Saturday, May 16, 2026

Events in West Virginia

229 upcoming events across the Mountain State

May 15 Featured
music Varies

The Wallflowers at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races

Jakob Dylan and the Wallflowers bring three decades of rock 'n' roll to Charles Town. One headlight, one great night — this is your redemption arc if you missed them the first time around.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 PM Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races, Charles Town
May 15
community Varies

Shepherdstown Back Alley Garden Tour & Tea

A self-guided walking tour through Shepherdstown's gorgeous back-alley gardens, followed by tea. It's exactly as charming as it sounds, and it raises money for good local causes.

Friday, May 15, 2026 10:00 AM Historic Downtown Shepherdstown, Shepherdstown
May 15
music Free

Fireside Jams at the Outpost: Allister Stolas

May 16 - 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM The Outpost at The New River Gorge 843 Fayette Station Road Fayetteville

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM The Outpost at The New River Gorge, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

WVAA Stars & Coffee Star Party – Summit Lake Dam Area

Get ready for an awesome night under the stars at the Summit Lake Dam Area. This is an in-person event where you can enjoy great company, fascinating views of the sky, and, of course, some coffee to keep you cozy.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
arts Free

Gossamer Holler Ball: The Hillbilly Fairies Gala

Gossamer Holler Ball: The Hillbilly Fairies Gala Date: Saturday, May 16th Location: Paradox Hall, Ice House, 7:00 PM There are fairies in them hills and hollers! They love to dance.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
sports Free

Mountain Mud

ATV/SXS/Dirt Bike Grudge Matches, Drag Races and Mud Obstacle Course Vendors and Music $5 admission and $15 Race Fee Visit mountainmud.run for more information or contact Jennifer Justice at 304-436-4242 Parade starts at 4 pm Kids ages 3-12 can ride from 11 am to 3 pm

Friday, May 15, 2026 4 PM West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
community Free

Eddiefest at the Clover Club

May 16 - 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM The RailYard 530 Raleigh St Bluefield

Friday, May 15, 2026 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM The RailYard, Bluefield
May 15
food Free

Weathered Ground Brewery Spring Bazaar

May 16 - 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Weathered Ground Brewery 2027 Flat Top Rd, Ghent, WV 25843, USA Ghent

Friday, May 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Weathered Ground Brewery, West Virginia
May 15
education Free

City of Spencer Cruise In

Bring your classic car, hot rod, motorcycle or just your well-adored ride to show it off!

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
arts Free

Bringing in the May!

Bringing in the May! Saturday, May 16th, 12:00-6:00 PM and Sunday, May 17th, 12:00-6:00 PM Location: The Berkeley Springs State Park Every year, the charming town of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, comes alive with the joyful celebration of “Bringing in the May.” This vibrant, free event marks t...

Friday, May 15, 2026 6:00 PM Location: The Berkeley Springs State Park Every year, West Virginia
May 15
education Free

Turkey Trek — Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

@ Join the Assistant Park Superintendent on Kids to Parks Day 2026 for the Cass Turkey Trek, where participants will search for turkey tracks, feathers and turkey scratch! Learn facts about wild turkeys, turkey hunting history, and turkey calling.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, Cass
May 15
community Free

Heritage Day

Experience rich coalfield history during Matewan Heritage Day, where the past comes alive through dramatic reenactments of the Matewan Massacre, live Appalachian music, local food vendors, craft booths, and family-friendly activities. It’s a powerful tribute to the town’s role in labor history an...

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
sports Free

Clay Center BLOCK PARTY!

A joyful, outdoor celebration to kick off the summer season. The plaza transforms into a festival space filled with big t.rucks, music, bubbles, rockets, games, and hands-on activities.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
community Free

Warbler Walk

Enjoy the sounds of spring! Join WVBG Environmental Educator Leah Swift on a walk through the WVBG to search for migratory songbirds.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
community Free

John Randolph Spring Arts Kick Off

Fort New Salem comes alive with live entertainment, food, vendors and historic re-enactors for our first event of the year. Watch artisans in action.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Flora and Feathers: A Nature Exploration Hike

This guided hike with Harpers Ferry NHP rangers offers unforgettable opportunities to see the Shenandoah River, spring wildflowers, birds, and river wildlife along the scenic Virginius Island trails! As we wind through riparian forest and past mill, turbine, and waterworks ruins, we’ll explore th...

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Wild and Wonderful Wildlife Walk — Tygart Lake State Park

@ Celebrate Kids to Parks Day 2026 with us at Tygart Lake State Park! Join naturalist Jabob and his team to learn about forest animals by exploring their pelts and bones, and discover how to be good neighbors to wildlife in our state parks.

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details West Virginia, Grafton
May 15
community Free

Nature Day Camp at Twin Falls Resort State Park

May 16 - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Twin Falls Resort State Park Twin Falls Resort State Park, WV-97, Mullens, WV 25882, USA Mullens

Friday, May 15, 2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Twin Falls Resort State Park Twin Falls Resort State Park, West Virginia
May 15
community Free

Kitten Yoga at Carnegie Hall

May 16 - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Carnegie Hall 611 Church St, Lewisburg, WV 24901, USA Lewisburg

Friday, May 15, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg
May 15
arts Free

WV Birds of Prey Photography Workshop

May 16 - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Three Rivers Avian Center Brooks, WV 25951, USA

Friday, May 15, 2026 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Three Rivers Avian Center Brooks, West Virginia
May 15
sports Free

New River Rush Adventure Race

May 16 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ACE Adventure Resort ACE Adventure Resort, 1 Concho road, Oak Hill, WV 25901, United States Oak Hill

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM ACE Adventure Resort ACE Adventure Resort, Oak Hill
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day Youth Fishing Derby — Watoga State Park

Cost: Free. @ Join us for our free youth fishing derby, ages 15 & under. Registration starts at 8:00AM, and the Fishing Derby runs from 9:00a.m. to Noon. Participants must bring their own poles, bait

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00AM Kids to Parks Day Youth Fishing Derby — Watoga Sta, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day/Youth Fishing Derby: Cacapon Resort State Park

@ Celebrate Kids to Parks Day on May 16 at Cacapon Resort State Park. All participants will earn a Kids to Parks Day sticker. The event is at the Upper Lake with sign-up at 9 a.m., and the Derby begin

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details Kids to Parks Day/Youth Fishing Derby: Cacapon Res, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day/ Nature Ranger Day Camp: Twin Falls Resort State Park

@ Youth ages 9 – 12 will become Nature Rangers by attending the Nature Ranger Day Camp! Learn wildlife identification, survival skills and nature crafting! Registration is required in advance. Kids to

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details Kids to Parks Day/ Nature Ranger Day Camp: Twin Fa, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day — North Bend State Park

Cost: Free. @ Celebrate Kids to Parks Day at North Bend State Park. The third weekend of May is the annual day of outdoor exploration at local, state, and national parks and public lands across the co

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details Kids to Parks Day — North Bend State Park, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day — Pipestem Resort State Park

@ Freshwater Ecology: Macroinvertebrate Check Explore the hidden world of the Bluestone Scenic River with this hands-on freshwater ecology program! Meet at the top of the tram, follow the naturalist t

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details Kids to Parks Day — Pipestem Resort State Park, West Virginia
May 15
outdoor Free

Kids to Parks Day Celebration — Blackwater Falls State Park

Cost: Free. @ Calling all families! On Saturday, May 16, you’ll have a full day of fun and educational activities suitable for all ages at the Harold S. Walters Nature Center. The day begins at 10:00

Friday, May 15, 2026 See event details Kids to Parks Day Celebration — Blackwater Falls S, West Virginia
May 16
outdoors Varies

Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay

An ultra race finishing in historic Thurmond, deep in the New River Gorge. Whether you're running it or just want to cheer on the people who are — Thurmond is worth the drive any Sunday.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:00 AM Thurmond Depot Area, New River Gorge, Thurmond
May 16
music Free

Paul Thorn Band, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman, and more on Mountain Stage

Be a part of the live radio audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with host Kathy Mattea! GUEST ARTISTS: Paul Thorn Band, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman, and more artists TBA Tickets: $30-$35 Recorded in front of a live audience, Mountain Stage features perfor...

Saturday, May 16, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 16
education Free

Drum Circle

Drumming isn’t just a fun activity. Drumming is a link to healing for the body, soul and Earth.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 16
education Free

Grow Your Own Boquet & Plant Swap

🌼 Join us for an afternoon of flowers, friends, and fresh dirt under our fingernails! 🌼 We’re teaming up with The Wild Sonflower for a hands-on Grow Your Own Bouquet Workshop followed by a relaxed, community-style Plant Swap inside the Sunny Pointe Barn.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 3:00 PM West Virginia, West Virginia
May 18
sports Free

Women's Only Rowing Clinic

May 19 - May 21 - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WILD Institute 120 Kingfisher Road Minden

Monday, May 18, 2026 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM WILD Institute, West Virginia
May 19
festival $5 admission

Webster County Woodchopping Festival 2026

West Virginia's premier lumberjack competition returns to Webster Springs for Memorial Day weekend — five days of chopping, sawing, fireworks, and mountain tradition since 1956.

May 19 - May 23, 2026 All day Bakers Island Recreation Area, Webster Springs
May 19
education Free

Evening Yoga in the Garden

Join us in the garden for an all-levels vinyasa flow class incorporating the inspirations of the Garden surrounding us as we practice. This hour-long practice will teach breathing techniques to relax and build heat within our bodies, yoga postures to strengthen and lengthen our muscles, and a gui...

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 20
community Free

America250: Folklore of Herbs in the 19th Century | History on Tap

Explore the rich stories of our historic town and gain a deeper appreciation of Harpers Ferry’s place in the nation’s story during our History on Tap series. Step into the warm, inviting ambiance of Alstadts Ale House and immerse yourself in engaging discussions on a range of fascinating history.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 20
arts Free

Paint and Sip at Gad Dam Brewing

May 21 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Gad Dam Brewing 922 Broad st Summersville

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Gad Dam Brewing, Summersville
May 21
outdoor Varies — see website

Fourest Festival 2026

A multi-day outdoor adventure and art gathering in the Monongahela National Forest featuring slacklining, aerial arts, live music, and camping under West Virginia's ancient trees.

May 21 - May 24, 2026 All day Monongahela National Forest, Seneca Rocks
May 21
festival Free admission

West Virginia Three Rivers Festival 2026

Fairmont's beloved waterfront festival returns for Memorial Day weekend with live music, food, crafts, and family fun where the Monongahela, West Fork, and Tygart Valley rivers meet.

May 21 - May 23, 2026 All day Fairmont Riverfront, Fairmont
May 21
music Free

Carnegie Hall Presents: Young@Heart

May 22 - 7:00 PM Carnegie Hall 611 Church St, Lewisburg, WV 24901, USA Lewisburg

Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:00 PM Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg
May 21
music Free

Trivia at the Lost Paddle

May 22 - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Lost Paddle at ACE ACE Adventure Resort | West Virginia White Water Rafting, 1 Concho road, Oak Hill, WV 25901, United States Oak Hill

Thursday, May 21, 2026 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM West Virginia, Oak Hill
May 21
music Free

Greg Riordan at Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company

May 22 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company 862 Industrial Park Rd, Lewisburg, WV 24901, USA Lewisburg

Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company, Lewisburg
May 21
arts Free

ArtSpring

ArtSpring promotes and cultivates the arts in public life and presents a weekend arts festival in the highlands of Tucker County, WV.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 21
community Free

Ripley on Sale – Flea Market

For over 20 years, Ripley On Sale has been taking place! It’s a huge Flea Market/yard sale on the Courthouse Lawn.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 See event details West Virginia, Ripley
May 21
outdoor Free

Appalachian Outlaw Trails Outlawfest

Who is ready for Outlawfest? -2 days -5 bands -Professional fireworks -Fun activities May 22-23 1786 Colonel Pauley Dr Belle, WV 25015 Free entry for music and fireworks, food and beverage can be purchased from one of our amazing local vendors that will be on site!

Thursday, May 21, 2026 See event details West Virginia, West Virginia
May 21
festival Free

Fourest Festival

Monongahela National Forest comes alive in the spring, making it the right place and right time to celebrate the most four-est forest we’ve ever known. Activities: – Slacklines, highlines, aerials, tr

Thursday, May 21, 2026 See event details Fourest Festival, West Virginia