Mountain State Forest Festival

The Mountain State Forest Festival is one of the largest and oldest festivals in West Virginia, continuing to promote the beauty and splendor of our mountains and valleys in all their autumn glory and promoting prudent development, conservation and culture of our abundant natural resources for the future.

The festival affords us the opportunity to share with our community and state the important role West Virginia’s natural resources play in our economic development. Rich in tradition, the Festival also plays a major role in our local and state economy and offers something for everyone to enjoy, such as, headline concerts and music shows, lumberjack competition, forestry & wood exhibits, juried art show, photography exhibit, quilt show, arts and crafts, amusement rides, and parades.

Schedule :

September 30, 2023

6:00 AM : Bass Fishing Classic Boat Launch - Scott Ford Boat Ramp

3:00 PM : Bass Fishing Classic Weigh In - Scott Ford Boat Ramp

9:00 AM : MSFF Highland Dance Competition (Morning Session) Primary, Beginner, & Novice Contest, Registration 8:30 AM Citizens Bank of WV Amphitheatre - Davis & Elkins College

11:00 AM : Official Opening Ceremony - Jennings Randolph Federal Building Plaza

12:00 PM : Strongest Team in the Forest Competition - Elkins High School

1:00 PM : MSFF Highland Dance Competition (Afternoon Session) Intermediate & Premier Contest, Registration 12:30 PM Citizens Bank of WV Amphitheatre, Davis & Elkins College

1:00 PM : Car Show/Mountain State Street Machines - Summit Church Lot

1:00 PM : Irish Road Bowling - Georgetown Road Course Registration 12:00 PM/ Post Game Awards, Big Timber Brewing Co., 2 Davis Ave, Shuttle Service

2:00 PM : Cornhole Tournament- Registration 1:00 PM, Summit Church Lot - Inclement Weather American Legion

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM : Forest Festival Kickoff Party - Elkins Town Square - Live Music by Bon Journey - 6:30 PM - Inclement Weather Phil Gainer Community Center