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Foam at the Dome
WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesRaise a glass to urban development at Foam at the Dome! Over 70 breweries, 200 beers, 8 food vendors and 20 artisans will be on hand along the beautiful Kanawha River. 100% of ticket purchases go directly towards urban development in Charleston. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Take Our Survey!
Youth ArtBus Voting
Charleston's ARTbus is back! The public will vote on their favorite June 14th - 23rd as part of FestivALL. Visit us at festivallcharleston.com to cast your vote through June 23rd […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Juneteenth Celebration
WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesA day of camaraderie, history, showcasing statewide talent, and featuring nationally known recording artists, Raheem DeVaughn and Glenn Jones. Juneteenth commemorates the holiday that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. Join the HHOMA in celebrating Juneteenth 2024 with music, games, bounce houses, vendors, and fun for everyone! Presented by Have a […]
Museum After Hours
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesRevisit the sheer joy of summer camp but replace mosquitos and sunburns with liquid nitrogen smores and a cash bar. Event includes museum exploration, STEM Lab, a show in the Caperton Planetarium and Theater and more! Ages 21+.
Morning Yoga & Sound
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesJust like the physical body, our energy and emotional systems require care and attention. When neglected, our frequency lowers and we lose the vitality and resilience to meet the demands of everyday life. It can even cause us to experience disease like chronic stress, anxiety and depression. In this free class that is accessible to […]
WV Birthday Celebration Concert
Kanawha State Forest 7420 Kanawha State Forest Dr., Charleston, WV, United StatesFor more than 20 years, the Kanawha State Forest Foundation has hosted the Kanawha Valley Community Band for a concert honoring WV Day. Come celebrate West Virginia’s birthday at Kanawha State Forest with a free concert. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. The concert will take place on the lawn in front of […]
Authors’ Roundtable
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesCurated and hosted by WV Poet Laureate, Marc Harshman, this year's panel will feature award-winning journalists Eric Eyre, Erin Beck, and Amelia Ferrell Knisely. Each will read selections from their works, share insights regarding the field of journalism and reflect upon the current state of the literary world. The authors will also be open to […]
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 […]
Kiwanis Corporate Regatta
Kanawha County Public LibraryThe Kiwanis Corporate Regatta is an exciting miniature "yacht" race that raises much needed funds for the Kanawha County Public Library and other Kiwanins charities. The competitors use super soaker water guns to power their model yachts across the fountain waters. See wckiwanis.org for more information! Presented by Have a few minutes to help us […]
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 […]
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 […]
Elevations
Hale Street CenterAn evening of Jazz and Poetry with the Bob Thompson Unit featuring poet Jamela "North Star" Brown.
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 […]
How to Craft a Wood Rose – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesLearn the process of crafting your own arrangement of wooden roses with our beginner class. This 90-minute class will provide you with everything you need to walk out of the shop with your very own arrangement of wood roses including a vase.
Dress For Success Recycle the Runway Fashion Show
Hale Street CenterStep into the world of high fashion at Dress For Success' Recycle the Runway Fashion Show! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with fierce fashion competition, live music, mouthwatering bites, and an exclusive shopping experience. Don't miss your chance to be part of this stylish extravaganza!
Community Drum Circle
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCreate beautiful, soothing, and exciting rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience is necessary. Instruments available but bring a drum or shaker if you have one. Chairs provided. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to […]
Trivia Night with Folklore Music Exchange
Fife Street Brewing 180 Summers St, Charleston, WV, United StatesCome down to Fife Street Brewing with your friends and take part in trivia night with the folks from Folklore Music Exchange.
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 […]
Build Your Own Macrame & Wood Shelves – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThis hands-on class includes everything you need to build your very own shelf! Includes materials like macrame cord, wood shelf, and starter ring. After 90-minutes you will walk out the door with your very own shelf and the knowledge to do it again and again!
Afternoon Family Yoga
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaBring the whole family to this fun and light hearted class that is accessible for everyone, even beginners! Join Nina Casto trauma-informed 500-RYT, LMT, Reiki and Sound Therapy Practitioner and Owner of The Folded Leaf Yoga and Wellness Center for an hour movement, breathwork and sound class to relax and restore. Must bring your own […]
West Virginia Day Open House
Join us for West Virginia Day at one of Charleston's most historic homes! Refreshments, tours of the 1836 MacFarland-Hubbard House and a living history presentation will celebrate our state's birthday and the West Virginia Humanities Council's own 50th birthday!
Rolls on the River
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesJoin Charleston Montessori School as they team up with FestivALL to present Rolls on the River, an annual pepperoni roll competition. There's no better way to celebrate WV Day than with pepperoni rolls! Attendees can taste delicious pepperoni rolls, sip beer, and shop local artisan vendors and vote for your favorite rolls. The Chucktown Allstars […]
Finding The Singing Spruce author discussion at Taylor Books
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesDiscussion and Q&A with folklorist Jasper Waugh-Quasebarth, author of Finding the Singing Spruce: Musical Instrument Makers and Appalachia’s Mountain Forests, available now from WVU Press. Following three craftspeople in the mountain forests of Appalachia through their processes of making instruments, Quasebarth's book considers the meanings of work, place, and creative expression in drawing music from […]
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 […]
Morning Yoga & Sound
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesJust like the physical body, our energy and emotional systems require care and attention. When neglected, our frequency lowers and we lose the vitality and resilience to meet the demands of everyday life. It can even cause us to experience disease like chronic stress, anxiety and depression. In this free class that is accessible to […]
Little Lecture by Dr. Robert Miller: “The Doctrine of Discovery and Colonization in North America”
1310 Kanawha Blvd. E.On the 250th anniversary of Dunmore's War in West Virginia, legal expert and tribal judge Robert Miller, a member of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma, will discuss the "doctrine of discovery's" use during the early colonization of the United States.
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 […]