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  • City Center Dead

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

    FestivALL and Arts Amplified present City Center Dead Join John Inghram, JP Nowak, Eric Weingrad, Brandon Bowlds and Brad Goodall for a FREE night of Grateful Dead hits at City […]

  • FOOTMAD Presents Corey Harris Band

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

    Corey Harris is one of blues’ most faithful contemporary griots. Tracing the music back to its African roots, he has trekked all over the world to share these stories in […]

    $10 – $30

  • Harvest Art Fair (Sunday)

    Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

    Shop from a wide variety of local and regional artisans as they display and sell their handcrafted goods at the Capitol Market! It’s the perfect time to get some of […]

  • Carriage Trail Leaf Walk

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

    Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail amid fall foliage as you walk along the .65 mile trail, taking in the sights and sounds of live music, art, dance, […]

  • Founders, Flora, and Feathers: Spring Hill Cemetery Tour

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

    Discover Charleston’s Rich History on a self-guided walk through the beautiful Cemetery Grounds and Arboretum where you can enjoy magnificent views and interact along the way with: – Reenactors telling […]

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

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

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak. Tickets: $15 (Adult) $10 (student/senior). Rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

    $10 – $15

  • Sunset Yoga

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

    Join Nina Ratliff (RYT 500) for a nourishing 60-minute, ALL levels yoga practice that ends with a soothing 15-minute gong bath. Some mats and props will be provided, but attendees […]

  • Mountain Stage with Craig Finn & The Band of Forgiveness, and more

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

    Be a part of the live radio audience as Mountain Stage records a fresh episode for NPR Music with guest host David Mayfield! Guest Artists: Craig Finn & The Band […]

    $25 – $30

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents Why We Stayed

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

    The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak. Tickets: $15 (Adult) $10 (student/senior). Rated PG 13 due to mature language and subject material. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

    $10 – $15

  • Contemporary Youth Arts Company Presents: “Why We Stayed”

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

    “Why We Stayed: The Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence Speak” “Why We Stayed” is a theatrical production by the Contemporary Youth Arts Company (CYAC) that explores the complex reasons people […]

    $10 – $15

  • 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 love, and where they are going. This episode features Maria Belcher (owner of The Ruffner), Delford Chaffin (web developer/board president of West Virginia International Film […]

    $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, […]

  • Show Your Pride Window Display Contest

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Show your pride! Using the colors of the rainbow, businesses throughout Charleston, WV are invited to use their storefronts to turn the city into a work of art. These colorful […]

  • Downtown Open

    Downtown Charleston

    Golf your way through downtown Charleston, WV this summer! The sidewalks of downtown Charleston are transformed into a one-of-a-kind miniature golf course that allows people to explore our downtown, showcases […]

  • FestivALL HQ Grand Opening

    During Thursday’s Art Walk, celebrate FestivALL Eve with the grand opening of our FestivALL HQ at 162 Summers St. sponsored by Black Sheep Burrito and Brews and Bad Shepherd Beer […]

  • FestivALL Eve Drum Circle

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

    FestivALL Eve Drum Circle Thursday, May 21 | 6pm 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

  • Vandalia Gathering

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

    Vanadalia Gathering 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 […]

  • Art-for-ALL Kids Juried Art Exhibition

    Kanawha County Public Library

    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 KCPL hours on the fourth floor of the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Friday, May 22 | 6:30pm    LOCATION UPDATE: due to rain, this event is now being hosted at the Grand Hall at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center. Click here […]

  • West Virginia Fashion Week

    May 22–24 West Virginia Fashion Week is a fashion hub for fashion modeling, runway, and creative talent, bringing together designers and models to showcase their work.   Events include: Free […]

  • Morning Yoga

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

    Saturday, May 23 | 9am  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 […]

  • Art & Architecture Walking Tour

    Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United States

    Art & Architecture Walking Tour Dive into the fascinating history, present, and promising future of Charleston and its downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing with history, architecture, and […]

  • Public Art Bike Tour

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

    Saturday, May 23 | 11am  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 […]

  • Base Camp Printing Company Creative Block

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

    Saturday, May 23 | 6pm – 8pm Hang out with Base Camp Printing Co. and friends and bring a project or craft to work on in their warehouse space! If […]

  • SCARS: Hands-On Writing Workshop with Marc Harshman (SOLD OUT)

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

    SCARS: HANDS-ON WRITING WORKSHOP (for poets, fiction, and non-fiction authors, amateurs or beyond) West Virginia Poet Laureate Marc Harshman helps writers make use of detail, memory, and senses in this […]

  • 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, taking […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Indigo Dyeing Workshop

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

    INDIGO DYEING WORKSHOP MAY 24 | 2PM Join us for an indigo dyeing class with Stephanie Woody – and leave with your own hand-dyed tote! We’ll cover the history, cultivation, […]

  • Literary Roundtable

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

    Sunday, May 24 | 3pm  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. […]

  • FestivALL Family Cookout

    Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV

    Monday, May 25 | 11am – 3pm FestivALL’s newest event is coming to the Capitol Market! (LOCATION CHANGED from Slack Plaza to Capitol Market due to weather) Celebrate Memorial Day […]

  • The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Tuesday, May 26 | 11am – 1pm The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta is a miniature “yacht” race that raises much-needed funds for the Kanawha County Public Library and other Kiwanis charities. […]

  • Base Camp Printing Company Lego Printing Workshop 1

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

    LEGO Printing Workshop This workshop combines the fun of LEGOs with the process of printmaking! Each participant will get a 5″ base and a variety of LEGO brick shapes to […]

  • Keys to Improvisation with Bob Thompson

    Folklore Music Exchange 1025 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV

    Tuesday, May 26 | 6pm  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 […]

  • Base Camp Printing Company Lego Printing Workshop 2

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

    LEGO Printing Workshop This workshop combines the fun of LEGOs with the process of printmaking! Each participant will get a 5″ base and a variety of LEGO brick shapes to […]

  • DANCE FestivALL

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

    Tuesday, May 26 | 7:30pm  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 […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026.  During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026.  During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • “I’m With the Band!” Ukulele Jam Session with Tony M. Music

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

    Thursday, May 28 | 5:30pm  Join multi-instrumentalist Tony M. Music for a basic introduction to playing the ukulele. Bring your ukulele (some available on site) and learn a few easy […]

  • Salsa Lesson on the Riverfront

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

    Thursday, May 28 | 6pm  Join us at Haddad Riverfront Park for a FREE salsa lesson.  Learn the steps, move to the rhythm, and enjoy a fun, welcoming atmosphere along […]

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

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

    Thursday, May 28 | 7pm  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” […]

  • (SOLD OUT) FestivALL River Cruises: Salsa Night with Cariño

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

    Thursday, May 28 | 7pm  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 […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group

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

    Friday, May 29 | 6:30pm  Enjoy Charleston’s free, Friday-night summer concert series set to the backdrop of the Kanawha River. Food trucks and beverage vendors on site with live music […]

  • Squaredancing with FOOTMAD

    Kanawha Presbyterian Church

    Friday, May 29 | 7pm  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 […]

  • Kanawha County Public Library’s Summer Library Club

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Saturday, May 30 – July 31 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 […]

  • KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around

    Saturday, May 30 | 10am – 2pm Enjoy the KCPL Storywalk® Up, Down, and Around, a rhyming picture book that celebrates gardening and the life cycle of plants, following vegetables […]

  • 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 […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Poems While You Wait

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

    Saturday, May 30 | 12pm – 1pm 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 […]

  • O’Ryan the O’Mazing’s Spectacular Circus Class

    Kanawha County Public Library

    Saturday, May 30 | 1pm  Join O’Ryan the O’Mazing — a longtime, beloved FestivALL street performer — for this family-friendly class on the art of clowning! Learn how to build […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

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

  • Hot Jazz, a brass band, performs at the Capitol Street Art Fair in Charleston, WV.

    Hot Jazz at the Capitol Street Art Fair

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

    Get your umbrellas ready for a second line parade around the Capitol Street Art Fair with Hot Jazz, Charleston’s New Orleans-style brass band.  

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • Hot Jazz at the Capitol Street Art Fair

    Get your umbrellas ready for a second line parade around the Capitol Street Art Fair with Hot Jazz, Charleston’s New Orleans-style brass band.

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • “Alleluia! Laudamus Te”

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

    Sunday, May 31 | 2pm 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 […]

  • River Queen Sightseeing Cruises

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

    BB Riverboats is excited to bring the River Queen to Charleston’s FestivALL May 27-31, 2026. During our 5 day stay in Charleston, BB Riverboats will be offering daily sightseeing cruises […]

  • FestiVIOLA!

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

    Sunday, May 31 | 4pm 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 […]

  • Sunset Yoga and Sound

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

    Sunday, May 31 | 7pm 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 […]

  • FestivALL River Cruises: Murder on the River Queen

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

    Sunday, May 31 | 7pm Solve this murder mystery on the open waters of the mighty Kanawha River! A sternwheeler becomes a crime scene in “Murder on the River Queen,” […]