THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1
Greenbrier River Trail Bike Trek 2026
Grab your bike and gear and join fellow trekkers on a ride with a purpose — the Greenbrier River Trail Bike Trek — October 1–4, 2026. The trek will be a fully supported, multi-day ride from Cass in Pocahontas County to Anthony in Greenbrier County.
Trek proceeds will benefit The Greenbrier River Trail Foundation, Greenbrier Youth Camp and Cass EMS.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
Greenbrier River Trail Bike Trek 2026
Fully supported multi-day ride from Cass to Anthony benefiting The Greenbrier River Trail Foundation, Greenbrier Youth Camp and Cass EMS.
WV Off Grid Living, Homesteading and
Self-Preparedness Expo
West Virginia State Fairgrounds | 947 Maplewood
Ave., Lewisburg
The WV Off Grid Living, Homesteading and Self-Preparedness (Survive & Thrive) Expo will be held at the WV State Fairgrounds October 2–3, 2026. This family-friendly event offers lessons and information on homesteading, off-grid living, overall preparedness and self-reliance, as well as valuable survival techniques.Food trucks will be on-site, along with fun activities for kids of all ages.
Michael Cleveland & Jason Carter
Carnegie Hall | Lewisburg | 7 p.m.
Carnegie Hall’s Mainstage Performance on Friday, October 2, features bluegrass powerhouses Michael Cleveland & Jason Carter. These artists are two of the most decorated fiddlers in Bluegrass music history.
Club Carnegie: 6–6:45 p.m. in the Board Room.
Information: carnegiehallwv.org
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | Lewisburg |
Museum opens at 5 p.m.
The Greenbrier Historical Society presents the temporary exhibit The Good Death: Mourning Culture in Victorian America, exploring mourning culture and customs in Victorian America.
ORAGAMI DEMONSTRATION
by Sharon Ginsberg
Plants Etc. 846 Jefferson St. S. Lewisburg 4pm
First Fridays After 5
Downtown Lewisburg 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Our Stories: First Friday Lecture Series: Friday
Night Frights
North House Museum*
Presented by David Briggs, GHS Head Museum Associate.
Family-Friendly Ghost Stories from West Virginia FREE!! Everyone is welcome.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3
Greenbrier River Trail Bike Trek 2026
WV Off Grid Living, Homesteading and
Self-Preparedness Expo
West Virginia State Fairgrounds | 947 Maplewood Ave., Lewisburg Final day of the family-friendly expo featuring homesteading, off-grid living, preparedness and self-reliance seminars, vendors, food trucks and activities for kids.
Appalachian Harvest Festival
Alderson | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Appalachian Harvest Festival returns to Alderson on Saturday, October 3. Enjoy a day celebrating fall, Appalachian culture and the local community.
Native Seeds: Collecting, Processing and
Saving
Wood Thrush Park | 10 a.m.–noon | FREE Come out to Wood Thrush Park for this free and educational event. The Headwaters Native Plants team will guide participants through the whole process of collecting, cleaning and storing native seeds. Free and open to everyone. No registration required.
2nd Annual Peterstown Harvest Market
128 Market Street, Peterstown, WV 24963 |
10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join the community for a day of fellowship and
fall fun in the heart of Peterstown.
Information: Follow Peterstown Harvest Days on Facebook or email [email protected].
Greenbrier Valley Theatre 60th Season Homecoming Dance Fundraiser
The Schoolhouse Hotel | White Sulphur Springs
| 6 p.m.
Greenbrier Valley Theatre invites the West Virginia community to join a joyful Homecoming Dance Fundraiser celebrating the people, stories and decades of theatre magic that have made GVT shine.
As GVT prepares to enter its Diamond Anniversary Season, the evening includes the reveal of its 60th season, dinner, a silent auction and live entertainment from The Santa Cruz Band.
Tickets and sponsorship information: gvtheatre.org/annual-campaign
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Sunset Berry Farm | 791 Sunset School Road,
Alderson | Noon–7 p.m.
Sunset Berry Farm invites everyone out for OctoberFest every Saturday in October. Enjoy outdoor fun for everyone and spooky trail rides for the kids.
Montwell Community Market
970 Jefferson Street N., Lewisburg | 8 a.m.–noon
Farmers Market of Lewisburg
Robert C. Byrd Clinic parking lot, 1464 Jefferson
Street N., Lewisburg | 8 a.m.–noon
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
10 a.m.–noon and 1–3 p.m. | $15
Materials supplied for beginners.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm has taken spine-tingling scares to a whole new level of frightful fun. This is their 12th year of fright nights, and Miller Manor is chock full of unexpected thrills and chills.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte |
Friday & Saturday night
Haunted halls and grounds, the Ellis Sisters Story, live actors, a campfire, Halloween-themed baked goods and hot chocolate.
Cash only. No restroom on site. All proceeds go toward restoration of the Ellis Mansion.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Greenbrier River Trail Bike Trek 2026
Fall & Halloween Jewelry-Making Class with Connie Gottshall
2–5 p.m. | $12–$35, including materials Teens and adults are welcome to join Connie Gottshall for a fall and Halloween-themed jewelry-making class.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5
City of Lewisburg Historic Landmarks
Commission Meeting
Paul R. Cooley Council Chambers | Lewisburg |
5 p.m.
The City of Lewisburg Historic Landmarks Commission will hold its regularly scheduled meeting.
Renick Community Market
217 Huff Street, Renick | 4–6 p.m.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 814 Washington St. W.,
Lewisburg | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Temporary exhibit available during regular museum hours.
Introduction to the Art of Fencing
Carnegie Hall | Lewisburg | 6:30–8 p.m.
Carnegie Hall’s Fall 2026 Introduction to the Art of Fencing series is a dynamic beginner-level course led by Dr. Russell Amundson.
Designed for ages 16 and older, students explore the fundamentals of fencing footwork, bladework and strategy through progressive weekly exercises.
Class equipment is provided except required personal protective gear. Tuition: $225 Carnegie Hall members / $250 nonmembers Adults 50+:
$95 Scholarships available. Space limited.
Information: carnegiehallwv.org | 304-645-7917
Alderson Farmers Market
1447 E. Riverview Avenue, Alderson | 3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
Materials supplied for beginners.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 814 Washington St. W.,
Lewisburg | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Temporary exhibit available during regular
museum hours.
Montwell Community Market
970 Jefferson Street N., Lewisburg | 3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 814 Washington St. W.,
Lewisburg | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Collage Bouquet on Easel with Wendy Reagor
4–6 p.m. | $40, including all materials
Use collage as well as acrylic paints and pens to create a lively picture that can be displayed on the easel provided.
Class limit: 5 students.
White Sulphur Springs Farmers Market
Veterans Memorial Park, Downtown White
Sulphur Springs | 2–6 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 814 Washington St. W.,
Lewisburg | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Special Friday Lecture: American Face
Vessels: Art, Ritual and Mourning in
Southern Appalachia
North House Museum | Museum opens 5 p.m.;
lecture 5:30 p.m. | FREE
Featuring Sean O’Connell. Lecture lasts approximately 30–45 minutes.
West Virginia Bigfoot Festival
Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park |
Summersville | October 9–11 | $10
44th Annual Art & Craft Show
West Virginia State Fairgrounds — WV Building
| 947 Maplewood Ave., Lewisburg | 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
| FREE
Sound Bath at Bodies in Motion
259 Lafayette Street, Lewisburg | 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Rob Meyer-Kukan for a Sound Bath meditation featuring singing bowls, gongs and more.
Information: 7notesnaturalhealth.com/events
Phone: 248-962-5475
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Noon–7 p.m.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The History of Chocolate
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | FREE
Special one-day display at the North House Museum during TOOT. Explore the history of chocolate and discover how this beloved food developed from ancient traditions into the chocolate we know today.
Taste of Our Towns — TOOT
Downtown Lewisburg | 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
The 40th annual Taste of Our Towns festival is a fundraiser for Carnegie Hall.
Information: Carnegie Hall | 304-645-7917
West Virginia Bigfoot Festival
Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park |
Summersville | $10
44th Annual Art & Craft Show
West Virginia State Fairgrounds | 9 a.m.–6 p.m. |
FREE
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Noon–7 p.m.
Montwell Community Market
8 a.m.–noon
Farmers Market of Lewisburg
8 a.m.–noon
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
10 a.m.–noon and 1–3 p.m. | $15
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11
West Virginia Bigfoot Festival
Final day | Summersville | $10
44th Annual Art & Craft Show
West Virginia State Fairgrounds | Noon–4 p.m. |
FREE
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12
Renick Community Market
217 Huff Street, Renick | 4–6 p.m.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fall & Halloween Jewelry-Making Class
with Connie Gottshall
5:30–8 p.m. | $12–$35, including materials
Teens and adults are welcome.
Introduction to the Art of Fencing
Carnegie Hall | 6:30–8 p.m.
Alderson Farmers Market
1447 E. Riverview Avenue | 3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sugar Skull — Day of the Dead Fused Glass
Class with Theresa Filzen
12–2:30 p.m. AND 4–6:30 p.m. | $58
Beginner-friendly and suitable for ages 12 and up.
Class limit: 6 students per class.
This class is offered twice. The sessions are not a
two-part class.
Montwell Community Market
3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Carnegie Hall’s Second Stage Series Presents:
Appalachian Acoustic
Old Stone Room at Carnegie Hall | Lewisburg | 7 p.m.
An intimate, in-the-round evening with three acclaimed West Virginia songwriters — Mary Dailey, Ron Sowell and Aristotle Jones.
White Sulphur Springs Farmers Market
2–6 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Historic Cemetery Tour
Old Stone Cemetery | Lewisburg | 6–9 p.m. | $15
Greenbrier Historical Society and Carnegie Hall are bringing back their popular Historic Cemetery Tours, with Greenbrier Valley Theatre joining the collaboration this year.
The evening combines fascinating history, theatrical flair and just enough mystery for Halloween season.
The Good Death — Evening Viewing
North House Museum | 6–9 p.m.
The temporary exhibit is available for special evening viewing in conjunction with the cemetery tour.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Southern Rock Woodstock 2026
West Virginia State Fairgrounds | 947 Maplewood Ave., Lewisburg | 1–11 p.m.
Southern Rock Woodstock 2026 celebrates a 30-year anniversary tour stop highlighting national Southern Rock acts and band veterans. Ticket purchase required. Proceeds support Homeless Warriors Charity, Inc.
Greenbrier Historical Society Annual
Members Meeting & Dinner
Historic Bell House | 150 Bell Drive, Lewisburg | 5–8 p.m.
Join the Greenbrier Historical Society for a special evening celebrating the GHS community and the history of the Greenbrier Valley.
Information: greenbrierhistorical.org/events
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Noon–7 p.m.
Montwell Community Market
8 a.m.–noon
Farmers Market of Lewisburg
8 a.m.–noon
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
10 a.m.–noon and 1–3 p.m. | $15
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
Saturday, October 17, Visitors Center, 905 Washington St. W., Lewisburg, WV. Slow Jam, old-time music from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Open to musicians and listeners. Everyone is welcome to attend.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18
Landowner Workshop: Deer Ecology,
Problems & Solutions
Wood Thrush Park | 10 a.m.–noon
Join Dr. Tom Saladyga and Dr. Merri Collins for a workshop focused on deer ecology, their impacts and possible solutions.
Participants will visit a newly installed deer enclosure.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
Renick Community Market
217 Huff Street, Renick | 4–6 p.m.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Introduction to the Art of Fencing
Carnegie Hall | Lewisburg | 6:30–8 p.m.
Final Tuesday class of the series.
Beginner-level instruction in fencing footwork, bladework and strategy.
Alderson Farmers Market
3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Luminosity — Morning Sound Bath
7 Notes Natural Health | 298 Randolph Street, Lewisburg | 11 a.m.–noon
Advance registration required.
Information: 7notesnaturalhealth.com/events
Phone: 248-962-5475
Montwell Community Market
3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Introduction to the Art of Fencing
Carnegie Hall | Lewisburg | 6:30–8 p.m.
White Sulphur Springs Farmers Market
2–6 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Mousetrap
Greenbrier Valley Theatre | 1038 Washington St.
E., Lewisburg | 7:30 p.m.
Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap, the world’s longest-running play.
Historic Cemetery Tour
Old Stone Cemetery | Lewisburg | 6–9 p.m. | $15
The Good Death — Evening Viewing
North House Museum | 6–9 p.m.
Live Music featuring Bryan Bielanski
Hawk Knob Cidery | 2245 Blue Sulphur Pike, Lewisburg | 6 p.m. | FREE
Family-friendly. Rain or shine.
Ciders and meads will be available by the bottle or glass.
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Noon–7 p.m.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Mousetrap
Greenbrier Valley Theatre | 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Noon–7 p.m.
Montwell Community Market
8 a.m.–noon
Farmers Market of Lewisburg
8 a.m.–noon
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
10 a.m.–noon and 1–3 p.m. | $15
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25
The Mousetrap
Greenbrier Valley Theatre | Lewisburg | 2:30 p.m.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
Renick Community Market
217 Huff Street, Renick | 4–6 p.m.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Alderson Farmers Market
3–6 p.m.
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
2–4 p.m. | $15
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Marble Dyeing: Fat Quarters & Pillow Squares
with Toni Ogden
5:30–7:30 p.m. | $25
Perfect for quilters and pillow makers.
Class limit: 10.
Historic Cemetery Tour
Old Stone Cemetery | Lewisburg | 7–9 p.m. | $15
Candlelit historic cemetery tour featuring local history, storytelling and theatrical performances.
The Good Death — Evening Viewing
North House Museum | 7–9 p.m.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Resonant Relaxation — Daytime Sound Bath
7 Notes Natural Health | 298 Randolph Street, Lewisburg | 1–2 p.m.
Advance registration required.
Information: 7notesnaturalhealth.com/events
Phone: 248-962-5475
Vulture Culture: Ecology of a Dead Body
Snatcher
Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company | 6–8 p.m.
Learn about the lore and unique ecology of these misunderstood but important scavengers with Dr. Merri Collins.
Part of the Lewisburg Green Drinks monthly series.
Historic Cemetery Tour
Old Stone Cemetery | Lewisburg | 7–9 p.m. | $15
Candlelit historic cemetery tour featuring local history, storytelling and theatrical performances.
The Good Death — Evening Viewing
North House Museum | 7–9 p.m.
White Sulphur Springs Farmers Market
2–6 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Historic Cemetery Tour
Old Stone Cemetery | Lewisburg | 7–9 p.m. | $15
The Good Death — Evening Viewing
North House Museum | 7–9 p.m.
The Mousetrap
Greenbrier Valley Theatre | Lewisburg | 7:30 p.m.
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31
The Good Death: Mourning Culture
in Victorian America
North House Museum | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Mousetrap
Greenbrier Valley Theatre | Lewisburg | 2:30 p.m.
OctoberFest at Sunset Berry Farm
Sunset Berry Farm | 791 Sunset School Road, Alderson | Noon–7 p.m.
Montwell Community Market
8 a.m.–noon
Farmers Market of Lewisburg
8 a.m.–noon
Watercolor with Jeanne Brenneman
10 a.m.–noon and 1–3 p.m. | $15
Miller’s Nightmare Haunted Farm
Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
Ellis Mansion Haunted House
126 Pocahontas Avenue, Ronceverte | Saturday night
