Ripley 4th of July Celebration
Ripley – July 4 , 2023 ripleyfourthofjuly . com
Celebrate the birthday of the greatest country in the world by donning red , white and blue in the streets of Ripley , home to the nation ’ s oldest Fourth of July parade . Aptly known as America ’ s Largest Small Town Independence Day Celebration , this event features live music , carnival rides , food vendors and , of course , fireworks . In true land-of-the-free-fashion , this event is also free of charge .
4848 Festival
Snowshoe – July 13-15 , 2023 4848festival . com
We hope you ’ re not scared of heights . Named 4848 for its elevation , this mountaintop celebration is located at the second highest point in the entire state . Though Snowshoe Mountain Resort is typically associated with winter sports and activities , the resort knows how to keep people coming back even in the mid-July heat . With a swimming pool , rock climbing wall , 18 live music groups , lift rides , microbrews and unbeatable food options , this is an event you won ’ t want to miss .
West Virginia Hotdog Festival
Huntington – July 29 , 2023 wvhotdogfestival . com
Celebrate an entire day ’ s worth of festivities centered around one of America ’ s favorite foods . Whether you like yours West Virginia-style with a lot of chili and slaw or prefer something more traditional , you ’ re sure to find something to your liking here , including a hot dog eating contest . If hot dogs aren ’ t your thing , no worries , as this event also features an annual Bun Run 5k charity walk , a family bike tour around the city , a wiener dog and all-breed dog race , a pooch parade , a car show , live entertainment and a root beer chugging contest .
State Fair of West Virginia
Lewisburg – August 10-19 , 2023 statefairofwv . com
Arguably the most popular summertime event in the Mountain State , the State Fair of West Virginia showcases live entertainment , concerts , agricultural exhibitions , carnival rides , a horse track and more over the course of 10 fun-packed days . Visitors can also enjoy classic fair foods like elephant ears , corn dogs and funnel cakes , not to mention some unique twists on traditional fair food .
Blissful Yoga Festival
Fairmont – August 13 , 2023 wvyogagirl . com
Release your inner yogi and say goodbye to the stresses of everyday life at this unique , one-day festival . Whether an experienced devotee or simply looking to try something new , this event has options for kids , beginners , experts and everyone in between . Grab your yoga mat and don ’ t miss out on this day full of bliss .
Appalachian Heritage Days
Logan – September 14-15 , 2023 hatfieldmccoycvb . com
Located in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains , this festival celebrates the very best of Appalachian history and culture over the span of two days . With old-time musicians , authors , speakers and historic house tours , this is an event every West Virginian should look to attend at least once .
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