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Calendar of Events

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Jefferson County seasonal favorites to put on your calendar

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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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    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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  • Appalachian Chamber Music Festival

    August 5-16, 2026

    Two weeks of performances across Jefferson County and beyond, from Bach and Gershwin to the world premiere of a new bass quintet by Liliya Ugay, commissioned for this season.

    Full Program and Tickets

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    Freedom's Run

    October 10, 2026

    Celebrate history, community, health, & the soul of running. We offer a marathon, half marathon, 10K, & 5K... plus a Kids 1-mile Fun Run!

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  • Marketing graphic for 'Over the Mountain Studio Tour' featuring mountain landscape illustration

    Over the Mountain Studio Tour

    November 14 - 15, 2026

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

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    Restaurant Week

    First Full Week of March

    Enjoy week long specials at area restaurants.

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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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    American Conservation Film Festival

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

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    Back Alley Garden Tour & Tea

    May

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

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    Shepherdstown Street Fest

    June

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

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  • people walking at festival in downtown Charles Town, WV

    WV Fest

    June

    Music all day long. Shop with over 140 vendors, enjoy food trucks, and community in historically hip downtown Charles Town!

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    Ranson Festival & Car Show

    June

    Bring the whole family out to enjoy craft vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, a kids zone, petting zoo & pony rides, and a kids car show.

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  • Oktoberfest dancers at Bavarian Inn Shepherdstown WV

    Bavarian Inn Oktoberfest

    September 20, 2026

    German music and dancers, authentic Bavarian food, beer and wine, vendors, and plenty of activities for children, fun for the whole family!

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