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SUMMARY:Club Championship POY Points
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LOCATION:Bridge Haven Golf Club\, 295 Browns Rd\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Club Championship POY Points
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LOCATION:Bridge Haven Golf Club\, 295 Browns Rd\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival & 4th of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in America’s Coolest Small Town! \n \n  \nThis year’s Fayetteville Heritage Festival and 4th of July Celebration is extra special as we join communities across the nation in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. To mark this historic milestone\, Fayetteville is going bigger than ever with two days of patriotic fun\, community traditions\, and exciting new additions on July 3rd and 4th. \nEscape the hustle and bustle and experience the charm of small-town America during one of Fayetteville’s most beloved traditions. Our streets will come alive with festive decorations\, friendly faces\, and activities for the whole family. \nOne of the highlights of the celebration is our 4th of July Parade\, which promises to be bigger and more patriotic than ever. This year we’re raising the stakes with cash prizes for the best floats\, best decorated bikes\, and best decorated side-by-sides\, so start planning your entry and show off your red\, white\, and blue spirit! \nWe’re also excited to bring back a favorite piece of Americana with the Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby\, where racers will take to the hills in homemade gravity-powered cars for a fun and thrilling competition celebrating innovation\, creativity\, and a little friendly rivalry. \nThroughout the festival you’ll find live music\, inflatables\, local crafts\, great food\, and family-friendly games. Bring your furry friend to enter the Patriotic Pet Contest\, try your luck at the old-fashioned cake walk\, or cheer on competitors at the 3rd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest. \nTake time to stroll through downtown Fayetteville\, where quaint shops\, local eateries\, and welcoming businesses create the perfect setting for a classic hometown celebration. As evening falls\, join us for live music and a lively street dance before the festivities conclude with a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the sky over Fayetteville Town Park. \nJoin us as we celebrate 250 years of American independence and the traditions that make small towns like Fayetteville such special places to gather. \nFayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby\nStart your engines (gravity powered\, of course)! We’re thrilled to bring back the Fayetteville Soapbox Derby as part of this year’s celebration of 250 years of America. The Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soapbox Derby invites racers of all ages to build their own gravity-powered cars and race down the hill in this classic\, family-friendly competition. \nParticipants will construct their own racers\, though a limited number of loaner cars may be available to rent for $10. \nFayetteville-freedom-250-rules pdf \nFreedom_250_Sponsorship_Flyer_ \nFreedom 250 Online Sponsorship Form  \nWho Can Race:• Ages 8–99 may race as drivers\, as long as they are able to steer and follow all race rules.• Drivers under 16 must have a Crew Chief who is an active member of their pit crew.• Children ages 3–7 may ride as passengers only in a double-seater car and must ride with a parent\, guardian\, or older sibling driver. \nSafety Requirements:• All car occupants must have their own seat belts and safety equipment and follow all soap box derby rules and requirements. • Waivers are required for all participants.• Drivers under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their waiver before racing.• All race rules apply to drivers and pit crew in both competitive and open classes. \nRace Registration \nPrizes: \nYouth \n1st Place – $250 \n2nd Place-  $100 \n3rd Place- $75 \nAdult  \n1st Place- $250 \n2nd Place – $100 \n3rd Place- $75 \nPaint & Polish – $250 \nThank you to our generous Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby Sponsor! \n \nFayetteville’s 250th Celebration Heritage Festival & 4th of July Decorating Contest\nHelp us celebrate 250 years of America by showing off your patriotic spirit! As part of Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival and 4th of July Celebration\, the Town of Fayetteville is inviting residents and businesses to join our 250th Anniversary Decorating Contest. \nDeck out your home\, storefront\, porch\, yard\, or window in red\, white\, and blue and help turn Fayetteville into a patriotic celebration of America’s 250th birthday. From classic Americana to creative and festive displays\, we can’t wait to see the town shining with patriotic pride. \nPrizes:• Best Residential Display: $250• Best Business Display: $250 \nRegistration Deadline: June 30 \nRegister Here or pick at a form at the Fayetteville Town Hall. \nVendor Information \nWe will have vendors downtown in front of the courthouse on Court Street Friday\, July 3rd and vendors will move to the Charlie Mccoy Town Park on Friday\, July 5th for festivities. If you are interested in becoming a vendor\, you can pick up a form at Fayetteville Town Hall or download a form here. Do not fall for scammers. All payments are made to Fayetteville Town Hall\, and forms get turned into the Fayetteville Town. \n2026-Heritage-Festival-Vendor-Form (1) \nThursday\, July 2nd Festivities\nFayette County Community Chorus Concert & Historical Perspective with Danny Wright at the Fayette County Courthouse Main Courtroom\n1:30pm \nOpening Reception for Carl & Friends 2026 Stained Glass Exhibit & Cook Out at the Love Hope Center for the Arts\n6:00pm\nJoin Love Hope for a celebration of stained glass artistry featuring the work of beloved resident artist and instructor Carl Thompson alongside a talented group of his devoted students. For years\, Carl has shared his passion for stained glass through classes and mentorship\, helping artists of all experience levels discover the beauty\, patience\, and craftmanship required by this century’s old art form. This exhibit showcases not only Carl’s own work\, but also the creativity\, dedication and growth of the students who have learned under his guidance.  There will be a cookout during the reception so come out for the fun! \nFriday\, July 3rd Festivities\nFayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby\nSnag a spot off Maple Ave to see the return of Fayetteville’s Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby Race open to ages 7 and up to participate! \nLocation: Hill off Maple Ave close to the Courthouse and Fayetteville Baptist Church \nTime: 12:00pm-3:00pm \nCelebrating 250 Years of Freedom 4th of July Parade- Downtown \nJoin us in downtown Fayetteville for our Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom 4th of July Parade as we honor America’s 250th anniversary with a patriotic community tradition! This year we’re going all out with festive floats\, decorated bikes\, and creative entries celebrating 250 years of American independence. \nThe parade lineup begins at 4:00 PM at Fayetteville PK-8 Elementary School off Maple Avenue on Friday July 3rd. The parade will travel down Maple Avenue toward the Fayette County Courthouse\, filling downtown with red\, white\, and blue spirit. \nSpectators are encouraged to line Maple Avenue in front of the Memorial Building and along the sidewalks downtown to the light by Fayette County National Bank for the best views of the parade. \nCash prizes will be awarded for:• Best Float- $250• Best Decorated Bike $250 • Best Decorated Side-by-Side $250 \nLocation: Starts at Fayetteville PK-8 and travels down Maple Ave ending at the Fayette County Courthouse \nTime: Lineup at Fayetteville PK-8 at 4:00pm\, parade starts at 5:00pm \nBring your patriotic pride and help us celebrate 250 years of freedom in America’s coolest small town! \nParade Registration \nOld Fashioned Cake Walk & Youth Cookie Walk- Downtown\n \nStep back in time and join us for an Old-Fashioned Cake Walk & Youth Cookie Walk following the parade on Friday\, July 3rd in downtown Fayetteville! The fun takes place in front of Fayetteville Town Hall and the downtown stage on Court Street. \nFor just $1 per ticket\, participants can join the walk. Contestants will circle around numbered stars on the ground while music plays—just like musical chairs! When the music stops\, a number will be called\, and the lucky winner standing on that number will take home a delicious homemade cake or cookies. \nBring the whole family and enjoy this classic small town tradition as part of Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival and 4th of July festivities! \nLocation: Court St. in front of the stage \nTime: Following the parade \nSaturday\, July 4th Festivities\nFayette County Farmers Market 4th of July Event \nThe Fayette County Farmers Market is hosting a special 4th of July market with cornhole\, kids’ games with prizes\, a drawing for a gift basket and live music during the market. \nLocation: Fayette County Courthouse Parking lot off Wiseman Ave \nTime: July 4th 8:00am-1:00pm \nPatriotic Pet Contest – Town Park \nDress your furry friend in their most festive red\, white\, and blue and join us for Fayetteville’s Patriotic Pet Contest during the 4th of July Celebration! Prizes will be awarded for the best patriotic pet. \nLocation: First Ballfield at Charlie McCoy Town ParkTime: July 4th at 3:30 PMNo registration required\, just show up and join the fun! \nPlease plan to arrive early and allow extra time to reach the park\, as parking may be limited on the 4th of July. You may need to park a short distance away and walk to the park with your pet. \nBring your patriotic pup (or pet!) and celebrate Independence Day with a little star-spangled cuteness! \nPrizes: \n1st Place $100 \n2nd Place $75 \n3rd Place $50 \n \nFayetteville’s 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest- Town Park \n \nJoin us for Fayetteville’s 4th of July Hotdog Eating Contest. You can register until spots fill up or come as a spectator to root for our competitors. \nLocation: Infront of shelter 1 at the Charlie Mccoy Fayetteville Town Park \nTime 3:00pm \nRegister \nThank you to our generous Hot Dog Eating Contest sponsors Fayetteville’s Ginos Pizza & Spaghetti House and Tudor’s Biscuit World! \nFireworks Shuttle Service\nGetting to the fireworks is easy! Free shuttle service will run on July 4 from 4:00 PM until after the fireworks\, making it simple to enjoy the celebration without worrying about parking. Shuttles will make continuous loops between Fayetteville PK-8\, Fayetteville Town Park\, the Fayette County Board of Education\, and the Fayette County Courthouse. Park at any shuttle stop\, hop aboard\, and let us take you to the festivities! \nWhere to Park \n \nFayetteville’s Heritage Festival and 4th of July Celebration is one of the busiest days in town and parking can be a challenge. We recommend utilizing the shuttle service for firework night on the 4th of July.  We also recommend considering booking lodging that is downtown so you can walk to all the festivities without the headache of trying to find parking. There is parking off Fayette Ave at the Board of Education and Bus Garage lots\, parking off Wiseman Ave in the courthouse parking lot outside of the farmers market hours. There will also be parking at several local church lots in town.
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LOCATION:Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's Cryptid Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:March 7–8\, 2026 | Downtown Fayetteville & Trails \n \nFayetteville is going full folklore for Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend\, March 7–8\, 2026! Venture into town and the surrounding trails as some of West Virginia’s most legendary cryptids emerge from the shadows. \nSpot familiar Appalachian legends like Bigfoot and Mothman roaming downtown\, popping up along trails\, and making surprise appearances throughout the weekend. Bring your camera and see if you can capture cryptids “in the wild” — wandering through town\, lurking near trailheads\, or blending into everyday Fayetteville life. \nThe weekend kicks off on Saturday\, March 7\, with the opening of a Cryptid Art Exhibition at the Love Hope Center for the Arts\, featuring regional artists inspired by folklore\, myth\, and Appalachian legends. \nThroughout the weekend\, enjoy a Cryptid-themed Art Walk through your favorite Fayetteville businesses\, with special stops\, themed displays\, and surprises along the way. Shops\, galleries\, and community spaces will embrace the strange and unusual as downtown transforms into a playful celebration of West Virginia’s most mysterious creatures. There will also be a cryptid scavenger hunt through town. \nWhether you’re a folklore fan\, an art lover\, a photographer\, or just curious about what goes bump in the woods — Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend is your chance to explore Fayetteville from a whole new perspective. \nPro tip: Keep your camera ready… you never know when a cryptid might appear. \n  \nThank you to our generous sponsor!\nAPPALACHIAN ESCAPES\n \nFayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend Schedule\nSaturday\, March 7th\n11:00am-4:00pm Cryptid Scavenger Hunt – Start by picking up your scavenger hunt list at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n11:00am-4:00pm Junior Cryptozoologist Program – Start by picking up your field guide at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n11:00am-4:00pm Cryptid Crawl Art Walk Vendors \n11:00am-5:00pm Cryptid Crawl Art Walk Trail \n11:00am-6:00pm Cryptid Art Show at Love Hope Center for the Arts \n11:15am-12:00pm Meet & Greet/Q & A with Les O’Dell Big Foot Hunter at Appalachian Ghost Tours Table at Water Stone Outdoors \n12:00pm-1:00pm Appalachian Ghost Tours Paranormal Investigation Location TBA \n12:15pm- 12:45pm Meet & Greet/Q & A with 304Urbexxx at Appalachian Ghost Tours Table at Water Stone Outdoors \n12:30pm- 1:30pm Bigfoot Hunt Led by Les O’ Dell at the Gaines Estate – $5.00 \n1:00pm-1:45pm Meet & Greet/Q & A with Morgan Lambert\, Haunted Content Creator at Appalachian Ghost Tours Table at Water Stone Outdoors \n1:00pm-2:00pm Appalachian Ghost Tours Paranormal Investigation Location TBA \n2:00pm-2:45pm Meet & Greet/Q & A with Theresa Racer\, Theresa’s Haunted History at Appalachian Ghost Tours Table at Water Stone Outdoors \n2:00pm-3:00pm Appalachian Ghost Tours Paranormal Investigation Location TBA \n2:30pm-3:30pm Bigfoot Hunt Led by Les O’ Dell at the Gaines Estate – $5.00 \n3:00pm-3:30pm Cryptid Costume Contest in front of the Fayette County Courthouse \n3:00pm-4:00pm Mothman Felting Workshop at Mountain Magnolia (Ages 10+ due to sharp felting needles) – $25.00 \n3:00pm-4:00pm Appalachian Ghost Tours Paranormal Investigation Location TBA \n4:00pm-6:00pm Ghost Hunt with Appalachian Ghost Tours at the Gaines Estate grounds –  $10.00 \n5:00pm-6:00pm West Virginia Cryptid Talk – Learn about every beast\, monster\, ghoul\, and unidentified critter in the state at Mountain Magnolia (appropriate for all ages) \n6:00pm-7:00pm Bigfoot Hunts Led by Les O’ Dell at the Gaines Estate – $5.00 \n6:00pm-7:00pm WV Cryptids: A Mythic Movement & Mediation Journey at New River Yoga $20.00 \n6:00pm-8:00pm Cryptid Art Show Opening Night Reception at Love Hope Center for the Arts \n7:00pm- 8:30pm Fayetteville Ghost Walk Learn about the haunts and legends of Fayetteville. Meet at Mountain Magnolia – special discount for Cryptid Weekend\, all ages welcome $15.00 \n7:00pm-11:00pm Paranormal Investigation at the Gaines Estate with Appalachian Ghost Tours $20.00 \n7:30pm-11:00pm John Inghram Band with Ryan Brandenburg and Carlise Trash Pile LIVE at The Outpost – New River Gorge Campground – $15.00 \nSunday\, March 8th\n9:00am-10:00am Wings in the Dark at New River Yoga Studios – a vibrational energy workshop – $15.00 \n11:00am-2:00pm Cryptid Scavenger Hunt – Start by picking up your scavenger hunt list at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n11:00am-2:00pm Junior Cryptozoologist Program – Start by picking up your field guide at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n11:00am-4:00pm Cryptid Art Show at Love Hope Center for the Arts \n11:00am-5:00pm Cryptid Crawl Art Walk Trail \n12:00pm-12:30pm Cryptid Pet Costume Contest in front of the Fayette County Courthouse \n12:00pm-4:00pm Mothmanor Open House at 177 High St Fayetteville WV 25840 across Rt 19 taking a right on High Street  \n12:30pm-1:30pm Bigfoot Hunt Led by Les O’ Dell at the Gaines Estate – $5.00 \n2:30pm-3:30pm Bigfoot Hunt Led by Les O’ Dell at the Gaines Estate – $5.00 \nCryptid schedule \n  \nFayetteville’s Participating Cryptid Crawl Art Walk & Cryptid Stops\nAll businesses and vendors listed will be participating on Saturday \n$ fee for workshops/activities/food/merchandise\nR reservations required\n* business will be participating on Sunday \nACE Adventure Gear * – Cryptid fun + Crazy Craft Lady cryptid merch $ \nAmerican Legion – Fright Nights WV will be set up out front along with the Flying Purple People Eater \nAris House Vintage * – Vintage treasures + porch vendors & Holy O’s Food Truck $ \nCathedral Café * – Cryptid-inspired menu specials + Shenandoah Sasquatch located between Very Rare Vintage and Cathedral Café  $ \nD & K Collectibles – Collectibles +Dagwud Crick Apiary $ \nEnjoyed Again * – Cryptid-themed apparel & finds\, children’s cryptid book unveiling! $ \nENRG Vans – Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery $ \nEscape- A- Torium * – WV-themed escape rooms including ScareBnB + Girl Scout Cookies $ * \nFayetteville Visitor Center * – Artist Adam Weaver Appalachian Weird\, Official Cryptid Weekend Posters\, Cryptid Scavenger Hunt Info\, and Junior Crypt Program $ \nFire Creek BBQ & Steaks – Cryptid themed specials and drinks $ \nThe Gaines Estate * – Dining + Appalachian Ghost Tours Bigfoot Hunt & Paranormal Investigations R $ \nGreat Googly Moogly * – Unique finds $ \nThe Hobbit Hole * – Unique treasures $ \nLost Appalachia Trading Co * – Cryptid themed merch + artist Matt Cook $ \nLove Hope Center for the Arts * – Cryptid art show \nMaggie’s Pub – Themed drinks\, author James Alcorn\, Dogman: Untold Cryptic Encounters Dark Encounters Art Studio $ \nMayari * – Tons of cryptid merch $ \nMountain Magnolia Artisan Co-op & Bakery * – WV Cryptid talk\, cryptid merch\, mothman felting workshop\, Ghost Tours\, artist Loka Ranga R $  \nNew River Yoga * – Cryptid themed meditations\, check schedule R $ \nNew River Zen * – Themed cryptid merch + Bob Bragg\, author of “No Direct Evidence: The Story of the Missing Sodder Children” + some of the WV Book Companies Cryptid collection $ \nPies and Pints * – Festival food stop along the crawl $ \nRangefinder Coffee * – Specialty themed drinks brewed for curious travelers $ \nSecret Sandwich Society * – Specialty cryptid cocktails + artist Wild Willow $ \nSouthside Junction Tap House * – Themed drinks + artist Storm Mountain Creations $ \nThe Take Out – Delicious food + Dr. Jekyll’s Institute of Monster Studies pop-up experience $ \nTom Fast Law Office – Conjure Dust Designs $ \nVery Rare Vintage * – Vintage finds $ \nWater Stone Outdoors * – Appalachian Ghost Tours meet & greet table * \nWhitewater Photography- Mike Familant will be set up in the parking lot \nWisteria Gifts – Unique gifts & Bigfoot merch $ \nWood Iron Eatery * – Cryptid themed specials\, cryptid vendors: Pretty Morbid Creations and Outhelia Wildcraft $ \n \n \n  \nmap cryptid \nAdditional Event Information\n  \nCryptid Scavenger Hunt\nMysterious creatures have been spotted throughout downtown Fayetteville… can you find them all? \nJoin the Cryptid Scavenger Hunt\, a self-guided adventure that takes you on a quest through participating locations along the Cryptid Crawl. Search for hidden cryptids\, explore local shops\, and experience the festival in a fun and interactive way for all ages. \nHow It Works: \n\n\nPick up your scavenger hunt tracking sheet at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n\n\nFollow the clues and locate cryptids hidden throughout town \n\n\nMark each discovery as you go \n\n\nReturn your completed sheet to the Visitor Center to receive a small prize (while supplies last) \n\n\nThis activity is self-guided and can be completed at your own pace during Cryptid Weekend — perfect for families\, friends\, and curious explorers. \nJunior Cryptozoologist Program\nCalling all young monster hunters and future scientists! \nThe Junior Cryptozoologist Program invites kids to become official cryptid investigators during Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend. Participants will complete a series of fun\, self-guided challenges designed to encourage observation\, exploration\, and imagination while learning about legendary Appalachian creatures. \nHow to Participate: \n\n\nPick up your Junior Cryptozoologist field guide at the Fayetteville Visitor Center \n\n\nComplete activities and challenges as you explore downtown \n\n\nReturn your completed guide to the Visitor Center for verification \n\n\nThe first 300 youth participants who complete the program will earn an official Junior Cryptozoologist collectible pin! \nDesigned especially for kids and families\, this self-paced adventure turns the entire town into a living classroom of folklore\, creativity\, and discovery. \nCryptid Art Show at Love Hope Center for the Arts \n \nLove Hope Center for the Arts is exhibiting artwork from regional artists inspired by cryptid folklore and Appalachian legends! \nIn participation with Fayetteville’s exciting new Cryptid Weekend\, the Cryptid Art show will run March 7th to March 28th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBigfoot Hunts Led by Les O’ Dell\nJoin us at Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend for BIGFOOT HUNTS led by Les O’ Dell \nOnly $5.00 a person! \nHunt begins at the Gaines Estate \nPurchase tickets at the Appalachian Ghost Tours table or this LINK \n\nDr Jekyll’s Institute of Monster Studies pop-up experience\n \nExplore the monsters of myth\, science\, and local legend in West Virginia’s weirdest museum\, where monsters and science collide. \n\n\n\nGhost Hunt at the Gaines Estate Grounds\nScheduled for Saturday\, March 7th\, from 4 PM to 6 PM\, this event invites participants to delve into the mysteries of the past. For just $10\, attendees can partake in a guided investigation of the estate grounds. \nTickets \n\n\nWV Cryptids: A Mythic Movement & Meditation Journey\nSaturday\, March 7th 6pm-7pm \nStep into the misty mystery of Appalachia for a one-of-a-kind immersive experience: a West Virginia Cryptid Gentle Movement\, Meditation & Sound Journey. In this deeply relaxing and imaginative session\, you’ll be guided through gentle qigong movement\, a vivid forest meditation\, and an extended yoga nidra where you encounter the legendary guardians of the mountains — Mothman\, Flatwoods Monster\, Grafton Monster\, and Sheepsquatch — each offering symbolic wisdom for intuition\, strength\, authenticity\, and inner knowing. As crystal bowls and resonant tones close the evening\, vibration becomes your guide into deep rest\, imagination\, and mythic self-connection. This class is perfect for anyone who loves folklore\, relaxation\, meditation\, or simply wants to explore the unseen landscapes within. Come curious. Leave enchanted. \n\n\nParanormal Investigation at the Gaines Estate\nSaturday\, March 7th 7pm-11pm at the Gaines Estate \nJoin us for the very first paranormal investigation at the Gaines Estate!\nTickets are $20 per person – but here’s the best part…\nIf you have dinner at the restaurant on March 7th\, your investigation is on us and absolutely FREE (and we highly recommend it).\nTo make your dinner reservation\, call (304) 382-7509 and let them know you’d like to reserve for March 7th.\nTickets for the paranormal investigation may only be purchased at this link… Tickets  \n\n\n\n\nWings in the Dark at New River Yoga\nSunday\, March 8th at 9am \nEven in darkness your wings know how to open! Connecting and delving into the collective lower vibrational energies and transmuting the energy to our higher self. using our wings\, rising out of the darkness. Accepting the lower energies and reframing them as a foundation to rise from. Viewing those lower energies from our higher selves. Transmuting our perspective of darkness for good. Shaking\, somatics\, incorporating balance postures and chakra balancing. \n\n\n\nCryptids in the Wild — Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend\nDuring Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend\, legendary creatures will be roaming both downtown and local trails throughout the weekend. Visitors may catch glimpses of Bigfoot\, Mothman\, and other mysterious beings as they explore town — but sightings are never guaranteed! \nCryptids in the Wild \nSome cryptids prefer to stay hidden deep in their natural habitat. These wild cryptids may appear along select trails\, including the Town Park Trail and other locations with  parking access at scheduled times throughout the weekend. \nWild cryptids will be on the move\, so you’ll have to keep watch and try to spot them as you hike. \nFor everyone’s safety and to protect our local trails: \n\n Please remain on marked trails\nDo not leave the trail to approach wild cryptids\n Observe from a respectful distance — cryptids are shy creatures!\n\nTown Cryptids \nNot all cryptids are elusive! Friendly Town Cryptids may wander downtown Fayetteville and occasionally stop for photos\, high-fives\, and memorable encounters. \nExact roaming times and potential sighting areas will be shared closer to the event. \nFollow along for updates: \n\n\nVisit Fayetteville Facebook page \n\n\nVisitFayettevilleWV.com \n\n\nTune in to track where cryptids have recently been spotted — and increase your chances of a legendary encounter! \nSpecial guest appearances by Beckley Mothman and Shenandoahsquatch! \nWhere to Park\n \nWe recommend parking behind the Memorial Building\, in the board of education lot\, bus garage parking lot\, Fayette County Courthouse lot off Wiseman Ave. On Saturday several church parking lots will be available. You can also park at the Charlie Mccoy Park and walk downtown. \nCryptid Creative Writing Contest \n\nCalling all young storytellers\, monster hunters\, and cryptid creators! \nAs part of Fayetteville’s Cryptid Festival\, we invite local students in kindergarten through 12th grade to enter our Cryptid Creative Writing Contest for a chance to win a gift basket filled with goodies and local surprises! Create an original story about your favorite cryptid\, a cryptid encounter or a invent a brand-new cryptid. Stories can be funny\, spooky\, adventurous\, mysterious — or anything your imagination dreams up. Students are encouraged to include illustrations to go along with their stories. \nWho Can Enter? \nLocal students in kindergarten – 12th Grade \n(Winners may be selected by age group depending on submissions.) \nSubmission Deadline: February 28\, 2026 \nHow to Submit: Mail or drop off entries at: \nFayetteville Visitor Center162 S. Court StreetFayetteville\, WV 25840 \nWinners will be announced ahead of the festival and will receive a special cryptid-themed gift basket!
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