events
& festivals

SMALL TOWN CELEBRATIONS

Little Kanawha
Riverfest

The Little Kanawha Riverfest brings the community together with a full day of riverside fun. Held the second Saturday in June, visitors can enjoy live music, local food, and artisan vendors. The main event is Anything That Floats But a Boat race, where creative homemade crafts take to the water in a lighthearted competition. It is a celebration of the river, the people, and the spirit of Wirt County. More information can be found here.

ELIZABETH-WIRT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ICE CREAM SOCIAL

The Elizabeth‑Wirt Volunteer Fire Department Annual Ice Cream Social is a highlight of summer in Wirt County, held each year on the Saturday closest to Independence Day. The day kicks off with the Fireman’s Parade and the 5K Firecracker Run, followed by live music, food, and of course plenty of homemade ice cream. As evening falls, the celebration culminates in a patriotic fireworks display that lights up the sky over Elizabeth — a perfect tribute to community, tradition, and American pride.

SUMMER CONCERT
SERIES - MUSIC IN
THE PARK

Bring your lawn chair and soak up the sounds of summer at Music in the Park, a lively showcase of local talent held the third Saturday of each month from May through July. The music kicks off at 7 p.m., featuring everything from country favorites to classic rock. It’s family-friendly fun under the open sky, where everyone can relax, listen, and enjoy the rhythm of the community..

WIRT COUNTY FAIR

Held the second full week in August, the Wirt County Fair offers a full celebration of community and Appalachian tradition. Guests can enjoy exciting track events including mud bogs and truck pulls, live entertainment throughout the week, a wide range of local crafter exhibits, classic carnival rides for all ages, and a livestock show that highlights the dedication of area youth. It is a warm and lively gathering that brings the county together year after year. More info can be found here.

WIRT COUNTY
PIONEER DAY

Held the first Saturday in October, Wirt County Pioneer Day celebrates Appalachian heritage with a full day of family‑friendly activities. Visitors can enjoy local vendors, live music, museum tours, a classic car show, antique engine displays, and horse‑drawn wagon rides through the town. The highlight of the day is the dramatic Civil War reenactment — a living history experience that brings the past to life in the heart of West Virginia. To find out more, click here.

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