Morgantown PODA

The Morgantown Mile

Did you know that Morgantown has passed laws to implement Private Outdoor Designated Areas, or PODAs, through Senate Bill 534? With the PODA, you can grab a to-go drink from participating spots in an official PODA cup and sip it as you wander through downtown Morgantown and the Wharf.

During PODA hours, you can grab a to-go drink in an official PODA cup (a clear cup with the logo) and stroll through downtown or the Wharf with friends. The PODA is open from 4–10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on weekends. During these hours, you can stroll the Morgantown Mile after dinner, or before your plans with PODA approved drinks.

Participating Locations

Many of your favorite spots in Downtown Morgantown are already PODA-approved! Check out this map of the official PODA boundaries and participating businesses before your next night out.

PODA-Licensed Establishments

• 123 Pleasant St., 123 Pleasant St.
• 48 Donley, 48 Donley St.
• Almost Heaven Bar & Grill, 374 High St.
• Apothecary Ale House, 227 Spruce St.
• Gibbie’s Pub & Eatery, 368 High St.
• Iron Horse Tavern, 140 High St.
• Levels Arcade & Bar, 228 Walnut St.
• Pour Choices Pub & Grub, 227 Chestnut St.

Participating Businesses

• Appalachian Gallery, 270 Walnut St.
• Buddy’s Bud Co., 444 High St.
• Crescent Frame Shoppe, 116 High St.
• Cool Ridge Morgantown, 358 High St.
• Euphorbia by Hoot & Howl, 243 Walnut St.
• Hoot & Howl, 245 Walnut St.
• Mills Group LLC, 88 High St.
• Monongalia Arts Center, 107 High St.
• Morgantown Art Party, 218 Walnut St.
• Morgantown History Museum, 175 Kirk St.
• Old School, 360 High St.
• Optical 101 LLC, 499 High St.
• Pathfinder of WV, 235 High St.
• River Fair Trade, 316 High St.
• Smoke Zone Smoke Shop, 407 High St.
• Tanner’s Alley Leather, 416 High St.
• Top Tier, 322 High St.
• White Musical Instruments, 198 Foundry St.

Join the Fun!

Need weekend plans or activities to enjoy your PODA drink with? We’ve got you covered with a variety of local shopping and arts events that support small businesses throughout the community.

First Friday of The Arts 

First Friday for the Arts was designed to sustain an inclusive community-centered series of art events that recur every first Friday of the month. The monthly event unites businesses and creatives throughout the Morgantown community to deliver a night to appreciate the range of local arts.

Various Locations: Downtown Morgantown Historic District, Chestnut Street, Morgantown, WV, USA

Arts Walk

Enjoy Downtown Morgantown and appreciate all the local art and businesses that fill our community with monthly Art Walks! Each month features weekly themes you won’t want to miss. Stroll through downtown as local artists showcase their work and support the downtown businesses.

Various Locations: Downtown Morgantown Historic District, Chestnut Street, Morgantown, WV, USA

Moonlight Market

Morgantown’s Moonlight Market is a monthly community event that is designed to support and celebrate the work of artists in the Greater Morgantown Area. The event is rain or shine, and is a safe, entertaining, and accessible event for everyone the community.

Address: 400 Spruce Street, Morgantown, WV, USA

Summer Concert Series 

Together, The City of Morgantown and the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust organize and present the Ruby Summer Concert Series. These concerts occur every Friday during the summer months, feature a variety of artists and are free!

Address: Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater, Morgantown, WV, USA