There's plenty of places around north central West Virginia to kick back and watch Fourth of July fireworks, and we've got the full list (that we know of). PARKERSBURG, W.Va. (WTAP) — As we head into the weekend, many locals are beginning to prepare for their July 4 celebrations. Here is a list of events happening in the area. West Virginia Parkersburg: The American Legion Post 15 will host its annual carnival at Parkersburg City Park. Experience the magic of our small-town Independence Day Celebration with Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival. This event features fun activities for the whole family with a 4th of July Parade, fireworks, craft vendors, food vendors, live music, and more! The event starts Thursday, July 3, and runs through Sunday, July 6, with a wide range of events, activities, and live music, including some big-name headliners. See the full schedule of events here. RIPLEY: It wouldn’t be a list of 4th of July celebrations without “ America’s Largest Small Town Independence Day Celebration ” in Ripley! Enjoy an entire weekend of activities around town. Friday, July 4th. West Virginia’s Mountain State Art and Craft Fair returns July 3–5 with new vendors, live music, artisan demos, and family fun. From Huntington to Charleston, communities are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, which will be on a Thursday this year. Live music, family-friendly events and a hot dog eating contest See the schedule of daily events and activities at the Ripley, West Virginia 4th of July Celebration. West Virginia's best festival guide with over 450 festival events in such cities as Charleston, Parkersburg, Morgantown, Lewisburg, Princeton, Huntington, Spencer, and Snowshoe. Mercer County, WV (WOAY) – Alderson may be the biggest 4 of July celebration in the state, but it’s not the only celebration. The city of Princeton is getting ready to kick off its Fourth of July celebration. It all begins at the Chuck Mathena Center with three musical groups featuring Trial by Complete list of Independence Day fireworks displays across West Virginia in 2025. From Charleston to Huntington, find all Fourth of July celebrations with parades, concerts, and spectacular pyrotechnic shows. Petersburg 4th of July Celebration Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 9:00am Various Venues in Petersburg Petersburg, WV 26847 Fayetteville’s Heritage Festival and 4th of July celebration will take place July 3rd and 4th. This event features fun activities for the whole family, including a 4th of July Parade, fireworks, carnival, live music, and more! Celebrate Independence Day at Oglebay in scenic Wheeling, WV with live music, pool parties, inflatable fun, kid-friendly activities, and dazzling fireworks. Head to the Terra Alta, WV Community Park for their 99th annual celebration in the Park, hosted by Terra Alta’s Volunteer Fire Department. Children and families are invited to join in on the fun by taking a turn on the bounce houses and digging into some good BBQ. With July 4 rapidly approaching, West Virginia municipalities have made plans for fireworks displays. BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - It’s time to start making your Fourth of July plans! A number of Fourth of July celebrations will be held in the North Central West Virginia area. The events we’ve Snowshoe Mountain’s favorite celebration of Appalachian culture returns July 4 through July 6. The celebration will feature local musicians and artisans from the region, fun games and, of course, fireworks atop the mountain on Saturday night. There’s plenty of places around north central West Virginia to kick back and watch Fourth of July fireworks, and we’ve got the full list (that we know of). Beckley, WV - Fourth of July Celebration will be July 4 at the Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center. The event will begin at 5 p.m. include food, vendors, and fireworks.
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