Fund for the Arts Capital Cocktail Classic
Join Fund for the Arts as we host an event where four local restaurants compete by serving signature cocktails and appetizers as participants sample and vote for their favorites. Vote […]
The Rustic Mechanicals presents Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”
West 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 […]
All Ages Yoga
Participate in an all-ages yoga class with instructor Nina Ratliff! Must bring your own mats and props. Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to hear from […]
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. […]
The Art of Seasonal Living with Sherry Weaver: Zero Waste Pumpkin Painting and Tasting
Learn about the art of homesteading with Sherry Weaver (Quite Contrary Kitchen Gardens) as we delve into making your produce no-waste in creative and innovative ways. This event is FREE […]
Charleston Ballet presents “Fairy Tails”
See the premieres of Peter and the Wolf, Cinderella, and Winnie the Pooh & Friends as they are brought to life on stage by the Charleston Ballet. Be amazed by […]
Charleston Ballet presents “Fairy Tails”
See the premieres of Peter and the Wolf, Cinderella, and Winnie the Pooh & Friends as they are brought to life on stage by the Charleston Ballet. Be amazed by […]
Charleston Ballet presents “Fairy Tails”
See the premieres of Peter and the Wolf, Cinderella, and Winnie the Pooh & Friends as they are brought to life on stage by the Charleston Ballet. Be amazed by […]
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, […]
Pride Night at GoMart Ballpark
The Charleston Dirty Birds take on the Gastonia Honey Hunters during Pride Night at the park! A special Pride cap will be free to 500 fans on $1 Beer Night, […]
Argentine Tango Performance & Class
Special 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 […]
Organ Recital with Dr. Kristina Rizzotto
Latvian Brazilian organist Dr. Kristina Rizzotto received a doctorate from the University of Oklahoma, a Master of Music from East Carolina University, and a Bachelor’s degree from the Universidade Federal do Rio […]
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 […]
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 […]
FestivBALL at the GoMart Ballpark
The 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 […]
Kids Yoga
Join Stephanie Legg, RYT500 Yoga Teacher and Integrative Wellness Therapist for a yoga class all about the kids! Must bring your own mats + props. Sponsored by Have a few […]
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 […]
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 […]
Charleston Chamber Music Society Concert
The Charleston Chamber Music Society will present classical pianist Gerald Lee. Tickets: Season Passes or $20 at the door Have a few minutes to help us out? We’d love to […]
Jonathan Burns
Born 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 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 & […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Charleston Civic Chorus FestivALL Concert
Enjoy an evening of choral music from a varied vocal heritage. This event is free to attend and you can learn more about Charleston Civic Chorus here. Jayson Keeton, Artistic […]
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: […]
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 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 […]
Dance FestivALL
This 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 […]
2022 Pew Quilt Show & Needlework Display
Enjoy the artistry of quilting as both old and new quilts are displayed on the pews of the historic sanctuary of Kanawha Church. The event is free to participants and […]
2022 Pew Quilt Show & Needlework Display
Enjoy the artistry of quilting as both old and new quilts are displayed on the pews of the historic sanctuary of Kanawha Church. The event is free to participants and […]
You Might As Well Live
The one-person play, You Might As Well Live, explores the life, loves, and legacy of literary icon and sharp-tongued member of the Algonquin Round Table – Dorothy Rothschild Parker. More […]
You Might As Well Live
The one-person play, You Might As Well Live, explores the life, loves, and legacy of literary icon and sharp-tongued member of the Algonquin Round Table – Dorothy Rothschild Parker. More […]
Sunday Morning Yoga
Get your day flowing! Join Stephanie Legg, RYT500 Yoga Teacher and Integrative Wellness Therapist for a 60 minute deep release yoga flow for ALL levels. All levels welcome. Must bring […]
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 […]
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 […]
Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Smoky Mountain Distributors
Head 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, […]
Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Smoky Mountain Distributors
Head 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, […]
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| […]
GoodSpace Mural Unveiling
We 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 […]
West Virginia Music Hall of Fame – Inductees Tell Their Stories & Sing Their Songs
WVMHoF inductees tell their stories – and sing their songs Bob Thompson, Larry Groce and John Ellison offer anecdotes and advicefor establishing a music career in the Mountain State Musician/Producer Don […]
Charleston ARTbus Unveiling
We are excited to unveil the winning submission for the FOURTH Charleston ARTbus! On October 19 Charleston’s fourth ARTbus will be parked out beside Slack Plaza in Charleston’s Downtown, designed by Charleston […]
Spring Hill Cemetery: History Comes Alive!
History will come alive at Spring Hill Cemetery during FestivFALL! Come celebrate Charleston’s rich history with the Friends of Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum on a choice of 2 […]
Dracula: The Seduction
The Charleston Ballet Presents… DRACULA: THE SEDUCTION Sink your teeth into DRACULA: The Seduction! Music by Anthony DiLorenzo. Back by bloodthirsty demand, this terrifying tale returns to Charleston bigger and […]
Dracula: The Seduction
The Charleston Ballet Presents… DRACULA: THE SEDUCTION Sink your teeth into DRACULA: The Seduction! Music by Anthony DiLorenzo. Back by bloodthirsty demand, this terrifying tale returns to Charleston bigger and […]
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. […]
WVIFF presents A Film Under the Stars: Ghostbusters (1984)!
WVIFF presents A Film Under the Stars! Bring a chair, bring a friend and enjoy a film screening in the great outdoors of Charleston, WV! Film: The Ghostbusters! CLICK HERE FOR […]
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 […]
Sound Checks: Shelem’s Album Preview Show
SOUND CHECKS – DON’T MISS CHARLESTON’S HOTTEST LIVE MUSIC SERIES! Nobody brings you closer to today’s rising stars than Sound Checks. We invite you to join the party, step on to […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
Harvest Art Fair
FestivFALL’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 […]
Harvest Art Fair
FestivFALL’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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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, […]
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 […]
Poems While You Wait
WV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman along with poets Crystal Good and Jeff Tigchelaar will create original, one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you! Visit the poets in the Taylor Books Annex […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
History Alive: Nellie Bly
Nellie Bly, adventurer, inventor, and ground-breaking investigative reporter was the pen name of Elizabeth Jane Cochrane. In 1887, to be hired as a reporter with Pulitzer’s New York The World, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]
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 […]