Events

A visit to Blackwater Falls isn’t complete without attending a planned activity or event at the park. Find these family-friendly things to do July 12 - 13, 2023. Activities are staged at the nature center unless directed otherwise. WEDNESDAY, July 12, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Naturalist Loop WalkJoin the park […]

Visit the nature center or the Lee House, plus these activities at Lost River State Park, July 12-16, 2023. Activities are free to attend unless indicated and open to the public. WHen visiting Lost River take the opportunity to attend a planned activity. You’ll learn more about the park, wildlife and history of the area. […]

One of our most popular programs at Prickett’s Fort State Park is Colonial Kids Day.  This event  focuses on 18th century life through a child’s eyes.  Bring the kids to the fort to experience a full day of fun and educational activities. Activities will include daily chores in the fort, life in the militia, colonial children’s […]

Holly River State Park is packed with summer fun. Visitors are encouraged to take advantage of these programs, particularly Fireflies, Butterflies and Archery. Your nature host is Jane Birdsong, Summer/Master Naturalist on July 13 - 15, 2023. THURSDAY, July 13, 20232 PM - INTREPID CLIMBERS ONLYIf you’ve always wanted to climb to the Top of […]

The band, Midnight Outlaw is playing at North Bend State Park. A free live music concert at North Bend State Park’s amphitheater is sponsored by the Sports Jamboree. Donations are accepted for Kids Special Olympics. For concert information email northbendsp@wv.gov or call 304-643-2931. Reserve lodging:

The sky's the limit at Blackwater Falls State Park, July 14-16, 2023. This weekend is in addition to the annual Astronomy event in the fall and made possible by the Kanawha Valley Astronomical Society. The activities/presentations are open to the public. Join astrophotographers under the incredibly dark skies of Blackwater Falls State Park to learn […]

Wyoming County Historical Museum presents a Civil War reenactment. Everyone is invited. Reenactment participants set up camp and prepare for battle Cannon and gun fire echo across the park at different times during the event. Saturday evening, July 15, 2023 includes a night firing of the cannons. This is a family friendly event and is […]

Mid-July activities at Pipestem Resort State Park include Moth Night and Ultimate Frisbee. Join the outdoor crew and take advantage of these activities July 14-16, 2023. The Nature Center is open daily from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. FRIDAY, July 14, 2023 10:00 am Creepy Crawly Bug CraftMeet Kristen at the Activity Shelter behind the […]

Visit Twin Falls and enjoy these activities July 14-15, 2023. Music, ghost stories, Searching for Moths, and Civil War history at the ball field invites you to attend. Fee free. Open to the public. Family friendly. FRIDAY, July 14, 20232:00 p.m. – 4:00 pm. – The Nature Center is open! 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.Live […]

Weekends at Bluestone State Park are extra special with activities that focus on the outdoors and nature pursuits. Join park naturalist and heritage craftsman Jonathan Lipscomb July 14-17, 2023 at these planned activities. FRIDAY, July 14, 20233-5pm spoon carvingJoin naturalist Jonathan at the shelter below the events building to learn local history and the basics […]

This weekend at Blackwater Falls State Park is packed with activities ranging from the Astrophotography Weekend (find it posted separately) to guest naturalist hike and Pickleball. Take advantage of these programs July 14 - 16, 2023 that begin at the nature center unless posted otherwise. FRIDAY, July 14, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. […]

Join the Friends of Blackwater in association with Blackwater Falls State Park and welcome visiting naturalist, Aaron Graham for today’s special hike. Along with Graham will be Blackwater Falls staff. You’ll be out in the field to observe birds, butterflies and potentially salamanders and other fauna in addition to taking a look at the current […]

The Centerfire Bluegrass Band performs live music at Canaan Valley on July 14, 2023. Mountain Music Friday Series returns to Canaan Valley Resort in 2023. Live music is slopesideat 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 […]

The nature center area at Tygart Lake State Park is the place to be July 14, 2023. Reenactor and historian Doug Wood portrays Gabriel Arthur at 7:00 p.m. and following the program, Wood answers questions about the individual and the era that Gabriel Arthur lived. Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy this evening […]

Camp Creek State Park is a favorite setting for the bird of prey program presented by Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) Friday, July 14, 2023 at 7:00p.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. You […]

“The Marvelous Wonderettes” is the July theater production staged and performed at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park. The drama begins at 8:30 p.m. This outdoor theater drama is presented nine evenings in July, 2023. According to www.thearacomastoryinc.come website, this smash Off-Broadway hit takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom, […]

Cacapon State Park offers a wonderful summer setting for Irish Road Bowling scheduled for July 15, 2023. After a short hayride shuttle provided by the park, road bowlers are dropped at the start line. From there, the course winds along a narrow stream with a healthy forest canopy that keeps bowlers cool on even the […]

This special Mansion Foodways Tour explains the role that food played in the daily lives of theBlennerhassett family and their neighbors. Join us on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. onBlennerhasset Island. The term Foodways is defined as an in-depth look at people (the Blennerhassett Family) in alocation (Blennerhassett Island) and examines the procurement, […]

Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer with Chao TianFrom China to Appalachia - Americana meets Classical The Morgan Arts Council (MAC) welcomes GRAMMY Award winning American Rootsartists Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer joining with Chinese classical hammered dulcimer playerChao Tian in a show that combines music from China to Appalachia and beyond.This concert is on Saturday, […]

Come to Tygart Lake State Park on Saturday, July 15, 2023 and experience the memories and sounds of old-time music and learn a bit about our state’s great railroad heritage. It will be a lovely evening of railroading history via music and story. Mick Souter is a true West Virginia original, performing with different instruments […]

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 […]

Early in the week, July 17 - 19, 2023 you’ll find these activities to do at Blackwater Falls State Park that begin at the nature center unless posted otherwise. You’re invited and also encouraged to visit our trails, the falls areas, the Nature Center, and Pendleton Lake. MONDAY, July 17, 2023Nature Center: 10:30 a.m. to […]

Pipestem Resort sits on the east rim of the Bluestone River Gorge, which carves through the plateau to the scenic Bluestone River 1,200 feet below. Visit the Nature Center which is open Wednesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm. See our exhibits and heritage structures, and sit a spell in our West Virginia made […]

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 Tuesday, July 18, 2023 from 11:00AM - 2:00PM.   Historic […]

You’ll find these activities to do at Blackwater Falls State Park July 19 - 20, 2023. Activities begin at the nature center unless posted otherwise. You’re invited and encouraged to visit our trails, the falls areas, the Nature Center, and Pendleton Lake. Special entertainment on Thursday evening, July 20 is West Virginia’s storyteller and champion […]

It’s a rockin’ weekend at Cacapon Resort State Park. Geologist Ken Ashton welcomes ‘rockers’ to an evening program about the geology of West Virginia. You’ll discover more about rocks, minerals and fossils in West Virginia and the area during the evening presentation held at Cacapon’s Nature Center at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 19, 2023. The […]

Walk and rock is a morning hike with Geologist Ken Ashton and Park Naturalist Valerie Chaney. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at Cacapon Lodge parking area. We’ll set foot for a hike on Piney Ridge Trail to learn more and find rocks, minerals and fossils on this morning walk. This Geology Rockin’ Hike is Thursday, July […]

WV’s favorite storyteller and humorous liar, Bil Lepp is at Blackwater Falls State Park on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 7:00PM. Mark your calendars for this Thursday evening show. His humorous tales curl the lips on the grumpiest of people. Sure to tickle your funny bone, the laughter and show is staged at Blackwater Falls […]

You will find live music in the courtyard at Twin Falls Resort State Park on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 6:00 - 10:00 PM. This is a free concert and open to the public at Twin Falls State Park lodge outdoor courtyard. Carry out beverages to the Courtyard and food service by Twin Falls Restaurant […]

Bil Lepp is a master storyteller, champion liar, funny guy, author, and tv host. Lepp is back and performing live at Tygart Lake State Park, July 21, 2023. His humorous tales curl the lips on the grumpiest of people. Sure to tickle your funny bone, the laughter and show begins at 7:00 p.m. at Tygart […]