FAQ
FAQ
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Dates are always the third week in May.
We are located in the center of the state in Buckhannon, WV. Try typing ‘Jawbone Park’ in your GPS. If that doesn’t work, give us a call!
What can I experience at the festival? We have always been known as “An Exciting Family Tradition.” We have 8 fun-filled days of events for all ages. From 4 different parades, an arts & craft show, and food vendors selling every strawberry dessert imaginable, you’re sure to have a blast! And don’t forget the carnival is here all week!
A good pair of walking shoes and an appetite for strawberry desserts is your best bet! The weather is usually warm & sunny, so sunscreen is also a good idea. And, if you’re planning to watch the parades, pack a lawn chair.
There is NO entrance fee. Money is only needed for the carnival (prices are finalized in May), the food you eat and the gifts you purchase in our local specialty shops!
There is parking available as you enter town including street parking and at WV Wesleyan College. Bus parking is available at local churches and WV Wesleyan College. Check out the City of Buckhannon’s Parking MAp here: https://buckhannonwv.org/about-the-city/parking/#:~:text=The%20City%20of%20Buckhannon%20provides,over%20on%20a%20regular%20basis.
WV Wildlife Center at French Creek, Ron Hinkle Glass, Stonewall Resort, State 4 – H Camp, Stonewall Jackson Paddle Boat, Cass Railroad, Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, Mountain Rail and lots more. Visit the Upshur County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for additional information.
Check out our Visitors Center website for a list of hotels, motels and bed & breakfast inns.
There are food vendors set up throughout downtown Buckhannon, along with local churches and locally owned restaurants.
Email sposnorships@wvstrawberryfestival or call us at (304) 472-9036.
Click the registration tab at the top of this page. If your event is not yet listed, give us some time.
You can review a copy of the WV Strawberry Festival’s Safety Plan with this link.