family-fun
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 1st Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 1st Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 2nd Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
Downtown Open
Sidewalks of Downtown CharlestonCharleston Area Alliance invites you to head to downtown Charleston and enjoy this pop up putt putt course sponsored by West Virginia American Water. You may pick up and return putters and balls at any of these locations: Taylor Books, Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille, Art Emporium or Tony the Tailor. THANK YOU to […]
FestivALL Princess Exhibit
Kanawha County Public LibraryIn honor of FestivALL’s 20th year, view costumes, props, masks and more highlighting the evolution of the FestivALL Princess. While there, learn more about the woman behind the mask, Jude Binder, and her vast contributions to the arts.
2024 Art-for-ALL Juried Kids Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Art-for-ALL, a kids' juried art exhibition at the Clay Center. Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades pre-k through 6th from 13 West Virginia counties. The exhibition will be open to the public in the Clay Center lobby from June 14-23. People’s Choice voting will be open on the FestivALL Neighborhood Arts […]
Downtown Art & Architecture Walking Tours
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesStroll the brick sidewalks of Charleston with a local guide and learn about the history, public art and architecture of downtown in these 60-90 minute tours. Distance is about 1.2 miles. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome. Space is limited to 15 people per tour.
Downtown Art & Architecture Walking Tours
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesStroll the brick sidewalks of Charleston with a local guide and learn about the history, public art and architecture of downtown in these 60-90 minute tours. Distance is about 1.2 miles. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome. Space is limited to 15 people per tour.
Live on the Levee featuring Levon
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesEnjoy an evening by the Kanawha River for Live on the Levee, a FREE Friday night concert series in Charleston, WV! Live on the Levee concerts take place every Friday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends and feature local and regional musical acts. Food and drink vendors on site include beer and wine. […]
CAMC Foundation “Run for Your Life”
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesPresenting the 2024 CAMC Foundation Run For Your Life! Join us as we raise funds to support colorectal cancer awareness and screening initiatives. What better way to see a city become a work of art than by foot! This 5-mile race takes runners through downtown Charleston before ascending Spring Hill Cemetery Park where participants traverse […]
Kites Over Kanawha City
Mountaineer Montessori Soccer FieldKCCA is bringing back for the second year an old pastime to Kanawha City – kite building and flying. Come join us for an afternoon of fun and help us fill the skies with beauty and excitement and enjoy the day together! This event will feature an exhibition flying large kites by New Era Air […]
FestivALL Art Parade & AfterpARTy
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesArts organizations, community partners, musicians and more will parade from the Kanawha Boulevard to Slack Plaza via Summers Street in celebration of the arts in our region. As the parade winds down, the fun doesn’t stop as music, inflatables, make-and-take crafts and more take over Slack Plaza! REGISTER HERE! Where does the parade take place? […]
Carriage Trail Walk with Music, Art, Dance
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesTake a shaded stroll on the charming Sunrise Carriage Trail with music, dance, and art along the way. Performances include music by Nolan Collins, an interactive jam session with Mark Davis & Andy Park, dance performances with JADCO Contemporary Dance Company, form drawing lessons with Megan Dailey and more. Location/Parking: Sunrise Carriage Trail, 746 Myrtle Rd. […]
TGKVF: STREAM for All
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCalling all aspiring scientists, engineers, artists, and innovators! Get ready to ignite your curiosity and explore the wonders of STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). Join us for this free event as we spark creativity, inspire innovation, and cultivate the next generation of leaders. Don't miss out on the opportunity to unleash your […]
Dizzy Doc Balloon Sculpture
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesBack by popular demand! Aaron Hay (Dizzy Doc) will construct a massive balloon sculpture, the likes of which have delighted FestivALL attendees for years. Enjoy visits throughout the creation starting June 17, and see the complete creation on June 23! For over 24 years, Aaron has been making art with the medium of Balloons! This […]
Dawg Days of Summer
Spring Hill Cemetery & Arboretum 1555 Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV, United StatesBring your pup to the Cemetery for a self-guided walk that will introduce you to the history of Charleston and trees in the Arboretum. Dog themed vendors, presentations, and activities. Music by Spencer Elliott, a fun-for-the-whole-family event! Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below […]
Appalachian Festival of Young Voices
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WVJoin this national children’s chorus festival produced by the Appalachian Children’s Chorus, this year hosting children from ten choirs across the nation. The concert will be conducted by world renown composer/conductor, Dr. Rollo Dilworth and ACC Artistic Director Christopher Brown. The festival choir will be accompanied by a professional orchestra and world-class string band, singing […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? Each day two pieces of art created by local artists will be hidden somewhere throughout Charleston! Follow FestivALL and Arts Amplified on social media to get a clue towards finding the hidden artwork. First one to find it gets to keep it! Find it or not, share a photo from […]
Juneteenth Celebration
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaGet ready to groove and celebrate freedom at the Juneteenth Celebration! Join us at Slack Plaza in the heart of City Center for an unforgettable day of festivities. Dive into the rhythm of the parade, sway to live music, and soak up the vibrant cultural entertainment. Best part? It's all free for you and your […]
Let’s Get Cooking with Chef Paul
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVCome learn to prepare delicious recipes from Chef Paul Smith! The demonstration starts at 11:30 a.m. under the outdoor market pavilion. Sponsored by Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to hear more about any event ideas and what […]
Live on the Levee featuring John Inghram: A Tribute to the Talking Heads
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesEnjoy an evening by the Kanawha River for Live on the Levee, a FREE Friday night concert series in Charleston, WV! Live on the Levee concerts take place every Friday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekends and feature local and regional musical acts. Food and drink vendors on site include beer and wine. 6:30pm […]
Children’s Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesThe Children’s Art Fair is the perfect two days of family fun! The Children’s Art Fair & Sale offers young artists the chance to interact with each other and the public. Invited artists and groups offer free make-and-take art activities, kid-friendly performances take the stage all day long, and children have the opportunity to participate […]
Capitol Street Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
SLC Super Saturday: Art Adventures at Your Library
Kanawha County Public LibraryPlanned in conjunction with FestivALL, your library friends are ready for everyone to stop by and register for Summer Library Club, play lawn games, try your hand at splash painting, vote for your favorites in the Tiny Art Show, and enjoy free snacks! The fun is on the Library's Capitol Street Plaza from 11am to […]
Capitol Street Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
2024 Art-for-ALL Juried Kids’ Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Art-for-ALL, a kids' juried art exhibition at the Clay Center. Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades pre-k through 6th from 13 West Virginia counties. This awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners of this 13-county children’s juried art exhibition as well as have a special guest artist speaker. […]
Ice Cream & The Arts
Elk City 615 Tennessee Ave, Charleston, United StatesIce Cream & the Arts is a street fair and chalk art festival in the Elk City District of the West Side. Free ice cream is available to attendees as local artists and chalk artists create their own chalk masterpieces. Attendees can enjoy numerous participatory art activities as well. Have a few minutes to help […]
FestivBALL at the GoMart Ballpark
GoMart Ballpark 601 Morris St., Charleston, WVThe Charleston Dirty Birds take on Gastonia during FestivBALL at the park! We’ll unveil a limited edition FestivBALL art contest winner with the chance to connect art and America’s pastime. Also enjoy some live music on the ballpark’s new Community Keys piano. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from […]