Mason County's 2008 Schedule of Events
JANUARY
1-31: Silver Bridge 40th Anniversary Exhibit------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The Point Pleasant River Museum is exhibiting over 100 pictures of the Silver Bridge as it stood crossing over the Ohio River, the bridge after the fall, the recovery process, debris from a vehicle on the bridge, parts of the bridge, 3 videos, one of an interview with Mr. Scott who was one of the 5 survivors who went down into the Ohio River.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum
Date(s) and Hours of Event: December 1, 2007 through February 29, 2008. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Closed Monday.
Admission Fee(s): $4.00 Adults, $1.00 Children Age 6-18. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
FEBRUARY
1-29: Silver Bridge 40th Anniversary Exhibit------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The Point Pleasant River Museum is exhibiting over 100 pictures of the Silver Bridge as it stood crossing over the Ohio River, the bridge after the fall, the recovery process, debris from a vehicle on the bridge, parts of the bridge, 3 videos, one of an interview with Mr. Scott who was one of the 5 survivors who went down into the Ohio River.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: December 1, 2007 through February 29, 2008. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Closed Monday.
Admission Fee(s): $4.00 Adults, $1.00 Children Age 6-18. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
MARCH
29: The West Virginia State Parks Semiquincentennial (250 year) Commemoration of The French and Indian War-------------
Description of Event: Commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the 18th Century clash of empires known as the French and Indian War. One of three events held by the West Virginia State Parks in 2008 to commemorate this little known era of the Mountain State’s history. From 1755 through 1757 armies of French, Shawnee, Delaware, and Miami warriors passed the point on their way to war against Virginia’s frontier settlers. Over 100 Virginia captives, like Mary Ingles and her son Thomas, were carried past the point by the successful raiders. Cherokee war gangs passed the point from 1756 through 1758 on their way to defeat the French and their allies in the Ohio Country. The host parks of Tu-Endie-Wei State Park (March 29), Blennerhassett Island (June 29) and Tomlinson Run State Park (August 30) commemorates this important part of our country’s history through living demonstrations, drama, an audio-visual presentation and history hikes.
Location of Event: Tu-Endie-Wei State Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: March 29th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.tu-endie-weistatepark.com or contact Sissie Summers at 304-558-2764 or sissiesummers@wvdnr.gov.
APRIL
4-6: 17TH CENTURY ENACTMENT--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Fort Randolph event. Demonstrations and life skills of the 17th Century. Fort tours.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: April 4, 5 and 6, 2008, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Admission Fee(s): None, but donations will be accepted and appreciated. All donations will be invested toward the further development of Fort Randolph.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
10-13: ANNUAL RIVER ART SHOW-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Adult and student (grades 1-12) river art will be judged, (blue ribbon winner’s art, judge’s choice and people’s choice art) and will be displayed in the river museum through September 2008.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: April 10, 11, 12, 13, 2008. Tuesday thru Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Closed Monday.
Admission Fee(s): $4.00 Adults, $1.00 Children Age 6-18. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
19: SECOND ANNUAL HORN AND ANTLER SHOW----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Displays of horn and antlers. Bring your own “trophy rack” for display. $2.00/rack entry fee, Registration 8:00-9:00 a.m. Prizes and give-aways. Sponsor displays. Farm kitchen will be open.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
Date(s) and Hours of Event: April 19, 2008, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): Please contact the organizer of this event. Street parking, no fee
For More Information: Contact the Don Click at 304-675-3829 or the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
MAY
1: RIVER MUSEUM FIFTH ANNIVERSARY------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Show construction pictures and video of River Museum dedication, drawing for gift from River Museum. Refreshments provided. We invite the friends of the museum to stop by and see all the new exhibits.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum, Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 1, 2008, 1:00 p.m.
Admission Fee(s): No admission for this event. Regular admission: $4.00 Adults, $1.00 age 6-18. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
3-4: ANTIQUE STEAM & GAS ENGINE SHOW---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Antique steam and gas engines on display, see a working saw mill, display of small engines and antique tractors, historic buildings and displays. An Antique Tractor Pull on Saturday and on Sunday church services and a gospel sing.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 3 and 4, 2008, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
7: DOCKING OF THE DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 7, 2008, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
13: DOCKING OF THE DELTA QUEEN------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 13, 2008, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
16: SHANTY BOAT NIGHT----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Shanty Boat Vittles, Stephen Dixon, well-known magician, Frank Boles and Highlanders Band playing for a shanty boat dance. Shanty Boat Days Returning for a Night.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 16, 2008, 6:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): Dinner, Dance and Entertainment $20.00 per person, Dance $5.00 per person. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
16-18: SIEGE OF FORT RANDOLPH-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Eighth annual historical reenactment and commemoration of the murder of Chief Cornstalk and the ensuing Siege of 1778. The Siege of Fort Randolph is an outdoor drama that pulls the public into the midst of living history. Spectators will see Indians besiege the Fort, militiamen defend the Fort walls, and Virginia women & children assist the defenders inside the Fort. The public will be able to imagine the feelings that led to the tragic murders. There will be demonstrations of life skills all day in the Fort and the Indian Village. The gift shop is open from 10am to 5pm. T-shirts featuring original artwork by Andrew Knez, Jr and refreshments are available. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are suggested for this outdoor drama. There are also shelters on site in Krodel Park for picnic lunches.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 16th 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; May 17th 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; May 18th 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The ONLY siege drama will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 17th.
Admission Fee(s): Siege prices: $3.00 for adults, free for children 5 and under (all proceeds go toward keeping Fort Randolph open to the public). Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550. Also visit www.fortleescouts.org - especially if you are a possible participant (i.e. sutler or reenactor) who needs to pre-register for the event.
31: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE AND MEMORIAL SERVICE---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Parade at 1:00 pm in downtown Point Pleasant to commemorate Memorial Day. A Memorial Service will be held immediately following the parade at the Mason County Library.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: May 31st from 1:00 pm.
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact James Randolph and the Mason County Post 2 AmVets & Ladies Auxillary at 304-674-4696 and jimbo3172000@yahoo.com.
JUNE
7: BEND AREA CARE 18TH ANNUAL CATFISH TOURNAMENT--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The largest catfish tournament east of the Mississippi River. A total of 70%-80% of all monies raised from this tournament will go toward the "Kids for Christmas" program, a local event that helps needy families during the Christmas season.
Location of Event: Mason Park and Levy, Mason, West Virginia.
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 7th from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Admission Fee(s): Contact the organizers of this event for details. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Elvis Zerkle at 304-773-5680 and elvis.zerkle@supresta.com or William Hussell at 304-773-5942. Also visit www.bendareacare.com.
7: ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Antique Tractor Pull on Saturday. Farm kitchen open.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 7th at 6:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
11: DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 11th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
14-15: NATIVE PEOPLE OF THE POINT---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Fort Randolph will host Native reenactors who will entertain with presentations, portrayals, and demonstrations. Workshops will be held on proper clothing of the period and life skills of the region's Native Americans. Presentations include portrayals of Daniel Boone (Saturday 1:00 pm) and Chief Cornstalk (Saturday 4:00 pm and Sunday 2:00 pm). Also join us on Saturday night at 7:00 pm in the Fort Randolph Tavern for James O'Neil's visual presentation "Journey Inside the British Collection" featuring slides of items depicting Native Americans and their culture. In addition, works of art by Robert Griffing and Andrew Knez, Jr., will be raffled at 3:00 pm on Sunday and the Woodland Indian Village will come to life from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on Saturday and from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Sunday.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 14th from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm and June 15th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and appreciated. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Please visit www.geocities.com/nativepeopleofthepoint or contact the Mason County CVB at 304-675-6788.
17: DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 17th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
22: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 22nd from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
28-29: LIVING HISTORY DAYS-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Bringing history alive. Historical presentations and period dress. Reenactments and portrayals of pioneer life. Blacksmithing and printing demonstrations. An antique tractor pull is scheduled for Saturday and church services and gospel sing for Sunday.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: June 28th and 29th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
JULY
3-6: 18TH ANNUAL POINT PLEASANT STERNWHEEL REGATTA------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: A safe and fun atmosphere for all ages. The Regatta is an alcohol-free event. All events and entertainment are free of charge. Chuck Wicks with the country hit “Stealing Cinderell” will take the main stage on July 3. We hold a Kid’s Day with free games and activities.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: July 3rd and 4th from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm; July 5th from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm; July 6th TBA
Admissions Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.pointpleasantregatta.org or contact Jacob Hill, Sternwheel Regatta Committee Chairperson, at 304-593-2404, hill86@suddenlink.net, or PO Box 107, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
5: LIBERTY!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Fort Randolph one day event. Come to the Fort and help celebrate the declaration of our country’s independence. Stand guard against British tyranny on the frontier or quietly express your views on loyalty to the crown. Which side will you choose to support?
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: July 5th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and are appreciated. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
30: DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: July 30th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
AUGUST
2: LONGHUNTERS AND LANDGRABBERS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Fort Randolph one day event. The Fort is a gathering place for the longhunters to rest and prepare for their long hunts in the fall. The surveyors are gathering to survey the cane lands or returning home to record their plots. Come take part in their stories of past hunts or sign up to be a chain puller for the surveyor.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 2nd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and are appreciated. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
2: MASON COUNTY FAIR PARADE--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Annual Mason County Fair Parade beginning at noon. Kicks off the 47th Mason County Fair week. Lineup starts at Second Street.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 2nd from 12:00 noon
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.masoncountyfairwv.org or contact Brian Billings, Mason County Fair Parade Chairman, at 304-675-2360.
4-9: MASON COUNTY FAIR---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: 47th Annual Mason County Fair. Exhibits, livestock shows, contests, entertainment, carnival, races, tractor/truck pulls Senior Citizens Day, Kids Day.
Location of Event: Mason County Fairgrounds, Fairgrounds Road, north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 5th through 10th from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm daily
Admission Fee(s): General admission/season passes. Parking fee.
For More Information: Visit www.masoncountyfairwv.org or contact the Mason County Fair Inc. at 304-675-5463 or PO Box 334, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
5: DELTA QUEEN--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 5th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
10: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 10th from 2:00 am to 12:00 noon
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
18: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 18th from 7:00 am to 12:00 noon
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
23: FIFTH ANNUAL POINT PLEASANT RODDERS CAR SHOW---------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Old, used, rebuilt, customized, totally modified, and even brand new redesigned cars, trucks, and some unusual automobiles. Trophies given in various categories.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 23rd
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.rodderscarclub.org, email rodders@rodderscarclub.org, or call Butch Rainey at 304-675-5863 or Rusty Caphart at 740-992-4072.
30: TRIBUTE TO THE RIVER--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Food, games and competition, Sternwheel Boat Parade, races and tours, entertainment, dancing, museum tours.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant River Museum and Point Pleasant Riverfront Park
Date(s) and Hours of Event: August 30th from 10:00 am
Admission Fee(s): Admission to River Museum will be $4.00 for adults and $1.00 for children aged 6-18.
For More Information: Visit www.pprivermuseum.com, email museum@pprivermuseum.com, or call Jack Fowler, Ruth Fout or Martha Fout at the Point Pleasant River Museum at 304-674-0144.
SEPTEMBER
1: FIRST ANNUAL FALL GOSPEL JUBILEE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: First annual fall gospel jubilee. Thirteen gospel groups scheduled from 2:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Country Kitchen will be open. Camping available (call 304-675-5737).
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 1st from 2:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org. Alternatively, contact Evelyn Roush, Chairperson, at 304-882-2049 or at snoopy5@suddenlink.net.
6: ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Antique Tractor Pull on Saturday. Farm kitchen open.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
6: MILITIA MUSTER----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Fort Randolph one day event. The militia was required to assemble several times a year for drill. Come to the Fort and join the militiamen as they come to better their skills and prepare to defend themselves against the British and Native forces.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 6th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and are appreciated. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
7: CABELA’S KING KAT TOURNAMENT----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: First catfish tournament at Riverfront Park.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 7th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): TBA
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
10: DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 10th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
16: DELTA QUEEN-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 16th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
20: BEND AREA CARE 9TH ANNUAL FALL CATFISH TOURNAMENT--------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: A large catfish tournament.
Location of Event: Mason Park and Levy, Mason, West Virginia.
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 20th
Admission Fee(s): Contact the organizers of this event for details. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Elvis Zerkle at 304-773-5680 and elvis.zerkle@supresta.com or William Hussell at 304-773-5942. Also visit www.bendareacare.com.
20-21: SEVENTH ANNUAL MOTHMAN FESTIVAL-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Celebration of the "Mothman" legend. "Mothman" Band performances, Mothman Museum and Research Center tours, Mothman movies and documentaries, lots of vendors, crafters, authors. Mothman Hayride tours will be available beginning at 8:00 p.m. Saturday at the TNT area of Mason County (WV State Farm Museum) where the first reported sighting of the Mothman was documented. Farm Kitchen will be open.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: September 20th from 10:00 am; September 21st from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No admission to festival. Admission to the Mothman Museum ($3.00 adult, $1.00 children age 10 and under) and specific events during the Festival. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Visit www.mothmanlives.com, or contact Jeff Wamsley, Mothman Museum Director, at 304-675-0273 and jeffwamsley@eurekanet.com or Carolin Harris, Harris’ Steak House, at 304-675-9726.
OCTOBER
1: DELTA QUEEN--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 1st from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
3-5: BATTLE DAYS------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Commemoration and Memorial of the Battle of Point Pleasant which occurred October 10, 1774 at the “point” between Virginia militia and the Shawnee Tribe led by Chief Cornstalk. Features include an art show at Fort Randolph Terrace, a lantern tour with historical reenactors at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park on Friday night, and a Battle Days Parade on Saturday in downtown Point Pleasant. The Mansion House at Tu-Endie-Wei State Park will be open for tours.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 3rd, 4th, and 5th from 10:00 am daily
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Diane Johnson, Chairperson of the Battle Days Committee at 304-675-8844 or Carolin Harris at 304-675-9726.
4: BATTLE DAYS PARADE----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Parade commemorating Battle Days. Parade line-up between 10:00 a.m. at the Board of Education Office (old Central School) on Main Street. Call 304-675-6788 to sign up parade entry. Sign-up is not mandantory but appreciated.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 4th from 11:00 am
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
4-5: COUNTRY FALL FESTIVAL-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Annual country fall festival . Farm kitchen open. Gas and Steam Engine Show, Gravely Tractor Club of America "Mow In" for 2008, Working saw mill. CEOS quilt show. Watch sorghum, apple butter and apple cider being made. Gun Slingers Show on Saturday, at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, and 4:00 pm. Antique Tractor Pull on Saturday at 1:00 pm. On Sunday, church services will be held at at 9:00 am and a Gospel sing will take place at 1:30 pm.
Location of Event: West Virginia State Farm Museum, four miles north of Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 4th and 5th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the West Virginia State Farm Museum at 304-675-5737, www.wvfarmmuseum.org, or wvsfm@wvfarmmuseum.org.
7: DELTA QUEEN--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the historic Delta Queen steamboat.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 7th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
7: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 7th from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
14: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 7th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
19-20 RIVERBARGE EXPLORER----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: From 5:00 pm on October 19th until 12:00 noon on October 20th
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
24-26: HARVEST FESTIVAL--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: A Fort Randolph event. 18th Century seminars/life skills. Friday night is an 18th Century All-Hallows Eve event.
Location of Event: Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 24th, 25th, and 26th
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and are appreciated. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact Craig Hesson, President of the Fort Randolph Committee, at 304-675-7933, chesson1774@suddenlink.net, or by writing to 994 Sand Hill Road, Point Pleasant, WV 25550.
28: RIVERBARGE EXPLORER-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: The docking of the impressive RiverBarge Explorer.
Location of Event: Point Pleasant Riverfront Park, downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: October 28th from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): No public admission is permitted on this boat unless otherwise advertised.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
NOVEMBER
8: VETERANS' DAY PARADE AND CELEBRATION-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Parade in downtown Point Pleasant to commemorate Veterans' Day. Events following parade TBA.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: November 8th from 11:00 am.
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact James Randolph at 304-674-4696 and jimbo3172000@yahoo.com or Dennis Rayburn at 304-674-3663.
21: POINT PLEASANT HOLIDAY PARADE-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Parade kicking off Christmas Fantasy Light Show at Krodel Park which begins immediately after the Parade. Parade has Christmas holiday theme complete with Santa Claus. Line-up will be at 5:00 p.m. at the Board of Education Office (old Central School) on Main Street. . Call 304-675-6788 to sign up parade entry. Sign-up is not mandantory but appreciated.
Location of Event: Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: November 21st at 6:00 pm
Admission Fee(s): None. Street parking, no fee.
For More Information: Contact the Mason County Convention and Visitors Bureau at 304-675-6788 or at tourism@masoncounty.org.
21 NOVEMBER-31 DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS FANTASY LIGHT SHOW------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Drive-thru. Unique light displays throughout Krodel Park include Santa Claus, sternwheeler, a 20 foot windmill, gingerbread man, the Mothman and many more. New additions each year. 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. nightly. No admission fee but donations are encouraged.
Location of Event: Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: November 21st through December 31st from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm nightly.
Admission Fee(s): None. Donations will be accepted and are appreciated.
For More Information: Contact Charles Humphreys, Director of MainStreet Point Pleasant, at 304-675-3844 or msppdir@pointpleasantwv.org.
DECEMBER
1-31: CHRISTMAS FANTASY LIGHT SHOW----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Description of Event: Drive-thru. Unique light displays throughout Krodel Park include Santa Claus, sternwheeler, a 20 foot windmill, gingerbread man, the Mothman and many more. New additions each year. 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. nightly. No admission fee but donations are encouraged.
Location of Event: Krodel Park, Point Pleasant, West Virginia
Date(s) and Hours of Event: November 21st through December 31st from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm nightly.
Admission Fee(s): None. Don