Carriage Trail Leaf Walk
Enjoy 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 […]
2023 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
FestivALL 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 […]
Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Why We Stayed: Stories & Monologues About the Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence”
Presented in partnership with the Charleston YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, “Why We Stayed” is a poignant drama of heartbreak and reclamation told through the eyes of the forgotten victims […]
Glow in the Park
Glow in the Park at Slack Plaza with music and art! Enjoy a night full of glow fun including a pop up art gallery, family activities, live music, glow in […]
Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Why We Stayed: Stories & Monologues About the Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence”
Presented in partnership with the Charleston YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, “Why We Stayed” is a poignant drama of heartbreak and reclamation told through the eyes of the forgotten victims […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Can 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 […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Can 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 […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 9 during FestivFALL!
FestivALL 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. […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Can 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 […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Can 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 […]
Art Scavenger Hunt
Can 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 […]
An Afternoon with West Virginia Dance Company
Through 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. […]
Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Why We Stayed: Stories & Monologues About the Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence”
Presented in partnership with the Charleston YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, “Why We Stayed” is a poignant drama of heartbreak and reclamation told through the eyes of the forgotten victims […]
Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Why We Stayed: Stories & Monologues About the Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence”
Presented in partnership with the Charleston YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, “Why We Stayed” is a poignant drama of heartbreak and reclamation told through the eyes of the forgotten victims […]
Contemporary Youth Arts Company presents “Why We Stayed: Stories & Monologues About the Forgotten Victims of Domestic Violence”
Presented in partnership with the Charleston YWCA’s Resolve Family Abuse Program, “Why We Stayed” is a poignant drama of heartbreak and reclamation told through the eyes of the forgotten victims […]
2023 Art-for-FALL Teen Juried Art Exhibition
Art-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 […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 8
FestivALL 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, […]
2023 Art-for-ALL Juried Kids’ Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony
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 […]
Children’s Art Fair presented by Children’s Dentistry
The 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 […]
Juneteenth Celebration
A day of camaraderie, history, showcasing statewide talent, and featuring nationally known recording artists. Juneteenth commemorates the holiday that celebrates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. Join […]
Ice Cream & The Arts
Fun for the whole family! Ice Cream & the Arts is a street fair and chalk art festival in the Elk City District of the West Side produced by Charleston […]
SLC Super Saturday: Make Art Together
Visit KCPL’s Main Library during the Capitol Street Art Fair as we celebrate being “All Together Now” for Summer Library Club (SLC)! Get or renew a library card, enjoy arts […]
Juneteenth Parade & Festival
The City of Charleston will kick off its Juneteenth Celebrations with a parade beginning at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center at noon leading towards a Juneteenth Festival at […]
Kites Over Kanawha City
KCCA is working with New Era Air & Space Adventures to bring an old pastime to Kanawha City – kite building and flying. Come join us for an afternoon of […]
Children’s Art Fair presented by Children’s Dentistry
The 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 […]
Live on the Levee featuring Rasta Rafiki
Enjoy an evening by the Kanawha River for Live on the Levee, a FREE Friday night concert series in Charleston, WV! Live on the Levee concerts take place every Friday […]
Out of the Box
Out of the Box is a textile exhibit that features fabrics, quilts, coverlets, and attire from the Craik-Patton House Collection. The exhibit’s primary focus is the material culture of the […]
The Possible Dream: Collection Highlights Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Clay Center
In June 1985, Charleston civic leaders unveiled plans for an arts center to revitalize the city’s downtown area. After decades of fundraising, planning, and construction, the Clay Center for the […]
Color Your World with Matisse!
Henri Matisse (1869-1954) was a French artist known for his use of rich color and shapes. Inspired by nature, in his later years, Matisse turned to cut paper collage to […]
Rolls on the River
Rolls on the River welcomes you for an epic pepperoni roll feast and more! Sample pepperoni rolls from a variety of local restaurants and businesses, craft beer, WV artisans, live music, […]
Out of the Box
Out of the Box is a textile exhibit that features fabrics, quilts, coverlets, and attire from the Craik-Patton House Collection. The exhibit’s primary focus is the material culture of the […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 5
FestivALL 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. […]
Public Art Mural Bike Tour
Learn about Charleston’s murals from the seat of your own bike! Join the West Virginia Climate Alliance on a 60-minute guided bike tour of the vibrant murals in the capital […]
Community Drum Circle
Create 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 […]
Kiwanis Corporate Regatta
The Kiwanis Corporate Regatta is an exciting miniature “yacht” race that raises much needed funds for the Kanawha County Public Library and other Kiwanins charities. The competitors use super soaker […]
Authors’ Roundtable
Curated and hosted by WV Poet Laureate, Marc Harshman, this year’s panel will feature award-winning fiction authors Erin Murphy, Gerry LaFemina and Lori Wilson. Each will read selections from their […]
Second Sunday in the Studio
Join us in the Truist Foundation Art Studio every second Sunday from 1-3 pm for a family make-and-take activity related to our current exhibitions! Location: Juliet Art Museum, Clay Center […]
Carriage Trail Walk with Music, Art, Dance
FestivALL welcomes you to take a shaded stroll on this .65 mile trail to experience the arts in a not so typical place. Enjoy live music, an interactive jam session […]
FamilyCare Kids Summer Bash
FamilyCare provides a safe and fun day of summer activities for the community at this annual event. Fun-filled activities will include free sports physicals, inflatables, outdoor games, and a DJ. […]
Capitol Market AfterpARTy!
Immediately 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 […]
FestivALL Art Parade
The 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 […]
Live on the Levee featuring John Inghram: A Tribute to the Who
Enjoy an evening by the Kanawha River for Live on the Levee, a FREE Friday night concert series in Charleston, WV! Live on the Levee concerts take place every Friday night […]
2023 Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
Art-for-ALL is a juried art exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in 13 WV counties. Check out the exhibition in the Ticketing Lobby of the Clay Center […]
ARTBus
Charleston’s ARTbus is back! Designs have been submitted and now it is time for the public to vote on the finalists! Visit us at festivallcharleston.com to cast your vote through […]
FestivALL Porch Parade
A 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 […]
“Show Your Pride” Window Display Contest
Event Details Using the colors of the rainbow, businesses throughout Charleston use their storefronts to turn the city in to a work of art! Vote for your favorite on the […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 4th Weekend
FestivALL 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: […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 3rd Weekend
FestivALL 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: […]
Three Things: Season 8, Episode 4
FestivALL 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 & […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 2nd Weekend
FestivALL 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: […]
FestivALL at the Capitol Market: 1st Weekend
FestivALL 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: […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 9
FestivALL 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 […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 8
FestivALL 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) […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 7
FestivALL 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 […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 6
FestivALL 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 […]
The Wake Up Call: A West Virginia Hero’s Life (WV Documentary Premiere)
“The Wake Up Call,” documentary by Storyline Motion Pictures is about the remarkable and heroic international life of West Virginia native Dave Evans. He had a notable, worldly career until the age […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 5
FestivALL 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 […]
Live Music Bingo
Come out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! Music by 11:11 Free to play! Prizes Awarded! A mash up of […]
ARTbus Unveiling
Charleston’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 […]
TGKVF 60th Anniversary Celebration: STEAM for All
Join the celebration! The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation invites you to celebrate their 60th anniversary – kicking off with STEAM for All at Slack Plaza & Brawley Walkway A free, […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 4
FestivALL 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 Things: Season 7, Episode 3
FestivALL 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 […]
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 . […]
Three Things: Season 7, Episode 1
FestivALL 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 Wilkins Location: John L. Dickinson Homeowner Education and Community Center| […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 9
FestivALL 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: […]
Live Music Bingo
Come out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! Music: The John Inghram Band featuring John (of course) Bud Carroll, Randy […]
Charleston Light Opera Guild presents ‘Putting it Together’
Back by popular demand and one-night only! The Charleston Light Opera Guild will present Putting It Together, featuring the songs of lyricist/composer Stephen Sondheim from 13 of hismusical theater productions […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 8
FestivALL 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 […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 7
FestivALL 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 […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 6
FestivALL 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, […]
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 […]
Pre-Game Concert at Power Park
Head 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 – […]
Three Things: Season 6, Episode 5
FestivALL 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 […]
Live Music Bingo
Come out and support Local Music and Local Business with a fun, interactive, game of LIVE MUSIC BINGO! June 14 features: Three’s Company Blues. June 21 features: TBD Free to play! […]
Contemporary/Lyrical Dance Class
Join River City Youth Ballet Ensemble teacher, Emily Hanna for a ballet-based contemporary class that encourages freedom of movement and expression. For middle and high school students and adults. About […]
FestivALL Goes Virtual
Things have drastically changed in our world in such a brief time, but art remains a constant and vital need. We find ourselves turning to the arts for healing and […]
Press Release: FestivALL Goes “VirtuALL”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 12, 2020CONTACT: Mallory Richards, [email protected] FESTIVALL CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES 2020 VIRTUAL FESTIVALL EXPERIENCEJune 14-28, 2020 Events will not take place in person this June.All events will be […]