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Spring in West Virginia



Spring in West Virginia

Say goodbye to the winter blahs and hello to springtime in the Mountain State. Watch nature awakening on a peaceful mountain vista, or enjoy an unforgettable adventure on America’s best whitewater when rafting season starts in April.


RhododendronHundreds of species of spring wildflowers are in bloom in West Virginia’s woods, just waiting to be discovered by hikers and bikers exploring one of dozens of state parks.

Many communities celebrate the season with festivals (that feature everything from chocolate to ramps, Appalachian culture, and our Scottish heritage. For a list of these events, choose the "fairs and festivals" category in the Travel Planner.


Spring Events
  1. WV Statehood Proclamation with Abraham Lincoln
    City: KingwoodDate: Apr 20, 2013 7:30PM

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  2. New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend - New River Gorge National River
    City: LansingDate: Apr 19, 2013 - Apr 21, 2013

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  3. Appalachian Street Jubilee
    City: MarlintonDate: May 25, 2013 10:00AM - 6:00PM

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  4. New River Gorge Wildflower Weekend at Babcock State Park
    City: ClifftopDate: Apr 19, 2013 - Apr 21, 2013

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  5. Civil War Train Rides
    City: PetersburgDate: Apr 27, 2013

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  6. 5th Annual Festival of Nations
    City: WeirtonDate: Apr 13, 2013 11:00AM - 3:00PM

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