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 storefronts will help us uplift the capital city, shining a positive light on business, art, and Pride. Presented by: Rainbow Pride of West Virginia Location: […]
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 regional companies and small businesses, and provides free entertainment to friends and families. • Putters and balls are available at these locations: Taylor Books, Adelphia […]
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 […]
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 Contest,” as well as dozens of artisans and food vendors. Visit wvculture.org for the full schedule Presented by West Virginia Department of Tourism Location: West Virginia […]
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
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 antique store into stunning wearable art and designs. Visit the display, celebrate sustainability and local talent, and vote for your favorite creation! Presented by Stray […]
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 Kanawha County Public Library’s downtown branch — May 22 and May 26–30. Support: Kanawha County Public Library Sponsored by The Elliot Family Foundation, Charles & […]
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 Designer Workshop Friday, May 22, 1pm, West Virginia State University Economic Development Center, 1506 Kanawha Blvd. W Open to kids, youth, and adults, participants will […]
Friday, May 22 | 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. Presented by Moses […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sunday, May 24 | 2pm This concert film features protest music through the ages and around the world, performed by Young@Heart’s chorus of senior citizen singers as they explore free […]
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, […]
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. Location: Taylor Books Annex Gallery, 226 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301 Time: 3:00pm About the poets: Sara Henning Sara Henning is an award-winning teacher […]
Monday, May 25 | 11am – 3pm 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, […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wednesday, May 27 | 6–8pm Charleston Creative Circle is a free community gathering bringing together filmmakers, photographers, musicians, and creatives of all kinds to connect, collaborate and spark new ideas. […]
Wednesday, May 27 | 7pm Enjoy Season 11, Episode 3 of Three Things during FestivALL while floating down the Kanawha River aboard the River Queen. FestivALL’s live speaker series will showcase three guests who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, and where they are going. Guests for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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” […]
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. Presented by Moses Auto Group and The City of Charleston Additional Sponsors: Vandalia Health, West Virginia International Yeager Airport, West Virginia Lottery Location: Haddad Riverfront Park, 600 Kanawha […]
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 […]
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 love of reading. Kick off the season at the Main Library during FestivALL’s Children’s Art Fair, featuring the Used Book Sale, the Children’s Storywalk®, games, […]
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, […]
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 […]
Saturday, May 30 | 10:00am – 11:30am For actors in any part of their training who want to bring more depth and authenticity to their work. You will learn essential […]
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 […]
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 in the Taylor Books Annex Gallery, select a topic, and they’ll begin writing. Location: Taylor Books Annex Gallery, 226 Capitol St. Donations: $5 suggested donation […]
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 […]
Saturday, May 30 | 1pm-2:30pm For actors in any part of their training who want to bring more depth and authenticity to their work. You will learn essential acting foundational […]
Saturday, May 30 | 4pm Missed the boat for the Bob Thompson Jazz Cruise presented by AARP West Virginia? GOOD NEWS! We’ve added a second jazz cruise for you to […]
Saturday, May 30 | 7pm Charley West meets the Big Easy as Charleston’s premier jazz combo The Bob Thompson Unit is joined by featured trumpeter James Moore for this cruise […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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,” a 1920s-themed murder mystery theatre cruise! Dress in your best roaring ’20s attire, interact with the cast, and help uncover the culprit as the investigation […]