Upcoming events.
Upcoming events.
Webster County hosts dozens of events throughout the year that celebrate community, tradition, and the uniqueness of our slice of Almost Heaven.
Free Community Dinner
Spaghetti, garlic bread, salad and sheet cake.
The meal is available to anyone. Donations are welcome and will be used to support future meals.
Various resources monthly:
Showers
Hair cuts
DHHR
Mental health
Hygiene kits
Well Screenings
Hacker Valley Chili Cook-Off
The Northern Webster County Improvement Council is hosting their annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday March 14th, 2026 at the Hacker Valley Elementary School! Those who are competing need to be set up and ready at 10:00 AM. The judging will take place and then will be open to the public at Noon.
As usual they are also having a bake sale! Come out and taste some wonderful chilis and grab a baked goodie! Cindy plans on making some tea rings!
$10 entry fee for chili cooks
$5 to stop in at Noon and sample all the chilis!
Mark March 14, 2026 on your calendars now!!!
NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT THE PARK!!!!!
Free Community Dinner
Potato soup, hot rolls and apple crisp.
The meal is available to anyone. Donations are welcome and will be used to support future meals.
Various resources monthly:
Showers
Hair cuts
DHHR
Mental health
Hygiene kits
Well Screenings
Ramp Dinner
Mark your calendars for the forthcoming Camp Caesar ramp dinner and community/vendor sale event! Saturday, April 25, 2026 starting at 11:00 AM.
61st Annual Woodchopping Festival
The largest run lumberjack competition in North America continues Memorial Day Weekend in Webster County! This is a can’t miss event as we celebrate local and world renowned woodchopping talent. More information to come!
Bergoo Bash
The largest Fundraiser of the year for the Webster Springs Volunteer Fire Department is happening Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Bergoo! Miles of ATV/UTV trail riding through the mountains of Webster County for a poker run. The fun continues with food trucks, live music, and more!
Holly River State Park Festival
A celebration of tradition and community with a car show, local crafters, a 5k(Holly River Hustle), live music, games and more! Happening Labor Day Weekend- More information to come.
Webster County Fair
The oldest county fair in West Virginia returns to the historic Camp Caesar on Wednesday September 9th! Live music, 4H exhibits and more every single day! More information to come
Book Reading
Join us for another book reading event at the Woodchopping and Timber Heritage Museum! We are kicking off the 2026 year with Glorya Bolden as she joins us(via Zoom) to read us two of her children's books "Auzzie, The GrAngel with Super Powers" and "Who Do You Say You Are?”.
Weather permitting, we will have a in person listening party. For those who can't make it in person, we will also provide a zoom link!
Please check back on this event page to get information for weather adjustments
Family Game Night
Family Game Night!
All Webster County Elementary families are invited to join us on January 20 from 5:00–6:30 PM for a fun-filled Family Game Night!
We are excited to partner with the Webster County Family Support Center, who will be providing board games to give away as door prizes. If you’d like a chance to win a game to take home for your own family game night, come to our event and you’ll be entered into a drawing!
Come play board games, enjoy quality time with your students, and discover tips on focus, energy, and behavior in a relaxed, interactive setting.
Where: Webster Springs Elementary School
Fun, learning, and family time—all in one evening!
Don’t miss out—bring your game face and your curiosity!
Free Community Dinner
White bean and ham soup, cornbread and peach cobbler.
The meal is available to anyone. Donations are welcome and will be used to support future meals.
Various resources monthly:
Showers
Hair cuts
DHHR
Mental health
Hygiene kits
Well Screenings
Cowen Mountain Bike Park Meeting
The Cowen Mountain Bike Committee will be having a mountain bike park committee meeting Thursday January 8th from 6-8 pm at the Cowen Library
Webster County fair
The Annual Webster County Fair will be September 3-6, 2025 at Camp Caesar! Admission is only $10 per day for access to all entertainment. 4-H exhibits will be on display and featuring livestock, vegetables, flowers, canned goods, antiques, art, crafts, and photography. A hot dog eating contest, butterfly release, MedVac demonstration, and fireworks are among the many exciting offerings at this years fair as well as the 3rd Annual Demolition Derby on Saturday evening! See you there!
blood drive
The Red Cross and the Northern Webster County Improvement Council are hosting another blood drive on Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 from 12:00 OM to 5:00 PM! It will be held at Holly River State Park at the Stanley Judd Anderson Center Activity Room.
Holly River state park festival
Holly River State Park will be hosting their 33rd Annual Holly River State Park Festival on Saturday, August 30- Sunday, August 31, 2025. A tradition of fun and heritage that has been going on for decades.
A weekend full of family friendly events including craft vendors, food concessions, live music, car show, quilt show, 5K run, photo contest, cake walks, games for all ages, one room school museum and more!
bergoo bash
A fun-filled day to get out in the beautiful mountains of Webster County to support the Webster Springs Volunteer Fire Department through an ATV/UTV poker run!
Movie Night in the Park
The Cookhouse is hosting another movie in the park Saturday August 23rd, 2025 at 9:00 PM. The feature film is Back To The Future!
Verdeant live at jerry run summer theater
seats for this show are $7 and reservations are welcome
Verdeant is a musical duo that performs a blend of modern, folk, country, and original music. Featuring stunning vocals, thoughtfully crafted piano and innovative percussion, they provide entertainment for seasonal events, festivals, restaurants, private parties, and corporate occasions.