Charleston WV CVB

09/27/2024

🌟 Don't forget to VOTE! 🌟

WV Living Magazine's Best of West Virginia is here, spotlighting our local gems! ❤️🏆 Check out the nominees and cast your vote to support your favorite Charleston spot! 🗳️ Let's show some love to the places that make our city shine. ✨

📅 Vote for your favorites from September 25 to October 15
Vote once per day per category

👉 Click the link below to see all the nominees and vote now! 👈
https://wvliving.com/best-of-west-virginia-2024/ #//

09/24/2024

Get ready for an electrifying showdown at the Thunder In The Mountains Tennis Tournament! 🏆 Hosted by Marshall University and West Virginia University, this thrilling event will take place from September 27th to September 29th.🎾

📍 Kanawha City Rec Center (weather permitting)

Don't miss out on this incredible sporting event, mark your calendars! 🎉

09/20/2024

🖤 Get ready, Yellow Jackets fans! 💛

West Virginia State University has announced the exclusive Stinger West Virginia State Yellow Jackets Mascot Bobblehead!

🎉 Representing decades of pride and tradition, this is a must-have for any true supporter of West Virginia State University.
🌟 This is the perfect way to show off your school pride!

Head over to the West Virginia State University Bookstore and grab yours today! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Continue your support by going to the West Virginia State University vs. West Liberty University game tomorrow, September 21st, at 6 PM!🏈

Learn more at:
https://wvstateu.edu/

09/19/2024

Join in on the 2024 Leah's Legacy 5k Run/ 2-Mile Walk to honor Leah Strickland's memory and love of athletics. The event is happening this Sunday, September 22nd, 2024, at 5:00 pm!

Starting and ending at City Center at Slack Plaza, the course will take you to the beautiful boulevard. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering on the kids, there’s something for everyone!

All proceeds benefit a Memorial Scholarship Fund, supporting Senior Athletes who exhibit Leah's remarkable spirit and dedication.

Mark your calendars, lace up those sneakers, and be part of Leah’s Legacy! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👟

🔗 Sign up today!
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=148909&autoLogin=F&fbclid=IwY2xjawFZeJFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHThWuwHcQPf_ZXYrnHDGyAv4Y26K3EVzNFzJjqGVQZlnVM8-_H1yWNJCqg_aem_l_odYZLjxVmSxbE4YFl2Bw

09/18/2024

🎉 Get ready for Game 2 of the playoffs! 🎉
TONIGHT at GoMart Ballpark Gastonia vs Charleston Dirty Birds – it's going to be an electrifying showdown you won't want to miss! ⚾️🔥

Grab your tickets now and be part of the action:
https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/BuyNew.asp?EventID=347827

09/16/2024

Head to at Kanawha State Forest on September 21st for the CAMC Foundation WeCANClimb 5k Trail Run and 2.5 Mile Hike! Lace-up your shoes and hit the trails to support the children that are cared for at the CAMC Children’s Advocacy Center. 💪🌲

By participating, YOU can make a difference! Don’t miss this chance to support a great cause and enjoy a beautiful day outdoors. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🌟

📅 Event Details:
Packet Pickup/Registration: 8:00 AM
Race Start: 9:00 AM
September 21, 2024

Register Below:

weCANclimb celebrates the spirit of Wild, Wonderful West Virginia and honors the healing journey abused children make with help from caring professionals.

09/16/2024

🌟 Who’s ready for an unforgettable musical experience? 🎶

Get your tickets now to Mountain Stage, where you can see incredible artists from around the globe and be part of a live audience for NPR Music with the amazing Kathy Mattea! 🎶

📅 Mark your calendars for October 27th – the next CWV show features a stellar lineup with Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, Will Hoge, Alex Cuba, MALINDA, and Sarah Siskind! 🎸🎤

🎟️ Don’t miss out – Click the Link in Bio to purchase your tickets today! 🙌💥

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09/06/2024

🌟 Get ready to capture the magic of Charleston! ✨

There are now 5 dedicated ‘Photo Spots’ around the city where your memories will shine brighter than ever. Each location offers a unique backdrop for your moments. 🌿

📍 West Side Wonder Mural 🎨
📍 Slack Plaza Sculptures 💙
📍 Capitol Street Clock 🕰️
📍 Zulu Painter East End Mural 🖼️
📍 Kanawha Blvd. 🚤

Can you get to them all? Grab your camera and show off your Charleston trip on your feed! 📷

🔗Click the link below to learn more about each ‘Photo Spot’
https://charlestonwv.com/cwv-photo-spots-2/

09/05/2024

🌟FestivFALL Oct. 11-20🌟

Celebrate fall by participating in all of your favorite seasonal activities!

🔗The full schedule is out now. Find out what events you do not want to miss!
https://festivallcharleston.com/events/month/2024-10/

09/03/2024

🎉 Get ready for Slam Plaza 3! 🎉

Be at City Center at Slack Plaza this Friday, September 6, for an evening you won’t forget! Belltime kicks off at 6 PM! 🕕✨

Don’t miss the thrilling moments that will have you on the edge of your seat! Bring your friends and family for a night of unforgettable fun. See you there! 🙌🔥

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08/29/2024

✨Get ready, Charleston!✨

This fall, our city is full of events for everyone! From Oktoberwest 🍻 to exciting concerts 🎶, vibrant FestivFALL 🍁 to the mouthwatering Culinary Showcase 🍽️, and so much more. Don’t miss out on the fun.

👇Click the link below to see the Fall Festival & Events Guide
https://charlestonwv.com/fall-festival-events-guide/

08/27/2024

🎉Get ready for an adventure like no other!
Today marks the grand opening of the Hatfield McCoy Trails Tornado Single Trax!🚵‍♂️

With 35 miles of thrilling trails, it's the perfect playground for dirt bikes and e-bikes. Don't miss out on the excitement.✨

👉 For More Information: https://trailsheaven.com/plan-your-trip/choose-a-trail/tornado/

08/26/2024

Get ready for a week full of baseball! ⚾️ From Tuesday to Sunday, catch a Dirty Birds home game every single day at GoMart Ballpark! 🏟️

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for some fun family time, you won’t want to miss the action. 🌟 🎉

👉Visit https://linktr.ee/Charleston_CVB for full schedule
📸 by: https://www.instagram.com/ariley.media/

08/22/2024

Girls, get ready! 🌟 The West Virginia International Yeager Airport - CRW has announced its second Girls in Aviation Day at Marshall University Division of Aviation!

✈️ Get ready for a day bursting with fun, excitement, and endless learning opportunities! This is your chance to explore the skies and dream big! 🚁

👇Register Below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF5aBzE6hLfFHjASsWkuOWopdBCjdSW_iJlIJSGT1Fql9TTg/viewform

08/19/2024

Rev up your engines and get ready for the ride of a lifetime! 🏍️🎉The 2024 Wild and Wonderful HOG Rally is roaring into Charleston, WV from August 21-24! Who is ready?!

✍️To Register Visit:
https://members.harley-davidson.com/HDMN_Login?startURL=%2FHOG%2FHDMN_Rally_Details%3FrallyId%3Da1W5b00001PPFuCEAX%26PublicAccess%3Dtrue
👇For Event Info👇
https://www.facebook.com/ChesapeakeFreedomSpiritHOGRally

08/16/2024

📢 Attention Charleston tourism and hospitality professionals!

Don't miss your chance to elevate your expertise and network with industry leaders at the 2024 WV Governor’s Conference on Tourism, happening right here in Charleston! This is an incredible opportunity to gain insights, share best practices, and drive forward the future of tourism in our beautiful state.

🗓️ The conference will be held September 8-11, 2024.

👇Registration closes on September 2nd, so secure your spot today.

https://wv.accessgov.com/tourism/Forms/Page/conferencereg/start/

08/15/2024

🎉 ⚓️What a splash! The 2024 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta made waves with a $38.8M economic impact and drew in a staggering 235,000 attendees!

Thank you to everyone who joined us in the Capital City. Mark your calendars for next year’s Regatta, happening July 3-6, 2025! ✨

08/14/2024

Follow the rules below to enter the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center ticket giveaway!🎟️

Enter below for a chance to win a pair of tickets to Justin Willman’s ILLUSIONATI tour on August 16 at 7pm. Two separate winners will be announced, each will win a pair of tickets.

To enter:
-Follow Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
-Follow Charleston WV Convention & Visitors Bureau
-Like and Comment on this post

✨Winner will be announced tomorrow, 5/16 at 10 a.m.

08/12/2024

Nominate J.Q. Dickinson Salt-Works for WV WEDDINGS Magazine best venue!💍

♥️VOTE BELOW♥️
https://wvweddingsmagazine.com/best-of-wv-weddings-2024/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEnUihleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVT774VGBbxSS721kkzxolWDBvQ0YBbLa2xMtv1tDiimVTa2p1CnpsyoQw_aem_Tb9d14D-kwGc0_eu4K9Tzw #//

Nominate us for WV WEDDINGS Magazine best venue! 💍 👰‍♀️ 💕

From now until August 30th you can nominate us once per day to become finalists in the "Ceremony and Reception Venues" category!

👇👇👇 Vote now! 👇👇👇
https://wvweddingsmagazine.com/best-of-wv-weddings-2024/ #//

photo creds 📸
top row: Leah Stankus Photography, Heather Christine Photo, Kara Leigh Creative
middle row: Leah Stankus, Alex Wright Photo
bottom row, staring with middle photo: Kara Leigh Creative, Alex Wright

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08/09/2024

🎉 Another medal for Team USA!🥉

Team USA added to the medal count today when the Men’s Volleyball team defeated Italy, winning a bronze medal.

The U.S. Men’s National Team competed in Charleston in September 2023 when the city hosted the NORCECA Men’s Continental Championship. The Continental Championship was the U.S. Men’s last tournament before they traveled overseas to qualify for the 2024 Olympics.

📸 by: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center