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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's First Friday
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFayetteville First Fridays are back starting in June\, but the format is going to look a bit different. \nThis 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 monthly experience throughout the summer—bringing together local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, vendors\, and the community. \nThis event will be art walk style through town! \n\nActivities will be spread throughout the town\nCourt Street remaining open to traffic to allow for more parking and less congestion\nVendors will pair up with businesses and fill parking lots and outdoor spaces across town\nMore opportunities for collaboration between businesses\, musicians\, artists\, and vendors\n\nIf your business is interested in participating in any way\, please head to the link below for more information and to fill out a short form:\nFayetteville First Fridays – Business Interest Form 2026\nFayetteville First Fridays- Vendor Form 2026 \n\n  \n\nPick up a Fayetteville First Friday postcard and you can earn prizes for supporting our local makers and bakers! Turn your card in at the Fayetteville Visitor Center drop off box by the visitor center door by 8pm on Friday\, June 5th.\n\n\nHOW TO PLAY: FIRST FRIDAY POSTCARD\n\n\nExplore Fayetteville First Friday\, support local\, and get entered to WIN PRIZES!\n\n\nGrab a First Friday postcard from a participating business that’s open late or from a First Friday vendor.\n\n\n Make your rounds!\nStop by participating businesses and vendors and get an initial or check mark at each stop.\n\n\n Make a purchase = get a GOLD STAR!\n\n\nBONUS ENTRIES: Collect 3 GOLD STARS and you’ll get 5 EXTRA ENTRIES into the prize drawing!\n\n\n TURN IN YOUR CARD:\nDrop your completed postcard in the First Friday box at the Fayetteville Visitor Center\, 162 S. Court St. The box will be right by the front door!\n\n\nNo purchase is necessary to participate — but those gold stars give you extra chances to win.\n\n\n\n\n\nWalkable Order\nSeptember First Friday Vendors:\nAri’s House Vintage – Simply Crafty\nEnjoyed Again/ Family Court – Vintage Treasures & Glassically Groovy\nTom Fast Law- Pete’s Smoke Club BBQ\nWater Stone Outdoors-\nTown Hall- Fayetteville Women’s Club\nCourthouse Lawn- Kids games and activities\, Mountain State Montessori\, Wyred in Design\, Love Hope Center for the Arts Everwild\nENRG Vans- Birdies Pottery\, Cherry River Coffee Roasters\nThe Wild Kind- Open late\, Sam Kruger Paintings\nThe Takeout- Loka Ranga\nWild + Well Market- Just Roll With It\nFayetteville Visitor Center- Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery\n\nBusiness Open Late:\nMayari\nLost Appalachia Trading Co\nWater Stone Outdoors\nNew River Zen\nWild + Well Market\nAce Adventure Gear\nCanary Books\nThe Take Out\nSouthside Junction Taphouse\nand more!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-first-friday/2026-06-05/
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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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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's First Friday
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFayetteville First Fridays are back starting in June\, but the format is going to look a bit different. \nThis 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 monthly experience throughout the summer—bringing together local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, vendors\, and the community. \nThis event will be art walk style through town! \n\nActivities will be spread throughout the town\nCourt Street remaining open to traffic to allow for more parking and less congestion\nVendors will pair up with businesses and fill parking lots and outdoor spaces across town\nMore opportunities for collaboration between businesses\, musicians\, artists\, and vendors\n\nIf your business is interested in participating in any way\, please head to the link below for more information and to fill out a short form:\nFayetteville First Fridays – Business Interest Form 2026\nFayetteville First Fridays- Vendor Form 2026 \n\n  \n\nPick up a Fayetteville First Friday postcard and you can earn prizes for supporting our local makers and bakers! Turn your card in at the Fayetteville Visitor Center drop off box by the visitor center door by 8pm on Friday\, June 5th.\n\n\nHOW TO PLAY: FIRST FRIDAY POSTCARD\n\n\nExplore Fayetteville First Friday\, support local\, and get entered to WIN PRIZES!\n\n\nGrab a First Friday postcard from a participating business that’s open late or from a First Friday vendor.\n\n\n Make your rounds!\nStop by participating businesses and vendors and get an initial or check mark at each stop.\n\n\n Make a purchase = get a GOLD STAR!\n\n\nBONUS ENTRIES: Collect 3 GOLD STARS and you’ll get 5 EXTRA ENTRIES into the prize drawing!\n\n\n TURN IN YOUR CARD:\nDrop your completed postcard in the First Friday box at the Fayetteville Visitor Center\, 162 S. Court St. The box will be right by the front door!\n\n\nNo purchase is necessary to participate — but those gold stars give you extra chances to win.\n\n\n\n\n\nWalkable Order\nSeptember First Friday Vendors:\nAri’s House Vintage – Simply Crafty\nEnjoyed Again/ Family Court – Vintage Treasures & Glassically Groovy\nTom Fast Law- Pete’s Smoke Club BBQ\nWater Stone Outdoors-\nTown Hall- Fayetteville Women’s Club\nCourthouse Lawn- Kids games and activities\, Mountain State Montessori\, Wyred in Design\, Love Hope Center for the Arts Everwild\nENRG Vans- Birdies Pottery\, Cherry River Coffee Roasters\nThe Wild Kind- Open late\, Sam Kruger Paintings\nThe Takeout- Loka Ranga\nWild + Well Market- Just Roll With It\nFayetteville Visitor Center- Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery\n\nBusiness Open Late:\nMayari\nLost Appalachia Trading Co\nWater Stone Outdoors\nNew River Zen\nWild + Well Market\nAce Adventure Gear\nCanary Books\nThe Take Out\nSouthside Junction Taphouse\nand more!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-first-friday/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Downtown Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Beer, wine, cocktails, etc.,Dining / Food,Events,Festival,Kids activity,Music,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's First Friday
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFayetteville First Fridays are back starting in June\, but the format is going to look a bit different. \nThis 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 monthly experience throughout the summer—bringing together local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, vendors\, and the community. \nThis event will be art walk style through town! \n\nActivities will be spread throughout the town\nCourt Street remaining open to traffic to allow for more parking and less congestion\nVendors will pair up with businesses and fill parking lots and outdoor spaces across town\nMore opportunities for collaboration between businesses\, musicians\, artists\, and vendors\n\nIf your business is interested in participating in any way\, please head to the link below for more information and to fill out a short form:\nFayetteville First Fridays – Business Interest Form 2026\nFayetteville First Fridays- Vendor Form 2026 \n\n  \n\nPick up a Fayetteville First Friday postcard and you can earn prizes for supporting our local makers and bakers! Turn your card in at the Fayetteville Visitor Center drop off box by the visitor center door by 8pm on Friday\, June 5th.\n\n\nHOW TO PLAY: FIRST FRIDAY POSTCARD\n\n\nExplore Fayetteville First Friday\, support local\, and get entered to WIN PRIZES!\n\n\nGrab a First Friday postcard from a participating business that’s open late or from a First Friday vendor.\n\n\n Make your rounds!\nStop by participating businesses and vendors and get an initial or check mark at each stop.\n\n\n Make a purchase = get a GOLD STAR!\n\n\nBONUS ENTRIES: Collect 3 GOLD STARS and you’ll get 5 EXTRA ENTRIES into the prize drawing!\n\n\n TURN IN YOUR CARD:\nDrop your completed postcard in the First Friday box at the Fayetteville Visitor Center\, 162 S. Court St. The box will be right by the front door!\n\n\nNo purchase is necessary to participate — but those gold stars give you extra chances to win.\n\n\n\n\n\nWalkable Order\nSeptember First Friday Vendors:\nAri’s House Vintage – Simply Crafty\nEnjoyed Again/ Family Court – Vintage Treasures & Glassically Groovy\nTom Fast Law- Pete’s Smoke Club BBQ\nWater Stone Outdoors-\nTown Hall- Fayetteville Women’s Club\nCourthouse Lawn- Kids games and activities\, Mountain State Montessori\, Wyred in Design\, Love Hope Center for the Arts Everwild\nENRG Vans- Birdies Pottery\, Cherry River Coffee Roasters\nThe Wild Kind- Open late\, Sam Kruger Paintings\nThe Takeout- Loka Ranga\nWild + Well Market- Just Roll With It\nFayetteville Visitor Center- Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery\n\nBusiness Open Late:\nMayari\nLost Appalachia Trading Co\nWater Stone Outdoors\nNew River Zen\nWild + Well Market\nAce Adventure Gear\nCanary Books\nThe Take Out\nSouthside Junction Taphouse\nand more!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-first-friday/2026-09-04/
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SUMMARY:Appalachian Heritage Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Appalachian culture with local food demonstrations\, craft vendors\, storytelling with the National Park Service\, brewery tastings\, and heritage hikes.
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/appalachian-heritage-week/
LOCATION:Adventures on the Gorge\, 401 Ames Heights Rd\, Lansing\, WV\, 25862\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's First Friday
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFayetteville First Fridays are back starting in June\, but the format is going to look a bit different. \nThis 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 monthly experience throughout the summer—bringing together local businesses\, artists\, musicians\, vendors\, and the community. \nThis event will be art walk style through town! \n\nActivities will be spread throughout the town\nCourt Street remaining open to traffic to allow for more parking and less congestion\nVendors will pair up with businesses and fill parking lots and outdoor spaces across town\nMore opportunities for collaboration between businesses\, musicians\, artists\, and vendors\n\nIf your business is interested in participating in any way\, please head to the link below for more information and to fill out a short form:\nFayetteville First Fridays – Business Interest Form 2026\nFayetteville First Fridays- Vendor Form 2026 \n\n  \n\nPick up a Fayetteville First Friday postcard and you can earn prizes for supporting our local makers and bakers! Turn your card in at the Fayetteville Visitor Center drop off box by the visitor center door by 8pm on Friday\, June 5th.\n\n\nHOW TO PLAY: FIRST FRIDAY POSTCARD\n\n\nExplore Fayetteville First Friday\, support local\, and get entered to WIN PRIZES!\n\n\nGrab a First Friday postcard from a participating business that’s open late or from a First Friday vendor.\n\n\n Make your rounds!\nStop by participating businesses and vendors and get an initial or check mark at each stop.\n\n\n Make a purchase = get a GOLD STAR!\n\n\nBONUS ENTRIES: Collect 3 GOLD STARS and you’ll get 5 EXTRA ENTRIES into the prize drawing!\n\n\n TURN IN YOUR CARD:\nDrop your completed postcard in the First Friday box at the Fayetteville Visitor Center\, 162 S. Court St. The box will be right by the front door!\n\n\nNo purchase is necessary to participate — but those gold stars give you extra chances to win.\n\n\n\n\n\nWalkable Order\nSeptember First Friday Vendors:\nAri’s House Vintage – Simply Crafty\nEnjoyed Again/ Family Court – Vintage Treasures & Glassically Groovy\nTom Fast Law- Pete’s Smoke Club BBQ\nWater Stone Outdoors-\nTown Hall- Fayetteville Women’s Club\nCourthouse Lawn- Kids games and activities\, Mountain State Montessori\, Wyred in Design\, Love Hope Center for the Arts Everwild\nENRG Vans- Birdies Pottery\, Cherry River Coffee Roasters\nThe Wild Kind- Open late\, Sam Kruger Paintings\nThe Takeout- Loka Ranga\nWild + Well Market- Just Roll With It\nFayetteville Visitor Center- Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery\n\nBusiness Open Late:\nMayari\nLost Appalachia Trading Co\nWater Stone Outdoors\nNew River Zen\nWild + Well Market\nAce Adventure Gear\nCanary Books\nThe Take Out\nSouthside Junction Taphouse\nand more!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-first-friday/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Downtown Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Beer, wine, cocktails, etc.,Dining / Food,Events,Festival,Kids activity,Music,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260829T182531Z
CREATED:20260829T182531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182531Z
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SUMMARY:Folktober Fest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/folktober-fest/
LOCATION:Freefolk Brewery\, 25385 Midland Trail\, Hico\, WV\, 25854\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Beer, wine, cocktails, etc.,Dining / Food,Events,Festival,Trivia, games, etc.
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ORGANIZER;CN="Freefolk Brewery":MAILTO:freefolkbrew@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20251129T175004Z
CREATED:20251129T175004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T175004Z
UID:10009146-1791590400-1791763199@visitfayettevillewv.com
SUMMARY:8th Annual Thunder in the Mountains Native American Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Come experience\, the culture\, the music\, the food and much much more\, 50/50 drawings\, handmade quilt raffle\, native storytelling\, basketweaving demos\, bring the kids to this educational event.\nFor more info contact: Buddy Aiken\n681 460 1990 or email: wvseneca222@gmail.com
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/8th-annual-thunder-in-the-mountains-native-american-powwow/
LOCATION:Cantrell Ultimate Rafting\, 49 Cantrell Dr\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dance,Dining / Food,Educational,Events,Festival,Kids activity,Music,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20251025T160131Z
CREATED:20251025T160131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T160131Z
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SUMMARY:BRIDGE DAY 2026
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to West Virginia’s largest single-day festival! Every third Saturday in October\, thousands of people gather on the New River Gorge Bridge in Fayetteville\, West Virginia to watch daredevils BASE jump into the Gorge below. You ready? \nThe excitement returns on October 17\, 2026\, as Bridge Day brings adrenaline-pumping action back to the New River Gorge.
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/bridge-day-2026/
LOCATION:New River Gorge Bridge\, U.S. Hwy 19\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Events,Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20251213T161536Z
CREATED:20251213T161536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T161536Z
UID:10009464-1796342400-1796601599@visitfayettevillewv.com
SUMMARY:Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival\nDecember 4–6\, 2026 | Downtown Fayetteville\, WV \nNestled in the picturesque mountains of West Virginia\, Fayetteville’s Gingerbread Festival invites you to step back in time and celebrate the holidays with small-town flair. Each December\, our historic downtown is transformed into a whimsical candy land filled with gingerbread décor\, twinkling lights\, and festive cheer. Escape the hustle and bustle of the season and enjoy a magical holiday getaway with your family. \nCome for the gingerbread\, stay for the holiday magic! Whether you’re joining us for the parade\, shopping for unique gifts\, or savoring gingerbread treats\, the Fayetteville Gingerbread Festival is the perfect way to celebrate the season. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-gingerbread-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Art,Competition, Contest, etc.,Dining / Food,Events,Festival,Kids activity,Music,Shopping,Theater show
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GEO:38.05279;-81.103771
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260808T144844Z
CREATED:20260730T205131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T144844Z
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's Wizard Weekend 2027
DESCRIPTION:Wizards and muggles alike will gather in Fayetteville West Virginia for Fayetteville’s Wizard Weekend January 22-24. Join us to celebrate a magical weekend as Fayetteville transforms into a magical village. The majority of activities will take place outdoors and involve walking around town. Participants will want to check the weather before attending to dress accordingly. This year we will have more self-guided activities where groups can explore things on their own including a wizard-themed scavenger hunt through town. We will have falconry and Roy Moose with the Snakes of West Virginia Presentation\, multiple ticketed feast events\, a yule ball and more! Stay tuned for a full schedule of 2027 events including our annual quidditch tournament\, ticketed feasts\, workshops\, themed crafts and shopping and more! Magic Makers Market Vendors Information Coming Soon!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-wizard-weekend-2027/
LOCATION:Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260808T145157Z
CREATED:20260731T145125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T145157Z
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SUMMARY:Fayetteville's Cryptid Weekend 2027
DESCRIPTION:March 6–7\, 2027 | Downtown Fayetteville & Trails \n \nFayetteville is going full folklore for Fayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend\, March 6–7\, 2027! 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 6\, 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. \nIf you are interested in sponsoring this years event email us info@visitfayettevillewv.com \n  \nFayetteville’s Cryptid Weekend Schedule\nSaturday\, March 6th\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 \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 \n  \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 6th to March 28th. \n\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\, 2027 \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!
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/fayettevilles-cryptid-weekend-wv-2027/
LOCATION:Fayetteville\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Arts and Crafts,Competition, Contest, etc.,Events,Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270502
DTSTAMP:20260829T162846Z
CREATED:20260829T162846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T162846Z
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SUMMARY:New River Birding and Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 of species such as Golden-winged\, Blue-winged\, and Swainson’s Warbler\, as well as the Scarlet Tanager. Our bird and nature watching festival highlights more than 100 bird species and a variety of daily birding tours.
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/new-river-birding-and-nature-festival/
LOCATION:New River Gorge\, Lansing\, WV\, 25862\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Educational,Events,Festival,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="New River Birding & Nature Festival":MAILTO:rachel@birding-wv.com
GEO:37.819752;-81.189445
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270620
DTSTAMP:20260919T142621Z
CREATED:20260919T142621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T142621Z
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SUMMARY:Waynestock Outdoor Adventure and Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Adventure by Day – Live Music at NightHeld in the New River Gorge\, West Virginia
URL:https://visitfayettevillewv.com/event/waynestock-outdoor-adventure-and-music-festival/
LOCATION:Cantrell Ultimate Rafting\, 49 Cantrell Dr\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Beer, wine, cocktails, etc.,Climbing,Dining / Food,Events,Festival,Hiking,Music,Music Festival,Rafting, Kayaking, etc.,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Waynestock Outdoor Adventure and Music Festival":MAILTO:wayne@waynestock.com
GEO:38.016511;-81.059355
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