Roanoke schedules Mayor's Business Summit for October 29

Roanoke business owners and entrepreneurs can put a fall support event on the calendar now, even though registration is not open yet.

The city says the annual Mayor's Business Summit is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Virginia Western Community College, 3094 Colonial Ave. SW. Roanoke describes the summit as a resource event for new business owners, experienced entrepreneurs and residents who are considering starting a business.

Registration is expected to open in August 2026. That makes the June notice a save-the-date item rather than an immediate sign-up deadline, but it is useful for small-business owners planning fall training, networking or startup support.

• Who is affected: Roanoke small businesses, entrepreneurs, startups, side-hustle operators and workforce partners.
• What to know: The event is scheduled for October 29 at Virginia Western Community College.
• Why it matters: Business-support events can connect owners with city programs, lenders, technical help and peer networks before problems become urgent.

Businesses should watch the city's summit updates in August for registration details, agenda information and any cost or attendance limits.

Source: Reporting based on the City of Roanoke News Flash notice, Mayor's Business Summit Scheduled for October 29, checked June 11, 2026.