We are excited to welcome the New River Rim to River Racers to town!!! We have lots of fun lined up for this weekend with the New River Gorge Festival, Rim to River Race, live music, yoga, and more!

Fayetteville Bike Month Challenge

May 1-31

May is National Bike Month and the Town of Fayetteville invites you to celebrate! When you ride your bike this month, you have a chance to win prizes. Here’s how to participate:1. Ride on any of the local trails below.
2. Post a picture of you from your ride to social media.
3. Use the hashtag #FayettevilleBikeMonth2021Each time you post a picture from a different trail from the list, your name will be entered to win one of these prizes:- Basic bike tune-up from New River Bikes
– Bike rental, camping, and meal from Arrowhead Bike Farm
– Drawstring bag, water bottle, and bike bell from Active Southern West VirginiaWinners announced June 1st! Join the event or follow @Town of Fayetteville, WV to see winners.*Trails*
– Arrowhead Trails (all levels)- Fayetteville Town Park (fitness trail – beginner; park loop trail – intermediate)- Hawks Nest Rail Trail (beginner)- Needles Eye Park Trails (intermediate)- Wolf Creek Park Trails (all levels)

New River Gorge Festival at Ace Adventure Resort

Friday- Sunday

The inaugural New River Gorge Festival is happening May 14th- 16th at ACE Adventure Resort in West Virginia. Lets celebrate America’s newest National Park where we all love to paddle, hike, bike, and explore. This weekend is jam-packed with fun things to do including catching an outdoor film festival, shopping the vendor midway, dancing to your favorite music, and oh year, going on river trips! Meet friends new and old in the New River Gorge this spring and experience a weekend full of camping, vendors, live music, and outdoor adventures! WEEKEND FESTIVAL PASS INCLUDES:
CAMPING FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT
ACCESS TO VENDOR MIDWAY & DEMOS
LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT
FILM FESTIVAL

Info& Tickets

Live Music at Chimney Corner Cafe

Friday-Sunday

Chimney Corner Cafe is rockin the entire weekend with LIVE MUSIC starting Friday at 6:00pm with The Kind Thieves Guitarist, Jonathon Archibald! Saturday, Jack Scott and the Railroad Bandits will be here from 4 til 8pm! And then last BUT NEVER LEAST Lo Jam!! Lo Jam will play from 3pm til 6pm on Sunday!!
What a GREAT WEEKEND OF MUSIC!! You do not want to miss!! 

Friday, May 14

First Day of the season at The Burrito Bar at Breeze Hill

Come celebrate the opening weekend at the Burrito Bar at Breeze Hill overlooking the New River Gorge!

Friday 3-9 Saturday noon-9 and Sunday noon-9

Darrell Ramsey at the Pink Pig

Live music with Derrell Ramsey from 5:30pm-8pm at the Pink Pig

Justin Perry at Firecreek BBQ & Steaks

8:30pm-11pm

Saturday, May 15

Fayette Station Road Closure

PARK ALERT: Fayette Station Road will be closed to vehicle traffic from 6:00 am – 10:00 am on Saturday, May 15th. The closure will be from the Lansing Loop and Fayette Station Road intersection to the intersection of Fayette Station Road and Route 19- the course of a Rim to Rim 10K race. Anyone wanting to set a river shuttle at Fayette Station or Teays will need to do so by 6:00 am or after 10:00 am. Climbers can access Bridge Buttress by parking and walking down from Burnwood Day Use Area.

Rim to River Race

7am-12pm

The 2021 New River Gorge Rim to Rim 10K will be a running road race from one side of the New River Gorge to the other. This bucket list event will provide runners with breathtaking views throughout the course in the adventure sports capital of West Virginia, Fayetteville. Hosted by Adventures on the Gorge, racers will have access to resort amenities and finish at the rim side pool with a catered brunch.
The course will begin on the south side of Fayette Station Road and finish at Adventures on the Gorge. Racers should prepare for a decent of 1300 ft and a climb of 1300 ft with the steepest point being a 20% incline. The finish line will bring racers to the rim of the gorge with an overlook photo opportunity. Racers are welcome to walk the course but must maintain a 20 minute mile pace to complete the event during the allotted closed road timeframe.

Fayette County Farmers Market

Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House

8am-12:30

New River Yoga Backbending Workshop

9am

Darrell Ramsey at the Pink Pig

1pm-3pm

Live music with Darrell Ramsey at the Pink Pig followed by music with Jeffery Joe.

First Annual Outdoor Gear Swap at the Freefolk Brewery

2pm-6pm

Spring Fling Star Watching Party at Babcock State Park Boley Lake

May 15, 8:00 – 10:00 pm:
WHERE: Boley Lake at Babcock State Park in Clifftop, WV.
Enjoy the wonders of the night sky while hanging out on the shores of the lake. Bring a blanket and red-filtered flashlight. Some star-watching tools will be available. RESERVATIONS required by May 7 (limit 25 participants): 304-465-2632 or jodi_french-burr@nps.gov.

Sunday, May 16

New Roots Edible Plant Walk at New Roots Community Farm

9am-12pm

New Roots Community Farm is hosting an Edible Plant Walk with Mitchell Dech!
This event is limited to 40 and costs $10/person. Pay upon arrival. 50% of the funds raised go to our fundraising campaign to purchase the farm!
Please RSVP to information@newrootscommunityfarm.comEvent Schedule
9:00 am Meet at Red Barn and park in the designated area
9:15 am Mitchell’s Intro and walk begins

Power Yoga with New River Yoga at Adventures on the Gorge Pool Deck

9:30 am

Kanawha Falls Trash Pick-up

10am-2pm

It’s time for Kerren Halls annual Make Is Shine Kanawha Falls trash clean! This trash pick up is off the road so it’s a great spot to bring the kids and teach them to give back to the Earth. It’s also a great place to put in your SUP board and paddle around or bring your kayak and huck the falls after the clean up. Bags, gloves, and refreshments will be provided! Please share and invite friends!

Aurora Ice at the Chamber of Commerce

11am-6pm

Aurora Ice will be set up at The Fayette County Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, May 16th from 11:00AM-6:00PM.We have picnic tables and plenty of parking for you and your family!

Rhodo Wander Spring Fling NPS EVENT at Grandview

May 16, 2:00 – 3:30 pm:
WHERE: Grandview Visitor Center at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve in Grandview, WV.
Take a leisurely stroll around the side to see and photograph the beautiful blooms of Catawba Rhododendron. RESERVATIONS required by May 15 (limit 25 participants): 304-465-2632 or jodi_french-burr@nps.gov.

We want to highlight some of the positive things going down in town this week to bring a smile to your face. We have lots of exciting things going down this week.

Fayetteville Bike Month Challenge

May 1-31

May is National Bike Month and the Town of Fayetteville invites you to celebrate! When you ride your bike this month, you have a chance to win prizes. Here’s how to participate:1. Ride on any of the local trails below.
2. Post a picture of you from your ride to social media.
3. Use the hashtag #FayettevilleBikeMonth2021Each time you post a picture from a different trail from the list, your name will be entered to win one of these prizes:- Basic bike tune-up from New River Bikes
– Bike rental, camping, and meal from Arrowhead Bike Farm
– Drawstring bag, water bottle, and bike bell from Active Southern West VirginiaWinners announced June 1st! Join the event or follow @Town of Fayetteville, WV to see winners.*Trails*
– Arrowhead Trails (all levels)- Fayetteville Town Park (fitness trail – beginner; park loop trail – intermediate)- Hawks Nest Rail Trail (beginner)- Needles Eye Park Trails (intermediate)- Wolf Creek Park Trails (all levels)

Fayetteville Welcomes Love Hope Art Center

Fayetteville welcomes new art center

The Hawks Nest Tram & New River Jet Boats Open This Weekend

The Tram is spinning and Miss M Rocks is back in the water for the 2021 season.  After a long year off the water, New River Jet Boats will be running tours of Hawks Nest Lake and New River Gorge starting May 8th. 
We will be open rain or shine Saturdays and Sundays through the rest of May. 
Weekend hours will be 10 – 7. Tickets available at Hawks Nest Tram Office.
Any questions call Bobby Bower at 304-575-5252

Pop Up Kitchen: Polecats at the Freefolk Brewery

4pm-9pm all weekend

Royal Rumble at Camp Royal Glenn Jean

all weekend long 10am-7pm

Parking: $5/daily or $10/weekend
$10 for 12yrs & under
$15 for 13yrs & older
$50 Family Weekend PassThe crew at Camp ROYAL is so excited to host the 2021 ROYAL Rumble on May 7th-9th. This 3 day event is part of the FMB world tour and is a stop on the Women’s Slopestyle tour. The whole Camp ROYAL property will be open all 3 days for spectators and competitors to ride together. With 3 skateparks, 2 pump tracks, a flat airbag, resi, 13’ tall landing airbag and over 40 dirt jumps it is sure to be an amazing weekend. Some of the best talent around North America will be at the event competing for cash and prizes. You don’t want to miss it.Friday, May 7th, 2021
– 10am Property is open for all to ride.
– Practice in the afternoon for all divisions.
– Property closes at sunset.Saturday, May 8th, 2021
– 10am Property is open for all to ride.
– Practice in the morning for all divisions.
– Afternoon qualifying into the Finals.
– Property closes at Sunset.Sunday, May 9th, 2021
– 9am Church Service open to all.
– 10am Property is open for all to ride.
– Practice for finalist mid day.
– Finals and winners crowned.
– Property closes after event ends.

Cathedral Cafe’s Mother’s Day Dinner Menu

all weekend long 4:30pm-9pm

Friday

Pop Up Show at Maggie’s Pub with Liana Dagmar

7pm-10pm

Matt Mullins at The Freefolk Brewery

Friday 7pm

Matt Mullins performs solo at The Freefolk Brewery this Friday, May 7 from 7-9. Don’t miss Matt’s rich soulful music as he tells stories of the mountains.

Clinton Scott at the Firecreek Lounge

Friday May 7, 8:30pm-11:30pm

Join us for an exciting night with the talented performer Clinton Scott! Awesome people! Cold drinks! And a good time!

Saturday

New River Yoga at Adventures on the Gorge Pool Deck

9am

Busker Fest 2021 at the Arrowhead Bike Farm

TOMORROW AT 11 AM – 9 PM

Join us at the Arrowhead Bike Farm for Busk Fest 2021! Busking is a time-honored tradition of performing music in the street for tips. This event is focused on highlighting those musicians who haven’t been able to perform in such a long time. In the spirit of busking, we will have West Virginian artists performing for tips throughout the Biergarten all day and into the night! Bring some cash to show these talented folks how much we appreciate them

Mother’s Day Wine Tasting at Studio B

Saturday 3pm-7pm

What better way to treat your mom other than to a wine tasting and delicious food made fresh from Susan Jones?
Featured Wines:
~Peach Bellini from The Famous Harry’s Bar~ Venezia 1931~ This well-loved drink was invented in Italy in 1948 by Giuseppe Cipriani. A mix of processo and peach never fails to provoke summer.
~Man Pinotage~ A South African modern style wine emphasizing the softer Pinot Noir like characteristic of Pinotage.
~Yalumba Viognier~ An Australian white wine with aromas of honeysuckle, white flowers and a hint of apricot nectar with lively stone fruit flavors and a refreshing finish.
Susan will be taking pre orders for:
~Gazpacho with Gritts tomatoes and local herbs.
~Lump CrapCakes with a Ramp Remoulade
~Lobster Ravioli with a Seafood Creme
AND Fayetteville’s Favorite Andrew Adkins will be joining us for live music. 

It’s Mom’s Day to WINE at Maggie’s Pub

Saturday, May 8 3pm-3am

We are teaming up with our awesome neighbor Studio B for a wine tasting event in our yard! Here’s the list of wines to try then you can purchase next door.
*Peach Bellini from the famous Harry’s Bar-Venezia 1931
*Man Pinotage is a South African modern style wine emphasizing the softer Pinot Noir
*Yalumba Viognier is an Australian white wine with aromas of honeysuckle, white flowers and hint of ApricotThe amazing Susan Jones will be taking pre-orders for her food that includes:
*Gazpacho with gritt tomatoes and local herbs
*Lump crab cakes with a ramp Remaonlade
*Lobster ravioli with a seafood CremeSusan will also be in our yard using our Blackstone griddle making some amazing Po Boys that include:
*Fried and Blackened Shrimp Po Boy
*Fried and Blackened Catfish Po Boy
*Blackened Roast Beef Po BoyAnd to top it all off the awesomingly talented Andrew Adkins will be playing an acoustic set that starts at 3pm!Then stay for the DJ dance party that starts at 7pm!

Matt Deal at the Freefolk Brewery Live Music

7pm

Don’t miss original West Virginia songwriter Matt Deal from Bluefield, WV. Matt’s eclectic songs are sure to make you laugh, cry, or cry from laughter… hell, maybe all at once.

SUNDAY

Mother’s Day Brunch at Our House Grill & Pub

10am-3pm

Free Mothers Day Yoga with meditation music

SUNDAY AT 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM

Free Mother Day Yoga class provided by New River Yoga, with Candace Evans. Special Guest Keith Molyneaux. Keith will play a selection of instruments to wisk you away for a sound bath relaxation session. It will be a meditative experience where those in attendance are “bathed” in sound waves. These waves are produced by various sources, including healing instruments. Not to mention the beauty of the Gorge and all the tropical birds that surround. This is a not to miss opportunity. It will be the most perfect morning.Please sign up on Mindbody if possible to get some sort of headcount.

Mother’s Day Paint & Sip at Southside Junction Taphouse

Sunday, May 7 11am-1pm

Come out to The Southside Junction Tap House for a Mother’s Day paint and sip. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing- groups that come together will be seated together. Class is limited. We will be painting Peaceful Garden- all materials and step-by-step instruction provided, including a 16×20 inch canvas. $4 mimosas, craft beer and appetizers will be available for purchase. A great afternoon out and fun way to treat Mom for Mother’s Day!!

Mothers Day Brunch at The Gaines Estate

SUNDAY AT 11:30 AM

There is no better person to celebrate other than mom! Join us at The Gaines Estate with your family to honor Mother’s Day with a scrumptious brunch. All of your brunch favorites will be featured including a breakfast charcuterie board and of course mimosas! Treat mom on this special day with a lovely afternoon at the stunning estate.Please call 304-237-2193 to make reservations

Wanderlust Creative Foods Mother’s Day Menu

Women’s Group Ride at the Bike Farm

SUNDAY AT 5 PM – 7:30 PM

We are excited to announce our Weekly Women’s Group Ride will be on Sundays! Sundays at 5 pm, Erin Larsen and Sarah Coffey will be leading a beginner to intermediate ride for women who are looking to ride with other women, explore the Arrowhead Trails with a group, and have a good time! Meet at the Bike Farm at 5:00. The length of the ride will depend on the group but will range from 6-8 miles.
Come join the awesome community of women riders in the NRG! 

Lodging Highlight: 1904 Townhouse

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 2 baths

Open your front door and step out onto Court Street where Everything is Happening! Enjoy The Historic Fayette Theatre, The Stache for Ice Cream two doors down, Cathedral Cafe, Wood Iron Eatery, Southside Junction all just within a few steps. If you love Yoga, as we all do, the studio is just across the street, and on the corner from us beautiful selection of yoga attire.

Fayetteville is beautiful any time of year. That said, the springtime is a favorite for blooming, budding and bountiful activities.

So what do you do if you want to experience all the breathtaking beauty? We have some ideas to help you get started planning your spring adventure in Fayetteville.

Day 1:

Acquaint yourself with Fayetteville and stop by the Fayetteville Convention & Visitors Bureau. Gather information to start your adventures, from trail maps, shopping, outdoor recreation, scenic & historic tours, we can get you started in the right direction.

Picnic Lunch

We know you are itching to explore America’s newest national park. Before you dive into the adventure take a second to prep for lunch in the National Park. Stop by The Station and order to go or grab some delicious grub from their grab and go cooler.  Studio B Art Boutique Wine and Beer Gallery also has a variety of gourmet meats and cheeses to help you stock your picnic basket.

Explore in Americas Newest National Park

Take a three-minute drive from the town of Fayetteville across the New River Gorge Bridge to the Canyon Rim Visitor Center on Fayette Station Road. There are picnic tables overlooking the New River Gorge Bridge where you can take time to enjoy your lunch or you can venture down into the gorge for a riverside picnic at Fayette Station.  Make sure you check out the Canyon Rim Visitor Center where you can watch a film to learn about the history and construction of the New River Gorge Bridge and on how forces of nature have shaped the gorge.  This will help you get better acquainted with the history and splendor of the New River Gorge, get your bearings with the center’s three-dimensional park map, and take in the unbeatable views from the overlooks.

Ranger & Nature Programs

Join a ranger or park partner for free hikes, talks, and activities. These guided activities provide an opportunity to learn about the natural world around us, experience our rich cultural history, try something new, or just explore a new part of your national parks. Check for scheduled activities. https://www.nps.gov/neri/planyourvisit/programs.htm

Junior Ranger Program

Kids can join in on the fun by asking for a Junior Ranger Book at the Canyon Rim Visitor Center. Once you have your book there are a few requirements you must meet in order to complete the program and earn a Junior Ranger Badge.

https://www.nps.gov/neri/learn/kidsyouth/beajuniorranger.htm

Drive Under The New River Gorge Bridge

Pick up an audio tour CD from the visitor center before embarking on a drive deep down into the gorge on Fayette Station Road.   Leaving the Canyon Rim Visitor Center turn right and take another sharp right past the Canyon Rim Gift shop following the sings to Fayette Station via Route 82, Fayette Station Road. Keep an eye out for peregrine falcon sitings and stop for some magnificent viewpoints along the way. You will drive directly under the arch of the Bridge along the Nutall sandstone rock cliffs that make Fayetteville the capital of east coast climbing. Take a break at Bridge Buttress to take in the views along the rock cliffs.  Fayette Station is a windy one-way road that will take you down to the bottom of the Gorge and back up the other side along breathtaking waterfalls. When you reach the bottom, by the river Fayette Station is a great place to stop and watch kayakers and rafters hit the rapids. You will see several waterfalls as you work your way up out of the gorge.

Route 82 will bring you back up to Rt. 19, take a right to head back towards Fayetteville.

Bike Ride

Enjoy an evening bike ride at Arrowhead Bike Farm. The Arrowhead Bike farm is home to a stacked loop trail system. This rolling loop system makes it easier for beginners to give mountain biking a try without having to pedal up and down mountains. The Clovis trail is a great place for beginner riders to explore with an easy trail rating. Arrowhead Bike Farm offers bike rentals onsite along with a Biergarten, handlebar restaurant, bike shop, and everyone enjoys visiting with their resident goats.

Dinner

Enjoy patio dining onsite at the Handlebar and take time to relax after hitting the trail. You can also take a drive into town where you can get a taste of world travel themed dishes at Wanderlust Creative Foods.

Stay a While

There are so many incredible places to stay in Fayetteville. Enjoy a relaxing retreat at a cabin under the stars, or pamper yourself at a historic bed and breakfast. Spend the evening relaxing and enjoy the accommodations at your selected retreat.

Day 2:

Breakfast

Stop and enjoy breakfast at a favorite local spot, Cathedral Café, or fuel up and kick start your day at the Raw & Juicy Juice Bar above the Café.

Hike

 One of the most popular activities in the gorge is hiking.  Quiet spring mornings are the perfect time to explore in the gorge and take in all the bountiful blooms. Take the path less traveled with a custom guided hike by booking a tour with Wild Wonderful Outdoor Adventures. A private hiking guide can design a hike tailored specifically for your preferences and hiking experience level. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to learn about the history and the variety of flora and fauna that can be found here.

If you are looking for self guided hiking here our some of our spring time favorites.

Easy– Burnwood Trail 1.2 This loop trail takes you through a variety of habitats from the forest and along an open field. You are bound to see spring wildflowers on this trail.

Moderate-Long Point Trail 1.6 miles

This trail will take you to a rock outcrop where you can take in panoramic views of the gorge and New River Gorge Bridge.

Strenuous– Kaymoor Miners Trail

Spring is a great time to take advantage of cooler temps and tackle the Kaymoor Miners Trail. Decend over 821 steps down into the gorge to the Kaymoor coal mine site.

Trail Info & Directions

Lunch

Pies & Pints is a Fayetteville favorite where you can feast upon gourmet specialty pizzas and grab a brew.

Explore Around Town

Fayetteville’s has a rich history. Take advantage of the free Fayetteville Audio Tour as you explore around town.

The Tour starts at the Fayetteville Visitor Center. Click the link to play the tour from your phone. Fayetteville Audio Tour

Take time to stroll through our historic downtown and check out the unique boutiques and shops.  We have a growing art scene in town with many talented artists calling Fayetteville home. Stop by Wild Art & Wonderful Things to bring home a little piece of Fayetteville with a variety of handcrafted items. We have three new additions to town with Out of the Ashes, Thread, and Very Rare Vintage. Fayetteville is a picker’s paradise with four antique stores within walking distance including The New River Antique Mall. If you love the outdoors Ace Gear Shop or Waterstone Outdoors can get outfitted for your next adventure. 

Dinner

When in West Virginia you must stop at the 304 to indulge in a Bomb Diggity Burger or a Mother Clucker.

Day 3

Breakfast

Wood Iron Eatery is a hidden gem serving up fresh breakfasts and lunch. They are famous for their pound cake if you can snag a piece before its gone.

Waterfalling

West Virginia is known as the birthplace for rivers and with that comes lots of breath taking waterfalls. Spring rains make spring time perfect for exploring waterfalls. On a busy weekend popular falls can become crowded. We tend to have fewer crowds midweek in the spring.

Take The Waterfall Loop

Travel south on Rt. 16 from Fayetteville to head towards Cathedral falls off Route 60 in Gauley Bridge. You will pass several roadside falls along Rt. 16 in route to Cathedral Falls. As you come down Gauley mountain Cathedral Falls will be located on the right side of the road past the Gauley Bridge sign at a roadside rest stop making it easy to access. You can continue a short drive down route 60 to the town of Glenn Ferris where you can see Kanawha Falls. You will be viewing the falls from a distance from the fishing access parking lot.  If you want to experience the falls up close we highly recommend booking a guided Stand Up Paddle Board trip with Mountain Surf Paddle Sports. The next waterfall is 8 miles up the road. Turn right out of the parking lot at Kanawha falls onto route 60 and drive to Hawks Nest State Park. After May 13th you can take a tram ride from Hawks Nest Lodge down to Hawks Nest Lake. From the tram station at the bottom, you can take a .8 mile walk down the Fisherman’s Trail to view Turkey Creek Falls. These falls are beautiful after a spring rain with a 35-foot drop that splits into 3 sections at the top that merge and split again at the bottom of the falls. From the bottom of the tram, you also have access to the Hawks Nest Rail Trail. This two-mile in and out hike follows along a scenic section of mill creek with multiple waterfalls. After leaving hawks nest State park you will travel 7 miles towards Hico where you can take Rt. 19 back towards Fayetteville.

Explore Thurmond

Travel about 20 minutes south on Rt. 19 to the Glenn Jean exit from Fayetteville. Glenn Jean is home to the National Park Headquarters. Travel Route 25 along Dunlop Creek towards Thurmond. You can stop at 4.2 miles out route 25 to view Dunlop falls on the right side of the road. Continue for about .6 miles to the Rend Trailhead. The Rend Trail is a popular spring hike for wildflower enthusiasts. The Rend Trail Bridge is closed 1.97 miles from the trailhead on the Thurmond side. When you finish your hike get back on the road for another 1.3 miles to Thurmond. Thurmond was once a thriving boomtown that has been left mostly untouched. This ghost town is an awesome place to step back in time. Stop by the Historic Thurmond Train Depot and take a stroll down Main Street.  The Southside Trail and Stone Cliff Trails are also popular trails for viewing wildflowers.

Grab A Brew

Fayetteville is home to two breweries, The Freefolk Brewery and Bridge Brew Works. Both serve up unique small-batch beers and both have food trucks set up for outdoor dining for your snacking pleasure on the weekends. If you are a big art fan, you could easily spend the evening hanging at The Freefolk Brewery. Plan ahead and book a brewing experience.   Stop by the tasting room of Bridge Brew Works and try a flight of their latest brews or grab a pint of one of their classics. Fayetteville is also home to the Southside Junction Tap House where you can sample flavors from our local breweries in one spot in the heart of town and it’s a perfect spot to grab a snack and satisfy your cravings.

Dinner

Enjoy mouth watering BBQ or steaks at Firecreek BBQ and Steaks or stop by another favorite BBQ joint, The Pink Pig.

We want to highlight some of the positive things going down in town this week to bring a smile to your face. We have lots of exciting things going down this week.

Fayetteville Bike Month Challenge

May 1-31

May is National Bike Month and the Town of Fayetteville invites you to celebrate! When you ride your bike this month, you have a chance to win prizes. Here’s how to participate:1. Ride on any of the local trails below.
2. Post a picture of you from your ride to social media.
3. Use the hashtag #FayettevilleBikeMonth2021Each time you post a picture from a different trail from the list, your name will be entered to win one of these prizes:- Basic bike tune-up from New River Bikes
– Bike rental, camping, and meal from Arrowhead Bike Farm
– Drawstring bag, water bottle, and bike bell from Active Southern West VirginiaWinners announced June 1st! Join the event or follow @Town of Fayetteville, WV to see winners.*Trails*
– Arrowhead Trails (all levels)- Fayetteville Town Park (fitness trail – beginner; park loop trail – intermediate)- Hawks Nest Rail Trail (beginner)- Needles Eye Park Trails (intermediate)- Wolf Creek Park Trails (all levels)

Virtual New River Nature & Birding Festival

Brunch & Bouquets at the Gaines Estate

Saturday, May 1 10am-11am

Join us Saturday, May 1 from 10 am-11 am for our first Brunch & Bouquets event. During the event, we will help you create the perfect arrangement for the special Mother figure in your life! The event will be held at The Gaines Estate in Fayetteville. Space is limited. The ticket price is $50 and includes materials to create your arrangement, a demonstration on flower arranging plus brunch snacks and beverages. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and mask are required to participate

JOB FAIR ADVENTURES ON THE GORGE

SATURDAY, MAY 1ST 10AM-2PM

147TH DERBY DAY AT MAGGIE’S PUB

SATURDAY MAY 1, 4PM

It’s that time of year again! Who do you have as your favorite horse to win it all? Join us at Maggie’s, dress to the 9’s, wear your biggest Derby hat and enjoy some awesome free Hor d’oeuvres as we watch the greatest 2 minutes in sports history! Then stay after that for the DJ and dance party. Hope to see everyone for the 147th race at the amazing Churchill Downs! CHEERS!

Freefolk Fire Festival

SATURDAY MAY 11PM-9PM AT THE FREEFOLK BREWERY

First Annual Freefolk Fire Festival! We’ll have our courtyard decked out in flowers, and we will be celebrating spring! Great beer! Live music! Dancing! Good food! Then, the Green Man and the Goddess of Spring will end the night by burning an effigy of old man winter.

THE SECOND ANNUAL RAMP IT UP RAMP FESTIVAL AT ACE RESORT

SATURDAY MAY 1 2PM-9PM

The Second Annual Ramp It Up! Ramp Celebration in the Lost Paddle at ACE Adventure Resort celebrates a regional culinary delicacy and the coming of Spring in the West Virginia Mountains. Join us for a ramp-focused dining experience including traditional ramp dishes and contemporary ramp explorations. Menu items to include Wood-Fired Ramp & Potato Pizza, Ramp O’roni Rolls, Ramp Quiche, Ramp Meatloaf & more.New for 2021, ACE will feature Guest Chefs – The event will be open for staff to create their own ramp recipes-ACE will provide the ingredients and the kitchen space while ACE Staff members, many who have been cooking with ramps for decades, show off their cooking skills.

Unapologetically Appalachian Opening Reception

TOMORROW AT 4 PM – 8 PM

Opening reception for the upcoming exhibition Unapologetically Appalachian showcases the works of different Appalachian artists.“Unapologetically Appalachian” sheds light on the diversity and skill that is influenced and created by Appalachian artists. Contemporary artists are taking back Appalachia as we know it.Join us at the Love Hope Center for the Arts Gallery for drinks, snacks, and art!Masks are required to enter the facility

Nolan Taylor with special guest James Reed at OUr House Grill & Pub

SATURDAY MAY 1 5 PM – 8 PM

SUNDAY

Community Cleanup in partnership with the New River Humane Society

Sunday May 2 10am-12pm

Join us for a Community Cleanup on Sunday, May 2nd from 10am-12noon cleaning up Fayette County Park Road. This road goes by the Fayette County 4-H Park and the New River Humane Society. Help us clean it up and make it more beautiful! Trash bags & gloves will be provided. Details on where to park to come!

Women’s Group Ride at the Bike Farm

SUNDAY AT 5 PM – 7:30 PM

We are excited to announce our Weekly Women’s Group Ride will be on Sundays!Sundays at 5 pm, Erin Larsen and Sarah Coffey will be leading a beginner to intermediate ride for women who are looking to ride with other women, explore the Arrowhead Trails with a group, and have a good time!Meet at the Bike Farm at 5:00. The length of the ride will depend on the group but will range from 6-8 miles.
Come join the awesome community of women riders in the NRG! 

Fayetteville Bike/Walk with the Mayor

TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2021 AT 5 PM

May is National Bike Month and the Town of Fayetteville invites you to celebrate!Join Mayor Cruikshank and members of Fayetteville Town Council at the Fayetteville Town Park on May 5th at 5pm.Bring your bike or come out for a walk. You’ll have options to bike or walk the Fayetteville Fitness Trail (a paved 1 mile loop) or the Fayetteville Park Trail (approximately 1 mile wooded trail).This is a great chance to get active AND get to know your local representatives in an informal setting.For other ways to celebrate Bike Month with Fayetteville, check out our Bike Month Challenge event here, taking place all month long. Participate and earn a chance to win prizes!
https://fb.me/e/1j27fz71qThis event is made possible by the Town of Fayetteville, Active Southern West Virginia, and the Fayetteville Bicycle Pedestrian Action Committee.

Fayette County Earth Day Celebration

April 1-30

Month Long Celebrations

Join us for a county-wide Earth Day celebration, celebrating all month long. There will be an Earth Day photo scavenger hunt with photo-op stops in communities spread across the county through the month of April. Participants will have a chance to score prizes from Fayette County businesses for participating in the hunt. Click the link below to download a checklist for all the stops. In addition to the county-wide scavenger hunt, there will be fun ways to celebrate Earth Day throughout the month of April with tree plantings, activities, clean-ups, and more going on throughout Fayette County. 

FAYETTE-COUNTY-EARTH-DAY Scavenger Hunt Checklist Download