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LEWISBURG Taste of Our Towns OCTOBER 9
Thousands of residents and visitors will gather on the streets of historic Lewisburg for this year ’s 36th annual TOOT festival to sample delicious food from local eateries, civic clubs, and volunteer organizations. NORTHERN PANHANDLE
WHEELING 88th Annual Wheeling Jamboree SEPTEMBER 25
Head to Wheeling for live music during the 88th annual Wheeling Jamboree—the second oldest live radio broadcast in the country. This year ’s show starts at 7 p.m. and will feature performances by Steve Wariner, The Larry Stephenson Band, Andrea Call, and Tim Norman. WHEELING Christmas in November Craft Show NOVEMBER 19–21 More than 175 vendors will be on hand at the Wesbanco Arena in Wheeling for this popular annual craft show held the weekend before Thanksgiving. Plan a visit and get a jump on your Christmas shopping with unique and handmade finds. POTOMAC HIGHLANDS
MOUNTAINEER COUNTRY
FAIRMONT Pricketts Fort State Park Christmas in October OCTOBER 8-10
Head down to this historic state park for a unique holiday shopping experience at the Fort ’s Visitor’s Center. Talented artisans and makers will showcase their work, with demonstrations through the weekend. MORGANTOWN Hops on the Mon Craft Beer and Food Festival OCTOBER 16 Sample beer from all over the world this fall at the 4th annual Hops on the Mon in downtown Morgantown. The event includes live music, delicious food and drink, and friendly competitions like the “Super Slider Shootout.” NEW RIVER/GREENBRIER VALLEY
DAVIS Leaf Peeper’s Festival SEPTEMBER 24–26
Head to the tiny town of Davis for the return of this year ’s Leaf Peeper’s Festival during the last weekend of September. Enjoy music, crafts, and a slate of events scheduled to honor the season in one of the state’s best fall mountain towns.
BURLINGTON 48th Annual Burlington Apple Harvest Festival OCTOBER 1–3
THURMOND Thurmond Ghost Hunt SEPTEMBER 25
Travel to Burlington for this annual affair celebrating the apple harvest, organized by the Apple Harvest Auxiliary. The three-day festival features food competitions, car shows, live music, arts and crafts, and an all-day flea market on Sunday.
Head to ACE Adventure Resort in Oak Hill for a night of paranormal fun during the Thurmond Ghost Hunt. Spend several hours exploring the remains of the old railroad town with investigators and experience the serious ghostly activity. Limited tickets available.
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