Welcome, Captain Thurmond’s Racers!!! We have a fun weekend lined up with Captain Thurmond’s Challenge Triathlon, Captain Thurmond 5k, and Thurmond Triathlon.
Friday
Chakra Girls Sacred Circle
6pm-8pm
You will not want to miss this multi-sensory exploration of the chakra system!
You are invited to join Brenda Jean Helms, E-RYT , YACEP, on an insightful
journey of the seven chakras with music, candlelight, aromatherapy, crystals, and a guided meditation through the rainbow of colors!
This experiential workshop will end with a special tea service and a chakra girls sacred circle.
Each participant will receive a take-home chakra kit with lots of goodies!!
LIMITED TO TEN STUDENTS
*please pay in advance to hold your spot*
Mama Said String Band at The Rendevous River Lodge
8pm–11pm
Louisville, KY’s Mama Said String Band make their Rendezvous River Lodge debut on Friday, August 6th for two sets! Music starts at 8 pm, FREE show!–A four-piece collection of songwriters, David O’Neal, Taylor Shuck, Katie “Didit” Caudill, and Kaitlen Farmer, is Mama Said String Band. Based out of Louisville, KY and established in 2016, Mama Said String Band brings a refreshing reinvention to sounds once forgotten. Individually, each member’s background spans multiple cultures, genres, and styles. Together, they draw influences from Bluegrass, Folk and Americana while focusing on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation to build an eclectic, eurythmic melody and tactfully delivered message.https://mamasaidstringband.com/
Saturday
Catptain Thurmond Fun Run 5k
8am
On August 7th, come run/walk a 5k or 2k and stay to cheer on the Captain Thurmond Challenge triathletes! 100% of the proceeds support the local youth mountain bike team and the trails they ride on.The fun run course leaves the Courthouse and winds through town before bringing you back to finish where you started.Day of registration opens at 7am or sign up early here: https://runsignup.com/…/Fayette…/CaptainThurmond5KFunRun
New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk
9am
Fayette County Farmers Market
Wiseman Ave. Courthouse Parking Lot beside Court House
8am-12:30
Captain Thurmond’s Challenge
10am
Captain Thurmond’s Challenge is held in the center of beautiful downtown Fayetteville, WV & is an extreme triathlon consisting of 28.5 miles of the most extreme Mountain Biking, White Water and Running in the state and some would say the East Coast. Participants can register to compete as part of Raft Team, a Relay Team, or in the Solo Division.If you’re looking for teammates or are concerned about the White Water leg of this race, we encourage you to contact us and we will be happy to help you assemble a team.This race is part of the New River Gorge Challenge Weekend so pack up the friends and family and head on out for a weekend of racing for every level! In addition to the Captain Thurmond’s Challenge on Saturday, August 7th, 2021, a 5K will also be held in town that morning with proceeds supporting the New River Gorge Learning Co-Op. There is also an awesome FAMILY-FRIENDLY triathlon held Sunday, August 6th in the town of Thurmond, WV, a short drive from Fayetteville.
“Unconventional” Exhibition Opening at Love Hope Center for the Arts
4pm to 8pm
Love Hope Center for the Arts is proud to open the exhibition “Unconventional”. Refreshments will be provided. Craig Philip Debastiani will be performing music from 5 to 6 pm.
Trailer Park Poets at the Chimeny Corner Cafe
6pm-9:30pm
Raya and The Last Dragon Movie Night Destination Downtown Oak Hill at the Lively Amphitheater
8:30pm
Long ago, in the fantasy world of Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together in harmony. However, when sinister monsters known as the Druun threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, those same monsters have returned, and it’s up to a lone warrior to track down the last dragon and stop the Druun for good.the movie starts at dusk
Sunday
New River Yoga at Adventures on The Gorge Pool Desk
9am
Thurmond Triatholon
The Town of Thurmond is making plans to hold the Thurmond Triathlon, a beginner triathlon, on Sunday, August 8, 2021. The beginner triathlon will take place in Thurmond and is open to anyone 7 years of age and older. Individuals, duos or families will bike from the Historic Thurmond Depot 2 miles to Stone Cliff where they will then paddle 1.5 miles to the Dun Glen Day Use area. From there contestants will run a two mile loop around the Historic Town of Thurmond.
A Tribute to Paul’s WV Jazz ” One For The Road” at Our House Pub & Grill
10:30am-1:30pm
Brunch & Live Music at the Southside Junction Tap House
Enjoy brunch at the Southside Junction Tap House from 12pm-3pm along with $3 mimosas. There will be live music from 2pm-5pm. Join us Sunday, August 8th for LIVE MUSIC with Randy Gilkey, $3 Mimosas, and Brunch Specials!
Chakra Girls Sacred Circle
6pm New River Yoga
$25
You will not want to miss this multi-sensory exploration of the chakra system!
You are invited to join Brenda Jean Helms, E-RYT , YACEP, on an insightful
journey of the seven chakras with music, candlelight, aromatherapy, crystals, and a guided meditation through the rainbow of colors!
This experiential workshop will end with a special tea service and a chakra girls sacred circle.
Each participant will receive a take-home chakra kit with lots of goodies!!
LIMITED TO TEN STUDENTS
Lodging Highlight:Cozy Court Street #2
Perfect location 1 mile from the New River Gorge Bridge in the heart of downtown Fayetteville. Cozy, fully furnished 1 bedroom apartment within walking distance to all town amenities. Make this your home away from home. Off-street free parking, wifi, queen bed, and smart TV. Walk to breakfast at Cathedral Cafe or Wood Iron Eatery and then later walk to dinner at Pies N Pints or Firecreek Ribs & Steaks.
Mark Your Calendars for Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend Nature Festival
We want to invite you to come on an adventure with us and discover all of the nature that Fayetteville has to offer. We are celebrating what makes Fayetteville so wild with a nature festival from August 13th through the 15th. From educational programs designed specifically for youngsters and adults to guided hikes in the New River Gorge along with adventure activities. Fayetteville’s Wild Weekend will offer a variety of activities and workshops for all ages and interests. Come and celebrate the features, creatures, and culture that make Fayetteville the unique place that it is. Stay tuned for schedule updates as more events are finalized. Enjoy activities from nature paddle boarding tours to salamander talks. We will have a nature market and educational booths set up at the Fayetteville Convention and Visitors Bureau. If you would like information on booth space or on the event email us at info@visitfayettevillewv.com or call 304-574-1500. Friday, August 6th is the last day to register for the kids camp. Several of the guided hikes have limited spots and require registration.