Elkins-Randolph County Tourism

Mountain Weavers Guild
2025-10-04 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Elkins Randolph County YMCA, 400 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Photography Contest Exhibit
2025-10-04 09:00 - 14:00 UTC | Elkins Randolph County YMCA, 400 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Grand Feature Parade
2025-10-04 13:30 - 15:30 UTC | 12th Street & S.Davis Ave, Elkins, West Virginia, 26241

Autumn on the Dry Fork | Dry Fork Recreation Center
2025-10-11 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Dry Fork Recreation Center, Harman, WV, United States

Murder Mystery Dinner | Beverly Volunteer Fire Department
2025-11-22 18:30 - 21:30 UTC | Beverly Fire Hall
Step into a night of mystery, laughter, and Celtic flair at the “Clueless” Murder Mystery Fundraiser Dinner! Hosted by the West Virginia Wild & Wonderful Celtic Festival & Highland Games in partnership with Murder and Merriment, this immersive experience invites guests to solve a thrilling whodunit set in a Scottish castle—all while enjoying a full-course dinner, clue book, raffles, door prizes, and a silent auction.
Perfect for adults and supervised teens, this unforgettable evening blends suspense, humor, and Highland hospitality to support the growth of one of West Virginia’s most beloved cultural festivals.

"Jingle All the Way" Christmas Parade | Downtown Elkins
2025-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States, 101 Davis St, United States
?✨ Elkins transforms into Elfkins each December — and you know what that means… the beloved city mascot Snikle the Elf is sure to reappear spreading mischief and cheer! ???‍♂️✨
???? The Elkins-Randolph County Chamber is thrilled to present the Annual Christmas Parade on Friday, December 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM!
??? This year’s parade theme is Jingle All the Way — so let’s light up the streets with music, sparkle, and holiday magic!
? Our parade is always held the first Friday in December, so go ahead and mark your calendars now (and for years to come)!

Feast of Saint Nicholas | Helvetia
2025-12-06 12:00 - 20:00 UTC | Helvetia, WV 26234, USA, 100 Old Helvetia Rd, United States
Helvetia’s Feast of Saint Nicholas & Old-Fashioned Christmas Market
Join us in Helvetia on Saturday, December 6, for a day filled with old-world charm, handmade gifts, and community cheer. The Helvetia Farm Women’s Club and Helvetia Restoration & Development Organization invite you to celebrate with caroling, bonfires, mulled drinks, and a festive market along Old Helvetia Road.
Children can learn the Swiss art of making Grittibänz bread figures and hear stories of Saint Nicholas at the Community Hall, while visitors explore the market and local shops. The Helvetia Public Library will have a used book sale, the museum will be open, the Hütte Restaurant will be serving warm soups and sandwiches, and both the Swiss Roots Store and Hinterzimmer Diner will be open throughout the day.
End the evening with live music, dancing, and good company in true Helvetia style. All are welcome!

Fasnacht | Helvetia
2026-02-14 12:00 - 22:00 UTC | Helvetia, WV 26234, USA, 100 Old Helvetia Rd, United States
Helvetia welcomes you to celebrate our 59th Annual Fasnacht.
An indoor and outdoor event, we invite you to join us from 12p to 10p for a celebration of winter, the changing seasons, and a pre-Lenten tradition that dates back to 1520 in Switzerland. Sometimes called the Mardi Gras of Appalachia, Fasnacht is German for “fasting night,” which celebrates a grand feast before a fast. Helvetia’s Fasnacht combines the customs of the Swiss Fasnacht and Sechseläuten, a traditional spring holiday celebrated in the Swiss city of Zürich where they burn an effigy of winter to welcome spring.
We will enjoy fatty foods, listen to Swiss & Appalachian tunes, wear homemade masks to scare away Old Man Winter, parade with lampions, and burn an effigy of the Old Man in hopes of a healthy and happy spring.
Please join us for a celebration that is dear to our community. We only ask that you participate with care and tenderness toward our small village. This event is coordinated entirely by a small group of volunteers so please temper expectations and offer a helping hand to any in need.
All proceeds benefit the community’s restoration, development, and archives.
GENERAL ADMISSION (ADULT) – $35Ticket includes entry to the masquerade where twenty-five masks are awarded a handmade Swiss flag, the jam session inside the Star Band Hall, free sign up for guided tours (limited numbers), and admission to the Alpine-Appalachian square dance inside the Helvetia Community Hall.
GENERAL ADMISSION (YOUTH 12-17) – $15Youth attendance includes the same offerings as General Admission.
CHILDREN 11 & UNDER – FREE ADMISSIONChildren are encouraged to attend for free. Old Man Winter will have a toy for children (as supplies last), and we would love for you to participate in the masquerade by donning your very own homemade mask. Twenty-five handmade Swiss flags are awarded to the best masked children.
Bring CASH because many local businesses do not accept credit cards and the event will have items for sell outside of admission.
Also, visit www.helvetiawv.com for directions and more information about the community.
FOOD & LODGING:Beekeeper Inn – 304-924-6435Hütte Restaurant – 304-924-6435Swiss Roots Store & Inn – 304-924-9100More to come!
Visit https://www.eventcreate.com/e/fasnacht-2026 for tickets and more details.

Maple Syrup Festival | Pickens
2026-03-21 09:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00 UTC | Pickens American Legion Post 122, 3518 Fairview Pickens Rd, Pickens, WV, 26230, United States
Join us in Pickens for a full weekend of activities celebrating this tradition each year on the third full weekend in March!
Two days of festivities include All-You-Can-Eat pancakes and buckwheat cakes with locally made maple syrup, trips to Richter’s sugar camp, crafters and vendors, wood chopping, a photography show, and live entertainment.
See our website here.

16th Annual Ramps & Rail Festival
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:30 UTC | Elkins Depot Welcome Center, 315 Railroad Ave, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 2 Railroad Ave, United States
The 16th Annual Ramps and Rail Festival will be held on April 25, 2026 at the Elkins Depot Welcome Center. The festival continues to grow each year and the Depot hopes everyone will come again this year! You can try different ramp-themed foods and listen to live music, enjoy the craft vendors, and vote for your favorite vendors.
Each year the festivities start at 10am and continue until 4pm. For the second year, we are expanding from the Town Square onto Railroad Ave and 3rd St, making even more room for vendors. Ramp lovers and first-timers alike can find something delicious to enjoy, from ramp-burgers and hotdogs to dumplings and eggrolls. There will be over 75 food and craft booths at the festival. The Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad has train rides available to those who want to take one of the first rides of the year.
Come enjoy the spring season as we celebrate this unique wild edible with a one-of-a-kind Appalachian culinary experience!
Schedule:
9:30am: Registration for the Highlands Trail Foundation bike ride (ride begins at 10am).
10:00am – 4:00pm: Food & craft vendors open
10:00am: Announcements and introductions
11:00am and 1:00pm: Train rides depart (see mountainrailwv.com for tickets)
11:00am – 3:30pm: Live music and entertainment
11:00am – 1:00pm: Perfect Third (Tiffany, Joel, & Seth)
1:30pm – 3:30pm: The Lucky Devils
4:00pm: Presentation of award plaques
VENDOR INFORMATION:
Unfortunately, we will be unable to accommodate any additional vendors at the 2026 Ramps & Rail Festival. Applications are accepted with receipt of payment on a first-come-first-serve basis. For questions regarding a submitted application, please email elkinsdepotmanager@gmail.com or call 304-635-7803.

Mother's Day Celebration | Mill Creek
2026-05-08 - 2026-05-10 | Hamill Park, Park St, Mill Creek, 26280, United States
Mother’s Day weekend activities are now being planned. Plans for a free music concert at Hamill Park on Friday evening , May 8th at 6:00 pm, a parade with line up at 12:30 and kick off at 1:30 pm, a music show featuring Lynnlee Shearer at the park on Saturday after the parade from 2:00-4:00 pm, a free pork BBQ dinner after the parade compliments of the town with Charlie Wegman, and a wrestling event at TVHS on Saturday evening. Dennis Defibaugh has invested a lot of time and effort in getting these activities together for the enjoyment of the valley folks. I know other plans have also been planned by the fire department including a cake walk, craft show, a chicken burn dinner. The Senior Center will be cooking Mother’s Day breakfast on Sunday morning.

Tacos, Tats, & Taps 2026 - Mini Music Festival
2026-06-06 13:00 - 23:00 UTC | Clementine’s Cantina, 112 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV
Join us June 6 for our first ever Tacos, Tats, & Taps Mini Music FestivalFeaturing:•Bands•Vendors•Beer Truck•Flash Tattoos @ 3rd St. Tattoos•Taco Eating Contest•Food from Clementine’s Cantina& more!
FREE ENTRY!21 to drink @ 122 Davis Ave, Elkins(The Block In front of Clementine’s Cantina)
Music and Vendor Lineup will be announced soon!For information on becoming a vendor for this event, please message Clementine’s Cantina. Hosted by 3rd Street Tattoos and Clementine’s Cantina

West Virginia Wild and Wonderful Celtic Festival and Highland Games
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
Join us in celebrating West Virginia Day with a full weekend of music, culture, and community!
Hosted by a proud veteran-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this vibrant event brings the spirit of the Highlands to the heart of Appalachia.
Make it a weekend adventure—overnight camping is available right on-site, so you won’t miss a moment of the magic!
We’re currently inviting:
5K runners
Skilled sheep herders
Pipe and drum bands
Celtic bands and entertainers
Food and merchandise vendors
Irish and Highland dance groups
Highland cattle and Celtic dog owners
Volunteers and community partners
We also welcome sponsors passionate about heritage, community, and celebrating all things West Virginia.
Contact us through the form below or email wvcelticfestgames@gmail.com.
Let’s build an unforgettable weekend together steeped in tradition, and alive with music.

Independence Day Celebration | Whitmer
2026-07-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Whitmer, WV
Join us in Whitmer this Friday to celebrate 250 years of our nation’s independence! FREE live music by Kelsey Jeffries-Performer – 7pm-9pm Face Painting by Kim’s Creations! 50/50 + other great raffles! FREE bounce house + other games! Bubbles, glow sticks, + more available for purchase!Food + Drinks from: Mona’s Eggrolls 𝒮𝒾𝓅 𝓃 𝒟𝒾𝓅Fireworks start at dark!

July 4th Celebration | Harman
2026-07-04 - 2026-07-05 | Harman, WV
July 4 is just around the corner! Our celebration is scheduled on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Festivities start @ 9 a.m. with vendor sales, food trucks and Car show. Chicken burn and parade, tba, live music and fire works at dark! More details to come!

4th of July Auto Extravaganza | Elkins City Park
2026-07-04 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Elkins City Park, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 101 Elkins Ave, United States
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4th of July Parade | Downtown Elkins
2026-07-04 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Join us for a fun-filled 4th of July Parade as we come together to celebrate community, creativity, and 250 years of America!

Saturday, July 4, 2026
Parade Starts at 5:00 PM
Downtown Elkins

REGISTRATION & LINE UP
Southern States | 1200 S Davis Ave
4:00 PM

Bring the whole family and take part in the fun:
Children’s Bike Decorating Contest (12 & Under)
Group Prizes & Float Prizes
UTV/ATV Decorating Contest

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR CHILDREN IN THE BIKE DECORATING!

ALL ATV/UTV’S MUST BE STREET LEGAL
DRIVERS LICENSES & INSURANCE ARE REQUIRED AT REGISTERATION

CASH PRIZES will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each category!
Winners announced at City Hall following the parade.

Whether you’re participating or cheering from the sidelines, you won’t want to miss this hometown celebration!

For more information: 757-576-3597
citizenspromotingcommunity@gmail.com

Fireworks | Pickens
2026-07-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Pickens American Legion Post 122, 3518 Fairview Pickens Rd, Pickens, WV, 26230, United States
Put it on your calendar now! Join us in “downtown” Pickens on July 4th for a great firework show, music and good food. Bring your choice of a side dish for the potluck dinner in the basement of the fire department around 6pm. Also don’t forget your dancing shoes so you can dance to music provided by DJ Princess in the field across from the American Legion Hall and also bring your lawn chairs to sit and enjoy the great firework show at dark. This event is supported by donations and volunteers so please bring cash donations so we can continue this firework show next year. There is a donation jars at Pickens General Store and there will be one at the dinner. There will also be someone coming around to collect donations through out the evening. We appreciate the support! More info to come!!

Fireworks | Downtown Elkins
2026-07-04 21:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Rotary Ampitheatre in Elkins Town Square, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Beverly Firemans Festival
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-26 | Beverly Fire Hall

Randolph County Fair
2026-08-09 - 2026-08-16 | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
August 9-16,2026

Traditional county fair family fun for everyone!

Sunday

9:00 am Gates open
9:00 am Horse Show Registration (Daken Arena)
10:00 am Church Service (Hammer Hall~Upper Campus)
10:00 am Horse Show (Daken Arena)
5:30 pm Doors Open for Pageant
6:00 pm QUEEN AND TEEN RCF PAGEANT

Monday

5:00 pm Doors open for Pageant5:30 pm RCF Children’s Pageant – Ages 0-4

Tuesday

4-7:00 pm Produce, Culinary, Photo, Craft & Horticulture Exhibits Check-In 5:00 pm Doors open for Pageant5:30 pm RCF Children’s Pageant -Ages 5-12

Wednesday

Carnival Opens 5 pm – 9 pm

5:00 pm Gates Open
5-7 pm Exhibits open
5:00 pm 4-H/FFA Tractor Mower Contest & Skill-a-thon6:00 pm FAMILY FUN NIGHT Kid’s Ag Ed, Touch-A-Truck, Ice Cream Social, & More!
6:00 pm Registration for Kid’s Kart Extravaganza
6:30 pm Pet Show
7:00 pm Kid’s Kart Extravaganza7-9 PM Karaoke

Thursday

Carnival Opens 5 pm – 9 pm

10 am-4 pm SENIOR DAY
5:00 pm Gates Open
5-7:00 pm Exhibits Open5:00 pm 4-H/FFA Showmanship Contest 5:30 pm ATV/Motorcycle Drag Race Registration7:00 pm 4-H/FFA Overall Showmanship7:00 pm ATV/MOTORCYCLE DRAG RACES

Friday

Carnival Opens 5 pm – 11 pm

1:00 pm 4-H/FFA Livestock Quiz Bowl5:00 pm Gates open5:00 pm 4-H/FFA Market Animal Show5 – 8 pm Exhibits open5:30 pm Live Music~Stone Creek Band7:30 pm Kids’ Mutton Bustin’8:00 pm RODEO

Saturday

Carnival Open

8:00 am Gates open8:00 am Color Run/Walk Registration9:00 am Color Run/Walk
10:00 am Lumberjack Registration
10 am – 4 pm Car Show
(Upper Campus~No Gate Admission)10 am – 5 pm Craft Show
(Upper Campus~No Gate Admission)10 am – 3 pm Heritage Demonstrations10 am – 6 pm Petting Zoo
11 am – 3 pm Lumberjack ShowNoon Buyer’s LunchNoon Produce & Culinary Awards1:15 pm Livestock Sale2 pm – 6 pm Tractor Pull Registration2:00 pm Cow Patty Bingo3:30 pm Greased Pig Contest4-5:30 pm Live Music~Tithe of Volume5:00 pm Kids’ Pedal Tractor (0-6)6:00 pm TRUCK and TRACTOR PULL9:30 pm Fireworks

Horton-Whitmer Homecoming
2026-09-04 - 2026-09-07 | Whitmer, WV
2026 Homecoming Overview! Friday we’ll kick off the weekend just having fun! – Free bounce house from 5-8 – Karaoke + open mic on Punk’s porch 5-10 – Cornhole tournament at 6 – Free vendor/food setup day! – Preorder t-shirt pickup will be at the Homecoming tent beside the mailboxes!There will be no raffles available Friday!Saturday we’re starting early! – Car show starts at 10 (Winners announced at 2:30) – Vendors and food open as early as 10 – Free live music all day – Bounce house/kids’ zone open 12-8 – Fireman’s parade at 3:30 – Sat.’s 50/50 + raffle auction announced at 7:30Sunday: – Announcements + opening prayer at 12 – Vendors + food open as early as 12 – Bounce house/kids’ zone open 1-8 – Free live music at 1 + 5:30– Children’s parade at 3:30 – Touch-a-truck 4-5:15 – Duck race drop in at 4:30 – Sun.’s 50/50 + raffle auction, the quilt raffle, the glider raffle, a lottery tree, and the silent auction** will be announced at 7:30 – and we’ll end the weekend with the annual square dance at 8Now, Saturday 10-8 *AND* Sunday 12-7 you can find at least one of our officers at the Homecoming tent beside the mailboxes taking care of the following things : – Preorder t-shirt pickup – Homecoming memorabilia sales (t-shirts + more!) – Ticket sales for: daily 50/50 + raffle action, the quilt raffle, the glider raffle, a lottery tree – Silent auction** bidding – Selling duck race ducks (til 4 Sun.) – Arm bands/hand stamps for the bounce house/kids’ zoneA few side notes:• We’ve got more than one surprise in store that we’re super excited for.• I’ve got stars beside “silent auction” in this post because at this time we do not have silent auction items (ya know, if you have it in ya to donate )• No ATM in Whitmer and no cell service in Whitmer! Please be prepared to bring cash if you plan on spending.• We are still accepting vendors! Please send a PM to claim your spot.• Vendors + food vendors will create their own schedule!

2nd Annual Haunted Holler Fest | Downtown Elkins
2026-09-05 13:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Haunted Holler Fest is Back!
Join The Rovira Collective for the 2nd Annual Haunted Holler Festival Experience all the spooky, cryptid, haunted and folklore goodness that #WestVirginia has to offer with local vendors, flash tattoos, delicious food, and more in the downtown Elkins, West Virginia

Saturday September 5th 1-8Downtown Elkins Block Party 3rd + DavisFREE Admission!FREE Entertainment!FREE Fun!
More information to come at https://www.facebook.com/events/2173092396756638

Valley Head Community Days Fall Celebration | Valley Head Fire Department
2026-09-26 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Head Fire Department, Valley Head, WV, 26294, United States
VALLEY HEAD COMMUNITY DAYS FALL CELEBRATION!

Mark your calendars for September 26th and join us for a fun-filled day of fall festivities, family activities, delicious food, friendly competition, shopping, and community fun! Bring your family and friends and spend the day celebrating the beautiful fall season with us!

LOCATION: VALLEY HEAD FIRE DEPARTMENT

YARD SALE & VENDOR/CRAFT SHOW — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Start your day by shopping our yard sale and vendor/craft area! Whether you’re looking for treasures, handmade crafts, goodies, or unique finds, there will be plenty to see. The set-up fee is $10, and vendors should bring their own table. Set-up and the event will run from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Come shop local and support our community!

KIDS PAGEANT — 12:00 PM
Next up is our Kids Pageant! The entry fee is $15 per child. Door admission is $3, overalls are $3 each, and Fan Favorite votes are $1 per vote. Come out and cheer on all of our amazing contestants and make this a special day for our kids!

CHILI COOK-OFF — 2:00 PM
Calling all chili lovers and cooks! Bring your favorite chili recipe and compete for bragging rights in our Chili Cook-Off! The entry fee is $10, and the competition begins at 2:00 PM. Come taste some delicious chili and support our contestants!

APPLE DESSERT BAKING CONTEST — 3:00 PM
Calling all bakers! Bring your favorite apple creation for our Apple Dessert Baking Contest at 3:00 PM. The entry fee is $10. Your dessert can be ANYTHING you’d like—as long as it is made with apples! Whether it’s a pie, cake, crisp, cheesecake, bread, or a creative dessert of your own, we want to see what you can come up with!

We’re looking forward to a wonderful day full of family, food, shopping, laughter, friendly competition, and fall fun! Come out, support our community, and make some great memories with us at the Valley Head Community Days Fall Celebration!

SEPTEMBER 26TH
VALLEY HEAD FIRE DEPARTMENT
COME CELEBRATE FALL WITH US!

Autumn on the Dryfork | Dryfork Recreation Center
2026-10-10 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dry Fork Recreation Center, Harman, WV, United States
Celebrate the classic flavors of fall at this annual gathering held since 1998. Enjoy fresh apple cider and apple butter made the old-fashioned way. See the apples pressed into cider and cooked down into apple butter over fire in a copper kettle.

Autumn on the Dryfork also features live music, a variety of vendors, and homestyle country cooking like fire-roasted chicken and pork. The festival takes place along the Dry Fork River at the Dryfork Recreation Center in Harman just off of Rt 32 behind the Old Mill, and raises money for the facility.
