Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading

Coco's 233 Hale Street, Charleston, WV, United States

Giancarlo DiTrapano Foundation 3rd Anniversary Benefit and Reading A 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.6:00 - 7:30 pm: Cocktails, appetizers, and live music by Bob Thompson.7:30 […]

$10 – $100

Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture

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

Dizzy Doc's Amazing Balloon Sculpture May 20 - June 1  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!Location: Clay Center Lobby, 1 Clay SquareHours: Mon.-Sat. 10am–5pm & Sun. […]

KCPL StoryWalk®

KCPL StoryWalk® May 28 - June 1 The 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, […]

Free

Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition

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

Art-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition May 28, 2025 - June 7, 2025 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 throughout FestivALL!Exhibition open during Clay Center Hours:Tuesday-Saturday | 10am-5pmSunday | […]

Free

Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson

Echo-Lit 427 Washington St W, Charleston, WV, United States

Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson, May 28th, 6pm 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 […]

Free

East End History Bike Tour

Bike Man Sculpture 805 Lee St., Charleston, WV, United States

East End History Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard May 28 | 6pm Join Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the history and art of Charleston’s historic East End. Bring your own bike and helmet. Location: Meet at the Bike Man sculpture at the Lee St. Triangle-- 805 Lee St., Charleston, WV

FREE

Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson

Echo-Lit 427 Washington St W, Charleston, WV, United States

Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson, May 28th, 7pm 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 […]

Free

Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1

Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1  FestivALL presents Season 10, Episode 1 of Three Things during FestivALL at the Capitol Market!FestivALL’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.This episode features Artist/Actress/Musician/Writer Ann Magnuson, Founder of The Rustic Mechanicals (West Virginia’s […]

$10

Downtown Open

Downtown Charleston

Downtown Open May 29 - June 22 Each 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 […]

FREE

Art & Architecture Walking Tour

Lee Street Triangle 240 Capitol St, Charleston, West Virginia

Art and Architecture Walking Tour May 29th 5pm Delve 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. Reservations:  Space is […]

$19.99

Community Drum Circle

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

Community Drum Circle May 29 | 6pm Create 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.  Facilitated Chris Higgins. Location: City Center at Slack Plaza, Charleston, WV

FREE

Live Music Bingo

Live Music Bingo May 29 7pm - 9pm Arts Amplified presents Live Music Bingo at Fife Street Brewing featuring Shane Meade! A 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. […]

Art & Architecture Walking Tour

Lee Street Triangle 240 Capitol St, Charleston, West Virginia

Arts & Architecture Walking Tour May 30th at 1pm Delve 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. Location: Beginning […]

Literary Roundtable

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

Literary Roundtable May 30 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm Curated 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.Location: Taylor Books Annex Gallery, 226 Capitol St.*FREE Event* Glenn TaylorGlenn Taylor’s fourth novel, The Songs of […]

West Side Mural Bike Ride

West Side Wonder Mural 210 Washington St. W, Charleston, WV, United States

West Side Mural Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard May 30 | 6pm  Join Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the amazing hidden murals around Charleston’s West Side!Location: Meet at the West Side Wonder Mural - 210 Washington St. W., Charleston, WVBring your own bike and helmet. 

FREE
Event Series Attack Theatre

“What’s Next” with Attack Theatre

Downtown Charleston

"What's Next" with Attack Theatre May 30 | 6pm Walk with the dancers from Attack Theatre as they create world-premiere dances right before your eyes! Charleston 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 […]

Free

Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group May 31| 6:30pm - 9:30pm Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food and beverage vendors on site. Kentucky bluegrass band Magnolia Boulevard will open for No BS! Brass Band, a powerful brass band that infuses the spirit of […]

Free

Yoga on the River

Yoga on the River May 31 | 9am  Find your Zen before a day full of FestivALL activities. Join Beth Moore, Yoga Instructor at Folded Leaf Yoga & Wellness Center, for a 60-minute all-levels Yoga practice. Beginner friendly. Some mats and props will be provided. If you have your own, please bring them, and bringing […]

FREE
Event Series Attack Theatre

Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop

Capital High School 1500 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV, United States

Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop May 31 | 10am Join the professional dancers from Attack Theatre to learn phrases from their repertoire and most recent performance. This 90-minute class will begin with a warm-up, move across the space, and conclude with phrase material from Attack Theatre’s recent show Some Place Not Here. Participants will learn […]

$5 – $10

Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale

Kanawha County Public Library

Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale May 31 | 10am - 3pm This year's Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale, in conjunction with the Capitol Street Art Fair and Children's Art Fair, will be held at the Main Library in Room 311. All proceeds help fund library programs and services.

Children’s Art Fair (Saturday)

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

Children's Art Fair Saturday, May 31 | 10am-5pmSunday, June 1 | 11am-4pm The FestivALL 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 community groups offer free make-and-take art activities, kid-friendly […]

Free

FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday)

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

FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Burke & Herbert Bank (Saturday) Saturday, May 3 | 10am-6pmSunday, June 1 | 11am-5pm The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, music, and more in the heart of downtown Charleston!Over 60 local and regional artisans will sell and display their wares in bath […]

FREE

Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off

Kanawha County Public Library

Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off May 31 | 11am - 2pm Join the Kanawha County Public Library outside on the Plaza for a Summer Library Club pre-registration celebration!  Register to read in their annual Summer Library Club Challenge, play lawn games, make rainbow sand art, and enjoy the Capitol Street Art Fair! […]

Poems While You Wait

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

Poems While You Wait May 31, 12-2pm  WV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman, along with poets Kirk Judd and Sara Henning, will create original one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you!Stop by Taylor Books while you are out enjoying the Capitol Street Art Fair and take home a little memory.Donations: $5 donation to purchase a poem goes […]

FREE

Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts

University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West Virginia

Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts Saturday, May 31 | 3pm - 10pm Join Fund for the Arts and their co-presenter, Spilman Thomas & Battle, as we get ready for the most epic music fest in town!Charlie West Music Fest is where you want to kickstart your summer. Join us for a day […]

$35

Community Drum Circle

Davis Park 301 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United States

Community Drum Circle May 31st, 6pm Create beautiful rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience necessary. Instruments available, but bring a drum or shaker if you have one. Facilitated by Chris Higgins.Location: TDB

Free
Event Series Attack Theatre

“Some Assembly Required” – Attack Theatre Performance with Charleston Office of Public Art

“Some Assembly Required” Attack Theatre Performance with The Charleston Office of Public Art May 31st | 6PM Experience art like never before! Attack Theatre returns with a dynamic, interactive performance alongside a striking installation by the Office of Public Art—live on the library plaza. A vibrant event for all ages! Stop by to see a […]

Free

LEGO Printing Workshop

Base Camp Printing 1314 Hansford St., Charleston, WV, United States

LEGO Printing Workshop Join us for a FREE workshop sponsored by FestivALL on June 1st at 10am - Printing with LEGOs!Each participant will get a 5 in square LEGO base to work with. Using the base and a variety of shapes of LEGO dots we will make designs and print them in our old fashioned […]

Free

Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)

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

Children's Art Fair Sunday, June 1 | 11am-4pm The FestivALL Children’s Art Fair is the perfect two days of family fun in the heart of downtown Charleston, WV! 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, […]

Free

FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)

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

FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Burke & Herbert Bank Saturday, May 31 - Sunday, June 1 The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, music, and more in the heart of downtown Charleston!Over 70 local and regional artisans will sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, […]

FREE

Carriage Trail

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

Carriage Trail Walk June 1 | 1-4pm Enjoy the arts outside during FestivALL! Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail as you walk along the .65 mile trail, taking in the sights and sounds of live music, art, dance, and more. Musical Easels with Minor Swing Performances by Carli Mareneck & Friends The Rustic Mechanicals […]

Free

AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday

University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West Virginia

AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday June 1 The WV Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) is excited to announce that AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday 2025 will be hosted on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the University of Charleston.AARP West Virginia MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE2:00 p.m.  Kanawha Valley Community Band 2:55 p.m. Brass Band of the Tri-State 3:40 p.m.   Charleston Metro Band 4:25 p.m.  […]

Sunset Yoga and Sound

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

Sunset Yoga and Sound June 1 | 7pm Find your Zen after a full day of FestivALL activities.. Join Nina Ratliff, owner and yoga instructor of The Folded Leaf Yoga & Wellness Center, for a nourishing 60-minute all-levels yoga practice. Class will end with a 15-minute sound healing savasana. Beginner friendly. Some mats and props […]

FREE