Elkins-Randolph County Tourism

Material Culture: Wood Weaving
2023-05-13 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | WV
New Exhibit Opening Event:
Come see our new rotating exhibit “Material Culture: Wood and Weaving”! We will be open until 6 PM on Saturday, May 13th to celebrate opening for the season. Admission is free. We hope to see you here!

Meet and Greet – Laurel Fork Falconer
2023-05-20 15:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Laurel River Club BNB, 417 Jenningston Farm Road, Bowden, WV, 26254, United States
Free of Charge only at Laurel River Club Bed & Breakfast
One Saturday a Month!
March 18th – 2pm
April 15th – 3pm
May 20th – 3pm
June 11th – 3pm
Meet the Laurel Fork Falconer and some of his birds that he uses for falconry and education!
For more Information
304-402-7095
Laurelforkfalconry@yahoo.com

Make Time to Wander
2023-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | The Trails of Files Creek, 7242 Files Creek Rd,, Beverly, WV, 26241, United States
Out Door Yoga and Mindful Nature Walk !

Wonder in the Wild
2023-06-02 - 2023-06-05 | The Trails of Files Creek, 7242 Files Creek Rd,, Beverly, WV, 26241, United States
Women’s Mindful Camping and Yoga Retreat
25% off for you and a friend until May 14th
Discount Coupon Code “FRIEND”

Eyes and Brains STEM Center Summer Science Days
2023-06-05 - 2023-06-10 | WV
Multiple Consecutive Days
June 5th 10AM through June 9th 4:30PM
Eyes and Brains STEM Center Summer Science Days
Science activities for K to 8th a registered event with limited numbered groups scheduled for time slots during the day.
3 Groups of up to 10
No specific needs.
Find out more about the Eyes and Brains STEM Center by checking out eyesandbrains.org
I rented this space last July for a similar event.

Appalachian Coon Hunters Bench Show & Nite Hunt Event
2023-06-16 18:00 - 2023-06-17 22:00 | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
Located at Pavilion on upper campus
For details go to:
https://www.ukcdogs.com/hunting-event…
Contact
Jamie Estep (304) 614-7118
Jessica Warner (304) 704-5707

West Virginia Wild and Wonderful Celtic Festival and Highland Games Inc.
2023-06-17 09:00 - 20:00 | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
West Virginia Wild and Wonderful Celtic Festival and Highland Games Inc will be holding the first annual Celtic Festival and Highland Games in Beverly, WV at Camp Pioneer! There will be entertainment and activities for all ages, such as a Clan Village, Highland dancers, pipe and drum bands, Highland games, 5k race, live entertainment, beer garden, and much more.

Tickets are $10 if purchased ahead of the event, or $15 at the gate. Children under 5, senior adults (over 70), and first responders/military/veterans can purchase discounted tickets, detailed below.
– For children under 5 or adults over 70: Use code FREE for $10 off your ticket purchase (we reserve the right to question age at the gate).
– For first responders or veteran/active military: use code HALF for $5 off your ticket purchase (subject to ID check at gate).
Get Tickets Here

A special thanks to our generous sponsors:

Platinum – Randolph County Commission of West Virginia
Gold – Town of Beverly
Silver – Clan Ferguson Society of North America
Bronze – Broken Caber

Partner Hotels and Lodging:
Special rates and discounts for festival visitors are available for Hampton Inn Elkins (code CHHKF1) and Iron Road Inn | Railroad Themed Motel

Fire Night Family Worship Service
2023-06-17 18:00 | 315 Railroad Ave Elkins, WV 26241
From: Fire Night Family Worship Service <pastordaniel@kingdomemc.com>
304-685-9814
Engaging Worship and Prayer service with Pastor Daniel Strosnider and talented musicians from Kingdom Community Church, Morgantown WV. Presented in conjunction with Elkins United Christian Community Center (EUC3) and local churches. Visitors from throughout North Central West Virginia are invited to this one evening event.
DATE: Saturday June 17, 2023
TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: Elkins Railyard Amphitheater. 315 Railroad Ave.
Rain Location: Elkins Family Worship Center 1402 Taylor Ave. Elkins

Wild, Wonderful Woods Celebration
2023-06-24 12:00 - 17:00 | Kump Education Center, 401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
The region’s forest heritage will be celebrated Saturday, June 24 from noon-5 p.m. at the Gov. Kump House in Elkins. The afternoon event and Open House, which also recognizes West Virginia’s statehood birthday, will include wood-related craft vendors, pie auction, hands-on children’s activities, performances and new interpretive materials inside the Gov. Kump House.
The Kump House is located on Randolph Ave. across from Kroger. Parking is available behind the house. Additional parking is available in the Kroger parking lot.

Appalachian Coon Hunters Bench Show & Nite Hunt
2023-07-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
Pavilion on upper campus
For details go to:
https://www.ukcdogs.com/hunting-event…
Contact
Jamie Estep (304) 614-7118
Jessica Warner (304) 704-5707

Augusta Heritage Week 1: Cajun & Creole, Classic Country, Swing, and Craft
2023-07-09 - 2023-07-15 | Davis & Elkins College, 100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV 26241, USA – Harper McNeeley Auditorium, United States
Week 1, July 9-14, is dedicated to Cajun & Creole, Classic Country, Swing, and Craft. Discover the rich cultural heritage of Louisiana through its music and foodways. Learn from the best in the business with our Country and Swing staff.
Learn More: https://augustaartsandculture.org/summer-2023/

Beverly Book Mobile
2023-07-10 14:00 - 16:00 | WV

Augusta Heritage Week 2: Bluegrass, Vocal, and Craft
2023-07-16 08:00 - 2023-07-21 17:00 | Davis and Elkins College
Week 2, July 16-21, is all about Bluegrass, Vocal, and Craft. Immerse yourself in the sound of bluegrass and develop your vocal skills with expert guidance. Workshops for kids will keep them entertained and learning.
Learn More:https://augustaartsandculture.org/summer-2023/

Augusta Craft Class - Waffle Weaving and Color Explorations with Wendy Clark
2023-07-17 09:00 - 13:00 | Augusta Heritage Center, 21 3rd St, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Textiles | All Levels | All-Day Class | July 16-21, 2023 |
Waffle Weaving and Color Explorations
Registration and information – https://augustaartsandculture.org/…/waffle-weaving-and…/
This will be a class for all levels in weaving on a floor loom. It will be easier if the student comes with some basic knowledge of dressing the loom, but we can all work together to help each other in this process. We will explore how to work with color as we design and weave waffle weave 4/5 towels. Towels are a wonderful class project because they are relatively easy to weave and do not take that much time to weave. Using the towels at home helps to keep the class in the weaver’s mind at home. In this class all students will use the same structure, yet will explore different colors in their own warp and wefts.
Day to day objectives include: color and choosing color; reading a weaving draft and measuring the warp; dressing the loom; weaving the towels; finishing the towels.
We will weave with unmercerized cotton in various colors both for warp and weft.
Students should bring:
– scissors
– tape measure
– sketchbook or notebook
– gallon size zip lock bag
There will be a $60 materials fee added to your total when you register for this class.
About The Instructor
A weaver, dyer, quilter, spinner and knitter, Wendy Clark has followed a path of creativity nurtured by the women in her life; her mother, grandmothers and mother in law. Wendy has been focused on weaving full time since 2012 after leaving a 30 year career of teaching art at the college and high school levels. Imagine the constant sound of a creek and the river – water flowing – this is where Wendy’s studio is. Hidden along a mountain side road, next to a creek and just up from the Tygart River in Barbour Country. Wendy hand dyes natural yarns for weaving baby wraps, shawls, scarves and textiles for the home. Her home and studio provide a quiet place for her work that reflects the blending of the traditional with contemporary. She works to blend her hand dyed colors providing harmony and story telling within each piece of woven work. Wendy has two looms – and 8 shaft and a 40 shaft. Exploring weave structure and color provides endless opportunity for growth. Wendy has two spinning wheels on which she explores harmony in spinning yarns for both her weaving and knitting. Harmony and blending are recurring themes in Wendy”s work. Wendy is the owner of The Yarn Basket in Philippi, WV, a yarn store. She teaches knitting classes in small groups and individually. Wendy is writing a book on knitting socks and hopes to continue to share her knowledge of fibers to others so that these invaluable skills can be passed from generation to generation. Wendy has been knitting and weaving since her childhood.

Augusta Heritage Week 3: Blues, Old-Time, Craft, Folk Arts for Kids, and Teen Augusta
2023-07-23 08:00 - 2023-07-28 17:00 | Davis and Elkins College
Week 3, July 23-28, is dedicated to Blues, Old-Time, Craft, Folk Arts for Kids, and Teen Augusta. Get ready to experience the blues and explore the roots of old-time music. With craft workshops and folk arts classes for kids and teens, there’s something for everyone.
Learn More: https://augustaartsandculture.org/summer-2023/

Saudi Arabia Presentation @ The Kump Education Center
2023-07-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Kump Education Center, 401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
The Kump Education Center will host an international lecture on Saudi Arabia Tuesday, July 25, at 7 p.m. at the Kump House in Elkins. The presentation titled “Saudi Arabia, Not Just a Desert Country” will be offered by Nasra Adan, a visiting lecturer from Prince Sultan University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Adan has traveled extensively worldwide, having lived in her home country of Canada, China, India, Korea, Japan, Kenya, and currently, Saudi Arabia. She can speak seven languages besides her native English: Chinese, Korean, Somali, Arabic, French, Swahili, and Spanish. Her language arts specialization has resulted in a career of teaching essay writing at the college level, and she has taught reading, listening, and speaking as a second language.
Adan’s lecture will feature a power-point presentation and Saudi treats and coffee afterward. She is married to Jacob Zuboy, formerly of Elkins.
The Kump Education Center is located at 401 Randolph Ave., Elkins (across from Kroger). Parking is available behind the Kump House with easy access on Seneca Road. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit kumpeducationcenter.com or the Kump Education Center Facebook page.

Augusta Festival in the Elkins City Park
2023-07-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Elkins City Park, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 101 Elkins Ave, United States
The Augusta Festival in Elkins City Park is an annual celebration of traditional music, dance, and craft, the grand finale to our summer class sessions. The festivities take place in the tree-shaded Elkins City Park. The Augusta Festival includes a juried craft fair featuring 40 of the best regional artisans, delicious food from our vendors, live music, workshops, craft demonstrations, jam sessions, and children’s activities. Also taking place is the West Virginia Open Fiddle & Banjo Contest. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public, rain or shine.
Vendors will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Full schedule of workshops, music and more will be posted here in June!
Would you like to vend at the Augusta Festival? Fill out this application! The first round of vendor applications is due April 14 and notifications will be made shortly thereafter. If spaces remain, rolling submissions will be accepted.

Conversation on Headwaters with West Virginia Rivers
2023-08-01 17:30 - 20:00 | Rotary Ampitheatre in Elkins Town Square, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States, 2 Railroad Ave, United States
Tuesday, August 1 – 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. – Elkins Town Square. “Conversation on Headwaters.” We will be gathering at Elkins Town Square (at the Depot). There will be live music, light refreshments, and information regarding the work WV Rivers is doing in the Mon Forest. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions, get more information about the Mon Forest headwaters, and share their ideas and concerns.
This in-person event is a follow-up to the “Conversation on Headwaters” that we presented virtually this spring. The Mon Forest, and its headwaters, are an important priority of WV Rivers efforts to protect water quality and public lands. Mon Forest headwaters are the ultimate source of clean drinking water in the Chesapeake and Ohio watersheds and provide habitat and support outdoor recreation. There is background information about WV Rivers efforts to understand concerns regarding the Mon Forest at the end of this invitation.

Swiss National Day
2023-08-05 17:00 - 23:00 | Helvetia, WV 26234, USA, 100 Old Helvetia Rd, United States
Swiss National Day usually is held on the first Saturday of August in Helvetia. It commemorates the day in 1291 on which three Alpine cantons (similar to states in the U.S.) swore the oath of confederation. This is regarded as the foundation of Switzerland.
The day is celebrated with a cookout in the Meadow starting around 5pm, singing of folk songs, yodeling, folk dances, fahnenschwingen (tossing of the Swiss flag), talerschwingen (rolling a Swiss coin around the inside of an earthenware bowl to create a rhythm), alpine horns, and a square dance.

Randolph County Fair
2023-08-19 09:00 - 22:00 | Dakan Arena, Camp Pioneer, Beverly, WV, 26253, United States
For more information on schedule, tickets and events go to http://randolphcountyfairwv.com/

House Tour Tuesdays @ The Kump Education Center
2023-08-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Kump Education Center, 401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
HOUSE TOUR TUESDAYS!
(Consecutive Events-every Tuesday 3-5)
The Gov. Kump house will be open for public tours from 3-5 p.m. every Tuesday in the summer. New Wild, Wonderful Woods interpretive displays and upstairs rooms are included in the tour. The house is located at 401 Randolph Ave., Elkins (across from Kroger) and parking is available in the rear, accessible via Seneca Road. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged. For more information, email kumpec@gmail.com or visit www.kumpeducationcenter.org.

Mountain State Forest Festival
2023-09-30 - 2023-10-09 | WV
85th annual Mountain State Forest Festival
September 30th – October 8th 2023 save the dates! The start of the Mountain State Forest Festival has been announced! Once we get closer to the date, we will have more information on what is going on!

Elkins City Park Events
2023-10-05 09:00 - 19:00 | Elkins City Park, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 101 Elkins Ave, United States
Chainsaw Carvers: “The Mason Dixie Boys”
Conservation Village
The Dynamo Dogs
Glass Blowing: “Appalachian Glass”
Hillbilly Fun Inflatable Bounce Houses
Laurel Fork Falconry
Vendors & Exhibitors
Dino-ROAR *FRIDAY ONLY*
( Shows primarily in the morning for kids day in the park)

Lap Dulcimer Workshop @ Appalachian Forest Discovery Center
2023-10-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Appalachian Forest Discovery Center, 2 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Come celebrate the Forest Festival by learning a new instrument! From 10am to 12pm, the Appalachian Forest Discovery Center will host a FREE drop-in lesson on the lap dulcimer in the second floor event space at Darden Mill, open to beginners of all ages! Visitors are welcome to come in and out throughout the lesson as they explore all that the Darden Mill has to offer during the festival.
If you want a sneak peek, the AFDC’s exhibit, Material Culture: Wood and Weaving, has a lap dulcimer ready to play at all times the museum is open!

Youth Bike Skills Clinic
2023-10-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Glendale Park, 405 Glendale Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Elkins Area Shared Trails (EAST) is excited to partner with the Highlands Composite Mountain Bike Team, WVU Science Behind the Sport, and Elkins Parks & Rec to host a bike skills clinic for youth in Glendale Park from 3:30-5:30pm.
Bring your bike and helmet for this hands-on, feet-on opportunity to learn from experienced mountain bike racers and STEM experts! Youth of all ages are welcome.

Sharing the Craft of Fire Cider @ Wyld Lyfe Apothecary
2023-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Wyld Lyfe Apothecary, 100 2nd Street, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Make N Take class
First in a series of classes for women who want to deepen their connection with the natural world, creative expression, and increase their sense of well-being in their bodies.
We will be crafting an Immunity Tonic
FEE: $55
10 seats avail.
non-refundable deposit (20) to RSVP
all supplies included + herbal education on supporting Immunity.
doors open at 530p. class begins promptly at 6p.
RSVP required to attend.

Woodlands Heritage Lecture: "Where the Bison Once Roamed"
2024-01-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Kump Education Center, 401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Easy access to parking behind the historic Kump House (across from Kroger) via Seneca Road.

Exclusive Sewing Event with Educator Karen Charles
2024-02-06 10:00 - 2024-02-07 16:00 | The Old Brick Playhouse, 4 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Create a one-of-a-kind project with Karen Charles!
Quilting has never been more fun! Learn an easy way to make a difficult cathedral window block! Do some more piecing to make it bigger, embellish with embroidery and quilt it in the hoop — What a fun pillow with a pop of color.
February 6th & 7th, 10-4
$75/day, lunch included
The Old Brick Playhouse in Elkins
Call the store for more info or to sign up: 304-636-9480.

Sugar Cookie Decorating Classes @ Seneca Mall
2024-02-10 13:00 - 14:30 | The Atrium, 108 3rd St., Elkins, WV, United States
We will be going over some cookie facts, decorating techniques and you will be decorating your very own set of cookies that you will take home with you that day.
When and where is all of this lovely deliciousness taking place? All Valentine’s classes this year will take place in The Atrium located at the Seneca Mall in downtown Elkins, WV. The address is 108 3rd Street. Classes are on Saturday February 10th and will be offered at 1pm and 3pm. There were also be a Couples Class at 6pm – this class is for adult couples only.
