Davis, W.Va. — Tucker County, West Virginia, invites residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day weekend with a vibrant lineup of events, including festivals, live music and fireworks displays.
The festivities kick off at Canaan Valley Resort State Park with Windfest 2024, a three-day event from July 5-7. Witness incredible displays of giant kites, including a 115-foot cobra snake and a 150-foot turbine. Aspiring kite flyers can learn the art of stunt kite control, while everyone can enjoy live music, scenic chairlift rides and mountain vistas.
Complementing Windfest, the Resort will also host a free live music performance by The Silas Powell Band on July 5, as part of its ongoing Mountainside Music Series.
On July 6, the celebration shifts to the town of Thomas for the cherished tradition of Mountaineer Days. This beloved event features a full-day lineup, including:
- 8 a.m. – Kick off your day with the 2K/5K race by Young Life.
- 10 a.m. – Browse the food and craft vendors lining the railroad grade.
- 10:30 a.m. – Let your child unleash their creativity during the Kids Bicycle Decorating Contest sponsored by Ranger Jane.
- 11 a.m. – Listen to Nat Frederick on the Main Stage.
- Noon – Celebrate the community spirit during the Fourth of July parade.
- 1 p.m. – Support a sweet cause with the Cake Walk sponsored by Mountaineer Humane Society.
- 2:30 p.m. to Dusk – Enjoy live music entertainment on the Main Stage (bands and artists to be confirmed).
- Dark – Stay for the dazzling finale — the 67th Annual Fireworks by the Thomas Volunteer Fire Department.
Capping off the weekend is a free outdoor concert by the esteemed Wheeling Symphony Orchestra at 3 p.m. on July 7 at the Canaan Valley Resort Ski Area Side. Included in the Celebration of the Arts presented by the Alpine Festival, this patriotic performance features conductor John Devlin and acclaimed tenor soloist Ben Gulley. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Donations to support the event are appreciated.
“There’s something special about celebrating Independence Day in the small mountain towns of Tucker County,” said Jessica Waldo, Executive Director of the Tucker County Convention and Visitors Bureau. “With a variety of events and activities to suit all interests, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”
For a complete schedule and more information on planning your Fourth of July getaway to Tucker County, visit gettuckered.com.
About the Tucker County Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Tucker County Convention and Visitors Bureau is a nonprofit marketing and sales organization whose mission is to promote tourism and advertise Tucker County as a visitor-friendly travel destination.