Rise and Thrive: A Celebration of Resilience for Justice-Impacted Youth

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation 178 Summers St, Charleston, WV, United States

Rise 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 […]

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Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition

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

Art-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 […]

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City Center Dead

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

City Center Dead FestivALL and Arts Amplified presents: City Center Dead!Friday, October 11 at 6pmLocation: Slack Plaza at City CenterJoin John Inghram,  Eric Weingrad, Brandon Bowlds and Brad Goodall for a FREE night of Grateful Dead hits at City Center at Slack Plaza. Food trucks and activities on-site.Enjoy this evening of live music at the […]

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CYAC presents Why We Stayed

Elk City Playhouse 218 W. Washington Street, Charleston, WV, United States

CYAC presents Why We Stayed The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting […]

$10 – $15

Harvest Art Fair

Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

Harvest 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 […]

CYAC presents Why We Stayed

Elk City Playhouse 218 W. Washington Street, Charleston, WV, United States

CYAC presents Why We Stayed The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting portrayals of […]

$10 – $15

Harvest Art Fair

Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

Harvest 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 […]

CYAC presents Why We Stayed

Elk City Playhouse 218 W. Washington Street, Charleston, WV, United States

CYAC presents Why We Stayed The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak Presented by Contemporary Youth Arts Company in partnership with the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program    Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak shows 20 characters in crisis as they each face their own situations of domestic violence. These hard-hitting portrayals of […]

$10 – $15

ARTbus Unveiling

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

A 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 Virginia

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 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 […]

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Three Things: Season 9, Episode 9

Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

Three Things: Season 9, Episode 9 FestivALL presents Season 9, Episode 9 of Three Things during FestivFALL at the Capitol Market!The final guests of Season 9 include Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Tourism Chelsea Ruby, artist Robby Moore, andauthor/co-owner of Plot Twist Books Matt Browning.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share […]

$10

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 […]

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Downtown Charleston ArtWalk

Downtown Charleston

Downtown 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

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Open Mic Night with Folklore Music Exchange

Folklore Music Exchange 1025 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV

Open Mic Night with Folklore Music Exchange Musical acts, comedians, storytellers, magicians, ALL are welcome! Sign-ups start the day of, with 12 available slots. Each slot is 10 minutes each, and you can message, call, email, or stop by Folklore Music Exchange to secure a slot. Date: Thursday, October 17 Time: 6:30-9pm Location: Folklore Music Exchange, 191 Summers […]

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Art-After-Dark

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

Art-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! […]

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The McCreight Lecture

The Capitol Theater 123 Summers St., Charleston, WV, United States

The McCreight Lecture As part of its year-long celebration of fifty years serving West Virginians through the humanities, the WV Humanities Council is proud to announce novelist and poet Percival Everett as this year’s McCreight speaker. Doors open at 7:00 PM The lecture begins at 7:30 PM The Speaker Percival Everett is the author of […]

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An Evening with the Poets

Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United States

An 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 […]

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FestivALL Mayor’s Concert with Joslyn & The Sweet Compression

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

FestivALL Mayor's Concert FestivALL Mayor's Concert featuring Joslyn & The Sweet Compression and the Bob Thompson UnitWhile The Mayor’s Concert has long been a tradition for FestivALL, this event has changed forms over the years and is now a FREE outdoor event for ALL to enjoy. During this year's FestivFALL we are excited to welcome Joslyn & The […]

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Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

The Capitol Theater 123 Summers St., Charleston, WV, United States

Alban Arts Center presents 'Steel Magnolias' The Alban Arts Center proudly presents Steel Magnolias."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. […]

$15 – $20

Dracula: The Seduction

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

The Charleston Ballet presents DRACULA: THE SEDUCTION Friday, October 18, 2024 at 7:30pmLocation: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center TheaterExperience 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. Composed […]

$30 – $35

West Virginia Book Festival

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

West Virginia Book Festival The West Virginia Book Festival is a free annual event for book lovers of all ages. Featuring 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. […]

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Dracula: The Seduction

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

The Charleston Ballet presents DRACULA: THE SEDUCTION Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2pmLocation: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center TheaterExperience 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. Composed […]

$30 – $35

Alban Arts Center presents ‘Steel Magnolias’

The Capitol Theater 123 Summers St., Charleston, WV, United States

Alban Arts Center presents 'Steel Magnolias' The Alban Arts Center proudly presents Steel Magnolias. "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 […]

$15 – $20

Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive!

Spring Hill Cemetery & Arboretum 1555 Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV, United States

Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive! History will come alive at Spring Hill Cemetery during FestivFALL! Friends of Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum annual multi-faceted celebration of the wonder and awe of Spring Hill. Discover Charleston’s rich history on a self-guided walk through the beautiful Cemetery Grounds where you can enjoy magnificent views and […]

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Carriage Trail Leaf Walk

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

Carriage 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 […]

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2024 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony

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

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.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 […]

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Performance By The West Virginia Dance Company

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

Performance by the West Virginia Dance Company Through 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 […]

$5 – $15

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 […]

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