April 27 - May 2, 2026 Registration opens in October Since 2002, the annual New River Birding & Nature Festival takes place in and around the New River Gorge National Park & River in the heart of the upland, hardwood forests that Cornell Lab of Ornithology identified as a crucial stopover habitat for the continued survival […]
We're having an interest meeting! Have you been thinking about joining Canyon Rim Rotary Club? Do you have questions about the commitment required? Join us for an interest and informational […]
Artemis Rally 2026 at Expo Adventure April 29-May 2, 2026 We are mixing it up for 2026. Artemis Rally will have it's base bivouac at Ace Adventure Resort in beautiful West Virginia. Artemis Rally 2026 April 29-May 2, 2026 Artemis Rally is celebrating it's fourth year and this time we have something special planned for […]
Welcome to Expo Adventure – Appalachia, nestled in the heart of rugged, breathtaking, West Virginia at America’s newest National Park, The New River Gorge! This isn’t just another expo—it’s an adventure-lover’s paradise, bringing together some of the nation’s most thrilling outdoor enthusiasts and explorers. Dive into an exhilarating weekend packed full of adventure activities including […]
Welcome to the 2026 Whitewater Whirl. Whether you’re a dedicated, would-not-miss-it Whirler or new to the weekend, we look forward to dancing with you! The weekend is held at the Fayette County Park 4-H camp near Fayetteville, WV. Online registration is now open. at https://www.footmad.org/whirl The Bands Louisville-based Hot Coffee Breakdown is one of the most […]
Read more & purchase tickets here Each year, Access Fund unites the passionate leaders of the climbing advocacy community to celebrate our victories and tackle the challenges ahead. We bring together local climbing organizations, land managers, landowners, climbing gyms, gear companies, land trusts, and more to forge the future of climbing. Together, we rally for […]
Come celebrate with me on Friday, May 2nd at 12:00 PM for the official ribbon cutting celebration! The shop is already open, but it’s time to make it official and celebrate the new growing season with the community. To make the day extra fun, I’ll have: A prize raffle Light refreshments FREE gifts for the first 50 customers […]
Save the date and save some animals! Our Derby Day bash is Saturday, May 2! This year, $1 from every pint sold will go to @pawsforpromiserescue. That means you get […]
Ready for a big fun weekend at Charlie's Pub? We're taking bets for bar tabs for the race on Saturday so swing in and pick your pony before the race! […]
Giddy up, folks! Get ready for the most exciting 2 minutes in sports, all for a great cause! Join us on May 2nd for our Kentucky Derby Party Fundraiser to […]
Fred Stalnaker and Evan Hill bring boot stomping bluegrass and outlaw country all across WV! Fireside Jams are our FREE Saturday night music events, held at the heart of the Gorge. Join […]
Mommy & Me Memory Day Our very first special event at The Appalachian Playhouse! A day designed just for you and your littles to slow down, play, and make something meaningful together! Join us for a sweet and simple experience that includes: A Mommy & Me mini photo session with AHD PhotographyA keepsake craft your child […]
Join us here at Maggie's to celebrate Cinco De Mayo! Drink specials all night ANNNND it is to celebrate the one and only Laken Bone for her birthday! Will have a DJ with karaoke and RU's will be here bringing all the delicious Peruvian food with a Mexican twist! CHEERS!
WIP is back! Bring your song, poem, story or prose to share in front of a kind, unbiased audience. The first Works In Progress of the season is on November 6th at 7pm!
(Not) Work Week is NRAC’s largest volunteer-led trail-building project of the year! This annual week-long stewardship project is dedicated to preserving the places we love while building community and inspiring future action. See the most up-to-date information on NRAC’s Website
Run, Wag & Play the Day Away 🐶 Celebrate the season of renewal with your four-legged best friend at ACE Adventure Resort’s Dog Days of Spring! On Saturday, May 9, […]
Join us for the Bark Bash 5K, a tail-wagging good time at ACE Adventure Resort on May 9, 2026! This fun, pet-friendly run invites dog lovers and their furry friends to hit the scenic trails together. Whether you’re a serious runner or just looking for a lighthearted stroll with your pup, the Bark Bash 5K […]
Come on out and spend the day with us! We’ve got a wonderful lineup of local vendors all set up and ready to welcome you. Take your time, stroll around, […]
Gripped Fitness is hosting their first competition! New River Ruckus Climbing Competition May 9thOpen to members & non-members All levels. Good people. A full day of climbing. Sign up today with the link https://app.rockgympro.com/b/widget/?a=offering..
In order to support this local non-profit that serves kids in our community we will be set up for our first annual Whispering Waters Homestead plant sale at Coda's Community […]
Join us for Spring Fling at New Roots Community Farm — a free, family-friendly celebration of the season! Enjoy kids activities, spring workshops, a local vendor market, live music, and more as we welcome warmer days on the farm. 🌱
Next Stop! - A Comedy Show Near You! Join us at Handle Bar + Kitchen @ Arrowhead Bike Farm for a brand new line-up of comedians every time! Next Stop Comedy brings top stand-up comedians to your favorite local venues! Each show features a novel line-up with acts seen on TV and heard on your […]
GROOVE IN THE GORGE MUSIC SERIES An evening with Maggie Baugh with special guest Madison Hughes An evening of incredible music from two unforgettable artists showcasing Country and Americana sound with beautiful vibes in the air, camping, food trucks, local brews, and art vendors — all while dancing and getting groovy under the stars. Date: […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Love Hope Center for the Arts is turning 5! Join us Friday, May 15 at 6pm as we celebrate five incredible years of art, community, and also welcome Sally Wendt as our new Executive Director! Come enjoy refreshments, connect with friends, and celebrate the future of Love Hope Arts with us. We can’t wait to […]
A touring Multi instrumental sonic artist. Something you need to see. MATT VENUTIis a multi-instrumentalist and "sound alchemist" whose performances create a sonic portal for connection and wonder. A master of rare and highly expressive acoustic and electronic instruments, Matt was a pioneer in introducing the world to the Electronic Valve Instrument (EVI) and the […]
New River Rush in New River Gorge, West Virginia, is designed for all ability levels. You’ll explore the stunning New River Gorge National Park and surrounding areas by mountain bike, trekking, and guided whitewater rafting. Our river segment will feature multiple rapids sections of the New River. Additionally, racers will encounter scenic overlooks, historical landmarks, […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
FOODIE TRUCK FEST May 16 11AM–6PM Join us for a full day packed with:- Vendors-ANY & ALL Food Trucks (meals, sweets, drinks & more!)- Live Music bringing the vibes all day long Come hungry and ready to try a little bit of everything! From savory bites to sweet treats, there’ll be something for every craving. Grab your […]
Celebrate the 15th edition of The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in Fayetteville, WV, on Sunday the 17th of May, 2026! Register to join an event like no other with over 1000 cities around the world riding on the same day in support of men's mental health and prostate cancer research. Join hundreds of thousands of dapper […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Women on the Water 3-day Rowing Clinics Pricing – $650/person3-person minimum to open, 9-person maximum capacity Are you looking to develop your skills on the oars surrounded by women who want to do the same thing? Our Women on the Water 3-day Rowing Clinic is just what you need! Whether you are a brand-new rafter […]
New River Farm Fresh Market is Coming! Join us starting May 19th for the kickoff of the New River Farm Fresh Market! The market will run every Tuesday from 12 PM – 7 PM through August 25th. Opening Day Special (May 19th):The LUCUS Bus will be on-site offering lung cancer screenings to those who qualify. […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Kick up your heels and go buck wild this holiday weekend as Virginia's best Line Dancing DJ and Instructors take over The Red Dog River Saloon & Grill for a rowdy boot scootin' shindig! Memorial Day Whitewater Rafting Packages are on tap, as well as local brews, specialty cocktails and yummy Pub Grub. * Learn […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
New River Farm Fresh Market is Coming! Join us starting May 19th for the kickoff of the New River Farm Fresh Market! The market will run every Tuesday from 12 PM – 7 PM through August 25th. Opening Day Special (May 19th):The LUCUS Bus will be on-site offering lung cancer screenings to those who qualify. […]
2026 West Virginia Charity Ride Benefiting North Central West Virginia Honor Flight May 28th to 31st 2026 Cost: $10 per person, per day Join us for an unforgettable wagon wheel–style ride, with all proceeds supporting our Veterans! Lodging Location: Adventures on the Gorge(Reservation link will be posted below)WV Charity Ride May 28th to 31st starting […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Come hang at Freefolk for a yard sale/yard games/fundraiser situation for Fayetteville Pride There’ll be drinks , yard games , gently used treasures , and probably at least a few things you didn’t know you needed until you saw them. All of it is to help fund Fayetteville Pride Summer Camp so come poke around, grab something weird, play […]
2026 West Virginia Charity Ride Benefiting North Central West Virginia Honor Flight May 28th to 31st 2026 Cost: $10 per person, per day Join us for an unforgettable wagon wheel–style ride, with all proceeds supporting our Veterans! Lodging Location: Adventures on the Gorge(Reservation link will be posted below)WV Charity Ride May 28th to 31st starting […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
2026 West Virginia Charity Ride Benefiting North Central West Virginia Honor Flight May 28th to 31st 2026 Cost: $10 per person, per day Join us for an unforgettable wagon wheel–style ride, with all proceeds supporting our Veterans! Lodging Location: Adventures on the Gorge(Reservation link will be posted below)WV Charity Ride May 28th to 31st starting […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
2026 West Virginia Charity Ride Benefiting North Central West Virginia Honor Flight May 28th to 31st 2026 Cost: $10 per person, per day Join us for an unforgettable wagon wheel–style […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
New River Farm Fresh Market is Coming! Join us starting May 19th for the kickoff of the New River Farm Fresh Market! The market will run every Tuesday from 12 PM – 7 PM through August 25th. Opening Day Special (May 19th):The LUCUS Bus will be on-site offering lung cancer screenings to those who qualify. […]
Mountain Music Festival 2026 – Where Adventure Meets the Stage! Get ready to return to the mountaintop June 4th–6th, 2026 as Mountain Music Festival takes over ACE Adventure Resort in the New River Gorge National Park, for three unforgettable days of live music, camping, art, and outdoor adventure! This isn’t just a music festival—it’s a […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Fayetteville First Fridays are back starting in June, but the format is going to look a bit different. This year, the Fayetteville First Friday Committee is expanding the event footprint to better highlight the full downtown Fayetteville district and encourage visitors to explore multiple blocks and businesses. Their goal is to create a lively, walkable […]
Embark on an exhilarating journey through the stunning landscapes of Wolf Creek Trails in Fayetteville, WV. We invite you to the Howlin’ Trails 5K/10K at Wolf Creek powered by Active SWV Races. […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
O’Kill Con is coming to West Virginia! Get ready for the ultimate horror convention when O’Kill Con takes over the New River Conference Center in Oak Hill, WV on June 6th, 2026! What to expect:• Tons of horror-themed vendors• Food trucks all day• Live music• Family-friendly activities• A full day of terror & fun for […]
Join us for over 150 unique vendors including live entertainment! This event is held on a handicapped accessible, pedestrian friendly, paved trail located in Oak Hill, WV! Adjacent to the New River Gorge National Park! Enjoy a Fun Filled Day for the Whole Family! An email will been sent to last year's vendors to be […]
Love Hope Arts is excited to host “Aqueous 2026,” the National Juried Exhibition presented by the West Virginia Watercolor Society! Opening Friday, May 15, this juried exhibition features outstanding watercolor work by 22 artists, with artist Lotus MacDowell serving as juror. A closing reception and awards ceremony will be held June 27, where honors including […]
Ready to refresh your wardrobe without spending a dime—or hurting the planet? We’ve teamed up with the Marshall University Southern Coalfields Alumni & Big Green Club to host a Spring/Summer […]
Allan has been an ASCAP member since 1989 and has had hundreds of songs published. He has been a content provider for various TV shows and commercials, including the hit TV series Barnwood Builders, where he was also a music consultant for the first two seasons. He has played on various stages over the years […]