West Virginia
Harpers Ferry, WV
West Virginia
Beckley, West Virginia
Beckley, West Virginia is a small town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of southern West Virginia.
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If you're a fan of beautiful nature, Civil War history, or Southern hospitality, West Virginia is an unparalleled place to take a few day trips.
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Plan ahead for these events:
Charleston WV events:
- Vandalia Gathering - Every Memorial Day Weekend
- FestivALL Charleston - October 11-20, 2024
- Capital City Art & Craft Show - November 15-17, 2024
Ripley events:
- Mountain State Art and Craft Fair - Every 4th of July - July 4-6, 2025
- Ripley’s 4th of July Celebration - Every 4th of July
Other annual WV Events:
- Ramp Dinners & Festivals - Throughout West Virginia in April and May
- Bridge Day - New River Gorge Bridge, Every third Saturday in October
- West Virginia State Fair - Lewisburg, August 07-16, 2025
- West Virginia Strawberry Festival - Buckhannon, Every third weekend in May
- Mountain State Forest Festival - Elkins, late September
- West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival - Clarksburg, Every Labor Day Weekend
- Contemporary American Theater Festival - Shepherdstown, Every July
- Upper Ohio Valley Italian Festival - Wheeling, July 25, 26, 27 2025