Thursday, August 1, 2024
The delicious adventures experienced by Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film starring Gene Wilder and new songs by Leslie Bricusse (Jekyll & Hyde, Doctor Dolittle) and Anthony Newley, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth.
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka follows enigmatic candy manufacturer, Willy Wonka, as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats: the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory… or suffer the consequences.
For more information or to purchase tickets online, click HERE.
Tickets can also be purchased in-person at The Chamber & Visitors Center, City Hall and Salon 88.
Friday, August 2, 2024
It’s officially summer when plans are underway for WV’s Largest Yard Sale in Upshur and Lewis Counties! The first weekend in August has become a HUGE annual event – folks start calling in January / February to confirm the dates and make their plans. Not only are people coming from all over West Virginia to bargain shop, but from surrounding states and as far as Florida to find a good deal! Find hundreds of Yard Sales scattered throughout multiple counties in the center of West Virginia and join us in welcoming visitors as they travel and discover our small town’s charm.
That’s the goal of WV’s Largest Yard Sale…. for locals to have an opportunity to sell their unwanted items and clear out their garages while bargain hunters have the best experience shopping yard sales in our towns. Not only do folks stop by the Yard Sales, they are exploring all that our counties have to offer. They get to see the historic buildings, drive some country roads, discover some amazing food at local restaurants and enjoy a weekend with their friends and family.
If Bargain Hunting, Be Prepared:
. Comfortable Walking Shoes – One of the great things about WV’s Largest Yard Sale is that you get to see our beautiful neighborhoods, and many times you’ll find a long stretch of Yard Sales along one street. But you do have to walk between Yard Sales, so plan to dress comfortably!
. Water, Water and more Water – The weather is always spectacular and sunny during WV’s Largest Yard Sale, so stay hydrated & enjoy! Sunscreen, sunglasses & hats are a good idea, too.
. Shopping Bags – Most of the individual Yard Sales will have bags available for you after you’ve purchased a few items; But it’s a good idea to bring a reusable bag, just in case.
. Cash & Change – It sounds obvious, but remember to bring pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters and plenty of ‘small’ bills to purchase your bargain!
Map
Beginning June 1, registered yard sales will be added regularly to our online map!
To Register a Yard Sale
Registration will open on June 1, 2024.
Registration for the WV’s Largest Yard Sale will be online using a simple online form, and registration is FREE again this year! Along with the simplified online registration, you will also find the official yard sale MAP online, as well. We will try to have a printed version available, but we cannot guarantee it this year.
For a full list of registered yard sales, click HERE
Questions?
Email info@visitbuckhannon.com or call 304-473-1400.
Friday, August 2, 2024
Living History Encampment Rendezvous
Visit the WV Wildlife center and enjoy re-enactments spanning from Pre-Colonial times through the Civil War era.
Come “Walk Through History” on August 2 & 3 from 9a to 5p.
Cost to attend is $4/adult (16 yr & older), $2/child (6yr to 15 yr), children 5 & under are free.
Some of the demonstrations you will see:
- blacksmithing
- gunsmithing
- leather work
- fire starting
- cooking
- and more skills!
For more information, call the WV Wildlife Center at 304-924-6211