FeastivALL Fundraiser 2025
University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West VirginiaFeastivALL Get the tastiest ticket in town and join us for our annual fundraiser in support of FestivALL's vibrant arts programming and entertainment experiences. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS Join us for a night of food, drink, and celebration in support of FestivALL 2025! FeastivALL, FestivALL's annual fundraisier, is BACK! A festive evening that includes a […]
Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesDizzy 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, […]
Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-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 | […]
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Echo-Lit 427 Washington St W, Charleston, WV, United StatesCeramic 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 […]
East End History Bike Tour
Bike Man Sculpture 805 Lee St., Charleston, WV, United StatesEast 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
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Echo-Lit 427 Washington St W, Charleston, WV, United StatesCeramic 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 […]
Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVThree 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 […]
Downtown Open
Downtown CharlestonDowntown 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 […]
Art & Architecture Walking Tour
Lee Street Triangle 240 Capitol St, Charleston, West VirginiaArt 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 […]
Community Drum Circle
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCommunity 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
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 VirginiaArts & 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 StatesLiterary 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 StatesWest 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.
“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 […]
Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesLive 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 […]
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 […]
Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop
Capital High School 1500 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV, United StatesAttack 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 […]
Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale
Kanawha County Public LibraryAnnual 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 StatesChildren'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 […]
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday)
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL 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 […]
Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off
Kanawha County Public LibrarySummer 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 StatesPoems 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 […]
Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts
University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West VirginiaCharlie 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 […]
Community Drum Circle
Davis Park 301 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesCommunity 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
“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 […]
LEGO Printing Workshop
Base Camp Printing 1314 Hansford St., Charleston, WV, United StatesLEGO 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 […]
Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesChildren'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, […]
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL 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, […]
Carriage Trail
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesCarriage 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 […]
AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday
University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West VirginiaAVN 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 StatesSunset 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 […]