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  • Downtown Open

    Downtown Charleston

    Golf your way through downtown Charleston, WV this summer! The sidewalks of downtown Charleston are transformed into a one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown, showcases […]

  • FestivALL Eve Drum Circle

    Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West Virginia

    FestivALL Eve Drum Circle Thursday, May 21 | 6pm Chris Higgins will lead this special drum circle welcoming FestivALL to town for the 22nd year during ArtWalk. Bring your own […]

  • FestivALL Street Performers, Artists, and Public Art

    Downtown Charleston

    FestivALL Princess (Jude Binder), O’Ryan the O’Mazing, public art projects, and more will add color and fun to many events throughout FestivALL. Location: Various events during FestivALL

  • Vandalia Gathering

    WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Vanadalia Gathering Celebrate traditional old-time music and dance with a weekend of contests, performances, and impromptu jam sessions around the state Capitol grounds. The festival also features the popular “Liar’s Contest,” as well as dozens of artisans and food vendors. Visit wvculture.org for the full schedule Presented by West Virginia Department of Tourism   On Sunday, […]

  • Art-for-ALL Kids Juried Art Exhibition

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Art-for-ALL is a juried exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in several WV counties. The exhibition is open during KCPL hours on the fourth floor of the […]

  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

    Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WV

    Friday, May 22 | 6:30pm    LOCATION UPDATE: due to rain, this event is now being hosted at the Grand Hall at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. Click here for more details about the location change.   Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks […]

  • Art & Architecture Walking Tour

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Art & Architecture Walking Tour Dive into the fascinating history, present, and promising future of Charleston and its downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing with history, architecture, and […]

  • Public Art Bike Tour

    Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United States

    Saturday, May 23 | 11am  Join West Virginia Pedal Pals for a 60-minute, beginner-friendly group ride exploring the amazing public art around Charleston. Meet at the Lee Street Triangle (805 Lee Street) in front of the blue ‘Bike Man’ sculpture at 11 a.m. Bring your own bike and helmet — to bring plenty of water […]

  • Carriage Trail Walk

    Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United States

    Carriage Trail Walk Sunday, May 24 | 1-4pm Enjoy the arts outside during FestivALL. Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail as you walk along the .65-mile trail, taking in the sights and sounds of live music, art, dance, and more. Enjoy artful dance performances produced by Carli Mareneck, live music, other performing artists, […]

  • FestivALL Family Cookout

    Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

    Monday, May 25 | 11am – 3pm FestivALL’s newest event is coming to the Capitol Market! (LOCATION CHANGED from Slack Plaza to Capitol Market due to weather) Celebrate Memorial Day the FestivALL way—grab a hot dog, spread out a blanket on the lawn, and enjoy live entertainment on the main stage. Inspired by the feeling […]

  • The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Tuesday, May 26 | 11am – 1pm The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta is a miniature “yacht” race that raises much-needed funds for the Kanawha County Public Library and other Kiwanis charities. Corporate and civic leaders battle in elimination heats at this spirited event — the first boat to reach the distant shore of the library plaza […]

  • Base Camp Printing Company Lego Printing Workshop 1

    Base Camp Printing 1314 Hansford St., Charleston, WV, United States

    LEGO Printing Workshop This workshop combines the fun of LEGOs with the process of printmaking! Each participant will get a 5″ base and a variety of LEGO brick shapes to create their design. Then we will help you print your block on our Vandercook Printing Press! This is the 1 of 2 workshops – there […]

  • Base Camp Printing Company Lego Printing Workshop 2

    Base Camp Printing 1314 Hansford St., Charleston, WV, United States

    LEGO Printing Workshop This workshop combines the fun of LEGOs with the process of printmaking! Each participant will get a 5″ base and a variety of LEGO brick shapes to create their design. Then we will help you print your block on our Vandercook Printing Press! This is the 2 of 2 workshops – there […]

  • DANCE FestivALL

    The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Tuesday, May 26 | 7:30pm  This headlining event for FestivALL features performances by special guest artists from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Grace Rookstool and David O’Matz, joined by dancers from the Charleston Ballet under the direction of Kim Pauley, River City Youth Ballet Ensemble under the direction of Michelle Raider- Simon and JADCO Contemporary Dance Company […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026.  During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises departing from Hadaad Riverfront Park at 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. Each cruise will last 1 ½ hours. Listen to live commentary by our Captain, sip […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026.  During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises departing from Hadaad Riverfront Park at 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm. Each cruise will last 1 ½ hours. Listen to live commentary by our Captain, sip […]

  • (SOLD OUT) FestivALL River Queen Cruise: Three Things: Season 11, Episode 3

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Wednesday, May 27 | 7pm  Enjoy Season 11, Episode 3 of Three Things during FestivALL while floating down the Kanawha River aboard the River Queen. FestivALL’s live speaker series will showcase three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, and where they are going.  Guests for […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • “I’m With the Band!” Ukulele Jam Session with Tony M. Music

    Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West Virginia

    Thursday, May 28 | 5:30pm  Join multi-instrumentalist Tony M. Music for a basic introduction to playing the ukulele. Bring your ukulele (some available on site) and learn a few easy […]

  • Salsa Lesson on the Riverfront

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Thursday, May 28 | 6pm  Join us at Haddad Riverfront Park for a FREE salsa lesson.  Learn the steps, move to the rhythm, and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere along […]

  • William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

    The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United States

    Thursday, May 28 | 7pm  Experience the Bard’s celebration of love, magic and theater with Rustic Mechanicals, West Virginia’s only professional Shakespeare troupe, as they bring “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Friday, May 29 | 6:30pm  Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site with live music […]

  • Squaredancing with FOOTMAD

    Kanawha Presbyterian Church

    Friday, May 29 | 7pm  Swing your partner ’round and ’round at this old-time square dance featuring expert caller Steve Ballman and live music from the Kessinger Brothers — national […]

  • KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around

    Saturday, May 30 | 10am – 2pm Enjoy the KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around, a rhyming picture book that celebrates gardening and the life cycle of plants, following vegetables […]

  • Children’s Art Fair (Saturday)

    Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United States

    FestivALL Children’s Art Fair (Saturday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-5pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-4pm   The Children’s Art Fair is two days of family fun! Enjoy make & take […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • O’Ryan the O’Mazing’s Spectacular Circus Class

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Saturday, May 30 | 1pm  Join O’Ryan the O’Mazing — a longtime, beloved FestivALL street performer — for this family-friendly class on the art of clowning! Learn how to build […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)

    Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United States

    FestivALL Children’s Art Fair (Sunday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-5pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-4pm   The Children’s Art Fair is two days of family fun! Enjoy make & take […]

  • Hot Jazz, a brass band, performs at the Capitol Street Art Fair in Charleston, WV.

    Hot Jazz at the Capitol Street Art Fair

    Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United States

    Get your umbrellas ready for a second line parade around the Capitol Street Art Fair with Hot Jazz, Charleston’s New Orleans-style brass band.  

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Hot Jazz at the Capitol Street Art Fair

    Get your umbrellas ready for a second line parade around the Capitol Street Art Fair with Hot Jazz, Charleston’s New Orleans-style brass band.

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • FestivALL River Cruises: Murder on the River Queen

    Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Sunday, May 31 | 7pm Solve this murder mystery on the open waters of the mighty Kanawha River! A sternwheeler becomes a crime scene in “Murder on the River Queen,” […]