Events Search and Views Navigation
February 2022
Leonardo’s Lab at the Beckley Youth Museum
The Youth Museum complex is located in New River Park adjacent to the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine. Museum hours are Tues. – Sat. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Leonardo’s Lab exhibition at the Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia. The exhibit offers young artists and inventors a chance to immerse themselves in the mind of Leonardo DaVinci, the original ‘Renaissance Man.’ In very hands-on ways, visitors can build, sketch, test and design via activities tied to Leonardo’s era and ideas.…
Find out more »April 2022
Mount Hope-hosts Smithsonian Museum
Harmony for Hope, in coordination with the Coal Heritage Authority, and sponsored by the West Virginia Humanities Council, will host the Smithsonian Museum on Main Street, "Crossroads: Change in Rural America" at the Mountainair Hotel from April 22 to May 30. Mount Hope was one of six West Virginia towns chosen to host the Smithsonian in 2022 because of its status as a Gateway Community to the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, as well as the town's topic…
Find out more »May 2022
Beckley WV Rhododendron Festival
During the month of May, the Beckley-Raleigh County area celebrates spring and beautiful rhododendron blooms by offering the Rhododendron Festival with events such as: - Rhododendron photo contest with Active SWV, - Sweet Treats / Preparedness Fair / Bill Withers Memorial Festival at BIG on May 14, -Rhododendron Pickleball Tourney at New River Park on May 14, - Rhododendron painting class at the library on May 14, - Beckley Founders Day at Wildwood on May 21, - Cruise to Grandview…
Find out more »TUBA SKINNY
Formed in 2009, Tuba Skinny has steadily evolved from a loose collection of street musicians into a solid ensemble dedicated to bringing the traditional New Orleans sound to audiences around the world. Drawing on a wide range of musical influences—from spirituals to Depression-era blues, from ragtime to traditional jazz—their sound evokes the rich musical heritage of their New Orleans home. The band has gained a loyal following through their distinctive sound, their commitment to reviving long-lost songs, and their barnstorming…
Find out more »WVPubfest 2022
LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT AND TICKET SALES THIS WEEK!!! After 2 years of virtual events, WVPUBFEST is back for its 3rd In-Person festival! Designed by musicians to be an escape into the incredible talent harbored in West Virginia, WVPUBFEST is a family-friendly all-day concert featuring over 20 WV musical acts on 2 stages at the beautiful Weathered Ground Brewery. WVPubfest is a fundraiser for WVCollective and WV Public Broadcasting and has raised $10,000 dollars to date to support public radio.
Find out more »Founder’s Day Celebration
Join the Raleigh County Historical Society as they celebrate the 12th annual Founder's Day Celebration at Beckley's Wildwood House! Celebrate and remember the history of the town of Beckley and the Beckley family. There will be vendors, historical re-enactors, music, lunch, and tours of the almost 200-year-old Wildwood House. Rain or shine, kids welcome!
Find out more »Daniel Vineyards Food & Wine Pairing
Food & Wine Pairing Daniel Vineyards' next Food & Wine Pairing Event will take place on Saturday, May 21st, with time slots available at 2pm, 4pm, & 6pm. The menu will consist of the following: • Peach Salsa & Herbed Goat Cheese Crostini w/ Balsamic Port Reduction (Paired w/ 2020 Riesling) • Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Paired w/ 2020 Sauvignon Blanc) • Classic Shepherd’s Pie (Paired w/ 2019 Red Blend) • Lemon Cheesecake Pie w/ Raspberry Compote (Paired w/ Red Raspberry…
Find out more »Dueling Pianos @ Tamarack
The band comes ready to provide a great time to any type of gathering from corporate events, restaurants, or even large, outdoor gatherings Unlike most bands, there is no setlist, so the songs played are requested live by the audience! This leads to a rollicking good time and it’s not uncommon to hear the entire audience singing and laughing together! Rick and Clark play the pianos and Jes rocks the house on the drums. They play a wide array of…
Find out more »2022 Highball to Thurmond 50 Mile, 50K, and 50 Mile Relay
Race through New River Gorge National Park and beat the train to the finish line of the Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay! Participants have the option to take a scenic train ride at the finish. All of our races finish in Thurmond, West Virginia. With a population of 5 at the 2010 census, it is the least populated railroad town in the nation and part of the New River Gorge National Park. Register and learn more here: bitly.com/highballtothurmond
Find out more »Wonderland Mountain Challenge
Join ACE Adventure Resort for the Wonderland Mountain Challenge, a demanding trail run through the beautiful mountains in West Virginia on Memorial Day weekend. Choose between a half-marathon, 10K run, or a 5-mile walk. These distinctive race routes will take racers through the New River Gorge past scenic rock outcrops, cascading streams, and abandoned coal mines. After grabbing your medal at the finish line a burrito buffet awaits to tame the appetite you have developed. Cash prizes will be awarded…
Find out more »