• Downtown Open

    Downtown Charleston

    The sidewalks of downtown Charleston are transformed into a one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown, showcases regional companies and small businesses, and provides free entertainment […]

    Free
  • FestivALL Eve Drum Circle

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

    FestivALL Eve Drum Circle Thursday, May 21 | 7pm 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

    Free
  • Vandalia Gathering

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

    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 […]

  • Art-for-ALL Kids Juried Art Exhibition

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Mon.–Thur. 9am–8pm, Fri. & Sat. 9am–5pm, Sun. Closed 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 […]

    Free
  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site.  Presented by Moses Auto Group and The City […]

    Free
  • Art & Architecture Walking Tour

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Dive into the fascinating history, present and promising future of Charleston and her downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing in history, architecture and art – guests will learn […]

    Free
  • Public Art Bike Tour

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

    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 […]

    Free
  • 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, […]

  • FestivALL Family Cookout

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

    FestivALL’s newest event is coming to Slack Plaza at City Center and Summers Street! Celebrate Memorial Day the FestivALL way—grab a hot dog, spread out a blanket on the lawn, […]

    Free
  • The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta

    Kanawha County Public Library

    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 […]

    Free
  • DANCE FestivALL

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

    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 […]

  • Salsa Lesson on the Riverfront

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

    Join us at Haddad Riverfront Park for FREE salsa lessons. Learn the steps, move to the rhythm, and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere along the riverfront. Whether you’re a beginner […]

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

    Folklore Music Exchange 1025 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV

    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” to life. Location: The Clay […]

    Free
  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site.  Presented by: Moses Auto Group and The City […]

    Free
  • Squaredancing with FOOTMAD

    Kanawha Presbyterian Church

    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 flatpicking champion Robin Kessinger and […]

    Free
  • KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around

    Enjoy the KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around, a rhyming picture book that celebrates gardening and the life cycle of plants, following vegetables as they grow “up, down, and around”.  […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • FestivALL River Cruises: Murder on the River Queen

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

    A sternwheeler becomes a crime scene in “Murder on the River Queen,” a 1920s-themed murder mystery theatre cruise! Dress in your best roaring ’20s attire, interact with the cast, and […]