Southern West Virginia Events

Enjoy Chetty's Wing Night specials while listening to some live tunes. Specials run from 4PM to 9PM, music goes from 6PM to 8PM June 29- Chris Harris July 6- Alabaster Trio July 13- Ryan Zimmerman July 20- Emmalea Deal July 27- Flora Greene Aug 3- Shawn Benfield Aug 10- The Good Chaos Aug 17- Whiskey [...]

Brent Loper & The All Star Band deliver a high-energy, authentic country music experience rooted in tradition, musicianship, and storytelling. Based in Nashville, Brent Loper is a seasoned singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose journey to music began after a promising football career came to an unexpected end. That turning point led him to the stage, [...]

Well folks, it's time to saddle up. Drambleree is back and bigger than ever with an entire weekend dedicated to great whiskey, great company, and unforgettable memories.   Your $135 Weekend Pass includes:   Friday's Whiskey Blind Date at Smooth Ambler – Help select the next Dramblers Choice Release by tasting mystery barrels completely blind. No labels, no [...]

Ready to put your palette to work and create your own masterpiece? Join us for “Create Your Own Contradiction”! In a true contradictory moment, we are giving you the chance to be Master Blender for the evening. After a short introduction you will perform sensory analysis of the individual components and create a blend ratio [...]

Take a sip through Smooth Ambler history. This exclusive tasting will feature rare bottles and expressions that haven't seen the light of day in years. These are the whiskeys that helped build the foundation of who we are today. If you're a fan of whiskey & Smooth Ambler history, dusty bottles, and stories that get [...]

Remember those mad scientist creations from the past that took already great Smooth Ambler liquid and put them in other special barrels to create unique finishes? Taste some special releases and experiments from years past. Some were one-and-done creations. Featured pours may include: ·               Double Cask ·               Oatmeal Stout ·               Maple Porter ·               Barrel-Aged Gin ·               And more surprises Session [...]

Join guides Daniel Rubianto and Keith Richardson for a bird walk around WV's newest state park! Meet at the park at 7:30 AM and walk through the diverse forest structures within the property. This will be peak fall migration for songbirds! Prepare yourselves for some possible migratory species such as Bay-breasted Warbler, Swainson’s Thrush, and [...]

Active Southern West Virginia is excited to welcome runners back to the Beckley Half Marathon on September 26, 2026! Starting and finishing at the iconic Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, this race blends local history with a course that highlights the best of Beckley. The Exhibition Coal Mine is a preserved historic coal camp and underground [...]

Embrace the adventure and run wild at the New River Gorge Wilds Trail Run this fall at ACE Adventure Resort! Set against the stunning backdrop of the New River Gorge, runners can choose from three exciting distances: a full marathon, half marathon, or a 5K. Whether you’re an experienced trail runner or a first-timer looking [...]

Long Branch Lake Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Pipestem! Be a part of this impactful day and help make a difference in our public lands! Meet at the Splash Pad across from McKeever Lodge and walk down to the Long Branch Lake shore for a garbage grab. This will keep our lake shore clean [...]