Brief History and Useful Festival Information
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What is the WV Strawberry Festival? This festival was started in 1936, as a way to honor the Strawberry Growers. This gave the Strawberry Growers a place to sell their berries. As it grew, so did the events that we have at the Festival. In 1936 it was 1 day only, and now it's a 5 day celebration. We honor the Strawberry Growers from all over the state of West Virginia and have the Strawberry Auction on Friday afternoon of Festival Week.
When is it? It's held annually the 3rd week of May.
How do I get there? We are located in the center of the state. Find Interstate 79 and take exit 99 towards Buckhannon.
What can I experience at the festival? We have always been known as “An Exciting Family Tradition”. We have 5 fun filled days of events for all ages.
We have the Strawberry Gift Shop, Arts & Craft Show at WV Wesleyan College, and Food Vendors all over town, and don’t forget the Carnival that is here all week.
Opening Ceremonies begin Wednesday at Noon. That evening brings the beautiful Coronation of the King and Queen.
Thursday is Children's Day. All kinds of children's activities throughout the day at Jawbone Park, with the Junior Royalty Parade starting at 6:30. We honor our Junior Royalty Court that is selected in the Junior Royalty Pageant which is held in March of each year, along with other children's groups. (Twirling groups, 4-H clubs, marching bands, etc.) And don't forget Strawberry Idol at 8:00 pm.
Friday is Fireman's Day. More activities at Jawbone Park. Irish Road Bowling starts. Fireman's Parade at 6:30.
Street Party (from 8:00 pm - 12:00 am ) with 3 stages above the crowd and lots of entertainment on every street corner. Strawberry Idol at 8:00 pm.
Saturday is Grand Feature Parade. Along with the Largest Parade in the State, we also have a Strawberry Run, Antique Car Parade & Show, Band Exhibition.
Street Party (from 8:00 pm - 12:00 am) with 3 stages above the crowd and lots of entertainment on every street corner.
Strawberry Idol Finals start at 5:30 pm.
Sunday has a variety of events. The states biggest Draft Horse Pull along with the Miniature Horse Show. Gospel Sing at WV Wesleyan College and the Jack Barker Memorial Canoe Race down at the Wood Street Park.
What should I bring with me? A Good Pair of Walking Shoes and a Good Appetite. And, for watching the parades maybe a lawn chair.
What does the festival cost? There is NO entrance fee. Money is only needed for the carnival, the food you eat and the gifts you purchase.
What should I do about parking? There is parking available as you enter town, along with street parking and at WV Wesleyan College. Bus parking is available at local Churches and WV Wesleyan College.
What attractions are nearby? WV Wildlife Center at French Creek, Ron Hinkle's Glass Shop, Stonewall Resort, State 4 - H Camp, Stonewall Jackson Paddle boat, Cass Railroad, Potomac Eagle Railroad, American Mountain Theatre, and lots more. Visit the Upshur County Convention and Visitor's Bureu for additional information.
Where can I stay during the festival? We have a list of Hotels, Motels and Bed & Breakfast Inns on our Website. They are also on our Brochures.
The locations start locally and go out as far as 75 miles
Where can I eat? There is Food Vendors set up all around town, from Main Street to WV Wesleyan College, local Churches and Restaurants.
I want to be an exhibitor, what do I need to know? First, what kind of exhibitor are you? (Example..Arts & Crafts, Food Vendor, Professional Display Unit.)
We have different types of exhibitors set - up all around town. You need to call Festival Office or Email us with the following information.
Name...phone numbers...what kind of exhibit, and someone will contact you, as well as pass the message to the chairman of that Event.
I want to compete in an event, what do I need to know? We need to know what kind of event you are interested in? (Example..Strawberry Run..Band Competition..Diaper Derby..Canoe Race..Road Bowling) Then you can call Festival Office or Email us with the following information. Name… phone numbers...which event, and someone will contact you with the proper information.
I'd like to donate, who do I talk to? What do you want to donate? Money or something in kind? You can talk to any of the Board of Directors Members.
They will be more than happy to except any and all donations of any kind. Each Event that the festival has needs donations.
I'd like my business to sponsor the festival, who do I talk to?
Do you have an Event in mind? If not that’s okay, because we have a Sponsorship Book that has a list of Events along with the cost.
Sponsorships are the most important thing that your business can do! Our President and Sponsorship Chairman will contact you ASAP.
Please call Festival Office (304-472-9036) or Email us on our Website. www.wvstrawberryfestival.com
When is it? It's held annually the 3rd week of May.
How do I get there? We are located in the center of the state. Find Interstate 79 and take exit 99 towards Buckhannon.
What can I experience at the festival? We have always been known as “An Exciting Family Tradition”. We have 5 fun filled days of events for all ages.
We have the Strawberry Gift Shop, Arts & Craft Show at WV Wesleyan College, and Food Vendors all over town, and don’t forget the Carnival that is here all week.
Opening Ceremonies begin Wednesday at Noon. That evening brings the beautiful Coronation of the King and Queen.
Thursday is Children's Day. All kinds of children's activities throughout the day at Jawbone Park, with the Junior Royalty Parade starting at 6:30. We honor our Junior Royalty Court that is selected in the Junior Royalty Pageant which is held in March of each year, along with other children's groups. (Twirling groups, 4-H clubs, marching bands, etc.) And don't forget Strawberry Idol at 8:00 pm.
Friday is Fireman's Day. More activities at Jawbone Park. Irish Road Bowling starts. Fireman's Parade at 6:30.
Street Party (from 8:00 pm - 12:00 am ) with 3 stages above the crowd and lots of entertainment on every street corner. Strawberry Idol at 8:00 pm.
Saturday is Grand Feature Parade. Along with the Largest Parade in the State, we also have a Strawberry Run, Antique Car Parade & Show, Band Exhibition.
Street Party (from 8:00 pm - 12:00 am) with 3 stages above the crowd and lots of entertainment on every street corner.
Strawberry Idol Finals start at 5:30 pm.
Sunday has a variety of events. The states biggest Draft Horse Pull along with the Miniature Horse Show. Gospel Sing at WV Wesleyan College and the Jack Barker Memorial Canoe Race down at the Wood Street Park.
What should I bring with me? A Good Pair of Walking Shoes and a Good Appetite. And, for watching the parades maybe a lawn chair.
What does the festival cost? There is NO entrance fee. Money is only needed for the carnival, the food you eat and the gifts you purchase.
What should I do about parking? There is parking available as you enter town, along with street parking and at WV Wesleyan College. Bus parking is available at local Churches and WV Wesleyan College.
What attractions are nearby? WV Wildlife Center at French Creek, Ron Hinkle's Glass Shop, Stonewall Resort, State 4 - H Camp, Stonewall Jackson Paddle boat, Cass Railroad, Potomac Eagle Railroad, American Mountain Theatre, and lots more. Visit the Upshur County Convention and Visitor's Bureu for additional information.
Where can I stay during the festival? We have a list of Hotels, Motels and Bed & Breakfast Inns on our Website. They are also on our Brochures.
The locations start locally and go out as far as 75 miles
Where can I eat? There is Food Vendors set up all around town, from Main Street to WV Wesleyan College, local Churches and Restaurants.
I want to be an exhibitor, what do I need to know? First, what kind of exhibitor are you? (Example..Arts & Crafts, Food Vendor, Professional Display Unit.)
We have different types of exhibitors set - up all around town. You need to call Festival Office or Email us with the following information.
Name...phone numbers...what kind of exhibit, and someone will contact you, as well as pass the message to the chairman of that Event.
I want to compete in an event, what do I need to know? We need to know what kind of event you are interested in? (Example..Strawberry Run..Band Competition..Diaper Derby..Canoe Race..Road Bowling) Then you can call Festival Office or Email us with the following information. Name… phone numbers...which event, and someone will contact you with the proper information.
I'd like to donate, who do I talk to? What do you want to donate? Money or something in kind? You can talk to any of the Board of Directors Members.
They will be more than happy to except any and all donations of any kind. Each Event that the festival has needs donations.
I'd like my business to sponsor the festival, who do I talk to?
Do you have an Event in mind? If not that’s okay, because we have a Sponsorship Book that has a list of Events along with the cost.
Sponsorships are the most important thing that your business can do! Our President and Sponsorship Chairman will contact you ASAP.
Please call Festival Office (304-472-9036) or Email us on our Website. www.wvstrawberryfestival.com