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Live Music and Wing Night at Chetty's Pub
2026-05-18 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-25 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-01 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-08 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-15 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-22 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-29 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-06 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Chetty’s Pub, 219 Co Rte 60/5, Lansing, WV, 25938, United States
Join us at Chetty’s Pub for a laid-back evening of great food, drinks, and live music overlooking the New River Gorge.
Wing Night SpecialsFrom 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM, enjoy our Wing Night specials featuring Chetty’s Famous Wings tossed in your favorite sauces. Grab a cold drink, bring some friends, and make it a Monday tradition.
Live MusicFrom 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come early for wings, stay for the music, and enjoy the view. We’ll see you at Chetty’s

Fourth Fridays Live Music at Freefolk Brewery
2026-05-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Freefolk Brewery, 25385 Midland Trail, Hico, WV, 25854, United States

Live Music Series @ Rendezvous!
2026-05-22 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-23 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-29 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-30 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-05 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-06 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-12 20:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-13 20:00 - 23:00 and 9 more dates | Rendezvous River Lodge, 219 Chestnutburg Rd, Lansing, WV, 25862, United States
Rendezvous transforms into the New River Gorge’s go‑to nightlife spot once the sun dips behind the cliffs. Whether you’re winding down after a day on the river or kicking off a weekend escape, Rendezvous delivers a soundtrack that feels like West Virginia—warm, wild, and unforgettable.
Musicians take the stage from 8p – 11p
Join us for yummy grub, cold drinks, and great live music

Fayetteville's First Friday
2026-06-05 20:00 | Downtown Fayetteville, Fayetteville, WV, 25840, United States
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 monthly experience throughout the summer—bringing together local businesses, artists, musicians, vendors, and the community.
This event will be art walk style through town!

Activities will be spread throughout the town
Court Street remaining open to traffic to allow for more parking and less congestion
Vendors will pair up with businesses and fill parking lots and outdoor spaces across town
More opportunities for collaboration between businesses, musicians, artists, and vendors

If 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:
Fayetteville First Fridays – Business Interest Form 2026
Fayetteville First Fridays- Vendor Form 2026

Pick 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.
Walkable Order
August First Friday Vendors:
Ari’s House Vintage – Simply Crafty
Great Googly Moogly- Jennifer Archie’s Coffee Oracle Readings
Enjoyed Again/ Family Court – Vintage Treasures & Glassically Groovy
Tom Fast Law- Pete Angelos Sausages
Water Stone Outdoors- Love Hope Center for the Arts & National Youth Advocacy
Lost Appalachia Trading Co.- Fayetteville Creates
Town Hall- Fayetteville Women’s Club
Courthouse Lawn- Kids games and activities, Mountain State Montessori, Spoonie Magic, Kristianne Creations Crochet, Honeysuckle Hill Nature Center
Canary Books- Open late, Prior to This book accessory vendor
ENRG Vans- My Creative Thoughts, Cherry River Coffee Roasters
The Wild Kind- Open late, Crabtree Bread
The Takeout- Loka Ranga
Wild + Well Market- Sunny June Creations
Fayetteville Visitor Center- Magical Morsels Emporium Bakery
Love Hope Center for the Arts-
Business Open Late:
Mayari
Lost Appalachia Trading Co
Water Stone Outdoors
New River Zen
Wild + Well Market
Ace Adventure Gear
Canary Books
The Take Out
Southside Junction Taphouse
and more!
Love Hope Center for the Arts is hosting an evening of artwork, storytelling, and landscapes inspired by the New River Gorge from Kat Von Hacke.

Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival & 4th of July Celebration
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-04 | Fayetteville, Fayetteville, WV, 25840, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in America’s Coolest Small Town!

This 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.
Escape 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.
One 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!
We’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.
Throughout 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.
Take 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.
Join us as we celebrate 250 years of American independence and the traditions that make small towns like Fayetteville such special places to gather.
Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby
Start 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.
Participants will construct their own racers, though a limited number of loaner cars may be available to rent for $10.
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Freedom 250 Online Sponsorship Form
Who 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.
Safety 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.
Race Registration
Prizes:
Youth
1st Place – $250
2nd Place- $100
3rd Place- $75
Adult
1st Place- $250
2nd Place – $100
3rd Place- $75
Paint & Polish – $250
Thank you to our generous Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby Sponsor!

Fayetteville’s 250th Celebration Heritage Festival & 4th of July Decorating Contest
Help 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.
Deck 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.
Prizes:• Best Residential Display: $250• Best Business Display: $250
Registration Deadline: June 30
Register Here or pick at a form at the Fayetteville Town Hall.
Vendor Information
We 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.
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Thursday, July 2nd Festivities
Fayette County Community Chorus Concert & Historical Perspective with Danny Wright at the Fayette County Courthouse Main Courtroom
1:30pm
Opening Reception for Carl & Friends 2026 Stained Glass Exhibit & Cook Out at the Love Hope Center for the Arts
6:00pm
Join 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!
Friday, July 3rd Festivities
Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby
Snag 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!
Location: Hill off Maple Ave close to the Courthouse and Fayetteville Baptist Church
Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm
Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom 4th of July Parade- Downtown
Join 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.
The 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.
Spectators 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.
Cash prizes will be awarded for:• Best Float- $250• Best Decorated Bike $250 • Best Decorated Side-by-Side $250
Location: Starts at Fayetteville PK-8 and travels down Maple Ave ending at the Fayette County Courthouse
Time: Lineup at Fayetteville PK-8 at 4:00pm, parade starts at 5:00pm
Bring your patriotic pride and help us celebrate 250 years of freedom in America’s coolest small town!
Parade Registration
Old Fashioned Cake Walk & Youth Cookie Walk- Downtown

Step 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.
For 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.
Bring the whole family and enjoy this classic small town tradition as part of Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival and 4th of July festivities!
Location: Court St. in front of the stage
Time: Following the parade
Saturday, July 4th Festivities
Fayette County Farmers Market 4th of July Event
The 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.
Location: Fayette County Courthouse Parking lot off Wiseman Ave
Time: July 4th 8:00am-1:00pm
Patriotic Pet Contest – Town Park
Dress 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.
Location: First Ballfield at Charlie McCoy Town ParkTime: July 4th at 3:30 PMNo registration required, just show up and join the fun!
Please 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.
Bring your patriotic pup (or pet!) and celebrate Independence Day with a little star-spangled cuteness!
Prizes:
1st Place $100
2nd Place $75
3rd Place $50

Fayetteville’s 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest- Town Park

Join 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.
Location: Infront of shelter 1 at the Charlie Mccoy Fayetteville Town Park
Time 3:00pm
Register
Thank you to our generous Hot Dog Eating Contest sponsors Fayetteville’s Ginos Pizza & Spaghetti House and Tudor’s Biscuit World!
Fireworks Shuttle Service
Getting 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!
Where to Park

Fayetteville’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.
