelry, mosaics, paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture and more. Live music is a major highlight of the weekend, led by a high-energy Van Halen tribute as the main feature, along with crowd-favorite tribute acts honoring Whitesnake, Journey, Santana and Tom Petty.
The Expo also spotlights the popular Chalk Street Artists, as professional chalk artists and local high school art students transform the park’s sidewalks into captivating works of art. Attendees are invited to vote for their favorites in the People’s Choice Chalk Awards, with winning artists receiving cash prizes.
Guests can round out the experience with international street cuisine, classic festival favorites, food trucks and craft beer and wine available for purchase throughout the weekend.

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