The 5 Points Music Foundation and Black Dog Salvage invite music lovers to a full weekend of live music at The Dog Bowl at Black Dog Salvage, featuring two distinctly different performances in one of the region’s most unique outdoor concert venues.
The weekend begins Saturday, July 11, with Grammy Award-winning bluegrass group Steep Canyon Rangers, joined by special guest, rising Boones Mill songwriter, Colby T. Helms. Known for their exceptional musicianship, thoughtful songwriting, and energetic live performances, Steep Canyon Rangers have earned national acclaim while continuing to push the boundaries of modern bluegrass.
The weekend continues Sunday, July 12, with the Legendary Brunch & Benefit series featuring Roanoke favorites Phat Laces and Talking Cake, benefiting the Roanoke Speech & Hearing Center. The family-friendly event offers another opportunity to enjoy live music while supporting a community non-profit organization.
“One of the things we love most about The Dog Bowl is the variety of music we can bring to the stage,” said Tyler Godsey of the 5 Points Music Foundation. “From nationally touring artists like Steep Canyon Rangers to hometown favorites like Phat Laces, every weekend offers a unique experience while bringing people together and supporting our local community.”
Located between the Roanoke River Greenway and Black Dog Salvage, The Dog Bowl has become a destination for outdoor concerts, offering an all-ages festival atmosphere with plenty of room to spread out, relax, and enjoy live music under the summer sky.
“We’ve watched The Dog Bowl grow into a place where people come together to enjoy great music and great company,” said Mike Whiteside, co-founder of Black Dog Salvage. “It’s rewarding to see the venue continue to attract incredible artists while creating memorable experiences for our community.”
Since assuming management of the venue, the 5 Points Music Foundation has worked alongside Black Dog Salvage to grow The Dog Bowl into one of Southwest Virginia’s premier outdoor music destinations. Together, the organizations have expanded the concert series, welcomed nationally touring artists, invested in ongoing venue improvements, and created a one-of-a-kind gathering place where live music, community, and charitable giving come together.
Event Information
Saturday, July 11 – Gate opens at 5P | Show 6p
Steep Canyon Rangers with Colby T. Helms
Sunday, July 12 – Gate opens at 11A | Show 12:30P
Legendary Brunch & Benefit Series
Phat Laces with Talking Cake
Benefiting Roanoke Speech & Hearing Center
Tickets are available online or at the gate. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Lawn seating is available, and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. Well-mannered, leashed dogs are welcome. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
For tickets and additional event information, visit https://www.5pointsmusic.com/events/5pts-dogbowl/
About 5 Points Music Foundation
The 5 Points Music Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that live music experiences are accessible to people of all abilities. Its work focuses on three core initiatives: hearing loss advocacy, ADA and accessibility expansion, and access to music therapy services.
Since 2017, the Foundation has invested more than $60,000 in music therapy services for children and adults, including individuals with developmental delays, veterans with PTSD, and those recovering from neurological trauma. Through concerts, community partnerships, and educational programs, the Foundation continues to explore the power of sound while expanding access to music for all.
About Black Dog Salvage
Founded in 1999, Black Dog Salvage is a nationally recognized architectural salvage company and the home of the television show Salvage Dawgs. Based in Roanoke, Virginia, the company specializes in rescuing historic architectural elements and giving them new life through reuse, restoration, and creative design.
About The Dog Bowl
The Dog Bowl at Black Dog Salvage is an outdoor music venue located between the Roanoke River Greenway and Black Dog Salvage in Roanoke, Virginia. Built in signature Black Dog style using salvaged materials, the venue features a stage constructed from a repurposed semi-trailer from the historic Moneta Drive-In, a mezzanine reclaimed from Black Dog’s warehouse, and a recycled radio tower supporting the stage lighting and sound. With lawn seating, a relaxed festival atmosphere, and room for families, friends, and well-mannered dogs, The Dog Bowl has become one of the region’s most distinctive destinations for live music.
