• West Virginia Book Festival

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

    ​The West Virginia Book Festival is an annual event for book lovers of all ages and! Featuring programs by local and international bestselling authors, a Used Book Sale, and a […]

    Free
  • Three Things: Season 11, Episode 1

    John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United States

    FestivALL presents Season 11, Episode 1 of Three Things! FestivALL’s live speaker series showcases three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they […]

    $10
  • Three Things: Season 11, Episode 2

    Frankenberger Art Gallery 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV, United States

    FestivALL presents Season 11, Episode 2 of Three Things! FestivALL’s live speaker series showcases three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, […]

    $5 – $10
  • Show Your Pride Window Display Contest

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Using the colors of the rainbow, businesses throughout Charleston are invited to use their storefronts to turn the city into a work of art. Our colorful storefronts will help us […]

    Free
  • Downtown Open

    Downtown Charleston

    The sidewalks of downtown Charleston are transformed into a one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown, showcases regional companies and small businesses, and provides free entertainment […]

    Free
  • FestivALL Eve Drum Circle

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

    FestivALL Eve Drum Circle Thursday, May 21 | 7pm Chris Higgins will lead this special drum circle welcoming FestivALL to town for the 22nd year during ArtWalk. Bring your own […]

  • FestivALL Street Performers, Artists, and Public Art

    Downtown Charleston

    FestivALL Princess (Jude Binder), O’Ryan the O’Mazing, public art projects, and more will add color and fun to many events throughout FestivALL. Location: Various events during FestivALL

    Free
  • Vandalia Gathering

    WV State Capitol 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United States

    Celebrate traditional old-time music and dance with a weekend of contests, performances, and impromptu jam sessions around the state Capitol grounds. The festival also features the popular “Liar’s Contest,” as […]

  • Design the Unexpected

    Stray Dog Antiques

    During the week of FestivALL, stop by Stray Dog Antiques for a one-of-a-kind showcase where art, fashion, and creativity collide. Five artists have transformed upcycled materials found throughout the beloved […]

  • Art-for-ALL Kids Juried Art Exhibition

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Mon.–Thur. 9am–8pm, Fri. & Sat. 9am–5pm, Sun. Closed Art-for-ALL is a juried exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in several WV counties. The exhibition is open during […]

    Free
  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site.  Presented by Moses Auto Group and The City […]

    Free
  • Morning Yoga

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

      Join Beth Moore, Folded Leaf yoga instructor, for a 60 minute, breath-based flow to cultivate clarity & focus your day. You’ll have a continuous flow class with breath work […]

  • Art & Architecture Walking Tour

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Dive 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 […]

    Free
  • Public Art Bike Tour

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

    Join West Virginia Pedal Pals for a 60-minute, beginner-friendly group ride exploring the amazing public art around Charleston. Meet at the Lee Street Triangle (805 Lee Street) in front of […]

    Free
  • Base Camp Printing Company Creative Block

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

    Come hang out with Base Camp Printing Company and friends in the warehouse from 6-8 and bring a project or craft to work on. If you don’t have anything in […]

    Free
  • Carriage Trail Walk

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

    Carriage Trail Walk Sunday, May 24 | 1-4pm   Enjoy the arts outside during FestivALL. Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail as you walk along the .65-mile trail, […]

  • Literary Roundtable

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

    Curated and hosted by WV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman, this year’s panel will feature the works of poets Sara Henning, Ace Boggess, and Kari Gunter-Seymour. Sara Henning Sara Henning is […]

    Free
  • FestivALL Family Cookout

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

    FestivALL’s newest event is coming to Slack Plaza at City Center and Summers Street! Celebrate Memorial Day the FestivALL way—grab a hot dog, spread out a blanket on the lawn, […]

    Free
  • The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta

    Kanawha County Public Library

    The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta is a miniature “yacht” race that raises much-needed funds for the Kanawha County Public Library and other Kiwanis charities. Corporate and civic leaders battle in elimination […]

    Free
  • Keys to Improvisation with Bob Thompson

    Folklore Music Exchange 1025 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV

    John Inghram leads a conversation with jazz pianist and WV Music HOF member Bob Thompson with a focus on musical improvisation. This workshop will consist of dialogue, Q&A, and musical performance […]

  • DANCE FestivALL

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

    This headlining event for FestivALL features performances by special guest artists from Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Grace Rookstool and David O’Matz, joined by dancers from the Charleston Ballet under the direction […]

  • Salsa Lesson on the Riverfront

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

    Join us at Haddad Riverfront Park for FREE salsa lessons. Learn the steps, move to the rhythm, and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere along the riverfront. Whether you’re a beginner […]

    Free
  • William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

    Folklore Music Exchange 1025 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV

    Experience the Bard’s celebration of love, magic and theater with Rustic Mechanicals, West Virginia’s only professional Shakespeare troupe, as they bring “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” to life. Location: The Clay […]

    Free
  • FestivALL River Cruises: Salsa Night with Cariño

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

    Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Charleston’s Salsa Club with a night of rhythm on the river! Start the evening at Haddad Riverfront Park with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson, then board […]

  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site.  Presented by: Moses Auto Group and The City […]

    Free
  • Squaredancing with FOOTMAD

    Kanawha Presbyterian Church

    Swing your partner ’round and ’round at this old-time square dance featuring expert caller Steve Ballman and live music from the Kessinger Brothers — national flatpicking champion Robin Kessinger and […]

    Free
  • Kanawha County Public Library’s Summer Library Club

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Summer Library Club (May 30–July 31) is an eight-week program for all ages at all KCPL locations, designed to build literacy and a lifelong love of reading. Kick off the […]

    Free
  • Drama Classes Taught by Susan Pilar

    Charleston Light Opera Guild

    Susan Pilar is a master acting instructor with 20 years of experience teaching, directing, and mentoring actors worldwide. She is a member of the Core Faculty of the American Academy […]

  • KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around

    Enjoy the KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around, a rhyming picture book that celebrates gardening and the life cycle of plants, following vegetables as they grow “up, down, and around”.  […]

    Free
  • Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday)

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

    FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-6pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-5pm   The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, music, […]

  • Children’s Art Fair (Saturday)

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

    FestivALL Children’s Art Fair (Saturday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-5pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-4pm   The Children’s Art Fair is two days of family fun! Enjoy make & take […]

  • Poems While You Wait

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

    West Virginia Poet Laureate Marc Harshman and fellow poet Renée Nicholson will create original, one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you! Visit the poets in the Taylor Books Annex Gallery, select […]

    Free
  • Drama Classes Taught by Susan Pilar

    Charleston Light Opera Guild

    Susan Pilar is a master acting instructor with 20 years of experience teaching, directing, and mentoring actors worldwide. She is a member of the Core Faculty of the American Academy […]

  • Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)

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

    FestivALL Children’s Art Fair (Sunday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-5pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-4pm   The Children’s Art Fair is two days of family fun! Enjoy make & take […]

  • Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)

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

    FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-6pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-5pm     The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, […]

  • Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)

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

    FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday) Saturday, May 30 | 10am-6pm Sunday, May 31 | 11am-5pm     The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, […]

  • “Alleluia! Laudamus Te”

    Christ Church United Methodist 1221 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV, United States

    The Kanawha Valley Community Band performs Alfred Reed’s 1973 composition. A “hymn of praise without words” where instruments serve as members of a choir, this performance will feature David Donathan […]

    Free
  • FestiVIOLA!

    Woman’s Club of Charleston 1600 Virginia St., Charleston, WV, United States

    A recital celebrating the viola in all its glory! The Valley Violists, including members of the West Virginia Symphony, will perform duets through large ensemble numbers. Enjoy works by Bach […]

    $10
  • Sunset Yoga and Sound

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

    Relax after 10 full days of activity. Join Nina Ratliff, Folded Leaf yoga instructor, for 60 minutes of basic yoga flow that ends with a restorative sound bath . All […]

    Free
  • FestivALL River Cruises: Murder on the River Queen

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

    A sternwheeler becomes a crime scene in “Murder on the River Queen,” a 1920s-themed murder mystery theatre cruise! Dress in your best roaring ’20s attire, interact with the cast, and […]