Are you interested in attending a festival in the Greater Morgantown area?
Mountaineer Country is home to a variety of events and festivals for everyone to enjoy! From live music concerts to authentic food and drink experiences, this area is full of vibrant community spirit. These festivals provide a rich sense of history, diverse culture, and Mountaineer tradition year-round.
Here’s a glimpse into some of the festivals Mountaineer Country has to offer:
The Preston County Buckwheat Festival
Experience “where the mountains come alive” at the Preston County Buckwheat Festival. This event is held annually in Kingwood, WV. Celebrating the area’s history of buckwheat farming, visitors can partake in a five-day event featuring live music, parades, and most importantly, buckwheat cakes and sausages. The Buckwheat Festival allows communities to come together for their love of history and food!
West Virginia Wine and Jazz Festival
Enjoy authentic wine tasting, live jazz music, local artisans, and incredible ambience by the water with the WV Wine and Jazz Festival. This annual event is held at the Ruby Amphitheater at Hazel Ruby McQuain Park. The WV Wine and Jazz Fest Inc. nonprofit organization aims to return the proceeds of the festival to the community in various ways. This includes scholarships to the WVU School of Music, free concerts for middle/high schools, and sponsorship of community and student organizations.
West Virginia Chestnut Festival
Come visit Rowlesburg to attend the West Virginia Chestnut Festival. This festival takes place in October each year and honors the Great American Chestnut Tree. Enjoy vendors, roasted chestnuts, and learning about the restoration of this staple in the community! You won’t want to miss it.
Three Rivers Festival
Check out the Three Rivers Festival of Downtown Fairmont. This festival incorporates the celebration of the Monongahela, Tygart, and West Fork Rivers. The summer kickoff event includes live entertainment, firework displays, carnival rides, authentic local food, and much more!
International Street Festival
Enhance your love for culture and Mountaineer Country with the International Street Festival. This event is held in downtown Morgantown and offers a variety of cultural experiences, including international food vendors, cultural performances, WVU student organization displays, and items for sale by community partners. The festival supports multicultural efforts in the area, as well as the involvement of the university.
These festivals showcase the heart of Mountaineer Country—where detailed craftsmanship and support for the community truly capture what it means to be a Mountaineer.
Your next unforgettable event awaits in Mountaineer Country!