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“Iceless” Ice Skating @ Palatine Park

Palatine Park will host this year's "iceless" ice skating rink. The rink will be open the following dates: Saturday, Dec. 10 th – Opening day – 5:00pm – 9:00pm Sunday, Dec. 11 th – 1:00pm – 6:00pm Thursday, Dec. 15 th – 5:00pm – 9:00pm Friday, Dec. 16 th – 5:00pm – 9:00pm Saturday, Dec.... View Article

“Iceless” Ice Skating @ Palatine Park

Palatine Park will host this year's "iceless" ice skating rink. The rink will be open on the weekends through the first of January. Skates are available or bring your own.  Palatine Park Ice Skating Skate FREE - skates included 304-363-7037 Saturday, Dec. 17th – 1:00pm – 9:00pm Saturday, Jan. 7th – 1:00pm – 9:00pm

“Iceless” Ice Skating @ Palatine Park

Palatine Park will host this year's "iceless" ice skating rink. The rink will be open on the weekends through the first of January. Skates are available or bring your own.  Palatine Park Ice Skating Skate FREE - skates included 304-363-7037 Wednesday, December 21st – 5:00pm – 9:00pm Wednesday, December 28th – 5:00pm – 9:00pm

CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS 2016

Morris Park Morris Park, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

In honor of the holidays there will be special showings in December , check our facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/celebrationoflightswv/ Closed on Christmas Night. This annual holiday event takes place at Morris Park (Pleasant Valley Road) and is 1.3 miles of animated Christmas displays. Friday, Saturday and Sunday beginning on the Friday after Thanksgiving from 5 to... View Article

Ring in the New Year at Sagebrush Round-Up

Sagebrush Round-Up Bunner Ridge Rd, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show. It also houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Contact Donna Musgrove for tickets at 304-816-6151 Door open at 5 pm and music starts at 8 pm Open Stage 6 – 7  pm (If you would like to perform on the open stage,... View Article

Rocking New Years Eve

Rocking New Years Eve Copper House Grill 1155 Airport Rd., Fairmont (304) 534-8323 Saturday Dec 31 at 7 PM to Jan 1, 2017 at 2 AM Dinner & Drink Specials, a Kicking DJ, and a Champagne Toast at Midnight. FREE ADMISSION to downstairs New Years Festivities with Dinner Receipt. ALL OTHERS $5.00 Admission at the... View Article

Run to Read Half-Marathon

12th Annual Run to Read Half-Marathon benefits Literacy Volunteers of Marion County Registration: Opens at 11:30 am at the Fort on race day Swag: Long-sleeved tech shirt and medal Age divisions: http://ow.ly/XiaM304GuJH Course: Double out & back course. 1% grade. Starting on the paved MCPARC Trail running through the Meredith Tunnel and back to Pricketts Fort. The... View Article

CANCELED – Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, come early and sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner. 5:00... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, come early and sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner. Open... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner served 5 - 10 pm.... View Article

Francis H. Pierpont Birthday Celebration

How do you celebrate a birthday? You throw a party! And that’s exactly what’s happening today when the Marion County Visitor Center plays host in celebrating the life of Francis H. Pierpont. The Marion County Historical Society has organized a day of music, remembrance and of course, cake! 12:30 – 1:00: Social gathering with period... View Article

CLOSED Country Music DUE TO WEATHER

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

PEN Trio Concert

The PEN Trio are Nora Lewis, oboe; Philip Paglialonga, clarinet; and Eric Van der Veer Varner, bassoon. The PEN Trio bridges performance and scholarship to explore and expand the repertoire for the traditional trio d’anches. The ensemble regularly tours throughout North America and abroad and has become known for the quality and energy of its... View Article

PEN Trio Concert

The PEN Trio are Nora Lewis, oboe; Philip Paglialonga, clarinet; and Eric Van der Veer Varner, bassoon. The PEN Trio bridges performance and scholarship to explore and expand the repertoire for the traditional trio d’anches. The ensemble regularly tours throughout North America and abroad and has become known for the quality and energy of its... View Article

Lularoe Party @ Rider Pharmacy Cards & Gifts

Rider Pharmacy Gifts & Collectibles is hosting a Lularoe Party! LuLaRoe sells women's dresses, maxi skirts, pencil skirts, a-line skirts, sheath dresses, and they are all simply comfortable and unique clothing.  LuLaRoe makes limited runs of patterns, so what the person buys is "one of a kind-ish".

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Skate-A-Way Lock-In

Skate A Way 718 Carlone St, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Looking for a fun pre-Valentine outing? Skate-A-Way is hosting a lock-in starting at 10 pm February 11th and ending at 7 am February 12th! $20 covers admission, skate/blade rental, pizza and bottled water for the entire night. Sodas and other concessions will be on sale for regular price!  

“Usering” by artist Jason Robinson @ FSU

The Fairmont State University Department of Art will host the solo multimedia exhibition “Usering” by artist Jason Robinson. The exhibition will run Feb. 13 through March 10. There will be a reception and remote digital gallery talk and question and answer session in Wallman Hall Room 411 at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16. Admission to the... View Article

U.S. Fleet Forces Band Wind Ensemble Concert

Colonial Kids Day @ Pricketts Fort

Fairmont State University is hosting the the U.S. Navy Fleet Forces Band Wind Ensemble at Colebank Hall for students and the community. The U.S. Fleet Forces Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Lieutenant Robert J. Coats, is the largest of the U.S. Fleet Forces Band’s performing units. The band’s repertoire ranges from traditional military marches and... View Article

Disc Golf Tournament

13th Annual Fairmont Ice Bowl & Chili Cook-Off Registration: 8:00 - 9:30 am Entry fee: Food donations + $25 Player Pack: Custom Ice Bowl disc, mini set & chili lunch Unlimited Round One Mulligan's $1 each Charitable Goal: $5,000 and 500 pounds of food (all participants are encouraged to raise additional funds) Raise $50 =... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Ayreheart at St. Peter the Fisherman Church

Performing with two lutes, vocals, colascione and percussion, the quartet Ayreheart continues our presentation of early music. Ayreheart was founded by GRAMMY nominated lutenist and composer Ronn McFarlane and plays the music of Renaissance composers John Dowland, William Byrd, and John Johnson as well as old ballad tunes from England, Scotland and Wales. The Washington... View Article

FSU One-Act Plays

Colonial Kids Day

The stories of two small towns that harbor dark secrets come to life as the Fairmont State University Theatre Program presents two popular one-act plays, “The Lottery,” based on the short story by Shirley Jackson was written by Brainerd Duffield, and “A Rose for Emily,” written by Joseph Robinette based on the short story by... View Article

Pricketts Fort 18th c. Firearms and Accoutrements Show

Pricketts Fort Visitor Center Fairmont, United States

Frontier life continues as Pricketts Fort hosts their annual gun show. Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience from some of the best craftsmen in WV, VA, PA, OH and NEW YORK. From the 18th century reenactor to the serious collector there will be something for everyone at the Visitor Center. Visitors... View Article

Pricketts Fort 18th c. Firearms and Accoutrements Show

Frontier life continues as Pricketts Fort hosts their annual gun show. Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience from some of the best craftsmen in WV, VA, PA, OH and NEW YORK. From the 18th century reenactor to the serious collector there will be something for everyone at the Visitor Center. Visitors... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Pricketts Fort 18th c. Firearms and Accoutrements Show

Pricketts Fort Visitor Center Fairmont, United States

Frontier life continues as Pricketts Fort hosts their annual gun show. Come join us for a fun and educational buying experience from some of the best craftsmen in WV, VA, PA, OH and NEW YORK. From the 18th century reenactor to the serious collector there will be something for everyone at the Visitor Center. Visitors... View Article

John Conlee at Sagebrush Round-Up

Country legend John Conlee (Mr. Rose Colored Glasses), a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville will be in concert. Doors open at 6 pm In addition to ordering on line, tickets can be purchased at Craft Connection Gift Shop or by calling 800-965-9324 Advance tickets:  VIP (preferred seating) w/ meet & greet with John... View Article

Young at Art – Art Exhibition & Runway Show

This event officially kicks-off the 2017 Seeking Stars Art show season featuring a very special art exhibition from the Kinder-vibes and Youth Nativibes art classes.

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

RIVESVILLE VFD HOT DOG SALE

Please help support the Rivesville Volunteer Fire Department during their hot dog and baked goods sale.

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Buckwheat Cake Breakfast at Pricketts Fort

Help us celebrate the first week of spring with a delicious buckwheat breakfast catered by Linda Jack. Price includes meal and audio tour of the fort. History Alive  presentation on Julia Child begins at 11:30 am. Breakfast and tour $14.50 (must RSVP for breakfast by Wednesday, March 22).

Pricketts Fort Lecture Series: Julia Child

In the 1960’s a tall gangly woman with a preposterous voice and a joy of life revolutionized the art of cooking for Americans. Julia Child became an icon of gourmet cooking, and using her remarkable energy, humor, and skill, changed the way Americans thought about eating. The First Lady of Food as she has been... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Bridal Show

Join us at the 2nd Annual Small Town Bridal Show to meet with esteemed event specialists to begin planning the wedding of your dreams! Schedule of Events: 11:00 am-2:00 pm: Vendor Exhibits | Food & Cake Tastings | Photo Booth (K&D Photo Fun) 2:00 pm-3:00 pm: Fashion Show along with Prize Drawings – must be present... View Article

Katherine Siochi at St. Peter the Fisherman Church

The Fairmont Chamber Music Society  closes their season with the lovely young harpist and pianist, Katherine Siochi. Katherine is an award winning classical harpist residing in New York City who continues to perform as a piano soloist and chamber musician. She has performed in major venues including Carnegie Hall, Orchestra Hall Minneapolis, and more, and... View Article

Mountaineer State History Expo

Marion County Courthouse 217 Adams Street, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

The Marion County Courthouse will host the annual Mountaineer State History Expo. The day will feature activities and displays from the Revolutionary War Period to present time. Reenators will on hand to celebrate the final year of the Civil War Sesquicentennial. Meet Gov. Francis H. Pierpont and First Lady Julia or Jezebel, a 1931 Huckster. Taste... View Article

Mountaineer State History Expo

Marion County Courthouse 217 Adams Street, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

The Marion County Courthouse will host the annual Mountaineer State History Expo. The day will feature activities and displays from the Revolutionary War Period to present time. Reenators will on hand to celebrate the final year of the Civil War Sesquicentennial. Meet Gov. Francis H. Pierpont and First Lady Julia or Jezebel, a 1931 Huckster. Taste... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Disc Golf for Women @ Morris Park

Golfers will gather at Pavilion 2 at 5:30 pm (big pavilion to the left as you enter park). You can park in the circle at the entrance and walk over, or drive around the circle and park right in front of Pavilion 2. Tee off 5:45 pm. Beginners of ALL AGES and levels of fitness are ENCOURAGED... View Article

School of the Longhunter at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park

An intense weekend of instruction, exploring the role of early frontiersmen on the American frontier. Speakers will focus on the frontier skills of the longhunter. Space is limited and registration required. To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Family Fishing Day @ Curtisville Lake

Curtisville Lake and Campground Curtisville Lake and Campground, Curtisville Pike, Mannington, WV 26582, USA, Mannington, United States

Join MCPARC for a day of fishing and family fun at Curtisville Lake, Mannington Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Fishing licenses are required for participants who are 15 years of age or older. DNR officers will be present to assist children. This event is for families to encourage everyone to get outdoors and enjoy a truly recreational... View Article

Easter Egg Hunt @ East Marion Veterans Memorial Park

East Marion Veterans Memorial Park (Exit 136; Downtown Exit) will host the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Three "hunt" times for various ages listed below. Ages 3 to 5 - 12:00 p.m. Ages 6 to 8 - 1:00 p.m. Ages 9 to 12 - 2:00 p.m.​ ​If you have a child in two or more of the... View Article

Mannington Easter Egg Hunt

  Easter Bunny The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures throughout the entire event. Please bring your camera and do not forget to treat him with kindness! Egg Hunt There are four age-divided areas for the Easter Egg Hunts for children ages 0 - 10 years . Announcements will be made indicating where the... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Annual Spring Bird Walks

Pricketts Fort State Park Pricketts Fort State Park, 106 Overfort Ln, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Come celebrate the joys of spring with a Saturday morning bird walk. Staff of the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources will lead the public on this annual rite of passage. Wear sturdy walking shoes and bring binoculars if you have them. To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Basket Workshop with Helen Efaw

Learn to make a waste paper basket with locally acclaimed basket weaver Helen Efaw. The class is designed for the beginner as well as the advanced beginner in the art of basket weaving. This is an all day class, so you will need to bring your own lunch. Learn more about Pricketts Fort here.

Gardening Clinic

Marion County Extension Service's Master Gardeners are hosting a free “Grow Your Garden Clinic” The event will provide education tracks on growing various vegetables, flowers, shrubs, managing unwanted animals while inviting beneficial insects to name a few. There will be a variety of vendors selling goods like plants, herbs and herbal products, soaps, jellies/jams, honey... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Author, Richard Fleming @ Pricketts Fort

Lewis Wetzel came of age near the end of the Revolutionary War and was an important participant in the twenty-year war between the woodland Indian Nations and the settlers of western Pennsylvania, western Virginia, and Kentucky. The novel, although classified as historical fiction, traces Wetzel's life over a period of more than twenty years, featuring... View Article

Delta Zeta Turtle Trot 5k

Run, Walk, Trot to the Delta Zeta's 13th Annual Turtle Trot 5k! All proceeds benefit the Starkey Hearing Foundation. The Starkey Hearing Foundation conducts hearing missions in the United States and around the globe to bring the gift of hearing to those who would otherwise live in the isolation of a silent world. Pre-registration includes... View Article

Spring Into Action Fair

Board Game Night @ Rambling Root

Spring Into Action Fair 2017 is a street fair where local food and business vendors, entertainment, and community organizations come together in one place to promote all that is great in Marion County. Sponsored each year by Leadership Marion, the Spring Into Action Fair provides an opportunity for participating non-profit and community agencies to share... View Article

Bluegrass Saturday @ Sagebrush Round-Up

SAGEBRUSH ROUND-UP Bunner Ridge Road, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show. It also houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Davis Bradley WVU Bluegrass Band Allegheny Reign Come early and try a home cooked dinner. The Sagebrush Round-Up is located on Bunner Ridge near Fairmont WV – just six miles east of... View Article

Kiwanis of Mannington Breakfast

Saturday is a very busy day in Mannington! Be sure to fuel up with a hearty breakfast before you head out to the Great Buffalo Canoe Race and a day of yard-selling. The Kiwanis will be serving sausage gravy & biscuits along with juice, coffee and water.    

Great Buffalo Canoe Race

Calling all kayak and canoe enthusiasts!  It’s time for the Annual Great Buffalo Canoe Race. Registration starts at 8 am at Hough Park and the race begins at 9 am. The race ends at the walking bridge in Farmington and there’ll be a small reception at the Farmington Fire Dept following the race. Must have a life... View Article

Mannington City Wide Yard Sale

Mannington Mannington, WV 26582, USA, Mannington, United States

Calling all Yard Sale enthusiasts! Manny the Pink Yard Sale Pig welcomes you to the Mannington City Wide Yard Sale. Find Manny and win gift certificates to participating Mannington businesses.

Heirloom Plant Sale at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park

Program provided by the Marion County Master Gardeners. All proceeds go to maintaining the gardens at Prickett’s Fort State Park. To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Spring Truck Mud Bog

Paw Paw Fairgrounds Rivesville, WV, USA, Rivesville, United States

Nothing says spring like a mud bog at the Paw Paw Fairgrounds!  

Fairmont’s First Friday

Fairmont's First Friday Arts and Music Series (rescheduled from May 5) kicks off tonight at 6:00 p. m . on Veteran's Square Plaza. Performances by South Mountain Soul and Brother Short Band. Other dates: June 2, July 7, August 4 and September 1

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Mother’s Day at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort 88 Park Dr, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Celebrate mom with half-price admission to the fort. Learn more about Pricketts Fort at www.prickettsfort.org

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

West Virginia Three Rivers Festival

Palatine Park Palatine Park, Everest Dr, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Come and enjoy the live entertainment, carnival, parade, fantastic food, world championship pepperoni roll eating contest and a gigantic fireworks display. 2017 WV Three Rivers Festival Ride Tickets 1 for $ 1 or 24 for $ 20 (most rides is 4 tickets) Wednesday, May 24 6-9 pm Stamp $ 15 6PM—Carnival Opens 9PM—Carnival Closes Thursday,... View Article

Sheep to Shawl at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park

Watch how sheep are sheared and then see the various processes involved in preparing wool including carding, spinning and weaving. A shawl will be made at the fort and raffled off on WV Day School tours are welcome on Friday. School Tours $5.00/student $6.00/chaperone (one free chaperone admission per each 10 students) To learn more about Pricketts... View Article

Julia Pierpont Celebration

Julia Augusta (Robertson) Pierpont, wife of Francis H. Pierpont is credited with organizing the first Decoration Day (now known as Memorial Day). The public is invited to  help us celebrate this extraordinary woman.   10:30 - 11:00   Meet at Gatherings, the Pierpont Church, on Monroe Street across from the former Fairmont Fire Department      ... View Article

Marion County Pools Open

Wave Pool  The Wave Pool will be open daily from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM, weather permitting. Adult Day Pass – $6.00 Child Day Pass – $5.00 Senior Citizen Day Pass – $5.00 Adult After 4:00 PM – $4.00 Child after 4:00 PM – $3.00 Adult Coupon Book – $31.00 Child Coupon Book – $25.00... View Article

NO SHOW – Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Backroads & BBQ @ Round Barn

Back by popular demand, Marion County's local bluegrass band, Backroads, will perform  at the Hamilton Round Barn in Mannington. Enjoy  Backroads as they play a variety of country, bluegrass, gospel and oldies.  Come early and enjoy a BBQ dinner. Other concert dates include: July 29, August 26, September 30 and October 28

Splash Park Opens

The Splash Park opens today at Palatine Park. The Splash Park is open daily until dusk.

Bass Nation West Virginia Bass Tournament

BNWV Buddy Trail Championship. This is a Bass Nation West Virginia Bass Tournament and we will crown the 2017 BNWV Buddy Trail Champions at the end of day two. Tournament hours are from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm with weigh-in starting at 4:00 at the ramp. There will also be an open tournament on October 7, ... View Article

PattyFest 2017

15th Annual PattyFest - Old-Time Music Festival celebrating the life and music of Patty Looman - renowned mountain and hammered dulcimer musician (2007 Vandalia Award Winner - WV's highest folklife honor) The program includes free admission and free workshops, an open stage and jammin’. Registration forms for workshops and open-stage performances are found here and here. Food, including... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Fairmont Farmers Market

Veteran's Square Plaza 320 Adams Street, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Fresh produce, baked goods, fresh picked berries, and honey and other seasonal deliciousness! Tuesday 4-6 pm; Saturday 9-11 am    

Relay For Life of Marion County

East Marion Park East Marion Park, 35 City View Terrace, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is the world's largest and most impactful fundraising event to end cancer. It unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action to finish the fight once and for all. With the support of thousands of volunteers like... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

6th Annual Accordion Concert

Knights of Columbus 1529 Mary Lou Retton Drive, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Calling all accordion fans! Join us for Fairmont's 6th Annual Accordion Concert  6:00 pm pre show: Sammy Manno from Fairmont, WV Dale & Aaron Illig from Cardale, PA Connie Mantini from Morgantown, WV The Wise Guys           The Wise Guys – Greg Marlow and Jim Rice from Williamsburg, VA  have been entertaining... View Article

Family Movie Night @ Palatine Park

Palatine Parks's Summer Event Series kicks off with the showing of Disney's The BFG (rated PG). An orphan little girl befriends a benevolent giant who takes her to Giant Country, where they attempt to stop the man-eating giants that are invading the human world.

Hearth Cooking Demo at Pricketts Fort

Come out and tour the fort and smell the food cooking over an open hearth, the way food was prepared during the colonial period of our history. Recipes will be available upon request. To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Colonial Kids Day at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park Pricketts Fort State Park, 106 Overfort Ln, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Bring the kids to the fort for a full day of fun and educational activities. Includes life in the militia, games of the colonial child and a story in the Thomas Library. Regular admission applies and children must be accompanied by an adult. To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Spring Music Festival @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10 pm 6 - 7 pm                 The Round-Up Band 7:15 - 8:30 pm  ... View Article

Mountaineer Allstar Showcase @ Palatine Park

Featuring performance by Brother Short Band. At the heart of their work are unique stylings of crowd favorites from classic rock, blues, country (old and new)--along with many original songs. Their hook is surefire, with a range of influences from Johnny Cash to Led Zepplin.

To Kill A Mockingbird @ Pricketts Fort

Greg Short @ The Rambling Root 101 Fairmont Ave., Fairmont, WV, United States

  Fairmont State University's Town & Gown Players is excited to return to Prickett's Fort Amphitheater with To Kill a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. For tickets, call the box office at 304.367.4240 Note: Tickets are available to purchase at the fort prior to curtain, by cash or check only.  Dates: June 16,... View Article

Blacksmithing at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park Pricketts Fort State Park, 106 Overfort Ln, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Come out and watch some of the best blacksmiths in North Central West Virginia apply their skills.  There will be demonstrations throughout the day on many aspects of traditional and modern blacksmithing.          To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Spring Music Festival @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10 pm 5 pm                     Doors Open 5:30 - 6  pm    ... View Article

Father’s Day at Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park Pricketts Fort State Park, 106 Overfort Ln, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Half off admission for all fathers To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

West Virginia Day at Pricketts Fort

On June 20, 1863, West Virginia became the 35th state to enter the Union. Come and celebrate West Virginia statehood with half price admission To learn more about Pricketts Fort click here

Fairmont Flyers Disc Golf Championship

PDGA C-Tier & WVDGA Point Series Tournament 2017-2018 Club Bag-Tags will be available at this event First 50 armatures to register will get a bonus Dynamic Discs Scorecard Holder. Entry Fees: Open/Pro Women - $73 All other Pro's - $53 Advanced - $48 Intermediate - $38 Recreational - $33 Juniors - $28 *add $10 if not... View Article

MR Pioneer Trail Paddle Fest @ Palatine Park

Paddle the Monongahela River, the pioneer highway once paddled by native people.  Later the river became the coal shipping route that fueled the Industrial Revolution in Pittsburgh. Bring your kayak, canoe or board and join us for a leisurely paddle from Palatine Park to Rivesville. In Rivesville enjoy an afternoon of small town WV country charm, including... View Article

Country Music @ Sagebrush Round-Up

The Sagebrush Round-Up is the host of a weekly country music show and houses the Country Music Hall of Fame for West Virginia. Open Stage 6 – 6:30 (If you would like to perform on the open stage, please sign up with the MC) Come early and try a home cooked dinner - 5 - 10... View Article

Lecture With John Boback @ Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort 88 Park Dr, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

    The Western Virginia Backcountry: A  Short History of a Very Long Frontier with John Boback An in depth look at Jacob Prickett who has long been celebrated as being one of the earliest pioneers on the western Virginia frontier. John Boback will argue the opposite position by presenting the Pricketts as late comers to... View Article

The Allies Band Concert @ Pricketts Fort

Pricketts Fort State Park Amphitheater Pricketts Fort State Park, 106 Overfort Ln, Fairmont, WV 26554, USA, Fairmont, United States

Come out and enjoy an evening of entertainment with the Allies.   The Allies are a  six piece classic rock group who have been performing in the area for over 20 years. The Allies enjoy playing a variety of tunes from the 60s 70s and 80s and will have you rockin’ and dancin’ all evening. This... View Article