Calendar of Events

Jefferson County seasonal favorites to put on your calendar

  • Restaurant Week - first week in March

  • Shepherdstown Earth Fest - May 2

  • Shepherdstown Back Alley Tour & Tea - May 16-17

  • Shepherdstown Street Fest - June 6

  • Ranson Festival and Car Show - June 6

  • WV Fest June 13

  • Shepherdstown 4th of July parade and picnic

  • Contemporary American Theater Festival - July 10 through Aug 2

  • Charles Town Classic - August

  • Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival - September 25-27

  • WV Breeders Classic - October 10

  • Freedom’s Run - October 10

  • Over The Mountain Studio Tour - Second weekend in November

  • Charles Town/Ranson Christmas Parade - December 5

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Major Events in Jefferson County

We are unable to publish a full events calendar for all of our towns. These are just a few highlights!

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    Jefferson County Tourism Summit

    April

    Learn about all that is happening in the tourism industry in Jefferson County.

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    Back Alley Garden Tour & Tea

    May 16 & 17, 2026

    A self-guided walking tour of some of the most beautiful gardens in Shepherdstown along with an afternoon tea party.

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    Restaurant Week

    First Full Week of March

    Enjoy week long specials at area restaurants.

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    Contemporary American Theater Festival (CATF)

    July 10 - August 2

    Experience the magic of live theater like never before in Shepherdstown—the oldest (and most charming) town in West Virginia.

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    American Conservation Film Festival

    A weekend filled with 26 powerful stories and perspectives from filmmakers and conservationists across the globe.

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  • Over the Mountain Studio Tour

    November 10 - 11, 2026

    Come visit us in our studios during the beautiful fall season here in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia.

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  • Shepherdstown Street Fest

    June 6, 2026

    This is a festival about all that is unique, artistic, and welcoming in Shepherdstown!

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