Blennerhassett Island Tours

Blennerhassett Island Historical Park
420-4800

› Official Website

Blennerhassett Island is open to the public from Spring to Autumn. There are many events there throughout the season, the highlight being the Candlelight Tour. This tour features period characterization by the Friends of Blennerhassett on the island and in the mansion, depicting the Christmas season of the era.

Mid-Ohio Valley Multi-Cultural Festival

City Park, Parkersburg
428-4405 or 428-1552

This three-day event in June provides entertainment, cuisine, education and artistic expressions from many cultures.

River Cities Symphony Orchestra

485-7068

The River Cities Symphony Orchestra is committed to bring symphonic music to the Mid-Ohio Valley using the finest professional musicians from throughout the region. Performances on selected dates and at various locations throughout the year.

West Virginia Interstate Fair & Exposition

Fairgrounds on Butcher Bend Road, Mineral Wells
489-1301

This annual fair in July displays 4-H exhibits, contests, professional entertainment, track events, livestock exhibits, a carnival, a tremendous amount of food (can you say "funnel cakes"?) and much more for the entire family.

Harvest Moon Arts & Crafts Festival

City Park, Parkersburg
424-3457

The festival is held every September and boasts quality food, entertainment and approximately 200 booths displaying wares from local and regional artists and craftsmen.

Holiday in the Park

Parkersburg City Park

› Take a virtual tour

Drive through the park and see the lighted decorations provided by local businesses and organizations. Holiday in the park opens with a large ceremony featuring music and a visit from Mr. & Mrs. Kris Kringle.

Parkersburg Homecoming Festival

Second & Ann Streets,
Parkersburg

› parkersburg-homecoming.com

This festival takes place every third Friday of August through Sunday. Local residents entertain and compete in contests. Other attractions include a parade down Market Street, headliner music groups and singers, lots and lots of food and one of the largest fireworks displays in the area.

West Virginia Honey Festival

City Park, Parkersburg
428-5835 or 428-1130

This September festival seeks to educate the public on beekeeping, honey and the uses of honey. Activities include baking contest and auction, entertainment, concessions, arts and crafts and a beard of live bees (no kidding!).