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09/04/2026

Celebrate Italian culture, food, music, and tradition at the 47th Annual West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival! 🇮🇹🍝🎶 Spend Labor Day weekend enjoying three days of live entertainment, authentic Italian cuisine, cultural exhibits, family activities, the Grand Feature Parade, cooking demonstrations, contests, local vendors, and more in downtown Clarksburg.

📍 Downtown Clarksburg, WV
📅 Friday, September 4-6
⏰ Times vary

For more information, visit:
https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/west-virginia-italian-heritage-festival/

09/02/2026

Celebrate September’s First Friday at The Co-Op! Stop by to explore a display of works by artist Michael Green and enjoy an evening celebrating local art and creativity in downtown Morgantown. 🎨✨

📍 The Co-Op | 131 Pleasant St, Morgantown, WV
📅 Friday, September 4
⏰ 6:00 p.m.
💲 Free

For more information, visit:
https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/the-co-op-presents-first-friday-with-michael-green/

09/02/2026

Fall has entered the chat and Mountaineer Country is ready for it! From scenic views to crisp mountain air, there’s no better time to explore. 💛💙
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09/01/2026

Close out the summer concert season with Schnell & Paris at the West Virginia Botanic Garden! 🎶🌿Enjoy an evening of live music featuring rich harmonies, acoustic guitar, piano, harmonica, and a mix of creative covers and heartfelt originals.

📍 West Virginia Botanic Garden | Tyrone Road, Morgantown, WV
📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
💲 $10

For more information, visit:
https://www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/summer-concert-series-schnell-paris/

08/31/2026

Spend the day shopping local in Downtown Morgantown! From unique gifts and handmade finds to books, outdoor gear and more, there’s something to discover around every corner.🛍️✨
📍 Hoot & Howl
📍 Tanner’s Alley
📍 River Fair Trade
📍 Monkey Wrench Books
📍 Pathfinder
📍 Appalachian Gallery

Which Downtown Morgantown shop is your favorite? 👀

08/28/2026

We made it to Round 2! 🏔️

Now we need your help again! Vote for Morgantown in Blue Ridge Outdoors’ Top Adventure Towns and help us make it to the next round.

Voting is open Aug. 24-30

Vote here: www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/toptowns/

08/28/2026

Get ready for a fun-filled Back-to-School Bash!🎒

Appalachians in Motion and BOPARC are teaming up for a day of games, food, fun, and giving back at the BOPARC Sports Complex. Compete in a Co****le Tournament or Dodgeball Tournament, shop local vendors, enjoy food trucks and ice cream, and more!

You can also help local students get ready for the school year by bringing new school supplies to benefit Suncrest Elementary School. 📚✏️

📅 Saturday, August 29
📍 BOPARC Sports Complex, Morgantown
💲 $20-$25
🌽 Co****le: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
🏐 Dodgeball: 3-8 p.m.

For registration and more information, visit: www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/back-to-school-bash-cornhole-tournament-dodgeball-tournament-school-supply-drive/

08/26/2026

Young aviation enthusiasts ages 8-17 can experience the excitement of flight at Young Eagles Day! Local volunteer pilots will provide free airplane rides with parent or guardian consent, giving kids the chance to get a firsthand look at aviation.

The event will also highlight aviation and STEM career opportunities, making it a fun way for kids and families to explore what a future in aviation could look like.

✈️ Young Eagles Day
📍 Morgantown Municipal Airport
🎟️ Free airplane rides for ages 8-17

For more information, visit: www.visitmountaineercountry.com/event/young-eagles-day/.

Young aviation enthusiasts ages 8–17 are invited to take to the skies during Young Eagles Day! Local volunteer pilots will provide free airplane rides with parent or guardian consent, giving participants an exciting introduction to the world of aviation. This year’s event will also highlight avi...

08/26/2026

August at the Botanic Garden just feels right 🌿✨