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07/17/2025

Explore the WV Farm Crawl, a homegrown adventure happening every weekend in July! While you’re out discovering farms, don’t miss a stop at one of our local favorites Swilled Dog! They proudly craft whiskey, bourbon and gin right here in West Virginia. Whether you’re tasting their smooth spirits or learning about their craft, it’s a perfect way to support local makers and experience the best of WV’s rich flavors! 🥃🐾🌿

📍Swilled Dog Distillery + farms across West Virginia
📅Every weekend in July
⏰Times vary by location
💲Free to attend — some activities may have a fee

Want to map your WV Farm Crawl weekend easily? Download the Visit Mountaineer Country App, tap “Day Trips,” then scroll to “WV Farm Crawl” to start planning!

Start here: https://visitmountaineercountry.visitwidget.com/tours/wv-farm-crawl-trail
More info: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/plan-your-visit/

07/15/2025

Hit the trails at Bike Bash WV 2025! A huge celebration of mountain biking in Wild, Wonderful West Virginia!🚵‍♂️🌲🏕️

📍Big Bear Lake Trail Center, Bruceton Mills, WV
📅Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 20
⏰Event times vary
💲$65–$150 (includes 3 nights of camping, trail access, and amenities)

With nearly 50 miles of trail to explore, Bike Bash WV offers an incredible venue, camping, showers, and full access to the Big Bear trail network. Attendance is capped at 800 to preserve the experience, so register early before it sells out!

For more information, visit: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/bike-bash-wv-2025/

Join us for Bike Bash WV, held at the Big Bear Lake Trail Center in Bruceton Mills, WV. An amazing venue and trail network, with almost 50 miles of trail, for you to enjoy.  Come celebrate mountain biking in Wild Wonderful West Virginia! Your registration gets you three nights of camping, access ...

07/10/2025

Get ready for the WV Farm Crawl, a homegrown adventure happening every weekend in July! While on the crawl, don’t miss Portland Coffee in Terra Alta! Portland Coffee is a cozy spot in histoic Preston County. Known for its organic, small-batch brews and welcoming vibe, it’s the perfect place to relax, connect, and enjoy some of the best coffee (and tea!) around. Grab a cup, make a friend, and take home a bag to remember your visit! This crawl is your chance to support locals and experience the very best of West Virginia’s local favorites!☕🍪🧑‍🌾 🥯

📍Portland Coffee + farms/local businesses across West Virginia
📅Every weekend in July
⏰Times vary by location
💲Free to attend — activity prices may vary

Want to map your WV Farm Crawl weekend easily? Download the Visit Mountaineer Country App, tap “Day Trips,” and scroll to “WV Farm Crawl” to start planning!

Start here: https://visitmountaineercountry.visitwidget.com/tours/wv-farm-crawl-trail
More info: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/plan-your-visit/

07/04/2025

🎆Happy 4th of July from Visit Mountaineer Country! Celebrate Independence Day in style with great music, local flavor, and unforgettable vibes all weekend long!

🎶Kick off the night with Hello June at The Rustic Church.

The beloved indie band, Hello June, returns to The Rustic Church in Reedsville for a special July 4th performance! Enjoy fan favorites, brand-new tracks, and the warm community vibe you’ve come to love. With local craft brews from Short Story Brewing and delicious concessions, it’s the perfect way to wind down your Fourth with music under the stars. 🎤🍻✨

📍The Rustic Church at Modern Homestead
📅 Friday, July 4
⏰ Doors Open at 5 p.m. | Show at 6 p.m.
💲$23.09 General Admission | $38.92 with Beer Ticket

🎻Keep the weekend going with Halftime String Band at Chestnut Ridge Park.

Part of their Summer Concert Series, Mon County Parks & Rec is bringing you the Halftime String Band! , With their unique “jam grass” Americana style, the WV hills are sure to be rolling with good times.. Bring your chairs or blankets, enjoy the food trucks, and relax to great tunes in a scenic mountain setting. 🪕🌲🍔

📍Chestnut Ridge Park & Campground
📅 Saturday, July 5
⏰ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
💲$5 Per Person | Free for Kids 6 and Under | Leashed Pets Welcome

For more ways to spend your Independence Day Weekend, visit our blog: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/7-ways-celebrate-july-4th/

Looking for something to do this 4th of July? Locals have always been patriotic when it comes to participating in July 4th activities, and now you can join in on the fun, too! Put on your red, white, and blue attire and start waving those American flags because the 4th of July is almost here! […]

07/02/2025

Exciting news, coffee lovers! Portland Coffee WV has special hours this week and all July long!

Whether you’re an early bird or joining the Farm Crawl fun, they’ve got you covered! Swing by for your favorite brew and celebrate summer with Portland Coffee!☀️☕️

Special Hours:
• July 1–3: 6am–11am
• July 4–6: 8am–3pm
• Every Sunday in July: 8am–3pm for the Farm Crawl!

PLUS — don’t miss the Mountaineer Deal!
Get a FREE 16oz drink with the purchase of a 12oz bag of coffee!
➡️ Check out the deal: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/deals/portland-coffee/

07/01/2025

Summer nights and riverfront vibes! 🎶

Join Friends of the Cheat for another installment of the Cheat River Trailhead Community Concert Series featuring The Wilson Family Band, a local favorite bringing family harmonies and homegrown tunes to the banks of the Cheat! 🎻🌄

Held under the Keith Pitzer Memorial Pavilion at the Cheat River Rail-Trail Trailhead, this free community event also includes food trucks from Top Dawg and the Crazed Lemon, fun kids’ activities, and educational displays celebrating over 30 years of watershed restoration.

Bring your blanket or lawn chairs, your friends (and your leashed pets), and kick back for a memorable evening of music and community connection.

📍Cheat River Rail-Trail Trailhead
📅 Friday, July 11
⏰ 6-8 p.m.
💲Free Admission

🌟Bonus: Attend 3 events and get your Cheat River Rail-Trail Passport stamped for a chance to win a limited-edition framed print by Logan Schmitt!

For more information, visit: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/cheat-river-trailhead-community-concert-series-the-wilson-family-band/

Held under the Keith Pitzer Memorial Pavilion at the Cheat River Rail-Trail Trailhead in Kingwood, WV, this series will showcase a fantastic lineup of local solo artists and bands for all to enjoy. Friday, July 11th 6-8pm will feature music by The Wilson Family Band. Food by Top Dawg and the Crazed....

06/26/2025

Step back in time at New Deal Fest 2025 and celebrate the legacy of Arthurdale—West Virginia’s first New Deal community! 🇺🇸

Enjoy a full day of live music, artisan demos, historic tours, antique cars and tractors, contests, and fun for the whole family. Kids can join in sack races, get their faces painted, visit the petting zoo, and so much more. Support local heritage while making lasting memories! 🎶🎨🏆🐐🎉

📍18 Q Road – Arthurdale, WV
📅Saturday, July 12
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
💲$10 General Admission | $5 Children | Free for Ages 4 & Under

For more information visit:
https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/new-deal-fest-2025/

Celebrate the rich history of Arthurdale, West Virginia’s first New Deal community, at the annual New Deal Festival. Enjoy a day filled with live music, artisan demonstrations, historic building tours, and family-friendly activities. Highlights include a craft market featuring local artisans, anti...

06/24/2025

Don’t miss MARKET MANIA in Newburg! This farmers market, craft fair, and flea market all rolled into one! 🪴🛒 🥕 🍅 🌻 🏷️

From plants and produce to tools, crafts, and collectibles, there’s something for everyone. Whether you're buying, selling, or just browsing, it’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday. Vendor spots are only $5—sign up and join the fun!

📍Newburg Senior Center
📅Saturday, June 28
⏰ 9:00 a.m.
💲Free to attend | $5 per vendor table

For more information visit:
https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/newburg-community-market-mania/

On Saturday, June 28 the Newburg Community will host MARKET MANIA. It’s a FARMERS MARKET, it’s a CRAFT FAIR, and it’s a FLEA MARKET ALL AT ONCE. They hope to see plants, vegetables, honey, crafts of all kinds, household items, tools, collectibles, etc. Whether you come to buy or sell, it shoul...

06/20/2025

Happy West Virginia Day! 🎉🎂

Today, we’re joining in with West Virginia Tourism and celebrating the wild, wonderful beauty of the Mountain State in ! There’s nothing like the beauty, community, and spirit of the Mountaineer Country. Enjoy our favorite moment (except we couldn’t just pick one) to help fill your feed with West Virginia pride today.

📸 Now it’s your turn- show us how you celebrate this wild and wonderful place! Post your favorite West Virginia memory today with , and tag West Virginia Tourism.

Let’s show the world why there’s no place like West Virginia. 💛⛰️

06/17/2025

🎉B-I-N-G-O!

Join the Newburg Seniors for an afternoon of classic bingo, good company, and lots of laughs. All ages are welcome, so bring a friend or two, and enjoy a relaxing Thursday together.

📍 Newburg Senior Center
📅 Thursday, June 19
⏰ 1-3 p.m.
💲Free Admission

This event happens every third Thursday of the month- come for the bingo, stay for the community spirit!

For more information, visit: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/newburg-seniors-bingo-4/

BINGO is a lot of FUN! The Newburg Seniors offer an afternoon of BINGO from 1 – 3 pm. All ages are welcome! Want to have relaxing afternoon of fun? Come to the Newburg Senior Center on the third Thursday of each month – June 19 – at 36 E Railroad Street. Join in the […]

06/12/2025

Join the fun at Arthurdale Heritage by dancing the night away and celebrating West Virginia’s birthday with a beloved Mountain State tradition, Square Dancing! No experience needed, and admission is completely FREE thanks to grant funding from Try This! WV. There’s plenty of seating and plenty of Appalachian spirit so be sure to stop by to enjoy the live old-time music! 👢🎻💃🎶

📍 Arthurdale Heritage, 18 Q Rd., Arthurdale, WV 26520
📅 June 14, 2025
💲 Free
⏰ 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Learn more: https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/west-virginia-day-square-dance/

Celebrate the birthday of the Mountain State with a favorite WV tradition: square dancing! No admission fee or experience necessary! You’re also welcome to just come and listen to live old-time music–there will be plenty of places to sit. This square dance will be held in our outdoor event space...