📍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 […]
The Migration Celebration is a celebration of West Virginia’s wild birds and our natural heritage. Popular events that attendees have always enjoyed include: birding walks, nature walks, kids activities such as crafts and animal shape painting, displays of live raptors from Three Rivers Avian Center, as well as Division of Natural Resources and Hanging Rock […]
Join us for a musical day of pickin' on May 9, 2026 at 11 a.m. The festival features live bluegrass bands, local craft vendors, and food trucks, all taking place around Picnic Shelter 3! Two festival tickets and overnight lodging in a standard lodge room, double occupancy for $214.99. Day ticket only is $40 per […]
Bring Mom to beautiful North Bend State Park for lunch at the North Bend Restaurant. Enjoy a menu featuring fried chicken, house-made meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, rolls, a salad bar, desserts and non-alcoholic beverages. The price for this delicious lunch is $25 for adults, $12.50 for children aged 4 to 12, and those under […]
Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a scenic celebration at McKeever Lodge’s Bluestone Dining Room. The buffet will feature cheesy bacon ranch chicken, salmon piccata, roasted pork tenderloin, creamy mashed potatoes, honey‑glazed carrots, sweet potato casserole, green goddess gnocchi, spinach artichoke dip, buttermilk cornbread, panzanella salad and more! A special Mother’s Day cocktail, the Strawberry […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a memorable meal at Chief Logan State Park. The Whispering Ridge Restaurant will offer a holiday buffet featuring creamy chicken, steak and gravy, broccoli fettuccine Alfredo, mashed potatoes and more. Reservations are required; please call 304-855-6100.
Treat Mom to a delicious buffet at Prospects Restaurant, featuring a lineup of comforting favorites and chef‑crafted specialties. Enjoy Sautéed Tenderloin Tips with Mushrooms and Onions, Bourbon‑Glazed Boneless Chicken Thighs, Broiled Lemon Pepper Cod, Vegetable Lasagna, Herb Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Linguine, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and more! A limited menu will also be available from 5 […]
Treat Mom to a buffet at the Azalea Room in Twin Falls Lodge, featuring roasted turkey with dressing, housemade meatloaf, glazed ham and more. Seating times are available at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Reservations are recommended by calling Twin Falls Resort State Park at 304-294-4000.
Pipestem Resort State Park is set to welcome the International Bowhunting Organization (IBO) Triple Crown, with the first leg of the prestigious archery competition. This highly anticipated event is expected to draw more than 1,000 archers from across the United States and around the world. The event officially kicks off on Thursday, May 14, at […]
📍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 […]
Celebrate Kids to Parks Day on May 16 at Cacapon Resort State Park. All participants will earn a Kids to Parks Day sticker. The event is at the Upper Lake with sign-up at 9 a.m., and the Derby begins at 10 a.m. Trout will be stocked from the local Ridge Fish Hatchery before the Derby […]
Youth ages 9 – 12 will become Nature Rangers by attending the Nature Ranger Day Camp! Learn wildlife identification, survival skills and nature crafting! Registration is required in advance. The fee for this camp, including lunch, is $99. To register, please call Lisa Mullens at Twin Falls Resort State Park at (304) 294-4000.
📍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 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. […]
This festival features old fashioned engines and “turn of the century” industrial, oil field and farm machinery. Live demonstrations, craft vendors and great food! For more information call Dave Wilson at 304-628-3587. For lodging, cabin or camping reservations, please call North Bend State Park at (304) 643-2931.
Kids ages 5 – 8 will become Nature “Sprouts” by attending the Nature “Sprouts” Day Camp. This camp blends hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and creative play to give young sprouts a memorable and engaging experience. We will spark their imagination and help build confidence. Space is limited. Lunch and Snacks provided. The registration fee is […]
Join the Three Rivers Avian Center as they present an exciting and informative program about raptors native to West Virginis including hawks, eagles, falcons and owls. Times ⏰ 2:30 p.m. ⏰ 3:30 p.m. Participants will learn about the habitat, diet and behavior of each bird presented, the most common causes of injury to each species […]
📍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 Pipestem Resort State Park hosts the family-friendly Paper Airplane Flying Contest, the second in a six-part series to find the regional "Champion of All Paper Flyers." This free event invites all ages to compete across three categories: Junior Aviators (12 and under), Teenage Pilots (13–17), and Master Engineers (18 and over). […]
📍Black Bear Patio Stage The “Bigfoot Hollerin’ Contest” is back again at Pipestem Resort State Park. This year, the contest will take place at the Patio Stage of the Black Bear Grill in the McKeever Lodge. The call must last at least five seconds and no more than 30 seconds. Three age groups can participate: […]
📍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 […]
Blue 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 […]
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 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 […]
Join park naturalists on hikes throughout the day celebrating National Trails Day! We will do a hike to Tunnel 13 at 10:30 a.m. and a hike on the Overhanging Rock Trail at 2 p.m. Meet in front of the Nature Center for all hikes. Contact the Park Naturalist, Sarah, at sarah.e.clark@wv.gov or (304) 643-2931 EXT […]
Join Park Naturalists for a guided hike to celebrate National Trails Day. The 1.2-mile hike will take place along the Piney Ridge Trail, a moderate 1.2-mile loop with a winding stream, breathtaking mountain views, and blooming pink and white mountain laurel. Helpful items will include sturdy walking shoes for uneven terrain with many natural steps, […]
📍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, […]
📍Headquarters Shelter – Pipestem Resort State Park "Covered Dish Event" presented by Pipestem Foundation. The Pipestem Resort State Park and the Pipestem Foundation cordially invite all individuals with a vested interest in or connection to the park to attend a covered-dish gathering. This Family Reunion Gathering aims to bring attendees together to exchange historical accounts […]
Come see live reptiles and amphibians in person! Learn all about their diets, habitats and what makes them special! This interactive program is fun for the whole family! This is a free event and it will be held at Picnic Shelter 3!
📍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, […]
Pipestem Resort State Park
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,...
Pipestem Resort State Park
📍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,...
