Events

Join Three Rivers Avian Center Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 9:00am to 5:00pm for this free family friendly event celebrating the return of our Springtime birds and the West Virginia ecosystems they live in. Migration Celebration is one of many events that make up Spring Fling, coordinated by the National Park Service.  Three Rivers Avian […]

Birds, Neotropical Migrants of the New River Gorge is a Spring Fling activity! Hike the Fisherman’s Trail at Hawks Nest Lake in search of spring’s migrating birds. See neotropical migrants that use this rich habitat for breeding and also as a stopover on their way to breeding grounds farther north. Bring binoculars if you have […]

Meet and visit with renowned birder and photographer Joey Herron.  He will have some of his best photography for sale, along with his book and wildlife photos at Prickett's Fort State Park on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Located at the Visitors Center this event is free to attend and open to the public from 10:00AM […]

Mother’s Day Weekend at Blackwater Falls State Park is a lovely setting for dining out with special gals in your life and family on Sunday, May 14, 2023. The buffet features Baked Potato Soup, a lovely salad bar, Smoked Salmon, Chicken Francese w/ Lemon Butter, Smoked Pork Loin, Vegetable Lasagna, Savory House Made Pot Roast, […]

Mother’s Day dining special at Twin Falls Resort State Park sells out quickly. Diners at Twin Falls Restaurant enjoy a plated and served meal on Sunday, May 14, 2023. This year’s Mother’s Day special is a choice of two entrees with two sides and a free dessert. The entrees this year are homemade Chicken and […]

Treat the mothers in your life to a relaxing, lakeside dining experience, as well as some leisurely outdoor recreation, Sunday, May 14, 2023 as Stonewall Resort hosts a lavish Mother’s Day brunch and dinner service. The Mother’s Day brunch and dinner, to be held in Stillwaters Restaurant, will include a delicious array of culinary treats […]

Brunch begins at 10:00AM on Mother’s Day and continues into the afternoon on May 14, 2023. Dine early and enjoy the park after a great meal. You’ll find entrees from breakfast to dinner on this grand buffet at Pipestem Resort State Park in the Bluestone Dining Room. Add-on a Traditional Mimosa or Hawaiian Mama Mimosa […]

Treat Mom and special gals in your life to a Mother’s Day Buffet at North Bend State Park on Sunday, May 14, 2023. An extra treat is live music in the lodge lobby by Johnny Staats. This special meal day is available from 11:00AM - 4:00PM. This year’s Mother’s Day buffet menu includes Steak Tips […]

Mother’s Day Buffet, Sunday May 14, 2023 at Chief Logan Lodge, is from noon until 3:00 PM. Today is a day for Mom and special ladies to take a break from cooking and baking and enjoy favorite entrees that everyone enjoys. This buffet features Chicken, Baked Steak, Broccoli Fettuccini Alfredo, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, assorted […]

Enjoy a great meal at Cacapon Resort State Park restaurant on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023. The new restaurant and decor adds to the occasion. Sunday buffet on Mother’s Day is from Noon until 6:00 p.m. and reservations are strongly recommended. Buffet includes these tasty entrees and sides:Roast Pork Loin with Rosemary and Sage, […]

Wings, Wildflowers, and Whatever Hike is a Spring Fling activity! Join in on this mini bioblitz. It will be an easy to moderate hike around Hawks Nest State Park, looking for wildflowers, birds, and other intriguing flora and fauna encountered along the way. Bring binoculars if you have them, water/snacks, and sun protection. Closed toed […]

Youth Fishing Day returns to Cacapon State Park. The event will be in the upper lake at Cacapon on May 20, 2023. Bring your own fishing poles and bait. Compete in your age category for prizes. Full details and age divisions will be added as plans are completed. This is a tremendous event for youth […]

The Eagle Point Trail officially opens at Bluestone State Park on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Find Naturalist Jonathan Lipscomb at the overlook located along the park road between the main entrance and the office at 9:00 a.m. for a guided hike. The trailhead begins a short distance away. This is a new trail and is […]

Come out and tour the fort and smell the food cooking over an open hearth, the way food was prepared during the colonial period of our history. Recipes will be available upon request. Regular admission applies. This activity is at Prickett’s Fort State Park on Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 11:00AM - 2:00PM If you're […]

Learn about the Blennerhassett Estate Gardens and Grounds during this outdoor tour on Blennerhassett Island on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 1:00p.m. Besides its beautiful island Mansion, what was the Blennerhassett Estate really like? During this tour of the grounds, participants will learn what gardens and other period buildings existed as a part of the […]

Race #4 of the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association series is scheduled at Kanawha State Forest. The Black Bear 40K is a cross-country mountain bike race set for May 21, 2023 All information, start times, maps, race categories, participation fees, and registration are posted on https://wvmba.com/event/wvmba_blackbear/20230421

Celebrate the first of five Art on the Island painting parties with an amazing poppy painting, justin time to represent Memorial Day. Art on the Island-Poppy is on Sunday, May 21, 2023. Take the noon boat, bring or buy somesnacks on the Island, and let's paint this oversized acrylic flower together on a gallery wrappedcanvas. […]

Celebrate the first Art on the Island painting parties with an amazing poppy painting, just in time to represent Memorial Day. Art on the Island Poppy is on May 21, 2023. Take the noon boat, bring or buy some snacks on the Island, and let's paint this oversized acrylic flower together on a gallery wrapped […]

Enjoy nature based activities at Blackwater Falls, May 25 - 27, 2023. All Activities meet at Harold Walters Nature Center at the park unless the description has another meeting location. THURSDAY, May 25, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.Creature Feature: Opossum & CraftLet’s learn about our only marsupial then create a craft. […]

ArtSpring in Tucker County is May 26 - 28, 2023. A variety of activities and events are planned in Thomas, Davis, Canaan Valley and Parsons, West Virginia. Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls State Park, Friday, May 26, 2023. Friday, May 26, 20232:30 p.m.Butterflies and "stained glass" Wings CraftJoin the staff to hear about our […]

Farm-to-Table at Hawks Nest State Park takes a twist in 2023. with a Friday cocktail social and Saturday Farm-to-Table meal.  The Vagabond Chef Matt Welsh is preparing cocktails and our Farm-to-Table meal to create an extraordinary Memorial Weekend event at Hawks Nest. Friday, May 26, 2023 features a Meet & Greet cocktail social from 6:30 […]

ArtSpring in Tucker County is May 26 - 28, 2023. A variety of activities and events are plannedin Thomas, Davis, Canaan Valley and Parsons, West Virginia. Enjoy these activities atBlackwater Falls State Park, Sunday, May 28, 2023. Sunday, May 28, 202311:00 a.m.Oh, honeybee! and Candle CraftJoin the staff to discover the life of our state […]

Memorial Weekend at Beech Fork State Park is brimming with activities and fun. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, particularly the Birds of Prey Programs offered two times on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Your host is Terry Watkins, Summer/Master Naturalist. Friday, May 26, 20238:30 amMorning Bird WalkGrab your binoculars and camera and […]

Three’s Company Blues is live music at Canaan Valley on May 26, 2023. Mountain Music Friday Series returns to Canaan Valley Resort in 2023. Live music is slopeside at Quenchers Plaza is from 6:00-9:00 PM. Free concert and open to the public. Sunset scenic chairlift rides are available with ticket purchase in Quencher’s Pub. Pub […]

ArtSpring in Tucker County is May 26 - 28, 2023. A variety of activities and events are planned in Thomas, Davis, Canaan Valley and Parsons, West Virginia. Enjoy these activities at Blackwater Falls State Park, Saturday, May 27, 2023. Saturday, May 27, 202311:00 a.m.Shaving Cream ArtEnjoy this "hands on" activity of creating vibrant swirls by […]

The 20th annual Engines and Wheels Festival at North Bend State Park is scheduled on May 27, 2023. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend. Discover the history and fascination of machines and equipment that operate by engines and wheels. Enthusiasts will be on hand to share their knowledge of the equipment and the mechanisms that […]

Live birds of prey at Beech Fork State Park are presented by the Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. The educational birds are a great opportunity to learn what birds say "who cooks for me, who cooks for you all?" as well as meeting other raptors. This afternoon […]

The place to be is the Pipestem Amphitheater on Saturday, May 27, 2023 for live music by Andrew Adkins. The entertainment begins at 8:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. About Andrew AdkinsAfter seven years of fronting the popular Appalachian stompgrass band, The Wild Rumpus at countless festivals, concerts and clubs […]

Stonewall Resort is featuring a Fireworks Dinner Party, complete with live music, at Lightbur’s Restaurant on Sunday evening, May 28, 2023. Available to guests from the local area and those visiting from afar, the Fireworks Dinner Party combines great food and an intimate, breathtaking setting.” Perched at the highest point of the resort property and […]

The 16th annual Art-in-the-Park series is a juried art fair that provides public access to fine artisans located in the Berkeley Springs region of West Virginia. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event, and the best part is artisans are local residents. Shows are rain or shine from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and located […]