Join Geologist Ken Ashton, with West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey for a free presentation on West Virginia Geology! The presentation will be held in the North Bend Lodge Douglas Conference Room at 7 p.m. on Friday night, then the next morning at 10 a.m., Aston will lead a hike on the Overlook Trail to […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-man party scene, returns to the Black Bear Grill’s Patio! With his trusty piano in tow, this sensational West Virginia artist is poised to take the stage and deliver a fun, high-energy musical ride that promises […]
Join us at the North Bend Lodge for a fun, interactive performance and a delicious dinner at North Bend State Park. Vic Caputo, the brash new owner of a local vineyard “Dark Ridge Winery,” has developed a new brand of wine, the “Bordeaux-Lisa,” which he believes will revolutionize the wine industry and make him a […]
Tygart Lake State Park welcomes back champion storyteller Bil Lepp! Bil is a nationally recognized humorist, writer, and TV show host who recently hosted the show ‘Man vs. History,’ has been featured 19 times at the National Storytelling Festival, and has received the prestigious Vandalia Award, West Virginia’s highest folklore honor. Bil's show is free […]
This free first person portrayal of Gabriel Arthur is a History Alive! Program of the West Virginia Humanities Council. Doug Wood will portray this character in the Morgan Conference room at Cacapon Resort State Park. This one hour program will include a first person monologue where the character introduces the historical, social, and political issues […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The band called Bicycle is a distinctive and energetic collective originating from the mountains of West Virginia. Uniquely positioning themselves within the music landscape, the group is comprised of passionate mountain bikers who also happen to be accomplished musicians, blending their two worlds into a singular artistic expression. Their signature style […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Join us for an enjoyable evening of music at Pipestem State Park’s Black Bear Patio Stage! Singers, instrumentalists, and songwriters of all skill levels are cordially invited to share their talents in a relaxed, encouraging, and family-friendly atmosphere. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your music, whether you perform traditional […]
Delight your palate and participate in a cherished Summers County tradition at the World Famous First Friday Seafood Buffet. For decades, the Bluestone Dining Room, located within the McKeever Lodge at Pipestem Resort State Park, has captivated guests with one of the most unique and sumptuous seafood buffets in the entire region. This highly anticipated […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage Andrew, a highly respected figure in the Appalachian music scene, has significantly evolved his artistic journey. For seven years, he was the driving force and primary songwriter for the celebrated Appalachian stompgrass band, The Wild Rumpus, a group that gained widespread popularity across the festival, concert, and club circuits. Their extensive […]
Join historian and storyteller Doug Wood as he presents the life of Seneca leader Guyasuta in the mid-1770s. Guyasuta was a prominent leader on the early Western Virginian and Western Pennsylvanian frontier whose fate intertwined with George Washington many times during both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution as both friend and […]
Join us at Cacapon Resort State Park on August 8, at the Cacapon Bath House at 7 p.m. Herps Alive! is an interactive reptile experience, featuring nearly 20 different reptiles which attendees get to touch and hold. Award winning herpetologist Keith Gisser has been presenting reptile programs across the country for over 40 years. He […]
Sturgeon Moon Hike ⛳️Pipestem Championship Golf Course Step into the serene and mysterious world of Pipestem Resort State Park after sundown! Join Pipestem’s dedicated Naturalist Team for a captivating Full Moon Night Hike. The full moon’s natural light offers an extraordinary perspective on the park’s nocturnal life, immersing you in the forest’s sights and sounds […]
Make time for the Rides4Fun Motorcycle weekend getaway package at Pipestem Resort State Park from August 14 to 16, 2026. For more information, contact Pipestem Resort at (304) 466-1800.
📍Whispering Ridge Restaurant 🍸 Social starts at 6 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. 🎟️ Price Per Ticket / All Inclusive: $35 The Whispering Ridge Restaurant is a hidden gem located in the 75 room lodge of Chief Logan State Park, and Chef Mel has put together a menu of locally sourced items that […]
📍Prospects Restaurant Veranda 🗓️ August 23, 2026 🍸 Social starts at 5 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner is at 6 p.m. 🎟️ Price Per Ticket / All Inclusive: $85 A Berkeley Springs favorite, the Prospects Restaurant at Cacapon Resort State Park is presenting its annual Farm to Table dinner in collaboration with local producers such as Mocks […]
West Virginia State Parks, in partnership with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is excited to present the 2026 Farm-to-Table Event Series! This annual tradition highlights the creativity of our state park chefs as they transform fresh, locally sourced ingredients into memorable culinary experiences. Each dinner features a unique theme, setting, entertainment, and menu. One […]
Presented by Three Rivers Avian Center. This program will feature some of West Virginia's most common raptors. Come learn about these amazing creatures, their hunting techniques, and their individual backstories. This program will take place in the Harr Conference Center. Free and open to the public.
Cacapon Resort will host Professional Storyteller Adam Booth on August 29 in the Washington/Fairfax room at 7 p.m. Adam Booth is the 2022 West Virginia Folk Artist of the Year, awarded at the Governor’s Arts Awards. Adam blends traditional mountain folklore, music, and an awareness of contemporary Appalachia to create original, forward-thinking story artistry. As […]
Delight your palate and participate in a cherished Summers County tradition at the World Famous First Friday Seafood Buffet. For decades, the Bluestone Dining Room, located within the McKeever Lodge at Pipestem Resort State Park, has captivated guests with one of the most unique and sumptuous seafood buffets in the entire region. This highly anticipated […]
📍The Overlook Restaurant 🍸 Social starts at 5 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner is at 6:15 p.m. A farm fresh menu and a breathtaking view awaits you at the Overlook Restaurant at Hawks Nest State Park. Start with an appetizer of bacon jelly on cream cheese crostinis, then a simple strawberry spring salad. The main event will […]
📍The Cookhouse Restaurant 🍸 Social Starts at 5:30 p.m. 🍽️Dinner is at 6 p.m. West Virginia State Parks, in cooperation with the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, is pleased to announce the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series! The individual talents of our state park chefs come to life as they craft unforgettable culinary experiences, […]
Mark your calendar now for the 2026 Annual "Very Important Parks Person" (VIPP) Weekend, to be held at Chief Logan State Park! Each year, fellow VIPP members enjoy a weekend full of amazing activities, great entertainment, delicious food, and plenty of time to socialize, relax and kick back. The weekend is slated for Friday, Sept. […]
📍Canaan Lodge – Spruce Room 🗓️ Date Sept. 11, 2026 🍸 Social starts at: 5 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner is at: 6 p.m. 🎟️ Price per ticket / All Inclusive $78 Enjoy a Farm to Table dinner event within the heart of Canaan Valley at Canaan Valley Resort State Park. This locally sourced plated dinner event […]
Join the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society for a weekend of out-of-this-world exploration! Guest speakers from West Virginia University, Marshall University, Shawnee State University and the National Radio Astronomy Observatory will cover astronomical topics for all interest levels during the day, including special interest topics such as astrophotography. Star parties will be held in the evenings […]
📍Harr Conference Center 🍸 Social starts at 5 p.m. 🍽️ Dinner is at 6 p.m. As the autumn colors of Tucker County emerge, there’s not a more beautiful setting than at Blackwater Falls State Park. Join the culinary team of The Smokehouse as they present their 2026 Farm to Table event. Guests will start the […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
National Public Lands Day is a collective act of care that strengthens our connection to the landscape and to each other. Through service and celebration, we acknowledge our place as custodians of these shared treasures, ensuring the American tradition of public lands endures for those who will inherit them. This year, there's even more reason […]
📍The Lodge Restaurant 🍽️ Dinner: 6 p.m. 🍸Social: 5:30 pm Dine with us at Tygart Lake State Park for the 2026 Farm to Table Event Series. Overlooking Tygart Lake, The Lodge Restaurant is a favorite of guests and locals alike. The highly talented culinary team has developed a five-course farm-to-table menu that fuses Appalachian comfort […]
Harvest Moon Hike ⛳️Pipestem Championship Golf Course Step into the serene and mysterious world of Pipestem Resort State Park after sundown! Join Pipestem’s dedicated Naturalist Team for a captivating Full Moon Night Hike. The full moon’s natural light offers an extraordinary perspective on the park’s nocturnal life, immersing you in the forest’s sights and sounds […]
North Bend State Park
Join us at the North Bend Lodge for a fun, interactive performance and a delicious dinner at North Bend State Park. Vic Caputo, the brash...
Tygart Lake State Park
Tygart Lake State Park welcomes back champion storyteller Bil Lepp! Bil is a nationally recognized humorist, writer, and TV show host who recently hosted the...
