Next top Must-Attend Events in West Virginia

Although it was originally a part of Virginia, the state of West Virginia continues to forge its own independent path. West Virginia's attractions are often overshadowed by its bigger neighbors, but those who spend time in the state will experience amazing sights, festivals, events and cultural attractions. The state features a diverse range of landscapes, making it a popular place to experience the wonders of the outdoors.

Starting the last weekend in July and spanning for an entire five days, music lovers and musicians gather to celebrate the stringed instruments that create the music of Appalachia. Attend live concerts, workshops and contests along with dances and sing-a-longs. The listed activities include everything from getting the chance to weave baskets or make stools to attending a Yoga class or playing bingo. Locals also present live predatory bird demonstrations.

  • Sam Michaels Park 1330 Job Corps Road Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 in Shenandoah Junction, WV

Despite the age of technology, this end of September event features the talents of 200 artisans demonstrating and displaying numerous unique hand-made crafts and talents that mountain people used for hundreds of years. See everything from needlework and jewelry making to furniture creations and pottery. Along with the tented showcases, guests have the chance to taste wine made at local wineries, hear authentic bluegrass music and sample the food.

Main cities in West Virginia

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Washington, WV
210 events
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Huntington, WV
59 events
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Charleston, WV
52 events
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Morgantown, WV
44 events
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Wheeling, WV
38 events
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Summit Point, WV
34 events
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Beckley, WV
32 events
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Martinsburg, WV
25 events
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Oceana, WV
25 events
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Parkersburg, WV
18 events
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Shepherdstown, WV
18 events
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Charles Town, WV
17 events
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Man, WV
17 events
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Weirton, WV
16 events
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Buckhannon, WV
15 events
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Gerrardstown, WV
14 events
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Oak Hill, WV
12 events
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Slab Fork, WV
11 events
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Mammoth, WV
9 events
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Clarksburg, WV
8 events
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Fairmont, WV
8 events
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Gallagher, WV
8 events
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Hurricane, WV
8 events
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West Liberty, WV
8 events

Counties in West Virginia

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BERKELEY
4 cities
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BROOKE
5 cities
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CABELL
4 cities
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FAYETTE
12 cities
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HANCOCK
2 cities
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HARRISON
1 cities
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JEFFERSON
4 cities
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KANAWHA
14 cities
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LOGAN
6 cities
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MARION
11 cities
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MARSHALL
3 cities
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MINERAL
2 cities
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MONONGALIA
8 cities
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OHIO
4 cities
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PLEASANTS
1 cities
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PUTNAM
4 cities
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RALEIGH
12 cities
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WAYNE
6 cities
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WOOD
5 cities
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WYOMING
5 cities
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