Events

Join us at the Black Bear Grill at McKeever Lodge for Winter Homegrown Music Series featuring Shawn Benfield. The music is free, the drinks are cold and the pizza and wings are fabulous.

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Randy Gilkey is a truly multi-talented and accomplished musician, hailing from Oak Hill, West Virginia. He is celebrated as a singer, prolific songwriter, versatile instrumentalist, skilled producer and meticulous recording engineer. Despite losing his eyesight shortly after birth, Gilkey began his musical journey at the tender age of two, demonstrating a […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder's performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]

📍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 […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Jon Wilkstrom is an accomplished singer-songwriter whose musical style is a captivating blend of smooth, resonant vocals, intricate fingerstyle guitar, and an emphasis on strong, memorable melodies. His compositions possess a distinct lyrical grace and musical sophistication. The breadth of his influences is remarkable, creating a sound that evokes a fascinating […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person 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 for everyone. […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage The band Bicycle is a distinctive, energetic collective originating in the mountains of West Virginia. Uniquely positioned within the music landscape, the group comprises passionate mountain bikers who are also accomplished musicians, blending their two worlds into a singular artistic expression. Their signature style has been dubbed "Afrolachian Rock," a term […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Raised in Princeton, West Virginia, Delnora Reed Acuff is a proud alumna of Concord University, where she cultivated the foundation for her artistic journey. Her music is a unique and compelling blend, rooted deeply in the sounds of roots music, country, folk, Americana, and bluegrass, all interwoven with a profound sense […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Randy Gilkey is a truly multi-talented and accomplished musician, hailing from Oak Hill, West Virginia. He is celebrated as a singer, a prolific songwriter, a versatile instrumentalist, a skilled producer, and a meticulous recording engineer. Despite losing his eyesight shortly after birth, Gilkey began his musical journey at the tender age […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV's The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions, when her soulful, powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" prompted all four celebrity judges/coaches to turn their chairs in celebration. Over the years, […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder’s performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage A beloved figure in the local music scene, Jeffrey Joe Buckland presents what he describes as "Minimal Americana" music. His repertoire is a rich blend of acoustic interpretations of classics spanning genres such as country, folk, gospel, blues, and rock. In addition to these popular favorites, he also performs a selection […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Matt Mullins, a musician whose sound resonates with "back porch memories," possesses a genuine musicality that moves listeners and makes it undeniably clear that music is deeply ingrained in his soul. This West Virginia native's musical journey began in earnest right after high school. While he is currently best known as […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Dave Runion, the undisputed king of the one-person 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 for everyone. […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the soul of southern West Virginia, the band GRIT has forged a reputation for delivering a powerful, no-nonsense musical experience since its formation in 2018. As their name suggests, GRIT embodies the character and resolve of experienced musicians, translating into a dynamic live performance that spans a broad spectrum […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Krista Hughes, a phenomenal talent, captivated national audiences during the 2015 season of NBC TV’s The Voice. Her extraordinary skill was evident in the Blind Auditions when her soulful and powerful rendition of the classic "Angel from Montgomery" led to all four celebrity judges/coaches turning their chairs in celebration. This highly […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage The Gardeners area dedicated old-time music duo specializing in the rich and enduring sounds of the Appalachian region. Our repertoire is a carefully curated collection of traditional songs, haunting ballads, and lively fiddle tunes passed down through generations. Our music is deeply rooted in the cultural history of West Virginia, the […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Jon Wikstrom is an accomplished singer-songwriter whose musical style is a captivating blend of smooth, resonant vocals, intricate fingerstyle guitar work, and an emphasis on strong, memorable melody. His compositions possess a distinct lyrical grace and musical sophistication. This unique confluence results in music that is both deeply familiar and refreshingly […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Hailing from the rugged hills of West Virginia, singer-songwriter Shawn Benfield has cultivated a unique and compelling musical voice that defies easy categorization. His artistry is a rich tapestry woven from a wide array of musical influences, drawing deeply from the wells of classic country, the introspection of Texas songwriter greats, […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage Bowman and Burr, The Classroom Rockstars. West Virginia's beloved teachers, Bowman and Burr, bring their high-energy classroom enthusiasm straight to the stage. Their musical "masterclass" effortlessly blends classic rock anthems with country music's heartwarming stories. These seasoned educators know how to engage a crowd, creating an interactive, sing-along experience. Expect to […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves together a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across the genres of folk, folk-rock, and Americana music. Snyder's performances are distinguished by his creative and intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, perfectly […]

📍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 […]

📍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 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 […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage An evening of Appalachian based music with Amanda Reed and Darren Walker. Prepare for a captivating night of authentic acoustic music as the dynamic duo featuring Amanda Reed and Darren Walker takes the stage. This highly acclaimed pair will deliver an impressive display of talent, showmanship, and heartfelt performance that captures […]

📍Black Bear Patio Stage A native son of West Virginia, Jim Snyder is a celebrated musician whose career spans decades. His repertoire weaves a unique blend of well-known classics and obscure treasures across folk, folk-rock, and Americana. Snyder’s performances are distinguished by his creative, intricate acoustic guitar arrangements, which are perfectly paired with his expressive, […]