Mountain Lakes Retirement Community
(Lewis County)
Fairs and Festivals
Stonewall Jackson Jubilee
The Jubilee was begun in 1974 to introduce people to our rich Appalachian heritage. More than 200 crafters, 100 heritage musicians, dancers, and re-enactors provide a showcase for the talents of present day West Virginia. The four-day event is held over Labor Day weekend at WVU Jacksons Mill
Jane Lew Firemans Festival
Over 200 talented crafters gather here to exhibit their works. The crafters works are contemporary and heritage in style. The event is held for three days over Labor Day weekend and proceeds benefit the Jane Lew Fire Department.
West Virginia Wine & Regional Cuisine Festival
June 2007. This is the first annual festival of this kind. Featured will be some of the states finest wineries, as well as the divine cooking of the resorts premier chefs. Come and enjoy excellent wines, and delectable foods. For more information call Lamberts Winery 304-269-4903 or Stonewall Resort, 304-269-7400, or visit www.stonewallresort.com.
Irish Spring Festival
Held annually in March, visitor are invited to come enjoy this annual spring festival including Irish road bowling, snake chase, an Irish jig, harp workshops, car show, arts and crafts, games, parade, food, and much more. Most events are held at the Ireland WV Community Building.
Lavender Fair and More
June 28, 2008. Enjoy a beautiful day of entertainment including: lavender cookie contest, craft, herbs, wine tasting, exhibits, demonstrations, worshops, Celtic music, gourmet luncheon, plants and much more. Contact LaPaix Farms at 304-269-7681 or visit www.lapaixfarmproducts.com/lavender_fair_livin.htm.
The Eat'n Sing'n and History Festival
WHAW-AM radio, together with the Hackers Creek Pioneer Descendents hold this event in May at the HCPD Library in Horner.
Marble Festival 2007
12th Annual Marble Festival will be held on the first Saturday of May 2008. Activities may include: live hot glass demonstrations of marbles being made, marble identification, exhibition tables, show and sales. For more information, contact WV Museum of Glass at 304-269-5006, or email wvmuseumofglass@aol.com.
Jamboree at the Mill
This childrens oriented event is great fun for all. Games, crafts, races, storytelling, candle dipping and much more will be here for the children and adults to experience alike. Come enjoy a cool summer breeze, family fun, and more. For more information, contact Lewis County CVB @ 304-269-7328 or www.lcchamber.org or www.mountainlakescvbwv.com
Glass Fest
April 20-22, 2007. Starting with a school program on Friday and continuing through the weekend, this will be a fun and educational experience for all. Glass blowing demonstrations, food, games, music, other crafter demonstrations and much more. This event will be held at Appalachian Glass in Weston, WV. More information available at the Lewis County CVB, 269-7328, or www.lcchamber.org or www.mountainlakescvbwv.com
2nd Annual Antique Market Fair
This day long event takes center stage on Main Street in Weston. This years event will be held July 14th and is sponsored by the Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, City of Weston, and the Downtown Merchants Association. From 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., enjoy a variety of music from bluegrass and pop, to shaggin on the boulevard. Enjoy a wide selection of crafts available, demonstrations, wine offerings and a whole lot of great food.
Weston Firemens Annual Independence Day Celebration
This celebration of our nations independence is one of the best fireworks displays in West Virginia. It all takes p lace at the Robert L. Bland Middle School. It just makes you proud to be an American.
5th Annual Scottish Festival & Celtic Gathering
May 4-6, 2007. Kilted golf outing, celtic music, food, games, puppet shows, herding demonstration, Scottish country dancing, bagpipes, massed band, WV Highland Dancers, living history and much more. For more information, please call: 304-842-3457 or visit www.scots-westvirginia.org.
Lewis County Fair
The annual event is held in mid-summer. Experience a True Old Fashioned country fair. Our all-inclusive one price fair has a wide range of activities, including mud bogs, tractor pulls, demolition derby, carnival rides, live concerts, food, games, 4-H exhibits, live stock sales, pretty baby contest, fireworks, assorted vendors, and much more. Its fun for the whole family.
National Hunting and Fishing Days
What a better place than Stonewall Jackson State Park to have a West Virginia outdoorsman event. Everything and anything that has to do with hunting and fishing in one place, including demonstrations, vendors, exhibits, contests, youth activities, food, seminars, boat rides and much more.
Winter Lights at Jacksons Mill
This December event highlights the beauty of Jacksons Mill in the winter. It includes a Friday evening buffet and light tours beginning at 5 p.m. Special seasonal activities for children are held at the Mountain State Building on Saturday beginning at 5 p.m.