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Everything we can verify across Charleston's public calendars for the next 30 days, updated twice a day.

Tuesday, October 20

Wednesday, October 21

Artist & Composer Talk

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–8 PM

This collaborative talk brings together two internationally recognized artists and two cornerstone West Virginia arts institutions through a shared exploration of art, music, place, and the environmental changes…

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Civil War Wednesdays with the Uniformed Historian

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM · Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, 1555, Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV 25301

Join us for our fourth “Civil War Wednesday,” courtesy of Spring Hill Cemetery and hosted by Donny Jones, “The Uniformed Historian!” Take a step back in time as we walk through Charleston’s largest, most historic…

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Learn more about the SVALBARD SYMPHONY

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–8 PM · Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301

Artist Barrie Kaufman, composer Sarah Bassingwaighte, and WV Symphony Music Director Maurice Cohn come together to share more about the inspiration behind the Svalbard Symphony and the collaboration between the WV…

Free

Trunk or Treat

Wed, Oct 21 · 6 PM–8 PM · North Charleston Community Center, 2009 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387

Join us for Trunk-or-Treat at the North Charleston Community Center!

Free

WVIFF presents DARK HOLLOW

Wed, Oct 21 · 7 PM · Floralee Hark Cohen Cinema, 230 Capitol St., Charleston, WV 25301

The West Virginia International Film Festival continues its WEST VIRGINIA WEDNESDAYS series with DARK HOLLOW, a horror film shot in the Beckley and Spruce Knob Mountain areas of the state by local director Daniel Byers.

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Jordan Jensen

Wed, Oct 21 · 7:30 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Jordan Jensen is a stand-up comedian and actor whose hour long comedy special, TAKE ME WITH YOU, recently debuted on Netflix and was praised by Decider as “a winning comedy debut that takes on femininity standards”.

Free

Thursday, October 22

Secure WV 17

Thu, Oct 22 · 8 AM–5 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Secure WV 17 is West Virginia’s premier cybersecurity conference, bringing together security professionals, IT teams, students, educators, business leaders, and hands-on practitioners for two days of talks, training,…

$75

Friday, October 23

Happy Hours with Kanawha County Community Band

Fri, Oct 23 · 5 PM–7 PM · City Center at Slack Plaza, 169 Summers St. Charleston WV

Celebrate the sounds of the season with a special Happy Hours performance by the Kanawha Valley Community Band at City Center Live.

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Trunk or Treat & Drive-In Movie Night

Fri, Oct 23 · 6 PM–9 PM · Memorial Ice Arena, 20 RHL Boulevard, South Charleston, WV

Trunk or Treat & Movie Night @ SC Memorial Ice Arena. Activities Start at 6pm

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Stitch and Cinema

Fri, Oct 23 · 6:30 PM · LaBelle Theatre, 311 D St, South Charleston, WV 25303

An evening made for stitching, cinema, and good company! Bring your current needlepoint project, or your favorite craft, and settle in for a cozy night of creating together while we watch You’ve Got Mail.

$10

Charleston Ballet presents the world premiere of THE LEGEND OF MOTHMAN

Fri, Oct 23 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · WV Culture Center & State Museum, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV 25305

The season opens October 23–24, 2026, 7:30 pm, at the WV Culture Center with the world premiere of The Legend of Mothman, an original ballet inspired by one of West Virginia's most enduring mysteries.

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Saturday, October 24

2026 West Virginia Book Festival

Sat, Oct 24 · 8 AM–5 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Now entering its 23rd year, the West Virginia Book Festival features presentations from bestselling national authors, local and regional authors, writing workshops, family activities, a literary marketplace, and the…

Free

Wonder Lab: Chem Lab: Reactions

Sat, Oct 24 · 11 AM–3 PM

Watch chemistry come alive as bubbling, fizzing, and colorful reactions reveal the difference between physical and chemical changes.

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2026 Capital Cocktail Classic

Sat, Oct 24 · 4 PM–7 PM · Fife Street Brewing, 180 Summers Street, Charleston, WV 25301

Proudly brought to you by Fund for the Arts and co-presenter Jackson Kelly PLLC CAPITAL COCKTAIL CLASSIC 2026 Saturday, October 24th from 4:00-7:00 PM Vote to crown "Best Cocktail in Town" Participating Venues: Ursus…

$60

Cato Park Haunted Trail

Sat, Oct 24 · 5 PM–9 PM · Cato Park, 200 Baker Lane, Charleston, WV

Join us at Cato Park for our Haunted Trail on October 24! Festivities begin at 5 PM Haunted Trail walks begin at sundown FREE EVENT!

Free

Charleston Ballet presents the world premiere of THE LEGEND OF MOTHMAN

Sat, Oct 24 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · WV Culture Center & State Museum, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV 25305

The season opens October 23–24, 2026, 7:30 pm, at the WV Culture Center with the world premiere of The Legend of Mothman, an original ballet inspired by one of West Virginia's most enduring mysteries.

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Elliot Foundation Symphonic Series Presents: Ode to Joy

Sat, Oct 24 · 7:30 PM · Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301

Maurice Cohn, music director AARON COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man SARAH BASSINGTHWAIGHTE Svalbard Symphony with visual art curated by Barrie Kaufman L.

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Sunday, October 25

Witches on Wheels

Sun, Oct 25 · 9 AM · City Center at Slack Plaza, 169 Summers St. Charleston WV

Join us for the annual Witches on Wheels Bike Parade, one of many 2026 Charleston Wizarding Weekend activities!

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Still Life: Drawing From Life Exhibit Closing

Sun, Oct 25 · 12 PM–5 PM

The Juliet Art Museum invites visitors to engage directly with the art-making process while exploring rarely exhibited still life works from our permanent collection.

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Arboretum 4M Trail Race or Hike

Sun, Oct 25 · 2 PM · Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Aboretum, 1555, Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV 25301

Experience Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum like never before!

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Monday, October 26

Cemetery Walk with a View

Mon, Oct 26 · 9 AM · Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, 1555, Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV 25301

The weekly 'walks with a view' will introduce you to Charleston history, decorative monuments, selected landscape features, trees and shrubs and much more in the historic cemetery.

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Tuesday, October 27

Cemetery Running and Walking Group

Tue, Oct 27 · 5:30 PM · Spring Hill Cemetery Park and Arboretum, 1555, Farnsworth Drive, Charleston, WV 25301

Whether you are training to complete a 'goal' race, or just want to walk a mile, Spring Hills quiet roads and scenic beauty are the perfect place to do it.

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Trivia Night at Fife

Tue, Oct 27 · 7 PM · Fife Street Brewing, 180 Summers Street, Charleston, WV 25301

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Wednesday, October 28

Market Monster Mash 2026

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Capitol Market, 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV 25301

Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun at Capitol Market!

Free ✓ 2 sources

Thursday, October 29

Paint & Potions

Thu, Oct 29 · 4:30 PM · North Charleston Community Center, 2009 7th Ave, Charleston, WV 25387

🧙‍♀️🎨 GET READY TO PAINT & POTIONS! 🎃🧪 Join us for Paint & Potions, an evening of painting, festive refreshments, and Halloween fun.

Free

Halloween Party

Thu, Oct 29 · 5 PM · Roosevelt Neighborhood Center, 502 Ruffner Ave, Charleston, WV 25301

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun at the Roosevelt Neighborhood Community Center!

Free

Market Monster Mash 2026

Thu, Oct 29 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Capitol Market, 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV 25301

Join us for a spooktacular evening of family fun at Capitol Market!

Free

Marching Band Showcase

Thu, Oct 29 · 7 PM–9 PM · City Center at Slack Plaza, 169 Summers St. Charleston WV

Experience the incredible talent, energy, and creativity of Capital High School during this special Marching Band & Arts Showcase at City Center Live.

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Friday, October 30

Spooky All Day

Fri, Oct 30 · 9 AM–8 PM · Martin Luther King Jr Community Center, 314 Donnally Street, Charleston, WV 25301

Join us for a full day of Halloween fun! Come dressed in your best costume or get creative with Halloween face makeup.

Free

Happy Hours with DJ Lauryn Trill

Fri, Oct 30 · 5 PM–7 PM · City Center at Slack Plaza, 169 Summers St. Charleston WV

Turn up the energy and kick off your weekend with DJ Lauryn Trill at City Center Live!

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Choose Your Halloween Adventure

Fri, Oct 30 · 6 PM–10 PM · Kanawha City Community Center, 38511 Venable Ave, Charleston, WV 25301

Join us at the Kanawha City Community Center on Friday, October 30, for an evening of Halloween fun—with two spooky experiences to choose from!

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WWE Friday Night Smackdown

Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, DON’T MISS FRIDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN IN CHARLESTON LIVE!

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Saturday, October 31

Out of the Darkness Walk to Fight Suicide

Sat, Oct 31 · 8 AM–2 PM · Haddad Riverfront Park, 600 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV 25301

The purpose of the walks is to bring people together to: Raise awareness about suicide and mental health Reduce stigma so people feel safe talking about their struggles Provide education and resources for prevention…

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Trick or Treat

Sat, Oct 31 · 6 PM–8 PM · South Charleston, South Charleston, WV

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Brawl-O-Ween

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 PM–10 PM · City Center at Slack Plaza, 169 Summers St. Charleston WV

This Halloween, downtown Charleston is getting a little spooky!

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HALLOWEEN with Cariño Latin band

Sat, Oct 31 · 9 PM · Roq, 1022 Quarrier street

Spend your Halloween with us! Wear your best costume!Bring your friends, hit the dance floor, and enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with energy, music, and good vibes.

$10

Sunday, November 1

$2 Admission for SNAP & WIC Participants

Sun, Nov 1 · 12 PM–5 PM

Enjoy admission to the Clay Center for just $2 per person on the first Sunday of each month with a valid SNAP or WIC card and photo ID.

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Tuesday, November 3

Discovery Day Camp: Toy Science

Tue, Nov 3 · 9 AM–4 PM · Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301

Free ✓ 2 sources

Trivia Night at Fife

Tue, Nov 3 · 7 PM · Fife Street Brewing, 180 Summers Street, Charleston, WV 25301

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Thursday, November 5

Mamma Mania - Ultimate ABBA Tribute

Thu, Nov 5 · 7:30 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s as America’s premier ABBA tribute band, Mamma Mania brings the classic hits of one of pop music's most iconic groups to life.

Free

Friday, November 6

Charles Wesley Godwin

Fri, Nov 6 · 7 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Following Charles Wesley Godwin’s 2023 critically acclaimed Family Ties — a highly personal, 17-song diary-like LP that was both universally praised and catapulted the West Virginian singer-songwriter to new heights…

Free

Whitney Cummings: The Big Baby Tour

Fri, Nov 6 · 7 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Whitney Cummings first gained recognition as a stand-up comedian and has since become one of the most distinctive and influential comedic voices of the past two decades.

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Saturday, November 7

Mac & Cheese Cook Off

Sat, Nov 7 · Capitol Market, 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV 25301

Get ready for the cheesiest event in town! Join us at Capitol Market for the ultimate Mac & Cheese Cook-Off.

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Blenko Glass & Maple Syrup Festival

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–4 PM · South Charleston Farmers Market, 4006 Maccorkle Avenue S.W., South Charleston, West Virginia, WV

Join us for the Blenko Glass & Maple Syrup Festival at the South Charleston Farmers Market!

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Wonder Lab: Extreme Art Challenges

Sat, Nov 7 · 11 AM–3 PM

Can you create amazing art under unusual conditions? Put your creativity to the test with fun engineering-inspired art challenges that encourage problem-solving, experimentation, and imagination.

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John Ellison: From Sacred to Soul

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · WV Culture Center & State Museum, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV 25305

John Ellison, best known for penning the popular "Some Kind o' Wonderful", was born on a river shanty boat moored at Montgomery, WV, and raised in the hamlet of Landgraff in the WV coalfields.

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WVSO presents Candlelight Classics

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 PM · Marshall University Bill Noe School of Flight Hangar

The West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) is excited to announce its first ever Candlelight Classics concert to be held on Saturday, November 7 at the Marshall University Bill Noe School of Flight Hangar in Charleston.

Free

Justin Moore with Special Guest Priscilla Block

Sat, Nov 7 · 8 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Multi-PLATINUM hitmaker Justin Moore has built a loyal following over the past decade with his traditional country sound and captivating live shows.

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Sunday, November 8

Tuesday, November 10

Trivia Night at Fife

Tue, Nov 10 · 7 PM · Fife Street Brewing, 180 Summers Street, Charleston, WV 25301

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Thursday, November 12

Friday, November 13

Ballet on Broadway

Fri, Nov 13 · 7 AM–8:15 PM · WV Culture Center & State Museum, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston, WV 25305

Join the Appalachian Children’s Chorus and the River City Youth Ballet Ensemble as they take a walk down Broadway.

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2026 Mountain State Cup

Fri, Nov 13 · 8 AM–5 PM · Shawnee Sports Complex, 2000 WV-25, Dunbar, WV 25064

The Mountain State Cup returns to Shawnee Sports Complex bringing enthusiasm and great soccer to the Kanawha Valley.

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Light the Night

Fri, Nov 13 · 5 PM–10 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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Community Dance - circles, squares, contras

Fri, Nov 13 · 7 PM–9:30 PM · Kanawha United Prebyterian Church, 1009 Virginia Street East, Charleston, WV

What good is sitting alone in your room? Come hear the music play!

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Saturday, November 14

Biscuit & Gravy Bowl

Sat, Nov 14 · Capitol Market, 800 Smith St, Charleston, WV 25301

The Biscuit & Gravy Bowl is an annual fundraiser hosted that brings together local vendors and community members to celebrate and compete in crafting the best biscuits and gravy dishes.

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2026 Mountain State Cup

Sat, Nov 14 · 8 AM–5 PM · Shawnee Sports Complex, 2000 WV-25, Dunbar, WV 25064

The Mountain State Cup returns to Shawnee Sports Complex bringing enthusiasm and great soccer to the Kanawha Valley.

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STEM FEST

Sat, Nov 14 · 11 AM–4 PM · Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV 25301

Get ready to think big, experiment boldly, and discover the wonders of STEM at the Clay Center’s second annual STEM Fest!

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Chili Cook-Off At The Market

Sat, Nov 14 · 11 AM–4 PM · South Charleston Farmers Market, 4006 Maccorkle Avenue S.W., South Charleston, West Virginia, WV

Think your chili has what it takes? Enter our 1st Annual Chili Cook-off at the South Charleston Farmers Market!

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Light the Night

Sat, Nov 14 · 5 PM–10 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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Justin Willman: One For The Ages Tour

Sat, Nov 14 · 7 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Willman is best known as the star and creator of Netflix’s Magic for Humans and Magic Prank Show, where his signature mix of mind-blowing magic and relatable humor has made him a streaming favorite, a viral hit (1…

Free

The Rock Orchestra: Arena of Fire

Sat, Nov 14 · 8 PM · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

After back to back tours around the world, The Rock Orchestra returns to the USA with a brand new show!

Free

Sunday, November 15

Light the Night

Sun, Nov 15 · 5 PM–9 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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Monday, November 16

Light the Night

Mon, Nov 16 · 5 PM–9 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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Tuesday, November 17

Light the Night

Tue, Nov 17 · 5 PM–9 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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SCI Talk: Stargazing and Beyond

Tue, Nov 17 · 7 PM–9 PM · Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, 1 Clay Square, Charleston, WV, 25301

Learn about the wonders of astronomy before experiencing it yourself with telescopes and hot chocolate in the Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden!

Free ✓ 2 sources

Trivia Night at Fife

Tue, Nov 17 · 7 PM · Fife Street Brewing, 180 Summers Street, Charleston, WV 25301

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Wednesday, November 18

WVSSAC Cheerleading Championships

Wed, Nov 18 · Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center, 200 Civic Center Dr, Charleston, WV 25301

Experience the thrill of competitive cheer at the WVSSAC Cheerleading Championships hosted at Vandalia Health Center.

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Light the Night

Wed, Nov 18 · 5 PM–9 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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Thursday, November 19

Light the Night

Thu, Nov 19 · 5 PM–9 PM · GoMart Ballpark, 601 Morris St, Charleston, WV 25301

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