BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//FestivALL - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:FestivALL X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://festivallcharleston.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for FestivALL REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020310Z UID:1740-1728345600-1729814399@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Rise and Thrive: A Celebration of Resilience for Justice-Impacted Youth DESCRIPTION:Rise and Thrive: A Celebration of Resilience for Justice-Impacted Youth\nOct. 8 -24Location: The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation\, 178 Summers St.Viewers will enjoy this student exhibit through the windows from the sidewalk\n  \nWVSDT‘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).  \nYJAM is an annual campaign where advocates unite to organize digital and in-person events to raise awareness and inspire action for young people impacted by the justice system.  \nThe exhibit will feature student artwork centered around the themes of resilience and personal strength and will be on display in the windows of The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation from Oct. 8-24.  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/gkvf-art-showcase/ LOCATION:Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation\, 178 Summers St\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020309Z UID:1738-1728604800-1729468799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition\n \nArt-for-FALL is a juried art exhibition open to 7th-12th grades. \nStop 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 Park on Oct. 20 at 3:30pm. \nFREE Event \nThe purpose of the exhibition is to provide a forum for teen student artists to display their work and to recognize excellence. The exhibition will be held in The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences\, October 11-20\, and will be free and open to the public along with the Awards Ceremony at The Clay Center on October 20 at 3:30pm. A slide show of accepted works will be displayed on the FestivALL Charleston Neighborhood Arts Initiative Facebook page. \nSUBMISSION DEADLINE: Oct. 1 (more details coming soon) \nSee full details\, deadlines and guidelines HERE. \nELIGIBILITY:\nJurying for Art-for-FALL is open to all students in 7th through 12th grades in Boone\, Braxton\, Cabell\, Clay\, Fayette\, Greenbrier\, Jackson\, Kanawha\, Lincoln\, Nicholas\, Putnam\, Raleigh and Roane counties. Each student may submit one entry\, though students may also submit as part of a group piece in addition to the one individual submission. Work needs to have been completed after August 1\, 2023. Artwork can be completed from a school project OR be made at home. There is no theme. \nStudents must be CURRENTLY enrolled in middle school or high schools in the above counties. \nIf you participated in Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition in summer 2024 as a 6th grader and are submitting to Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition as a 7th grader\, we ask that you make sure you are submitting different artwork. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-for-fall-teen-juried-art-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Clay Center\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020310Z UID:1739-1729123200-1729468799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:FestivFALL Art Scavenger Hunt DESCRIPTION:FestivALL Art Scavenger Hunt\n \nCan YOU solve the riddles? \nFrom Oct. 17-20\, FestivFALL and Arts Amplified will hide pieces of art created by local artists throughout Charleston! \nFollow 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 to keep it!  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/festivfall-art-scavenger-hunt/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020306Z UID:1733-1729328400-1729357200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:West Virginia Book Festival DESCRIPTION:West Virginia Book Festival\n \nThe West Virginia Book Festival is a free annual event for book lovers of all ages. \nFeaturing programs by local and international bestselling authors such as Joy Callaway\, Gregg Hurwitz\, Sadeqa Johnson\, Gene Luen Yang\, and Mia Manansala. In addition to this\, enjoy the Used Book Sale and a Festival Marketplace. \nLOCATION: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center\n9am-5pm \n\nCLICK HERE TO SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/west-virginia-book-festival/ LOCATION:Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Theater\, 200 Civic Center Drive\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301 CATEGORIES:family-fun,Literature ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020302Z UID:1728-1729346400-1729353600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Dracula: The Seduction DESCRIPTION:The Charleston Ballet presents\nDRACULA: THE SEDUCTION\n \nSaturday\, October 19\, 2024 at 2pm \nLocation: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Theater \nExperience the haunting allure of DRACULA: The Seduction! An enchanting story of Miranda\, a gypsy maiden who becomes entangled with the mysterious Count Dracula against a backdrop of vampires\, gypsies\, bats\, and the haunting brides of Dracula.  \nComposed by Emmy award-winning Anthony DiLorenzo\, DRACULA: The Seduction returns\, promising a memorable performance of passion and danger! \nTickets:Adults $35Students/Seniors $30 \n \n CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n \nHave 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 you’d like to see at future FestivALL events! \n \n Survey Coming Soon URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/dracula-the-seduction-2/ LOCATION:Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Theater\, 200 Civic Center Drive\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301 CATEGORIES:dance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="Charleston Ballet":MAILTO:info@thecharlestonballet.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020322Z UID:1746-1729364400-1729364400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Alban Arts Center presents 'Steel Magnolias' DESCRIPTION:Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’\n \nThe Alban Arts Center proudly presents Steel Magnolias.\n“Steel Magnolias” is a heartfelt and humorous play written by Robert Harling. Set in a small Louisiana town\, the play centers around a close-knit group of Southern women who gather regularly at a local beauty salon run by the no-nonsense Truvy Jones. The story unfolds over a span of about three years\, showcasing the daily lives\, struggles\, and triumphs of these strong\, resilient women. \nThe play explores themes of friendship\, family\, and the complexities of life through a series of poignant and often humorous scenes. The title itself reflects the essence of the characters: “Steel” symbolizes their strength and resilience\, while “Magnolias” represents their delicate and nurturing nature.\nThrough its blend of humor and emotional depth\, “Steel Magnolias” highlights the power of female friendship and the enduring support these women provide each other through life’s ups and downs. The play has been celebrated for its authentic portrayal of Southern life and its ability to resonate with audiences through its relatable characters and heartfelt storytelling. \nLocation: The Capitol Theater\, 123 Summers St. \nTickets: $15 advance/$20 at the door\nAll Ages\nAlban Arts Center: albanartscenter.com \n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/alban-arts-center-presents-steel-magnolias-2/ LOCATION:The Capitol Theater\, 123 Summers St.\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:theatre ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020259Z UID:1725-1729429200-1729440000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive! DESCRIPTION:Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive!\n \nHistory will come alive at Spring Hill Cemetery during FestivFALL! \nFriends of Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum annual multi-faceted celebration of the wonder and awe of Spring Hill. \nDiscover Charleston’s rich history on a self-guided walk through the beautiful Cemetery Grounds where you can enjoy magnificent views and interactive entertainment along the way. \nAlso enjoy live music\, and refreshments from the Mountain Juice Co. \nLeashed dogs are welcome! \nSee Trolley shuttle details below. \nAlong the route:\n– Reenactors will tell stories of historic Charleston. \n– Meet Larry Rowe\, author of ‘Virginia Slavery and King Salt in Booker T. Washington’s Boyhood Home’ \n– Learn about Charleston’s Craik-Patton House and Daughters of American Revolution. \n– Participate in a commemorative tree planting with the Sons of the American Revolution. \n– Take in the parks’ charming and plentiful wildlife with flora and fauna experts. \nClick here for more info about Spring Hill Cemetery Park \nLike ‘Friends of Spring Hill Park and Arboretum’ on Facebook for Event and Cemetery Updates. \nKRT will also provide a bus shuttle that will run from the Carriage Trail Leaf Walk to Spring Hill Cemetery. This will run on a loop from 1-4pm. \nHave 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 you’d like to see at future FestivALL events! \n\nSurvey Coming Soon\n \nWant to volunteer for this event?\n\n\nVolunteer Sign Ups Coming Soon URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/spring-hill-cemetery-history-comes-alive/ LOCATION:Spring Hill Cemetery & Arboretum\, 1555 Farnsworth Drive\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020300Z UID:1726-1729429200-1729440000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Carriage Trail Leaf Walk DESCRIPTION:Carriage Trail Leaf Walk\n \n Sunday\, October 20\, 2024 from 1-4pm \nEnjoy 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. \nEnjoy vignettes by Carli MarineckLive music TBAVisual art by Brianna Taftand more! \nBe aware that the trail is a wide gravel way approximately one half mile long and has a moderately steep incline. \nDogs on leashes are welcome. \nLocation/Parking: Sunrise Carriage Trail\, 746 Myrtle Rd. Parking is limited. We recommend parking at Farmer\, Cline\, Campbell PLLC at the top of the trail or across the bridge in downtown Charleston. \nParking is limited at the bottom of  top of the trail\, but a trolley will run continuously from 12:45PM-4:15PM taking attendees from the top of the Carriage Trail to the Founders Day Program at Springhill Cemetery before looping back through and stopping on Capitol Street. \n  \nThank You To Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n Previous\n Next\n \n Survey Coming Soon\n \nWant to volunteer for this event?\n \n \n \n Volunteer Sign Ups Coming Soon URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/carriage-trail-leaf-walk/ LOCATION:Sunrise Carriage Trail\, 746 Myrtle Rd.\, Charleston\, WV\, 25314\, United States CATEGORIES:dance,family-fun,Local Art,music,theatre,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020259Z UID:1724-1729431000-1729436400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:2024 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:FestivALL 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. \nThis awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners of this 13-county teen juried art exhibition. \nOct. 20\, 1:30pmClay Center Sculpture Garden\, 1 Clay Square \nThank you to our generous sponsors\n\n\n\n Previous\n Next \nHave 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 you’d like to see at future FestivALL events! \n \n Survey Coming Soon\n \nWant to volunteer for this event?\n \n \n \n Volunteer Signups Coming Soon URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/2024-art-for-fall-teen-juried-art-exhibition-awards-ceremony/ LOCATION:The Clay Center Sculpture Garden\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020323Z UID:1747-1729440000-1729447200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Performance By The West Virginia Dance Company DESCRIPTION:Performance by the West Virginia Dance Company\n \nThrough the art of movement\, West Virginia Dance Company shares with their audiences intimate portraits of the human experience\, energetic displays of the power of nature and vibrant images of the nuances of world cultures. With repertory works featuring both emerging and established contemporary choreographers\, each piece is unique and engaging\, ensuring a performance that keeps audience members thinking long after the curtain comes down. Come explore with us. \nJoin us for an evening of dance as the West Virginia Dance Company performs for FestivFALL on October 20 at 4 pm.  \nSunday\, October 20\, 2024 at 4pm.  \nLocation: The Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Charleston\, WV 25305 \nTickets: $15 (Adults)\, $5 (Students/children) \n \n ONLINE TICKETS COMING SOON URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/performance-by-the-west-virginia-dance-company/ LOCATION:The Culture Center\, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:dance,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020305Z UID:1731-1729450800-1729456200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Sunset Yoga DESCRIPTION:Sunset Yoga\n \nClose out the final day and final hours of FestivFALL with a free yoga class as the sunsets over the Kanawha River.  \n  \nInstructor: Randy Boyd \n \nRandy 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 2007. In 2012\, he completed his first 500 hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training through the Anusara method. In 2016 he completed an advanced certification in the Ashaya Yoga Advanced 300 hour Teacher Training. \nClick here to learn more URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/sunset-yoga/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020324Z UID:1749-1738260000-1738270800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading DESCRIPTION:Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading\n\nA night honoring the legacy of Giancarlo DiTrapano and support the Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation for Literature and the Arts.All proceeds go directly to supporting the Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation’s biannual writers’ and artists’ residency in Sezze\, Italy. \n6:00 – 7:30 pm: Cocktails\, appetizers\, and live music by Bob Thompson. \n7:30 – 8:30 pm: Readings and multimedia art by Foundation residents\, including West Virginia native Scott McClanahan\, Juliet Escoria\, Blake Butler\, Megan Boyle\, Nathan Dragon\, Raegan Bird\, Izzy Casey\, Walt John Pearce\, Stephen Mortland\, and Amanda VanValkenburg. \n8:30 – 9 pm: Cash bar and book signing\, with residents’ books on sale by Taylor Books. \nTickets\nCocktail Party: $100tickets include admission at 6:00 pm before the readings\, 2 drinks\, food\, music\, and a DiTrapano Foundation tote bag. \nGeneral Admission: $10 tickets will only include admission to the reading. Doors open at 7:30 pm. \n \n CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/giancarlo-ditrapano-foundation-3rd-anniversary-benefit-and-reading/ LOCATION:Coco’s\, 233 Hale Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020323Z UID:1748-1740852000-1740868200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:FeastivALL Fundraiser 2025 DESCRIPTION:FeastivALL\n \nGet the tastiest ticket in town and join us for our annual fundraiser in support of FestivALL’s vibrant arts programming and entertainment experiences.\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n \nJoin us for a night of food\, drink\, and celebration in support of FestivALL 2025!\nFeastivALL\, FestivALL’s annual fundraisier\, is BACK! A festive evening that includes a feast of delectable dishes\, craft brew & wine pairings\, a twist of competition\, live entertainment\, and a silent auction all in support of FestivALL. \nFeastivALL raises crucial funds for FestivALL’s vibrant art programming and entertainment experiences. Join us on March 1\, and enjoy a 5-course gourmet meal featuring an epic battle of libations. Each course is expertly paired with a wine & beer – and at the end of each course\, diners will be asked to vote on their favorite. \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 1\, 2025 \n5:30 -6:30pm – VIP reception \n6:00PM – Cocktail hour with complimentary wine & beer and silent auction begins \n7:00PM – Dinner service begins (approximate) \nWHERE: University of Charleston \nTICKETS: Seating is limited! \n\nGeneral Admission: $130 per person\nVIP: $175 per person. Includes an intimate reception (5:30pm-6:30pm)\, early silent auction access\, music by local musicians\, light hors d’oeuvres\, automatic entry into an art raffle exclusive to VIP\, and reserved seating for dinner. Space is very limited.\nReserved table for 10 (VIP): $1\,75\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS\n\n \nMore FeastivALL information coming soon to Facebook! \nQuestions? Email director@festivallcharleston.com \nWant to volunteer for this event?\n\n\nClick Here to Volunteer for this Event! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/feastivall-fundraiser-2025/ LOCATION:University of Charleston\, 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE\,\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:food,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020332Z UID:1767-1747735200-1748797200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Dizzy Doc's Amazing Balloon Sculpture DESCRIPTION:Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture\nMay 20 – June 1\n \n Back 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 during construction and following completion in the Clay Center Lobby! \nLocation: Clay Center Lobby\, 1 Clay SquareHours: Mon.-Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. 12pm–5pm \nSponsor: This FY25 Community Arts project is presented with financial assistance from the West Virginia Department of Arts\, Culture and History and the National Endowment for the Arts\, with approval from the West Virginia Commission on the Arts URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/dizzy-docs-amazing-balloon-sculpture-2/ LOCATION:The Clay Center\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020336Z UID:1775-1748390400-1748822399@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:KCPL StoryWalk® DESCRIPTION:KCPL StoryWalk®\nMay 28 – June 1\n \nThe whole family will enjoy our StoryWalk®\, “Mrs. Honey’s Hat”\,  in the Library Walkway (entrances on Capitol and Summers Streets). Every day a different creature removes an item from Mrs. Honey’s large and outlandish hat\, leaving behind something new in its place. StoryWalks® promote early literacy\, physical activity\, and family time together in nature. \nLocation: Kanawha County Public Library\, 123 Capitol Street URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/kcpl-storywalk/ LOCATION:WV CATEGORIES:family-fun,Literature,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020325Z UID:1752-1748390400-1749340799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Art-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition\n\nMay 28\, 2025 – June 7\, 2025\n \nArt-for-ALL is a juried art exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in 13 WV counties at The Clay Center.  \nCheck out the exhibition in the ticketing lobby of the Clay Center throughout FestivALL! \nExhibition open during Clay Center Hours:Tuesday-Saturday | 10am-5pmSunday | 12pm-5pmMonday | Closed \nSponsors: The Elliot Family Foundation\, Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, The Daywood FoundationSupport: Clay Center\, Owens Family FoundationLocation: Ticketing Lobby\, 1 Clay Square URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-for-all-kids-juried-art-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:The Clay Center\, 1 Clay Square\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020338Z UID:1782-1748455200-1748458800@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson\nMay 28th\, 6pm AND 7pm\n\nJoin Meghann Ferguson\, your friendly neighborhood potter\, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session\, you’ll learn to handle your very own ceramic fortune cookie. No experience needed– just bring your creativity\, a sense of humor and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!Choose between 3 different glaze choices: White\, Black or Both. \nAfter class\, Meghann will fire the pieces for pick up a week later. \nPerfect for ages 10 and up.\n\nChoose between two time-slots on Wednesday\, May 28:\n10 students at 6:00 PM\n10 students at 7:00 PM \nLOCATION:\nEcho-lit | 427 Washington St. W\, Charleston\, WV \n\nREGISTER HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/ceramic-fortune-cookie-with-meghann-ferguson/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020329Z UID:1761-1748455200-1748460600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:East End History Bike Tour DESCRIPTION:East End History Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard\nMay 28 | 6pm\n \nJoin Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the history and art of Charleston’s historic East End. \nBring your own bike and helmet. \nLocation: Meet at the Bike Man sculpture at the Lee St. Triangle– 805 Lee St.\, Charleston\, WV URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/east-end-history-bike-tour/ LOCATION:Bike Man Sculpture\, 805 Lee St.\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020339Z UID:1783-1748458800-1748462400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson\, May 28th\, 7pm\n\n \n Join Meghann Ferguson\, your friendly neighborhood potter\, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session\, you’ll learn to handle your very own ceramic fortune cookie. No experience needed- just bring your creativity\, a sense of humor and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty!Choose between 3 different glaze choices: White\, Black or Both.After class\, Meghann will fire the pieces\, for pick up a week later.Perfect for ages 10 and up.Choose between two time-slots on Wednesday\, May 28th.10 students at 6:00 PM10 students at 7:00 PM \n \n REGISTER HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/ceramic-fortune-cookie-with-meghann-ferguson-2/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020326Z UID:1753-1748458800-1748466000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Three Things: Season 10\, Episode 1 DESCRIPTION:Three Things: Season 10\, Episode 1\n \n  \nFestivALL presents Season 10\, Episode 1 of Three Things during FestivALL at the Capitol Market! \nFestivALL’s live monthly speaker series\, Three Things\, showcases three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started\, what they love\, and where they are going. \nThis episode features Artist/Actress/Musician/Writer Ann Magnuson\, Founder of The Rustic Mechanicals (West Virginia’s Shakespeare Troupe) Jason Young\, and Nellita Sanchez “The Empanada Lady.” \nGeneral Tickets: $10Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) \nProducer: Jeff Shirley Sponsors: West Virginia Public Broadcasting\, Charles & Mary Fayne Glotfelty Foundation\, United Bank\, DLM Decisions LLC\, DJEJ \n \n \n \n PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!\n \n \n PURCHASE YOUR SEASON PASS HERE! URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/three-things-season-10-episode-1/ LOCATION:Capitol Market\, 800 Smith St\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301 CATEGORIES:three-things ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T235959 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020328Z UID:1759-1748476800-1750636799@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Downtown Open DESCRIPTION:Downtown Open\nMay 29 – June 22\n \nEach summer\, the sidewalks of downtown Charleston transform into a pop-up putt-putt course. This temporary course features more than 20 holes – which have each been sponsored and customized by a local business or organization. The result is a unique\, one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown\, showcases regional companies and small businesses\, and provides free entertainment to friends and families. \nPutters and balls are available at these locations: Taylor Books\, Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille\, Art Emporium\, and Tony the Tailor. \nWant to be a part of the fun? \nBusinesses and organizations can sponsor a hole for $250 ($150 if you’re reusing your hole from a previous year) \n2025 Downtown Open Hole Sponsorship \n \nThis event is presented by the Charleston Area Alliance URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/downtown-open-3/ LOCATION:Downtown Charleston CATEGORIES:family-fun,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020333Z UID:1770-1748538000-1748541600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Art & Architecture Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:Art and Architecture Walking Tour \n\nMay 29th 5pm\n \nDelve 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 the best highlights. Wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome.  \nReservations:  Space is Limited to 15. $19.99  per person. Register at www.countryroadstours.com.  \nLocation: Beginning at Lee St. Triangle at the corner of Capitol & Lee Streets. \n  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-architecture-walking-tour-2/ LOCATION:Lee Street Triangle\, 240 Capitol St\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:family-fun ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020330Z UID:1762-1748541600-1748547000@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Community Drum Circle DESCRIPTION:Community Drum Circle\nMay 29 | 6pm\n \n  \nCreate beautiful rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience is necessary! Instruments will be available\, but bring a drum or shaker if you have one. \n Facilitated Chris Higgins. \nLocation: Haddad Riverfront Park (Schoenbaum Stage)\, Charleston\, WV URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/community-drum-circle/ LOCATION:Haddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:music,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020332Z UID:1768-1748545200-1748552400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Live Music Bingo DESCRIPTION:Live Music Bingo\nMay 29 7pm – 9pm\n \nArts Amplified presents Live Music Bingo at Fife Street Brewing featuring Shane Meade! \nA fun mash-up of live music and bingo — but with a twist. Instead of letters and numbers\, you’ll mark spaces on your bingo card based on songs and unexpected moments during the performance. Free to play\, all ages welcome\, and multiple prizes up for grabs. Come for the tunes\, stay for the game! \nIn partnership with Arts Amplified  \nLocation: Fife Street Brewing\, 180 Summers Street URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/live-music-bingo-5/ LOCATION:WV ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020333Z UID:1769-1748610000-1748613600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) Art & Architecture Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) Arts & Architecture Walking Tour\nMay 30th at 1pm\n \nDue to rain and bad weather\, this tour will be canceled. Thank you for understanding! \nDelve 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 the best highlights. Wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Polite and leashed dogs are welcome. \nLocation: Beginning at Lee St. Triangle at the corner of Capitol & Lee Streets. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/art-architecture-walking-tour/ LOCATION:Lee Street Triangle\, 240 Capitol St\, Charleston\, West Virginia CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020334Z UID:1771-1748626200-1748633400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Literary Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Literary Roundtable\nMay 30 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm\n \nCurated and hosted by West Virginia Poet Laureate Marc Harshman\, this year’s panel on written fiction will feature the works of Marie Manilla\, Natalie Sypolt (change from print schedule)\, and Glenn Taylor. \nLocation: Taylor Books Annex Gallery\, 226 Capitol St. \n*FREE Event* \n \nGlenn Taylor\nGlenn Taylor’s fourth novel\, The Songs of Betty Baach won the 2023 Juniper Prize in Fiction. His first novel\, The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart was a finalist for the 2008 National Book Critics Circle Award. Glenn’s work has appeared in such venues as the Oxford American\, The Guardian\, Gulf Coast\, and Huizache. Born and raised in Huntington\, West Virginia\, he now resides with his family in Morgantown\, where he is at work on a new novel. \n  \n  \n \nNatalie Sypolt\nNatalie Sypolt lives and writes in West Virginia. She is the author of The Sound of Holding Your Breath (2018\, West Virginia University Press) and second book\, tentatively titled If Only the Rain Would Come\, is set to be published by University Press of Kentucky in 2026. Her work has appeared in Glimmer Train\, Appalachian Review\, Still: The Journal\, r.kv.r.y.\, Superstition Review\, Paste\, Willow Springs Review\, and The Kenyon Review Online\, among other fine journals.  Natalie is the former President of the Appalachian Studies Association\, has taught in the low-residency MFA Program at West Virginia Wesleyan College\, and works as an Associate Professor of English at Pierpont Community & Technical College. \n  \n \nMarie Manilla\nWest Virginia native Marie Manilla is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Her novel\, The Patron Saint of Ugly\, received The Weatherford Award. Shrapnel won The Fred Bonnie Award for Best First Novel. Stories in her collection\, Still Life with Plums\, first appeared in the Chicago Tribune\, Prairie Schooner\, Mississippi Review\, and other journals. Her essays have appeared in Word Riot\, Cossack Review\, Gargoyle\, and elsewhere. Marie lives in her hometown of Huntington with her husband\, Don Primerano. \n Learn more about Marie here. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/literary-roundtable/ LOCATION:Taylor Books\, 226 Capitol Street\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:Literature,Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020329Z UID:1760-1748628000-1748633400@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Ride DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard\nMay 30 | 6pm\n \nDue to rain and bad weather\, this event is canceled. Follow WV Pedal Pals on Facebook to see when their next ride will be!  \nJoin Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the amazing hidden murals around Charleston’s West Side! \nLocation: Meet at the West Side Wonder Mural – 210 Washington St. W.\, Charleston\, WV \nBring your own bike and helmet. URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/west-side-mural-bike-ride/ LOCATION:West Side Wonder Mural\, 210 Washington St. W\, Charleston\, WV\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020336Z UID:1776-1748628000-1748635200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre DESCRIPTION:(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre\nMay 30 | 6pm\nLos Angled Gallery\, 1031 Quarrier St. \n \nWalk with the dancers from Attack Theatre as they create world-premiere dances right before your eyes!  \nCharleston WV’s public art is a springboard for this interactive\, creative\, and unique dance/music/art event.  Starting at the Charleston Arch sculpture at the Post Office\, join Attack Theatre as they perform with and alongside some of our city’s beloved public art. \n*FREE EVENT* \n \nABOUT ATTACK THEATREFounded in 1994 by Michele de la Reza and Peter Kope as a collaboration between two dancers and a city\, Attack Theatre fuses modern dance\, original live music\, and interdisciplinary art forms to create engaging dance performances. We create work at the intersection of art and community\, resulting in productions that are personal\, authentic\, welcoming\, and fearless. \nAttack Theatre’s mission is to explore artistic expression in our commitment to remain curious in our investigation of new ideas; to artistically collaborate through deliberate\, interdisciplinary partnerships; to connect with local and global communities to provide accessible\, creative learning opportunities. \nLocation change: Los Angled Gallery\, 1031 Quarrier St.  URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/whats-next-with-attack-theatre/ LOCATION:Downtown Charleston CATEGORIES:dance,other-events,visual arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020339Z UID:1785-1748628000-1748635200@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:Indigo Dyeing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Indigo Dyeing Workshop\n \nJoin us for an indigo dyeing class – and leave with your own hand-dyed tote! We’ll cover the history\, cultivation\, and use of this valuable plant\, and learn about a variety of dye plants you can cultivate in your own garden. All supplies included. No experience necessary. \nLocation: Echo-Lit\, 427 West Washington Street\, Charleston\, WV 25302 \nDate and time: Fri\, May 30\, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/indigo-dyeing-workshop/ LOCATION:Echo-Lit\, 427 Washington St W\, Charleston\, WV\, 25302\, United States CATEGORIES:Local Art,other-events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: ORGANIZER;CN="FestivALL":MAILTO:director@festivallcharleston.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T093413 CREATED:20250924T020335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T020335Z UID:1773-1748629800-1748640600@festivallcharleston.com SUMMARY:(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group DESCRIPTION:(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group\nMay 30 | 6:30pm – 9:30pm\nHaddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd.\n\n \nThe City of Charleston is working to reschedule this event for a future date. Please be sure to check out our other events this evening!  \nEnjoy Charleston’s free\, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food and beverage vendors on site. \nKentucky bluegrass band Magnolia Boulevard will open for No BS! Brass Band\, a powerful brass band that infuses the spirit of New Orleans into its original East Coast modern funk. \nLocation: Schoenbaum Stage\, Haddad River Front Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. East \n\nTime: 6:30pm – 9:30pm URL:https://festivallcharleston.com/event/live-on-the-levee-presented-by-moses-auto-group/ LOCATION:Haddad Riverfront Park\, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E\, Charleston\, WV\, 25301\, United States CATEGORIES:family-fun,Local Art,music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR