Calendar of Events
November Sportsman Auction
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts and auction shoppers! CMA Equipment & Auction Services LLC is hosting a Sportsman Auction on November 11th, starting at 2 PM at their new shop in Buckhannon, WV!
Come preview the items on Wednesday, November 11th, from 11 AM–2 PM before the auction begins. The auction will be available live in person and through Proxibid and HiBid, with worldwide bidders welcome!
Community Lab: Youth Engagement
Join us for a Community Lab focused on Youth Engagement Best Practices! Learn about ten best practices for creating positive experiences for youth and encouraging them to share their voices within your organization.
Fire Cider Workshop
Spice things up with a Fire Cider Workshop! Come learn how to make your own fire cider using a variety of fresh ingredients, herbs, citrus, and spices. It's a fun, hands-on opportunity to learn something new and take home a homemade wellness staple!
Restore Before the Holidays - Yoga Workshop
Take some time for yourself before the busy holiday season! Join Ashley White Yoga for Restore Before the Holidays: A Restorative Yoga & Breathwork Workshop on November 14th from 12–3 PM. Powered by Soul Shine Wellness Studio, this workshop is a great opportunity to slow down, relax, and recharge before the holidays arrive.
Breath Of Life - Yoga Ministry
Take a moment to relax, recharge, and connect through Breath of Life Yoga Ministry! This ministry offers an opportunity to focus on wellness, mindfulness, and faith while finding peace and balance in everyday life!
Friendsgiving-November Supper Club
Gather your friends and get ready for a delicious Friendsgiving at Fish Hawk Acres! On Thursday, November 19 at 6 PM, enjoy a cozy four-course supper featuring fall favorites like butternut squash soup, roast turkey with herb gravy, and salted caramel pecan pie. The evening is all about good food, great company, and celebrating the season together. Tickets are $60 plus tax and gratuity, and seating is limited.
Fabric Mosaic - Craft & Sip
Our events are back full swing this month. Join us with Kristen McCauley-Buchanan for a no-sew fabric mosaic art class!! Sip on a Moon Brew, and let your creative magic flow.
Alice in Wonderland - Ballet
Step into a world of wonder with Dance Factory’s production of Alice in Wonderland! Join Alice on a magical adventure filled with enchanting dancing, beloved characters, and plenty of imagination. This whimsical ballet is sure to delight audiences of all ages, so come experience the magic and see this classic story come to life on stage!
VFW Post 3663 Auxiliary Holiday Craft Show
Get into the holiday spirit at the WV FOGS Auxiliary Holiday Craft Show! Shop a wonderful variety of handmade crafts, unique gifts, holiday décor, and more while supporting local vendors and the Auxiliary. Join us on November 21, 2026, from 10 AM–5 PM for a festive day of Christmas shopping and community fun!
Alice in Wonderland - Ballet
Step into a world of wonder with Dance Factory’s production of Alice in Wonderland! Join Alice on a magical adventure filled with enchanting dancing, beloved characters, and plenty of imagination. This whimsical ballet is sure to delight audiences of all ages, so come experience the magic and see this classic story come to life on stage!
Bluegrass Night w/ Norfolk & Southern
Join Norfolk & Southern at the Colonial Arts Center for Bluegrass Night! Tickets are $5 and will be available soon.
Alice-in-Wonderland - Ballet
Step into a world of wonder with Dance Factory’s production of Alice in Wonderland! Join Alice on a magical adventure filled with enchanting dancing, beloved characters, and plenty of imagination. This whimsical ballet is sure to delight audiences of all ages, so come experience the magic and see this classic story come to life on stage!
Black Friday At Ironside Coffee
Kick off your Black Friday morning at Ironside Coffee starting at 4 AM! Stop by for some early-morning coffee, exciting hourly giveaways, and a special treat for the first few customers—a reusable gingerbread cup! Get your holiday shopping day started with some festive drinks and fun surprises!
Location is to be determined.
SUBA Annual Christmas Parade
Join us for SUBA’s annual Christmas parade! Line up is at 2:30 by Rock Cave Elementary school.
FURtastic Elimnation Dinner
Join us for a holly jolly evening of fun, food, and giving back at the FURtastic Elimination Dinner on Saturday, December 5th, at Brushy Fork Event Center! Enjoy a delicious dinner, cash bar, auctions, baskets, and a chance to win $1,000 while supporting several local animal organizations. Come enjoy a festive night out while making a difference for animals in our community
WV Scent Company turns 6!
Join us for an afternoon of fun to celebrate WV Scent Co turning 6! We will have fresh lattes & pastries for those stopping by as well as exclusive sales on home fragrance and car freshies. Undecorated car freshies & paint will be available to decorate your own freshie during the event as well! Paint your own freshies are $10 each and can be purchased at the event. Card & cash will be accepted on items you wish to purchase. There will also be a gift card raffle! Whether you’re a repeat customer or just hearing about WV Scent Co - we hope to see you there!
Buckhannon Community Band Holiday Concert
Get into the holiday spirit with the Buckhannon Community Band’s “Jingle All the Way” Holiday Concert! Join them on December 10th at 7 PM at Wesley Chapel on the WVWC campus for an evening filled with festive music and Christmas cheer. It's a wonderful way to celebrate the season and enjoy some holiday favorites!
Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Buckhannon Community Theatre’s production of “Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus”! This festive holiday performance is coming to the Colonial Arts Center December 10th–13th, with both evening and afternoon showtimes. Gather your family and friends and enjoy a little Christmas magic right here in Buckhannon!
BCT Christmas Play
Join the Buckhannon Community theater for their preformance of “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Clause.” this December!
Full of all the joy, excitement and anxiety of a child’s
Christmas, this Yuletide yarn shows all the warmth and
humor of a bygone age. We aren’t so different now as then,
we all are children at heart. All because one little eight-year old girl took pencil in hand and asked an editor a world shaking question, and he replied, “Yes, Virginia, there is a
Santa Claus.”
Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Buckhannon Community Theatre’s production of “Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus” by Pat Cook! Join them at the Colonial Arts Center for a heartwarming holiday performance on December 10th, 11th, and 12th at 7 PM or December 13th at 2 PM.
Hampton Venue Bruch with Santa
Brunch with Santa | December 12, 2026
Celebrate the holiday season with a festive Brunch with Santa at the Hampton Venue in Buckhannon! Families are invited to enjoy a delicious country breakfast buffet, a personal visit with Santa, family photo opportunities, and a special Christmas keepsake for children.
Two seatings are available: 🎅 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
🎅 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 6-12, and free for children 5 and under.
Reservations are requested. Gather your family, make holiday memories, and enjoy a magical Christmas experience with Santa!
Location: Hampton Venue, 1802 Ivanhoe Road, Buckhannon, WV
Information & Reservations: 304-472-2700 or sales@jawsbbq.com
Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Buckhannon Community Theatre’s production of “Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus” by Pat Cook! Join them at the Colonial Arts Center for a heartwarming holiday performance on December 10th, 11th, and 12th at 7 PM or December 13th at 2 PM.
Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Buckhannon Community Theatre’s production of “Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus” by Pat Cook! Join them at the Colonial Arts Center for a heartwarming holiday performance on December 10th, 11th, and 12th at 7 PM or December 13th at 2 PM.
Santa is coming to Freedom Ag & Energy
Santa is coming to Freedom Ag! Bring the family out for a fun holiday visit with Santa, complete with crafts, cookies, and a chance to share your Christmas wishes. This is a free event, and families are welcome to bring their own cameras to take pictures with Santa. Come enjoy some holiday fun and make special Christmas memories!
Christmas Santa Paws Minis
SANTA PAWS IS COMING TO TOWN!
Get ready to fetch the cutest holiday photos of the season! Majestic Mountains Studio is hosting Santa Paws Minis, and booking is officially OPEN! Bring your furry best friends to meet Santa and capture a festive memory you’ll cherish forever.
Here are all the details:
Date: Sunday, November 8th, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Majestic Mountains Studio (located inside Pretty Peonies Parlor — 22 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV 26201)
Price: $25
Includes: 2 professionally edited high-resolution digital images
Time slots are limited to keep things calm and comfortable for your pups, so don't wait—these fill up fast!
Reserve your pup's spot here: https://book.usesession.com/s/iXIrxKq3WU
Drop a picture of your adorable doggy in the comments below! Who's excited to see Santa?
Family and Santa Minis at Majestic Mountain Studios
Family Christmas photos: $100, includes 5 professionally edited digital images
Santa photos: $50, includes 2 professionally edited digital images
Family and Santa combo: $130 (save $20!) Includes a total of 7 professionally edited digital photos
Volume's Silent Book Club
Looking for a little time to unwind and enjoy a good book? Join us for Volume’s Silent Book Club every Thursday from 6–8 PM. Bring a book of your choice, settle in, and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by fellow readers. No assigned reading, no pressure, and no deadlines—just a welcoming space to slow down, connect with other book lovers, and enjoy the simple pleasure of reading. We look forward to seeing you there!
Majestic Mountains Studio Ribbon Cutting
Join us in celebrating one year of business at Majestic Mountains Studio!
You’re invited to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, November 4th, at 12 PM, located at 22 N. Kanawha Street in Buckhannon. Come help us celebrate this exciting milestone, show your support for a local business, and join in recognizing a wonderful year of growth and success. We hope to see you there!
BCT Murder on the Orient Express
The most culturally and globally significant of Agatha Christie’s mysteries, the case of Murder On The Orient Express follows world renowned detective Hercule Poirot as he faces his ultimate challenge.
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.
The Queen of Crime’s masterpiece remains a peak achievement of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, and now you can see it brought to life right here in Buckhannon!
Thursday October 29th 7:00
Friday October 30th 7:00
Saturday October 31st 9:00
Sunday November 1st 2:00
BU Band Cash Bingo
Location: The Event Center at Brushy Fork
Date: Sunday November 1, 2026
Doors Open: 12:00 PM
Games Begin: 1:00 PM
Purchase Tickets Online here:
https://square.link/u/AFucd9x5
Tickets will also be sold at the door until sold out.
COST: Each ticket will cost $20 and include one six-faced packet with ten $50 games and ten $100 games and additional three-faced packets will be available for purchase at the door for $10
There will be a three-faced $300 blackout game for purchase at the door for $10
Daubers will be available for purchase at the door.
Concessions will be available for purchase
Tip cards / Rip offs will be available for purchase
All proceeds will go to help the band towards uniform expenses, apparel items, instrument expenses, travel expenses, and future fundraising expenses.
(only 18+ are permitted to play)
The Buckhannon-Upshur High School Bands Facebook page is the only official source for event information and updates
BCT Murder on the Orient Express
The most culturally and globally significant of Agatha Christie’s mysteries, the case of Murder On The Orient Express follows world renowned detective Hercule Poirot as he faces his ultimate challenge.
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.
The Queen of Crime’s masterpiece remains a peak achievement of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, and now you can see it brought to life right here in Buckhannon!
Thursday October 29th 7:00
Friday October 30th 7:00
Saturday October 31st 9:00
Sunday November 1st 2:00
88 Lounge Halloween Party
Get ready for a spooktacular night at 88 Lounge in Buckhannon! Celebrate their 50th anniversary at the Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31st. Enjoy live music from DJ Princess, a costume contest, and specialty cocktails for a festive night of Halloween fun. Doors open at 4:30 PM, with the live DJ starting at 8 PM and the costume contest at 10:30 PM. Gather your friends, show off your best costume, and join the celebration at 88 E. Main Street!
Arlington Community Center Trunk or Treat
Kids day and trunk or treat all on the same day! From 5-6 bring the kids out for pizza, kool aide, and a caramel apple making station. There will also be music and games. Everything is free for the kids and they will each get a trick or treat bag. Our Trunk or Treat will be from 6-7:30 so the kids can go straight from one thing to another if they'd like!
Halloween Minis at Majestic Mountain Studios
Unveil your inner spooky! $25 per booking, includes 2 professionally edited digital images. Open to both adults and children!
Receive a free entry into a drawing for a free session for every 2026 Halloween mini session booked. Each booking also receives a stamp on the pretty peonies loyalty card.
The Great Jawbone Howl-o-ween
Get ready to celebrate! Join us for a spooktacular celebration filled with Halloween fun, furry friends, and plenty of good times! Wear your favorite costume, bring your friends and get ready for a night of unforgettable memories!
BCT Murder on the Orient Express
The most culturally and globally significant of Agatha Christie’s mysteries, the case of Murder On The Orient Express follows world renowned detective Hercule Poirot as he faces his ultimate challenge.
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.
The Queen of Crime’s masterpiece remains a peak achievement of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, and now you can see it brought to life right here in Buckhannon!
Thursday October 29th 7:00
Friday October 30th 7:00
Saturday October 31st 9:00
Sunday November 1st 2:00
BCT Murder on the Orient Express
The most culturally and globally significant of Agatha Christie’s mysteries, the case of Murder On The Orient Express follows world renowned detective Hercule Poirot as he faces his ultimate challenge.
Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.
The Queen of Crime’s masterpiece remains a peak achievement of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, and now you can see it brought to life right here in Buckhannon!
Thursday October 29th 7:00
Friday October 30th 7:00
Saturday October 31st 9:00
Sunday November 1st 2:00
Black Lantern Supper-Fish Hawk Acres Supper Club
Get ready for a cozy night at Fish Hawk Acres’ October Supper Club! On Thursday, October 29, at 6 PM, enjoy a special seasonal supper featuring delicious fall flavors in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Tickets are $60 per person (plus tax and gratuity), and seating is limited—perfect for a fun fall night out!
Halloween Trivia Night
Halloween Trivia - hosted by Brad from Pubdailytrivia.com to help raise money for our FURtastic elimination dinner which helps animals in need. Get your team together and purchase your ticket at the link below.
Ghouls Night Out
A magical evening filled with spooky fun, mystical vibes, and witchy surprises! Come enjoy tarot card readings, shop unique vendors, and capture the moment with fun witchy photoshoots. Grab your friends, bring your coven, and join us for a night of mystery, magic, and unforgettable memories!
Maniac Mountain & Hodgesville Elementary PTO Trunk or Treat
Maniac Mountain and Hodgesville Elementary PTO are doing it again and we are hoping to be bigger and better!!!
Our 3rd annual Trunk or Treat!
Safe family Fun!
Contact Maniac Mountain or Hodgesville Elementary if you want a trunk!!!
Reach for the Stars Gala
Reach for the Stars in support of Appalachian Impact! Our 5th Annual Gala will be held on the evening of October 17th 2026 at The Opera House, Buckhannon, WV with music, hors d'oeuvres, and dancing.
Doors open at 6:45 pm, with events launching at 7:00 pm. Semi formal attire is encouraged. We will have silent auctions happening throughout the night. Celebrate with us as we empower the youth of our community.
Our heartbeat is simple: we build hope for at risk students in our region. We do this through one-to-one mentoring, after school programs, and a space for youth called The Adventure Center.
All proceeds will benefit Appalachian Impact to establish permanent staff position, solidify and grow our scholarship fund, and hire summer staff members.
Couples Ticket: $90
Individual Ticket: $50
Need to write a business check? Contact us! julie@appalachianimpact.org
Kids Halloween Trunk or Treat
A family‑friendly evening at the Ellamore Fire Department featuring decorated trunks, hay rides, hot chocolate, and plenty of Halloween fun. Kids are encouraged to come in costume and enjoy this free community event hosted by EVFD.
Date: Saturday, October 17 Time: 5–8 PM Location: Ellamore Fire Department Contact: Sue Dean (304‑288‑6279) or Crystal Wilt (304‑613‑9320)
MoonFlower's Harvest Festival
Moon Flower is hosting our 2nd Annual HARVEST FESTIVAL! Celebrating the end of our grow season with a block party.
Back and better than ever with yummy food trucks, groovy local vendors, live music, a chili cook-off, store-wide celebration, activities, and a day full of fun with great company.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Maniac Mountain Spooky Kids Day
SPOOKY KIDS DAY – OCT 17TH – 11AM TO 4PM
TICKET INCLUDES ALL SPECIAL ACTIVITIES AND CORN MAZE
KIDS 4 AND UNDER ARE FREE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A PAID ADULT
AGES 5 AND UP ARE $10.00 EACH.
Zach Post Memorial Bake Sale
Join the Post Family Nonprofit for the Zach Post Annual Memorial Food Drive & Bake Sale! Stop by October 17th at 9 AM until sold out at the Body Armor MMA lot for delicious baked goods, Brenda’s famous fudge, and more surprises! Your support helps provide holiday food baskets for local families through the Parish House and Feed My Sheep, while also stocking community blessing boxes. Come grab a treat and help make a difference
Pumpkin Classic Hot Rod Car Show
The Pumpkin Classic Hot Rod Halloween Car Show Trunk or Treat takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Tractor Supply of Buckhannon in Buckhannon, West Virginia. The event features a trunk or treat, food, music, a 50/50 drawing, and a Chinese auction.
Dark Hollow - Screening and Writer/Director Q&A
West Virginia-made horror on the big screen: DARK HOLLOW comes to the Colonial Arts Center in Buckhannon on Tuesday, October 13 at 7 p.m., followed by a Q&A with local cast and crew.
Tickets: https://e.sparxo.com/dark-hollow
Official trailer: https://youtu.be/m2pwAGOnDfQ
Hampton Venue Octoberfest Brunch
Come celebrate fall at Hampton Venue’s Octoberfest Brunch! Enjoy a delicious spread of Southern favorites, fall desserts, and good food for the whole family on Sunday, October 11, from 11 AM–2 PM. Reservations are requested, so grab your family and friends and come hungry!
Book Talk: "The American Log Cabin" by Gerald Milnes
Join Gerald “Gerry” Milnes for a fascinating journey into the history, craftsmanship, stories, and traditions behind West Virginia’s iconic log cabins. This free book talk explores the folk architecture and lore of the Old Frontier through the eyes of a celebrated musician, filmmaker, author, and National Heritage Fellow.
Maniac Mountain Family Corn Maze
Maniac Mountain’s Family Friendly Corn Maze will be open every Saturday & Sunday in OCTOBER only!
Bring the family out for a fall adventure through the largest corn maze in North Central West Virginia — no scares, just good old-fashioned fall fun.
Open Saturdays & Sundays in October
11 AM–4 PM
$10 per person
Grab the kids, bring your friends, and make a day of it at Maniac Mountain!
Jaws BBQ Hillbilly Days - Fall Festival
Join Jaws BBQ with their 2026 Hillbilly Days Fall Festival! Enjoy classic cars of all kinds at the car show (Awards at 4pm), a delicious hog roast (1pm), and bluegrass music as we welcome fall!
Gates open at 9am, with Dash Plaques given to the first 50 cars. Located at North Buckhannon Riverfront Park. For more information, call 304-472-2700.
Family Event— No coolers, alcohol, drugs, vaping, smoking, or solicitation.