New Exhibit to Open at West Virginia Culture Center
2026-03-23 09:00 - 2026-06-22 17:00 (America/New_York)
West Virginia Archives and History presents “Black Gold, Gilded Wings,” an exhibition opening March 23, in the Archives and History Reading Room at the Culture Center. This exhibition invites visitors to explore the intersection of art, science, and history with the William Henry Edwards Collection. Enjoy beautiful lithographs by American artist Mary Peart, along with scrapbooks of her drawing proofs. The exhibit will also feature the research journals of West Virginia-native William Henry Edwards and all three volumes of The Butterflies of North America, printed and hand-colored by the woman-owned Bowen and Company.

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16th Annual Art & Earth Juried Art Exhibit
2026-04-16 08:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00 | The Berkeley Art Works, Martinsburg, 116 N. Queen St., Martinsburg, WV, 25401, United States
The Berkeley Arts Council announces the 16th Annual Art & Earth Juried Art Exhibit. The exhibit will be on display Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, June 14, 2026 at Berkeley Art Works, 116 North Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV.
The theme of this year’s exhibit is Art and Earth: My Art – My World.

Kinky Boots
2026-05-04 19:30 - 22:00 | Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, 25301, United States
The boots are back! KINKY BOOTS will lift your spirits to high-heeled heights! Celebrated with six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, a Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theatre Album, and London’s Olivier Award for Best Musical, this big-hearted musical hit will have you strutting out of the theater saying “Yeah!”

KINKY BOOTS captivates and entertains audiences around the world with the dazzling Tony®-winning score by pop legend Cyndi Lauper, hilarious and uplifting book by four-time Tony Award®-winner Harvey Fierstein, and original direction and Tony®-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell.

Based on true events, KINKY BOOTS follows the journey of two people with nothing in common— or so they think. Charlie Price reluctantly inherits his father’s shoe factory, which is on the verge of bankruptcy. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. As Charlie and Lola work together to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair finds that they have more in common than they realized… and discover that you change the world when you change your mind.

Swan Lake with the WVSO
2026-05-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:30 | Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, 25301, United States
A timeless tale of love, betrayal, and transformation, SWAN LAKE follows the story of Prince Siegfried, who falls in love with the mysterious and enchanting Odette, a princess cursed to live as a swan by day. As the prince battles the sorcerer Von Rothbart and his illusion, the seductive black swan Odile, the ballet unfolds in sweeping romance and heart-wrenching tragedy. Tchaikovsky’s legendary score, paired with a live symphony for the first time in our history, will create an emotional and immersive experience like no other.

Morgantown Crankie Festival
2026-05-30 00:00 - 2026-05-31 23:59 | Monongalia Arts Center, ​107 High Street, Morgantown, WV, 26505, United States
Monongalia Arts Center (MAC)107 High Street, Morgantown, WV
The Morgantown Crankie Festival is a new, community-centered celebration of crankies — handmade scrolling artworks performed live with music, poetry, and story.
A crankie (sometimes called a moving panorama) is a low-tech storytelling form with deep roots in folk traditions around the world. Images are painted, printed, cut, or sewn onto a long scroll and wound between two spools inside a small “theater.” As the performer turns a crank, the images move across the screen, revealing a story over time. Crankies combine visual art, music, and narrative into an intimate, collaborative performance experience.
The Morgantown Crankie Festival celebrates crankies as both an art form and a community practice — where visual artists, musicians, poets, storytellers, and tradition-bearers come together to make something magical with simple materials.

What to Expect
The weekend will feature:

Multiple public crankie performances

A mix of locally-made crankies and visiting guest artists

Interdisciplinary collaborations between musicians and visual storytellers

Crankie-making workshops and informal gatherings in the MAC maker space

Performances will take place Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon and evening, with additional events leading up to the festival.

A Season of Crankies
Morgantown Crankie Fest isn’t just a weekend — it’s a season of activity designed to build local participation and excitement:

Crankies at First Friday (April 3, 2026) — An early festival preview at the MAC.

Literary + Crankie Night (April 9, 2026) — Featuring published authors and artists whose work intersects with visual storytelling and song.

Community crankie-making sessions — Informal gatherings for artists and curious newcomers to work on their own crankies together.

No prior experience is required to participate. The festival invites anyone interested in folk traditions, storytelling, music, visual art, or community-based creativity to join in.

Featured Artists (Partial List)
Artists joining us include creators from West Virginia and beyond, including performers from Morgantown, Elkins, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Wales. The festival highlights both emerging local artists and established crankie-makers working nationally and internationally.
A full schedule, artist lineup, and ticket information will be announced closer to the festival.

About the Organizer
The Morgantown Crankie Festival is organized by Annick Odom, a Morgantown-based performer, composer, and community artist whose work bridges Appalachian folk traditions, storytelling, and contemporary performance. Annick has participated in crankie and cantastoria events across the United States and internationally, and is committed to building spaces where traditional arts and experimental practices can meet.

Clue
2026-06-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, 25301, United States
A mansion. A murder. A mystery.

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

2026 Freedom Fun Run 5K
2026-06-20 00:00 - 2026-06-27 23:59
Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law, is thrilled to once again host the 2026 Freedom Fun Run 5K—with both in-person and virtual options!

Be part of the action on June 27 in Parkersburg, WV, or participate virtually from June 20–26. Your participation fuels fun, fitness, and community, and 100% of proceeds benefit Veterans-related programs.

All are welcome to join—run or walk, any pace! Enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and awards on race day as we celebrate our amazing participants.

Visit our event webpage to learn more.

Augusta Concert Series: Cajun and Country Concert
2026-07-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Rotary Amphitheater, Elkins, 315 Railroad Ave., Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Music by Amelia Biere, Jimmy Breaux, Beth Chrisman, Thomas Bryan Eaton, Ginny Hawker, Arty Hill, Kelli Jones, Leon Kasdorf, Jesse Lege, Blake Miller, Chris Miller, Emily Miller, Peter Schwarz, Kevin Wimmer and Blake Whitmire.

Augusta Concert Series: Blues Concert
2026-07-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Elkins Town Square Rotary Ampitheater, Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Music by Sunpie Barnes, Briar, Joan Fenton, Joe Filisko, Hubby Jenkins, Justin Golden, Eric Noden, Joe Seamons and Bob Thompson.

Augusta Concert Series: Old-Time Concert
2026-07-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Elkins Town Square Rotary Ampitheater, Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Music by John Harrod, Corbin Hayslett, Tessa McCoy, Gerry Milnes, Jesse Milnes, David O’Dell, Andrew Small, Betty Vornbrock and Ashlee Watkins.

WV Country Roads Festival
2026-09-18 15:00 - 2026-09-20 17:00 | Wetzel County 4H Camp, 61 4H Camp Road, New Martinsville, WV, 26155, United States
The mission of the WV Country Roads Festival is to celebrate, preserve, and promote the history, agriculture, and cultural heritage of West Virginia by providing a safe, educational, and family‑friendly environment for community members of all ages. The festival is dedicated to strengthening the local community by offering affordable, inclusive entertainment, showcasing local entrepreneurs, vendors, and talent, and creating meaningful opportunities for families to connect, learn, and enjoy the traditions that define the region.

Through a diverse blend of cultural programming, agricultural demonstrations, youth activities, and collaborative partnerships, the WV Country Roads Festival serves as a vital community gathering place that fosters community pride, cultural appreciation, and economic support for local businesses
