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Even though this state is considered to be a year-round destination, the best time to visit West Virginia is in May and June, and also from September to mid-November. The pleasantness of late spring provides a world of blooming wildflowers for hikers to enjoy. If you are a music fan, come get wild at the Mountain Music Festival in June. Early fall brings beautiful foliage to West Virginia, making this the ideal time to explore the Hatfield-McCoy Trails by ATV or on foot. If you are an extreme sports enthusiast, you won’t want to miss Bridge Day in October. While the cold stretch from late November to April can be harsh, you might be too busy to notice amid ample opportunities for winter sports, and the many holiday-light installations staged all around the state. July and August are hot and humid, but that just makes them better for tourism, due to all the water-based activities and festivals that are available for your choosing.

17 things to do in West Virginia

Fire Rainbows

late March–September Nature

A curious optical phenomenon occurs quite rarely and only in special locations. If you are in the right time and in the right place, just look up to the sky

Cicada Mania

May–mid-June Nature

A billionth population of American cicadas come out during final weeks in their lives to rejoice in a huge mating par

Bridge Day

October 19, 2024 Event

The largest and most spectacular one-day event in West Virginia

State Fair of West Virginia

August 8–17, 2024 Event

One of the best family traditions taking place in mid-August

Mountain Music Festival

June 6-7, 2025 Event

West Virginia's greatest music festival that combines music and mountains

Christmas Lights in West Virginia

mid-November–early January Event

The most wonderful time of the year at West Virginia's largest parks

Oglebay Winter Festival of Lights

November 8, 2024–January 5, 2025 Event

One of the largest holiday light shows in the country

West Virginia Fall Foliage

late September–late October Nature

See Almost Heaven explode with colors

Gauley Season

early September–late October Activity

The most anticipated period of the year among rafting communities

Wildflowers

late April–mid-August Nature

Visit Almost Heaven during the season of wildflower hikes

Scenic Railroad Trips

April–December Activity

Hop aboard a genuine steam locomotive and discover the remote wilderness of West Virginia

Caves & Caverns

all year round Activity

Treat yourself to the wonderful underground sightseeing in Almost Heaven

Hatfield-McCoy Trails

all year round Activity

The best off-road vehicle trail system in the US, and among the greatest ones in the world

West Virginia Renaissance Festival

June 7-29, 2025 Event

A medieval fair with jousting, equestrian shows, medieval music, and much more

West Virginia's Greatest Air Show

May 17–18, 2025 Event

Aerial displays on the oldest airfield in the state of West Virginia

Pumpkin Festival in Milton, WV

October 3-6, 2024 Event

Bring your family for an annual pumpkin harvest celebration, featuring a pumpkin patch and dozens of vendors

Apple Butter Festival in Berkeley Springs

October 11-13, 2024 Event

Are you ready for a tasty fall adventure in an old resort town?

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