2008 Official Visitors Guide to Greenbrier County, West Virginia - (Page 33) August August 8-16, 2008 State Fair of West Virginia Fairlea Food, fun, rides and family entertainment for nine awardwinning days and nights. Featuring special ticketed performances by big-name musical acts. $ August 16-17, 2008 Battle of Dry Creek Reenactment Greenbrier State Forest Take a peek at West Virginia history in action during the exciting Battle of Dry Creek Reenactment based on the 1863 Civil War battle. October October 3-5, 2008 Giant Fall Flea Market WV State Fairgrounds, Fairlea Featuring both indoor and outdoor exhibitors from around the east coast selling antiques, collectibles and crafts as well as new and used merchandise of all kinds. October 4, 2008 Freshwater Folk Festival White Sulphur Springs Celebrating freshwater conservation efforts and featuring live entertainment, food, vendors and educational exhibits. October 4, 2008 Alderson Fall Heritage Festival Downtown Alderson Celebrating the harvest season and Alderson’s rich history and small town charm. Food, fun, music, vendors and appearances by historical characters. October 11, 2008 Taste of our Towns Festival (T.O.O.T.) Downtown Lewisburg Join in the fun as the area’s restaurants and community organizations tempt your taste buds with their nest creations during this event set in Downtown Lewisburg. October 10-12, 2008 BPW Arts & Crafts Fair WV State Fairgrounds, Fairlea The area’s largest arts and crafts fair featuring nearly 100 exhibitors, prize drawings, food and free admission. November November 22-23, 2008 Christmas Open House Downtown Lewisburg Start the holiday season early this year with street performances, in-store refreshments and other exciting seasonal activities. American Heritage Music Hall Year-Round There is always something to do in Greenbrier County, from fantastic live entertainment to community-wide celebrations. If you are looking for a way to liven up your visit, check out these activities available year-round. American Heritage Music Hall Jam Sessions Ronceverte Enjoy a true experience of Appalachian music every Tuesday with the folks at the American Heritage Musical Hall. Special performances are also scheduled on the fourth Saturday of each month. $ Carnegie Hall Lewisburg One of only four remaining Carnegie Hall’s in the world, this 400-seat historic theater presents live performances throughout the year from internationallyacclaimed musicians to special events and regional favorites. $ First Fridays After Five Lewisburg Special event taking place on the rst Friday of each month. Featuring live music, refreshments, artist receptions and 30+ shops open late from 5:00-9:00pm. Greenbrier Valley Theatre Lewisburg Named West Virginia’s Of cial Year-Round Professional Theatre in 2006, Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents live plays featuring equity actors as well as musical performances throughout the year. $ Third Thursdays Block Party White Sulphur Springs Special event taking place on the third Thursday of each month. Featuring live music and refreshments from 5:00-9:00pm. (800) 833-2068 December December 7, 2008 Alderson Christmas Home Tour Alderson Celebrate the holiday season by touring a variety of beautifully decorated homes throughout Historic Alderson. $ September September 4-6 and 11-13, 2008 Outdoor Drama Island Park Amphitheater, Ronceverte Theatrical performance presented in an amphitheater on the banks of the Greenbrier River featuring a script written by local playwright and artist Robert Tuckwiller. $ September 27, 2008 Frankford Autumn Festival Frankford Elementary School, Frankford Celebrating the fall season with food vendors, arts and crafts, live music, children’s games, demonstrations, parade and a 5K run. January January 1, 2009 Shanghai Parade Downtown Lewisburg 150-year tradition featuring a wacky costume and oat lled parade that was named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society. Seasonal Saturdays 9-1, May - October Lewisburg Farmer’s Market Lewisburg Weekly market featuring a wide variety of in-season fruits, vegetables, meats, eggs, plants and fresh owers, all grown locally in the Greenbrier Valley. Special events throughout the season. Next to the Lewisburg Post Of ce. September - November Ghost Tours of Lewisburg Lewisburg Enjoy candlelight walking tours of haunted sites in the Lewisburg Historic District on Friday and Saturday evenings. Choose from two tours: The Cemetery Tour at 7:30pm or the Carnegie Hall/Old Women’s College Tour at 9pm. $ August 8 – 16, 2008 August 14 – 22, 2009 www.statefairofwv.com $8.9 million economic impact on Greenbrier County 304-645-1090 P.O. Drawer 986, Lewisburg, WV 24901 33 http://www.statefairofwv.com
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