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Three Things: Season 6, Episode 5
Red Carpet Lounge 308 Elizabeth St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 5 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features business owner Paul Greco, artist Newman Jackson, and spiritual director Megan Lyon.LOCATION: Red Carpet Lounge - parking lot (enter in between Red Carpet Patio & Tricky Fish)Enjoy fellowship, […]
Pre-Game Concert at Power Park
GoMart Ballpark 601 Morris St., Charleston, WVHead over to Power Park before the game starts to catch a concert featuring local musicians on the stage behind the press box. WV Power hosts the Gastonia Honey Hunters – game starts at 7:05, music at 5:30 Tickets Available at the gate or in advance at www.wvpower.com or 304-344-2287
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Artist Workshop with Melissa Doty
"From Doodle to Delight - Vibrant Florals with Mel" Join us for this hour-long floral workshop led by local artist Melissa Doty! We will start with doodles of flowers and vases and end with the creation of a modern, vibrant floral still life! Suitable for adults and children over 12, this workshop is a laid-back exercise in creativity, color […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 6
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 6 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features Ron Sowell, Sarah Plumley, and Ben Salango.LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter through the main, front doors of the building.Enjoy fellowship, the […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 7
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 7 of Three Things! This special FestivALL episode will take place, for the first time in over a year, in-person!This episode features co-owner of Kinship Goods Dan Davis, musician Shelem- Isaac Fadiga, and founder of Cafe Appalachia Cheryl Laws. LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 8
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 8 of Three Things! This episode features CEO/Executive Director of WV Health Right Dr. Angie Settle, filmmaker John Nakashima, and Writer/ Translator/Lyricist/Photographer Randi Ward. LOCATION: Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Center. Please enter through the main, front doors of the building. Enjoy fellowship, the beautiful newly renovated Sculpture […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 9
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 6, Episode 9 of Three Things during FestivFALL! This episode features Musician John Inghram, Owner of Rock City Cake Co. Morgan Morrison, and Greta McClain of GoodSpace Murals.Location: The Capitol Market, 800 Smith St. FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they […]
GoodSpace Mural Unveiling
Lee Street Lounge 222 Lee Street, Charleston, West VirginiaWe are excited to unveil Charleston's GoodSpace Mural! Greta McLain and her team at GoodSpace Murals have been working hard since FestivALL in June to create a colorful and vibrant mural that reflects the history and the people of the valley. As we close out FestivFALL, we will reveal this delightful masterpiece that is now on the […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 1
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL is excited to present Season 7, Episode of Three Things!Season 7: Episode 1 guests are Judge Maryclaire Akers, Musician Holly Forbes, and Chef Anthony WilkinsLocation: John L. Dickinson Homeowner Education and Community Center| 815 Court St.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 2
FestivALL presents Season 7: Episode 2 of Three Things!This episode of Three Things will feature Artist Ellie Schaul, Attorney Lia DiTrapano Fairless, and Food & Travel Editor, Writer and Marketer Steven Keith . FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, and where […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 3
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 7: Episode 3 of Three Things! This episode will feature Artist Nichole Westfall, Dance Instructor Mary Louise King, and Executive Director of the Huntington Symphony Orchestra Ian Jessee! Beer & wine will be available for purchase thanks to the Wine Shop, and live music will be performed by the Three Things band featuring Larry […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 4
The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things! Episode 4 will feature Artist Laura Alvis, Business Owner Vince Gorby, and World's Strongest Man (2006) Phil Pfister.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story of where they started, what they love, and where they are going. Do you enjoy this […]
ARTbus Unveiling
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCharleston's ARTbus is back! Designs have been submitted and one design has been chosen! This mobile mural will be unveiled on June 14th and begin hosting thousands of commuters! This […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 5
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things!This episode features Lady D, Louis Argento and Amanda Jane.This episode will take place inside the Capitol Market at 800 Smith St.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal story […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 6
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things!This episode features owner of Mea Cuppa Venu Menon, actress Susan Marrash-Minnerly, and photographer Perry Bennett.This episode will take place inside at the Restore.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 7
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things!This episode features Author Candace Nelson, Executive director at Mountain State Spotlight Ellen Allen, and artist Melissa Doty.This episode will take place inside at the Restore.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show)FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 8
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 7, Episode 8 of Three Things! Judge Tera Salango, Stuart Frazier, and George Patterson. Location: John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center General Tickets: $10 (available now) Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three West Virginians who will share insight into their personal […]
Echoes & Facades
Kanawha United Presbyterian 1009 Virginia St. E, Charleston, WVBernard Di Gregorio, Principal Viola of West Virginia Symphony and Violist of the Montclaire String Quartet, the Resident String Quartet of West Virginia State University, and Dr. Júlio Ribeiro Alves, […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 9
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 7 of Three Things during FestivFALL!FestivALL's live monthly speaker series showcases three guests who will share insight into their pesonal story of where they started, what they love, and where they are going. This episode features Amanda Barren, George Manahan & Steve Z.This episode will take place at the Capitol MarketGeneral Tickets: $10 […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 2nd Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court.HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pmIn addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display and sell […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 4
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 8 of Three Things!This episode features Chef Ke, Steve Bishop from V100 and Doug Imbrogno.This episode will take place at the John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center at 815 Court St.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show)FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 3rd Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
FestivALL Porch Parade
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesA vibrant celebration of the creativity and spirit of FestivALL showcases a Parade of Porches! Local artists have been commissioned to create larger-than-life art installations at homes and businesses in the East End. Check out the Porch Parade map to create your own parade route. Neighborhood stoops, porches and yards will turn into into works […]
Youth ARTBus Voting
Charleston's ARTbus is back! The public will vote on their favorite June 14th – 23rd as part of FestivALL. Visit us at festivallcharleston.com to cast your vote through June 23rd for the design you want to see on a 29′ KRT bus. This year, 3 students, 1 from Elementary, 1 from Middle and 1 from High […]
Argentine Tango Performance & Class
Vino's Bar & Grill 812 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesSpecial guest visiting instructors Argentine native Tate Di Chiazza with Tangogypsies Karen Jaffe of Asheville, NC, will perform authentic Argentine Tango! These improvised performances reflect the styles of social dancing […]
FestivALL Art Parade
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesThe FestivALL Art Parade is BACK on June 10 and what would be better than to have all of our partners join us down Capitol Street for a parade celebrating the arts in our community? We want to see your most colorful, musical and funky sides! Feel free to dress up in your most creative outfits/costumes/masks and decorate a float, vehicle or walk […]
Capitol Market AfterpARTy!
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVImmediately following the art parade, come down to the Capitol Market for live music, free make-and-take craft activities, meet-and-greets with your favorite characters, our first location play and even a doggie fashion show! Make sure to visit our friends at the Capitol Market and take in brunch specials at Soho’s, lots of outdoor vendors and […]
Dance FestivALL Masterclass
The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesJoin professional dancer Alicia Mae Holloway for a masterclass exploring ballet and contemporary dance! For ages 12 and up, intermediate level and above. Alicia Mae Holloway is from Morgantown, West Virginia and began dancing when she was three years old at Kat and Company Dance Studio. In 2007, Alicia began taking classes at Morgantown Dance Studio. […]
FestivBALL at the GoMart Ballpark
GoMart Ballpark 601 Morris St., Charleston, WVThe Charleston Dirty Birds take on the High Point Rockers during FestivBALL at the park! Check out the third-base line for free make-and-take art activities and check out student-led video […]
Dance FestivALL
The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThis headlining event features Alicia Mae Holloway & her dance partner Keith Reeves. Holloway is from Morgantown, West Virginia and began dancing when she was three years old at Kat and Company Dance Studio. In 2007, Alicia began taking classes at MorgantownDance Studio. She also trained at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet and the University of […]
An Evening with Hannah Jane
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesHannah Jane is a Charleston, WV native who lives in New York City and is working as a professional actress. She is honored to be doing a show for the 2023 FestivALL and to bring to you a performance filled with some of her favorite Broadway music. From audition rooms, to cabaret houses, to concert […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 5
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 8 of Three Things!This episode features Margaret O’Neal, Erika Connelly & Ted Brightwell as Vicki Williams.This episode will take place at the Capitol Market at 800 Smith St.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show)FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share insight into their personal story of […]
The Mayor’s Concert
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaThis year’s FREE concert welcomes ALL to enjoy the diverse sounds of FestivALL in the heart of the city. Featured acts include 4Chill, Juice Newsom & The Groove and Erin […]
Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Smoky Mountain Distributors
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
Poems While You Wait
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesWV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman along with poets Randi Ward & David Prather will create original, one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you! Visit the poets in the Taylor Books Annex […]
Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Smoky Mountain Distributors
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
Jonathan Burns
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesBorn with the gifts of flexibility, curiosity, and goofiness, Jonathan Burns combines these unique talents to astonish audiences around the globe. Jonathan has wow’d the AMERICA’S GOT TALENT judges, been […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 8
Shawnee Sports Complex 519 King Street, Dunbar, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 8 of Three Things!This episode features Bren Stevens, the Athletic Director for the University of Charleston, Andy Shea, Owner of the Charleston Dirty Birds, and Carl Lee, former cornerback for Minnesota Vikings.This episode will take place at the Shawnee Sports Complex at 519 King St, Dunbar, WV 25064.General Tickets: $10 (available now)Student Tickets: $5 (available […]
2023 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-FALL is a juried art exhibition open to 7th-12th grades. Stop by The Clay Center to see this FestivFALL exhibition highlighting the work of local aspiring artists. The show will be up at the Ticketing Lobby of The Clay Center from October 13-22 with an Awards Ceremony at in the Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden […]
City Center Dead
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaFestivALL and Arts Amplified presents: 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 […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivFALL's Harvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods October 14-15. It's the perfect time to get some early holiday shopping done, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This space allows us […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivFALL's Harvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods October 14-15. It's the perfect time to get some early holiday shopping done, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This space allows us […]
An Afternoon with West Virginia Dance Company
The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThrough the art of movement, the WV Dance Company shares intimate portraits of the human experience, energetic displays of the power of nature and vibrant images of the nuances of world cultures. Tickets: $5 for students, $10 for adults Made possible in part by a 2023 grant from The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation. An Afternoon of Dance with […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? 5 local artists have hidden their artistic treasures around Charleston! To start, follow FestivALL Charleston's Facebook Page and Instagram Page. Every day at 8am from October 16-20, FestivALL will post a HINT as to where to find the artwork. If you can figure out the location based on the riddle and get there first, the […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? 5 local artists have hidden their artistic treasures around Charleston! To start, follow FestivALL Charleston's Facebook Page and Instagram Page. Every day at 8am from October 16-20, FestivALL will post a HINT as to where to find the artwork. If you can figure out the location based on the riddle and get there first, the […]
The Rustic Mechanicals presents Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”
Capital High School 1500 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV, United StatesWest Virginia’s only professional Shakespeare troupe, The Rustic Mechanicals, performs the classic Hamlet at the Capital High School Theater. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students. Get Your Tickets Here! Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? 5 local artists have hidden their artistic treasures around Charleston! To start, follow FestivALL Charleston's Facebook Page and Instagram Page. Every day at 8am from October 16-20, FestivALL will post a HINT as to where to find the artwork. If you can figure out the location based on the riddle and get there first, the […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 9 during FestivFALL!
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 8 of Three Things! This episode features Ryan Kennedy, Linda Bodie and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones. This episode will take place at the Capitol Market at 800 Smith St. General Tickets: $10 (available now) Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share insight […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? 5 local artists have hidden their artistic treasures around Charleston! To start, follow FestivALL Charleston's Facebook Page and Instagram Page. Every day at 8am from October 16-20, FestivALL will post a HINT as to where to find the artwork. If you can figure out the location based on the riddle and get there first, the […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? 5 local artists have hidden their artistic treasures around Charleston! To start, follow FestivALL Charleston's Facebook Page and Instagram Page. Every day at 8am from October 16-20, FestivALL will post a HINT as to where to find the artwork. If you can figure out the location based on the riddle and get there first, the […]
An Evening with the Poets
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesMarc Harshman hosts an evening of poetry readings and then the floor will be opened to attendees for discussion/Q&A. Marc Harshman Harshman’s WOMAN IN RED ANORAK, won the Blue Lynx Poetry Prize and was published in 2018 by Lynx House / University of Washington Press. His fourteenth children’s book, FALLINGWATER…, co-authored with Anna Smucker, was […]
2023 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony at The Clay Center Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden with guest speaker, Nichole Westfall! Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades 7th through 12th from 13 West Virginia counties.This awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners of this 13-county teen juried art exhibition. […]
Carriage Trail Leaf Walk
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesEnjoy the arts outside on this .65 mile trail. Music by Jeremiah & Brittany, interactive art and poetry readings, and more! FREE event. Parking is limited.Location/Parking: Sunrise Carriage Trail, 746 Myrtle Rd. Parking is limited. We recommend parking at Farmer, Cline, Campbell PLLC at the top of the trail or across the bridge in downtown Charleston. […]
FeastivALL 2024
University of Charleston 2300 MacCorkle Ave SE,, Charleston, West VirginiaGet the tastiest ticket in town and join us for our annual fundraiser in support of FestivALL's vibrant arts programming and entertainment experiences. BUY YOUR TICKET(S) HERE More FeastivALL information on Facebook!Questions? Call Mackenzie at 304-470-0489 or email [email protected] Join us for a night of food, drink, and celebration in support of FestivALL 2024! FeastivALL, FestivALL's annual […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 1
TBDFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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. General Tickets: $10 Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) Do you enjoy this series? Get ALL 9 episodes for the […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 2
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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. General Tickets: $10 Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) Do you enjoy this series? Get ALL 9 episodes for the […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 3
TBDFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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. General Tickets: $10 Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) Do you enjoy this series? Get ALL 9 episodes for the […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 1st Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 1st Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 2nd Weekend
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL at the Capitol Market: Summer Art Fair welcomes you to shop from a variety of talented West Virginia artisans at the outdoor market, located next to center court. HOURS: Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12-5pm In addition to this year's Capitol Street Art Fair (June 17-18), this year’s group of juried FestivALL artists will display […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 4
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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. General Tickets: $10 Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) Do you enjoy this series? Get ALL 9 episodes for the […]
Dance FestivALL
The Culture Center 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThis headlining event features performances by The Charleston Ballet, River City Youth Ballet Ensemble and JADCO Contemporary Dance Company. Guest artist/choreographer, James Kinney, will create a piece featuring dancers from the performance companies plus a piece for a duo of guest artists. Kinney's work has bridged the worlds of dance and fashion, having directed and […]
Community Keys
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV +2 moreWhat happens when you combine public art and musical instruments? Community Keys! Visit the Capitol Market, GoMart Ballpark, and Kanawha County Public Library and visit local artists turning pianos into works of art right before your eyes! Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below […]
FestivALL Princess Exhibit
Kanawha County Public LibraryFestivALL Princess Exhibit June 14-23 | Library Hours In honor of FestivALL’s 20th year, view costumes, props, masks and more highlighting the evolution of the FestivALL Princess, June 14th-23rd. While […]
FestivALL Archives Exhibit
Kanawha County Public LibraryFestivALL Archives Exhibit June 14-23 | Library Hours Take a trip down memory lane with FestivALL as we celebrate 20 years of the arts! Check out this curated exhibit featuring […]
2024 Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition June 14-23 | Clay Center Hours 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 or on the FestivALL Neighborhood Arts Facebook page. Exhibition open during Clay Center […]
Swing Dance Class with Mary Louise King & Jim Wallace
Vino's Bar & Grill 812 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV, United StatesIt’s been called the “most joyful dancing” in the world - swing dancing! This free session taught by Jim Wallace and Mary Louise King of Charleston WV Dance will introduce you to the fundamentals of lead-and-follow dancing in East Coast Swing, which can be danced to a wide range of pop, rock and country music. […]
Put A Bird In It! – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesBuild your own custom birdhouse in this 2-hour beginner woodworking class, led by our own Daniel Riffle. Open to 12 participants, ages 12 or older. Have a few minutes to […]
FestivALL Art Parade & AfterpARTy
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesArt Parade & AfterpARTy: 2pm-3:30pm Arts organizations, community partners, musicians and more will parade from the Kanawha Boulevard to Slack Plaza via Summers Street in celebration of the arts in our region. As the parade winds down, the fun doesn’t stop as music, inflatables, make-and-take crafts and more take over Slack Plaza!Parade kicks off at […]
Carriage Trail Walk with Music, Art, Dance
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesTake a shaded stroll on the charming Sunrise Carriage Trail with music, dance, and art along the way.Performances include music by Nolan Collins, an interactive jam session with Mark Davis & Andy Park, dance performances with JADCO Contemporary Dance Company, form drawing lessons with Megan Dailey and more.Location/Parking: Sunrise Carriage Trail, 746 Myrtle Rd. Parking is […]
Authors’ Roundtable
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesCurated and hosted by WV Poet Laureate, Marc Harshman, this year’s panel will feature award-winning journalists Eric Eyre, Erin Beck, and Amelia Ferrell Knisely.Each will read selections from their works, share insights regarding the field of journalism and reflect upon the current state of the literary world. The authors will also be open to audience […]
Dizzy Doc Balloon Sculpture
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesBack 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 throughout the creation starting June […]
Elevations
Hale Street CenterAn evening of Jazz and Poetry with the Bob Thompson Unit featuring poet Jamela "North Star" Brown.Hale Street Center.Tickets are $10. Get Your Tickets! Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below – and of course want to hear more about any event ideas and […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Charleston, WV Charleston, WV, United StatesCan YOU solve the riddles? Each day two pieces of art created by local artists will be hidden somewhere throughout Charleston! Follow FestivALL and Arts Amplified on social media to get a clue towards finding the hidden artwork. First one to find it gets to keep it! Find it or not, share a photo from your hunt using #FestivArtHunt24 […]
How to Craft a Wood Rose – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesLearn the process of crafting your own arrangement of wooden roses with our beginner class. This 90-minute class will provide you with everything you need to walk out of the shop with your very own arrangement of wood roses including a vase.
Community Drum Circle
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCreate beautiful, soothing, and exciting rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience is necessary.Instruments available but bring a drum or shaker if you have one. Chairs provided. […]
Shakespeareoke
Short Story Brewing 186 Summers Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesBecome a Bard at Short Story Brewing alongside actors from Rustic Mechanical! Watch some of Shakespeare’s greatest works come to life and take part in the fun by performing monologues, sonnets, dialogues, couplets and more. Sponsored by Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from you! Take our survey below […]
Build Your Own Macrame & Wood Shelves – Black Locust Workshop
Black Locust Woodshop 818 Lee Street E, Charleston, WV, United StatesThis hands-on class includes everything you need to build your very own shelf! Includes materials like macrame cord, wood shelf, and starter ring. After 90-minutes you will walk out the door with your very own shelf and the knowledge to do it again and again!
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 5
Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill DowntownFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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 Ashley Wright (Dem 2 Brothers and a Grill), Shaheem Chapman (Artist) and C. Anthony Parker (owner of Elk […]
Children’s Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesThe 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 groups offer free make-and-take art activities, kid-friendly performances take the stage all day long, and children have the opportunity to participate […]
Capitol Street Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
Poems While You Wait
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesWV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman along with fellow poets 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! $5 suggested donation to purchase a poem goes back to FestivALL. Thank you for your support! Have a few minutes to help us […]
Children’s Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesThe 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 groups offer free make-and-take art activities, kid-friendly performances take the stage all day long, and children have the opportunity to participate […]
Capitol Street Art Fair
Capitol Street 243 Capitol St., Charleston, WV, United StatesHead downtown two days art, music, and more! We’ve invited over 60+ local and regional artisans to sell and display their wares in bath & body, books, fine art, jewelry, glass work, pottery, photography, printmaking, woodwork, textiles and more. Live music and other entertainment will also delight you for two days of fun in the […]
2024 Art-for-ALL Juried Kids’ Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesArt-for-ALL Kids' Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony June 23 | 1:30pmClay Center Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden FestivALL presents Art-for-ALL, a kids' juried art exhibition at the Clay Center. Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades pre-k through 6th from 13 West Virginia counties.This awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners […]
FestivBALL at the GoMart Ballpark
GoMart Ballpark 601 Morris St., Charleston, WVThe Charleston Dirty Birds take on Gastonia during FestivBALL at the park! We’ll unveil a limited edition FestivBALL art contest winner with the chance to connect art and America’s pastime. Also enjoy some live music on the ballpark’s new Community Keys piano. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 6
TBDFestivALL presents Season 9 of Three Things! 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. General Tickets: $10 Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) Do you enjoy this series? Get ALL 9 episodes for the […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 7
John L. Dickinson Family Homeowner Education & Community Center 815 Court St., Charleston, WV, United StatesThree Things Season 9, Episode 7 FestivALL presents Season 9, Episode 7 of Three Things: My First, My Favorite, My Future at the John L. Dickinson Homeowner Education and Community Center.Episode 7 guests include musician/artist Sarah Rudy, local musicologist John Nelson, and pro-wrestler/barber Bishop Baylor AKA Michael Young.General Tickets: $10Student Tickets: $5 (available day of show) This live monthly speaker […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 8
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVFestivALL presents Season 9, Episode 8 of Three Things 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's guests are Capitol Market Director Evan Osborn, Brad Gritt of Gritt's Farm, and Manager […]
City Center Dead
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaCity Center Dead FestivALL and Arts Amplified presents: City Center Dead!Friday, October 11 at 6pmLocation: Slack Plaza at City CenterJoin John Inghram, Eric Weingrad, Brandon Bowlds and Brad Goodall for […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVHarvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods at the Capitol Market. It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This […]
Harvest Art Fair
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVHarvest Art Fair Shop from a wide variety of West Virginia artisans as they display and sell their hand crafted goods at the Capitol Market. It’s the perfect time to get some of your holiday shopping done early, and meet the creators behind the goods you love. LOCATION: The Capitol Market at 800 Smith Street! This […]
ARTbus Unveiling
Slack Plaza, City Center 177 Summers Street, Charleston, West VirginiaA new Charleston ARTbus will roll into town during FestivFALL!Designs have been submitted and one design has been chosen! This mobile mural will be the first youth design and will be unveiled on Oct. 15 when it will begin transporting thousands of commuters! Stay tuned for this year's winning design! THANK YOU to our generous […]
Public Art Bike Tour
Lee Street Triangle 240 Capitol St, Charleston, West VirginiaFestivALL 14-28 Jun 2020 A City Becomes a Work of Art A City Becomes a Work of Art FestivALL A city-wide, multi-arts festival in Charleston, WV showcasing a mix of […]
Three Things: Season 9, Episode 9
Capitol Market 800 Smith St, Charleston, WVThree Things: Season 9, Episode 9 FestivALL presents Season 9, Episode 9 of Three Things during FestivFALL at the Capitol Market!The final guests of Season 9 include Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Tourism Chelsea Ruby, artist Robby Moore, andauthor/co-owner of Plot Twist Books Matt Browning.FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share […]
FestivFALL Art Scavenger Hunt
FestivALL Art Scavenger Hunt Can YOU solve the riddles?From Oct. 17-20, FestivFALL and Arts Amplified will hide pieces of art created by local artists throughout Charleston!Follow FestivALL and Arts Amplified on Facebook, and get a clue at 8am each morning to help you find the hidden artwork. The first person to find the artwork gets […]
An Evening with the Poets
Taylor Books 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV, United StatesAn Evening with the Poets October 18, 6pmLocation: Taylor Books Annex Gallery, 226 Capitol St.Marc Harshman presents a night of poetry at Taylor Books with Steve Scafidi and youth poet from […]
FestivALL Mayor’s Concert with Joslyn & The Sweet Compression
Haddad Riverfront Park 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL Mayor's Concert FestivALL Mayor's Concert featuring Joslyn & The Sweet Compression and the Bob Thompson UnitWhile The Mayor’s Concert has long been a tradition for FestivALL, this event has changed forms over […]
West Virginia Book Festival
Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center Theater 200 Civic Center Drive, Charleston, WVWest Virginia Book Festival The West Virginia Book Festival is a free annual event for book lovers of all ages. Featuring programs by local and international bestselling authors such as […]
Carriage Trail Leaf Walk
Sunrise Carriage Trail 746 Myrtle Rd., Charleston, WV, United StatesCarriage Trail Leaf Walk Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 1-4pmEnjoy the arts outside during FestivFALL. Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail amid fall foliage as you walk along the .65 mile trail taking in the sites and sounds of live music, art, dance, and more.Enjoy vignettes by Carli MarineckLive music TBAVisual art by Brianna Taftand […]
2024 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
The Clay Center Sculpture Garden 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, United StatesFestivALL presents Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony at Haddad Riverfront Park! Attendees will experience talent from budding artists in grades 7th through 12th from 13 West Virginia counties.This awards ceremony will recognize all the participants and winners of this 13-county teen juried art exhibition.Oct. 20, 1:30pmClay Center Sculpture Garden, 1 Clay Square Thank you […]