Local Art
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 […]
KCPL Tiny Art Show Paint Nights
Kanawha County Public LibraryCreate your own tiny art and enter your masterpiece into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol Street. In the case of rain, join us indoors in the Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center on the […]
KCPL Tiny Art Show Paint Nights
Kanawha County Public LibraryCreate your own tiny art and enter your masterpiece into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol Street. In the case of rain, join us indoors in the Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center on the […]
KCPL Tiny Art Show Paint Nights
Kanawha County Public LibraryCreate your own tiny art and enter your masterpiece into the Main Library's Tiny Art Show, set for exhibition and community voting June 6-23! Paint stations will be set up outdoors on the library's plaza facing Capitol Street. In the case of rain, join us indoors in the Otis Laury Nutritional Literacy Center on the […]
KCPL Tiny Art Competition
Kanawha County Public LibraryTiny art, made at the Kanawha County Public Library's Main Library, will be on display on the library’s third floor, showcasing how art – big or small – can be impactful! Come vote for your favorites throughout FestivALL. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey […]
FestivALL Princess Exhibit
Kanawha County Public LibraryFestivALL Princess Exhibit June 14-23 | Library Hours In honor of FestivALL’s 20th year, view costumes, props, masks and more highlighting the evolution of the FestivALL Princess, June 14th-23rd. While there, learn more about the woman behind the mask, Jude Binder, and her vast contributions to the arts. Kanawha County Public Library 3rd Floor Magic […]
FestivALL Archives Exhibit
Kanawha County Public LibraryFestivALL Archives Exhibit June 14-23 | Library Hours Take a trip down memory lane with FestivALL as we celebrate 20 years of the arts! Check out this curated exhibit featuring pieces of public art and photos of events past throughout FestivALL 2024, June 14-23, at the Kanawha County Public Library's 3rd floor. Have a few […]
2024 Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition June 14-23 | Clay Center Hours Art-for-ALL is a juried art exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in 13 WV counties at The Clay Center.Check out the exhibition in the Ticketing Lobby of the Clay Center or on the FestivALL Neighborhood Arts Facebook page. Exhibition open during Clay Center […]
Put A Bird In It! – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesBuild your own custom birdhouse in this 2-hour beginner woodworking class, led by our own Daniel Riffle. Open to 12 participants, ages 12 or older. 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 […]
FestivALL Art Parade & AfterpARTy
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesArt Parade & AfterpARTy: 2pm-3:30pm Arts 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!Parade kicks off at […]
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. Parking is […]
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 […]
Public Art Mural Bike Tour
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesLearn about Charleston’s public art scene from the seat of your own bike!Celebrate 20 years of FestivALL with West Virginia Pedal Pals on a 90-minute guided bike tour of the vibrant murals of over 20 vibrant murals and public art installations in the capital city’s Downtown and East End neighborhoods.Bring your own bike and don’t […]
Public Art Mural Bike Tour
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesLearn about Charleston’s public art scene from the seat of your own bike! Celebrate 20 years of FestivALL with West Virginia Pedal Pals on a 90-minute guided bike tour of the vibrant murals of over 20 vibrant murals and public art installations in the capital city’s Downtown and East End neighborhoods. Meet at Taylor Books […]
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 your hunt using #FestivArtHunt24 […]
Downtown ArtWalk
Sidewalks of Downtown CharlestonStroll downtown Charleston, WV and visit unique businesses, featuring area artists showcasing their diverse talents! Enjoy street performers, live music, musical easels, and more as you move through the venues! Participating shops are located along Quarrier, Capitol, Lee, Summers and Hale streets in Downtown Charleston and feature a variety of art and goods – from […]
Art After Dark
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesEnjoy an evening of art, entertainment, and interactive fun in the Juliet Art Museum, for FREE! This month, we are debuting a new exhibition celebrating the life and work of beloved Charleston artist Charles Jupiter Hamilton! And it's the last chance to see our contemporary rug hooking exhibition "Stories are Made Loop by Loop." We’ll […]
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 […]
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 […]
2024 Art-for-ALL Juried Kids’ Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony June 23 | 1:30pmClay Center Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden FestivALL 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 […]
CANCELLED – Ice Cream & The Arts
Elk City 615 Tennessee Ave, Charleston, United States!!! THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED !!! FestivALL 14-28 Jun 2020 A City Becomes a Work of Art A City Becomes a Work of Art FestivALL A city-wide, multi-arts […]
Rise and Thrive: A Celebration of Resilience for Justice-Impacted Youth
Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation 178 Summers St, Charleston, WV, United StatesRise and Thrive: A Celebration of Resilience for Justice-Impacted Youth Oct. 8 -24Location: The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation, 178 Summers St.Viewers will enjoy this student exhibit through the windows from the sidewalk WVSDT's art exhibit, taking place in the windows of The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation, is being held in conjunction with Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM). YJAM is […]
Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Art-for-FALL is a juried art exhibition open to 7th-12th grades. Stop by The Clay Center to see this FestivFALL exhibition highlighting the work of local aspiring artists. The show will be up at the ticketing lobby of The Clay Center from October 11-20 with an Awards Ceremony at Haddad Riverfront […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVHarvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods at the Capitol Market. It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVHarvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods at the Capitol Market. It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This […]
ARTbus Unveiling
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaA new Charleston ARTbus will roll into town during FestivFALL!Designs have been submitted and one design has been chosen! This mobile mural will be the first youth design and will be unveiled on Oct. 15 when it will begin transporting thousands of commuters! Stay tuned for this year's winning design! THANK YOU to our generous […]
Public Art Bike Tour
Lee Street Triangle 240 Capitol St, Charleston, West VirginiaFestivALL 14-28 Jun 2020 A City Becomes a Work of Art A City Becomes a Work of Art FestivALL A city-wide, multi-arts festival in Charleston, WV showcasing a mix of music, theater, dance, visual art, and more each June. Nestled in the heart of Appalachia, over 100 FestivALL events will take place in more than […]
FestivFALL Art Scavenger Hunt
FestivALL Art Scavenger Hunt Can YOU solve the riddles?From Oct. 17-20, FestivFALL and Arts Amplified will hide pieces of art created by local artists throughout Charleston!Follow FestivALL and Arts Amplified on Facebook, and get a clue at 8am each morning to help you find the hidden artwork. The first person to find the artwork gets […]
Downtown Charleston ArtWalk
Downtown CharlestonDowntown Charleston ArtWalk Enjoy Charleston's free, premiere art event that brings you fine art, fashion, crafts, antiques, food and much more! Wander through shops, galleries, and businesses along Quarrier, Capitol, Lee, Summers, and Hale Streets, and discover regional art, performances, and unique finds. Date: Thursday, October 17Time: 5-8pm
Art-After-Dark
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-After-Dark When the gallery lights go down, the party lights come up for Art After Dark! Enjoy an evening of art, entertainment, and interactive fun in the Juliet Art Museum, with free admission! Explore the current exhibitions along with live performances by local musicians, take home art activities, and free parking during Downtown Charleston’s Art Walk! […]
An Evening with the Poets
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesAn Evening with the Poets October 18, 6pmLocation: Taylor Books Annex Gallery, 226 Capitol St.Marc Harshman presents a night of poetry at Taylor Books with Steve Scafidi and youth poet from Poetry Out Loud, Willow Peyton. Joining them will be Youth Poet Laureate representatives, Caterina Occhione and Mariam Hamdan. This event is free and open to the […]
Carriage Trail Leaf Walk
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesCarriage Trail Leaf Walk Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 1-4pmEnjoy the arts outside during FestivFALL. Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail amid fall foliage as you walk along the .65 mile trail taking in the sites and sounds of live music, art, dance, and more.Enjoy vignettes by Carli MarineckLive music TBAVisual art by Brianna Taftand […]
2024 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony at Haddad Riverfront Park! Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades 7th through 12th from 13 West Virginia counties.This awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners of this 13-county teen juried art exhibition.Oct. 20, 1:30pmClay Center Sculpture Garden, 1 Clay Square Thank you […]
Sunset Yoga
Sunset Yoga Close out the final day and final hours of FestivFALL with a free yoga class as the sunsets over the Kanawha River. Instructor: Randy Boyd Randy is one of West Virginia’s most highly trained yoga teachers. He completed a 200 hour teacher training with Todd Norian in the Anusara school of Yoga in […]