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Olde Town Christmas Parade

Watch Christmas come to life at Martinsburg's annual holiday parade. You'll see familiar characters like Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph as well as festive floats, antique cars, firetrucks and more.

Martinsburg’s Tree Lighting Ceremony

Usher in the beginning of the holiday season at Martinsburg's annual tree lighting ceremony in the beautifully decorated town square. Drink hot chocolate, listen to carols and watch Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive in a horse-drawn sleigh to light up the tree.

Romney’s Annual Christmas Parade

Parade Route: Birch Lane from WVSDB to School St. Line up: 11:00 am at WV Schools for the Deaf and the Blind an hour before starting time. Contacts: Sallie 301-707-6369 or G.T. 304-671-8558 Sponsored by the Hampshire Review and the Romney Volunteer Fire Dept.

4th Annual Christmas Festival Of Lights

Annual Christmas Festival of Lights - Opening Ceremony Sat, Nov 26th at 5 pm. We will serve coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies free of charge to all who attend the Lighting Ceremony, and Santa will be there to greet the kids of all ages. The Christmas Festival of Lights will run Nov. 26, 2016 - Jan. 1, 2017 daily from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. And the best part is that you can enjoy the lights from the warmth and comfort of your own vehicle free of charge!

A Matt VanFossen Christmas at The Strand

We are bringing a a Christmas Show to Moundsville, WV live after the Moundsville Christmas Parade! So come down grab some cocoa and popcorn and settle in for a fun night!

Marshall County Fair Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair

Come and start your Christmas shopping early! Locally made crafts and baked goods, as well as vendors selling “31,” “Origami Owl,” and much more! Location: Chevron Building at Marshall County Fairgrounds on 12th Street in Moundsville, WV 26041 FREE ADMISSION Contact Info: Cindy: 304-845-2696 Lisa: 304-281-5790

Festival of Trees

Come see the trees! This holiday tradition is a festive way to celebrate the holiday season in the Mid-Ohio Valley area. Decorators put their heart and soul into decorating over 30 trees and wreaths. They will be on display from Tuesday, November 15 through Thursday, December 1, 2016. No charge for viewing.

“A Family Christmas!” 1170 & Ron Retzer Trio

The Ohio Valley’s own Ron Retzer Trio and 1170 return to the Capitol Theatre to provide a spectacular Christmas Event. The Ron Retzer Trio and the 1170 Jamboree Staff Band have been entertaining audiences for decades! The Band performed for the crowds at Jamboree in the Hills with our very own Brad Paisley. This event will add joy to your Holiday Season. Our family welcomes your family to enjoy an evening filled with fun, entertainment, and Holiday Spirit! Tickets are $20.00 Each and are festival seating!

Sara Evans “At Christmas”

Multi-platinum selling country singer and songwriter, Sara Evans has been called “one of the most compelling vocalists of her generation.” This show will contain many of her well known hits, and the Christmas favorites we all know and love!

Broadway Christmas Wonderland

This most loved Christmas show features glittering costumes, a dazzling cast, and the highest kicking Chorus Girls this side of the North Pole. Start Christmas in style as Santa and his merry helpers take you on an unforgettable nostalgic Christmas journey. Songs include “White Christmas;” “Winter Wonderland;” “Have Yourself A Very Merry Christmas;” “Chestnuts Roasting;” “Jingle Bells;” “Away in a Manger;” “Silent Night;” “Deck The Halls;” “Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree;” “O Holy Night” and many more. This sparkling Holiday Show is ideal for the whole family. Pre-Show Dinner in the Ballroom available! Call 304-233-7000 for reservations.

Pipestem State Park – STOCKING STUFFER ART & CRAFT SHOW

Visit Pipestem State Park today and fill your sleigh with gifts that are sure to please everyone on your list or Santa's. Doors open Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in Pipestem's expansive conference center. Over thirty vendors showcasing and selling artisan crafts to sweets and treats – visit and pick up Christmas and holiday cheer gift for friends, family and yourself. Open to the public. No admission charge. Have questions: Call Kim Hawkins or email kimberly.j.hawkins@wv.gov.

Vogues Christmas Show

"Christmas With The Vogues", with special guest "Bo Wagner's Tribute to Sinatra."

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

The Symphony's tradition continues to define the holiday season featuring the best of Maestro Cooper's wonderful arrangements.

Christmas Village, Way Back Weekends

Special Friday & Saturday evening Way Back Weekend | December 2, 3, 9, 10; Hours: 5-9 PM | “Christmas Village” - Celebrate the most wonderful time of year as the village will be transformed by community Christmas spirit! Holiday Market, live music, and Santa Claus will bring plenty of joy for the entire family!

Snowflake Express Train Rides with Santa

Christmas Cookies and hot cocoa, Santa and all his helpers from the North Pole and a train ride to see

Old Time Christmas at Welton Park- FREE

A beautiful setting of enchanting lights, horse drawn carriages, Dickens carolers, story time, hot cocoa and cookies- all Free at Welton Park- come celebrate the Christmas Season with us! Call the chamber office for more details or see our website! And don't forget the Snowflake Express Train Ride with Santa and Christmas Parade the same weekend- come enjoy the weekend with us!

Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents “Let It Snow”

All Jack wants for Christmas is a little peace and quiet, but it's not meant to be. He's in for a big surprise when his boisterous vaudeville-performing parents show up uninvited with a trunk full of props and years of marital discord. Peter Quilter's charming holiday musical will have you laughing all the way.

60 Spectacular Days of Holiday Cheer at The Greenbrier

Holidays at The Greenbrier are as memorable as they are special. Thousands of lights adorning just about every structure, special holiday-themed entertainment and Christmas tree lighting ceremonies every Saturday in December are all part of the merriment! Nobody in the region puts on a bigger or better display of holiday pride than The Greenbrier during the 60 Spectacular Days of Holiday Cheer!

Christmas in November WinterFest

200 high quality crafters set up booths inside Wheeling's WesBanco Arena. It is a wonderful way to get you and your family in a holiday mood. Beautiful handmade items, some truly one of a kind, are available for purchase as reasonable prices. Make sure you put Wheeling's Christmas in November at WesBanco Arena on your things to do this coming holiday season, you will be glad you did.

Honky Tonk Sweethearts – “A Homecoming Christmas”

The Ohio Valley’s own Honky Tonk Sweethearts return with a heartwarming Christmas show that also pays tribute to our military troops serving at home and abroad. Don’t miss this incredible quartet with some special friends to help you get ready for the holidays!

Hinton’s Annual Christmas Bazaar

Held the first Saturday in December every year, the Christmas Bazaar rings in the holiday season through live music, great local vendors, a Christmas Parade, Santa Claus, and recognition of Summers County High School's Snow Queen. Door prizes and cash prizes are given out every year as well! For more information, call the City of Hinton at 304-466-3255.

Hawks Nest State Park – LIGHT ALONG THE MIDLAND TRAIL

Just the right amount of lights to make thing merry and bright - Lights Along the Midland Trail (Route 60) showcases 108 unique holiday displays at Hawks Nest State Park. Drive slowly around the state park property. There is no cost. Lodge, gift shop and restaurant are open year-round. Stop in! and sit a spell by the lobby fireplace. Lights on from about 5:30 - 10:00 p.m. each evening from December 1, 2015 to January 3, 2016. Happy Holidays from Hawks Nest State Park.

Christmas in the Park !

Christmas in the Park is a 2-3 mile drive-thru Christmas light display that is free to the public. Donations are welcome. We have hundreds of thousands of lights. We are a non-profit organization in our 22nd year. Santa land is open Dec. 1st thru Dec. 22nd. Gift shop open daily.

Holiday in the Park

Celebrate the holidays by driving with family and friends through the skillfully decorated City and Southwood Parks while listening to