Grab Your Calendar, Fun Awaits This December in Almost Heaven

Celebrate the winter season this year in Almost Heaven. In the wintertime, West Virginia comes alive with festive and one-of-a-kind events that’ll get you outside exploring the state and creating special winter memories. Get out your calendars because this December must-see events and festivals await each day.

North Pole Express

December 1, 6, 7, 8, 13-22, Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad

Holiday magic awaits on the North Pole Express train excursion at Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad. This train excursions leads to the North Pole where Santa will board the trail. During the excursions enjoy storytelling, Christmas caroling, milk and cookies and many more holiday festivities. Make sure to purchase your tickets today for this popular holiday experience.

Mountain Memories Christmas Dinner Show

December 5-7, 13-14, 19-21, Gandy Dancer Theatre

Enjoy incredible holiday music and a delicious dinner at the Mountain Memories Christmas Dinner Show at Gandy Dancer Theatre. The dinner show features talented singers, beautiful costumed dancers, comedians, musicians and a plated Christmas dinner. The Mountain Memories Christmas Dinner Show is a perfect event to start the winter season.

18^th Century Christmas Tour

December 1-7, Prickett’s Fort State Park

Experience a historical colonial Christmas celebration with an 18^th Century Christmas Tour at beautiful Prickett’s Fort State Park. During the interpreter-led tour, you’ll explore the 18^th century historic fort and the 19^th century Job Prickett House.

Hometown Holiday Marketplace

December 14, Richwood

At the Hometown Holiday Marketplace enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas shopping experience at the stores along Richwood’s Historic Main Street. Throughout the day enjoy Christmas music and shopping for one-of-a-kind gifts.

Winter Brewfest

December 14, Snowshoe Mountain Resort

Warm up this season at the Winter Brewfest at Snowshoe Mountain Resort. At Winter Brewfest sample more than 50 varieties of beer including local favorites and award-winning beers and enjoy live music throughout the festival.

Opening Day

December 14, Canaan Valley Resort State Park

Get ready for a season of snow much fun at Canaan Valley Resort State Park and join them on December 14 for opening day on the slopes. The resort has 47 incredible trails for skiers and snowboarders of any level to enjoy. The resort also has a multi-lane tube park for even more snowy fun.

This post was last updated on March 18, 2022