Huntington Area CVB

Watercolor Mini Workshop at West Edge Factory
2023-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | WestEdge Factory, 1040 Vernon St, Huntington, WV, 25704, United States
In the Watercolor Mini Sessions, students will learn basic watercolor techniques to create a loose, expressive painting. Students will be provided materials and supplies, guidance, and a communal space to explore their creativity.
All supplies provided for the workshop. Space is limited to 15, so reserve your spot soon! This workshop is for adults 18 and older.
Where: West Edge Factory
1040 Vernon St. Suite 1, Huntington, WV
When: April 21st from 6-8pm
What you’ll learn:
how to paint feathers in watercolor
how to transfer an image onto watercolor paper
basic brushstrokes and techniques
Where to get your supplies
basic color mixing
working from light to dark
paint to water ratio
color mixing
Get tickets HERE

Dancing Through Wonderland: The Story of Alice
2023-04-21 19:00 - 2023-04-22 20:30 | Foundry Theater, 800 5th Ave., Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Studio 301 and Foundry Theater invite you to join us for an evening of nonsense and the impossible as we take you into Wonderland! Dancing Through Wonderland tells the story of Alice, a very curious girl who, through her imagination, creates a very wacky world. Following the White Rabbit, Alice journeys through this world and meets some very quirky characters like the Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, Caterpillar, and Queen of Hearts.
Dancing Through Wonderland: The Story of Alice is our 2nd production within our “Dancing Through…” series that retells classic stories through many different dance genres. Our story shows are created in-house and can’t be seen anywhere else in the world! Dancers who participate in our story shows are not required to pay any performance or costume fees and are welcome from anywhere in the Tri-State area, not just Studio 301! Studio 301 and Foundry Theater will be joining forces this season to perform Dancing Through Wonderland! While working with Foundry Theater, dancers who participate in our story shows will receive even more opportunities to shine and feel at home on stage!

Alchemy Theatre presents the Dramatic Comedy PVT WARS
2023-04-21 19:30 - 2023-04-22 17:00 | Geneva Kent Center for the Arts, 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV, 25705, United States
Alchemy Theatre proudly presents the James McLure dramatic comedy PVT. WARS, directed by Brian Cook.
This is the first full production of our 2023 season “If You Knew My Story”.
**This play contains adult language and situations**
WHEN & WHERE:
This is Alchemy’s first full production in our new HOME! Alchemy Theatre’s Geneva Kent Center for the Arts – 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV 25705
Fridays & Saturdays are evening shows
Sundays are matinees
Friday, April 21 at 7:30PM
Saturday, April 22 at 7:30PM
WHAT IS THE PLAY ABOUT:
Three G.I.s recovering from Vietnam War injuries while away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital.
Gately, a hillbilly, fiddles compulsively with a disemboweled radio; Silvio, a streetwise, big-city type, is addicted to “flashing” (even though his sex organs have suffered—he thinks—irremediable battle damage); while Natwick, a prissy “rich kid” from Long Island, writes letters to his mother telling her how much he wants to become a close friend of Gately (while omitting mention of how actively Silvio dislikes him).
Comprised of a series of brief blackout scenes, the play blends these into a meaningful mosaic as the three tease, torment, entertain, exasperate and, on occasion, solace each other—maintaining throughout a hilarity that belies their deep concern about the uncertainties of the civilian world to which they will soon be returning.

Kindred Valley and Sam Eplin - The Loud
2023-04-21 20:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Kindred Valley:
https://linktr.ee/kindred_valley
Sam Eplin:
https://linktr.ee/sam.eplin
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April 21, 2023
$8 Advance
$10 Day of show
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
18+

Way Back Weekends
2017-10-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Farm Museum and Village, 3300 Harvey Rd, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Heritage Farm is excited to announce that we are extending our flagship events, the “Way Back Weekends” to include every Saturday from May to December, with a different theme celebrated every month! Admission to every Saturday from May to December is the same price – $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $8 for youth (under 3 free) or buy our Annual Saturday Pass for the whole year!
Expect; 4 museums (Progress, Transportation, Country Store, and either the Doll or Industry Museum,) Blacksmith Shop, Artisans, Children’s activities, including the Hands-On Activity Center, the Petting Zoo, MakerSpace, and the Six Simple Machines Discovery Zone, Wagon Rides and “Our Daily Bread” Cafe will be open and serving food in the village
Check out www.heritagefarmmuseum.com or call 304) 522-1244 for featured acitivty, group rates, and more information.

Earth Day “Planet Waves” Maker's Fair!
2023-04-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Central City, 555 14th St W, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Join us for our Earth Day celebration, “Planet Waves” – First open air pop-up Maker’s Fair of the season!! Art & Antique vendors, local food, music, Re-Use Corridor – a project of Coalfield Development, joins us to demonstrate repurposing used materials creating pieces and up-cycling!

StinkFest 2023
2023-04-22 10:00 - 17:00 | The Wild Ramp, 555 14th St W, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
COME CELEBRATE LOCAL FARMING, FOODS, ARTISTRY AND RAMPS WITH US AT THIS CAN’T-MISS EVENT!
BRING YOURSELVES ALONG WITH A HEALTHY APPETITE FOR FOOD, MUSIC & FUN!

Orbit's Block Party - Record Store Day
2023-04-22 10:30 - 17:00 | Orbits Record Shop, 601 Central Ave, Barboursville, WV, 25504, United States
WHO’S READY TO PARTY?!?!

We’re happy to announce the musical lineup for our upcoming Block Party, taking place on Record Store Day!

The musical festivities will start at 10:45am and will run until 5pm, Saturday, April 22. This is a FREE event, open to the public. We will be shutting down Central Avenue and will have vendors, food trucks, and beer tents on site.

We’ve got Corduroy Brown hosting and a wide range of artists taking the stage. We’ll feature them all individually and tell you a little bit about them over the next few weeks, but for now feast your eyes on this glorious poster art from Jimbo Valentine!

West Virginia Food Truck Festival
2023-04-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Eleanor Park & Fair Grounds, Park Rd, Eleanor, WV, 25070, United States
The Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, and the Town of Eleanor, are hosting a one-of-a-kind event with a select group of WV food trucks, artisan vendors and demonstrations, a corn hole tournament and great live music. Get ready to chow down, rock out, relax, and have fun at the 4th annual West Virginia Food Truck Festival at Eleanor Park & Fair Grounds in Eleanor, WV from noon to 5pm!
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𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑!!!
𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬
Interested in being a food truck vendor?
Register here: https://members.putnamchamber.org/…/wv-food-truck…
Use promo code: YUM2023 for $100 off the registration fee if you register before December 31, 2022!!
𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬
Interested in being an artisan vendor? Contact us at (304) 757-7282 or by email at tourism@putnamcountycvb.com.
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Interested in sponsoring? Contact us at (304) 757-7282 or by email at tourism@putnamcountycvb.com.
All profits will be donated to a local nonprofit organization. We’ll be announcing our recipient soon!

Cupcakes & Cocktails
2023-04-22 13:00 | Sip Downtown Brasserie, 311 9th St, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Cupcakes and cocktails (or mocktails) make for a perfect Saturday afternoon!
We are partnering up with our neighbor, Paula Vega Cakes, to have a fun and interactive class! We will be sipping on 2 cocktails (or mocktails) and decorating 3 cup cakes. Sip will teach you some basics of cocktail making and the folks from Paula Vega will teach some tips and tricks when it comes to cupcake decorating.
This event is kid friendly!
Ticket includes gratuity.
$56 for adults
$42 for kids (mocktail)
Sign up via Eventbrite or at Sip

Huntington Museum of Art to Present Portfolio 2023
2023-04-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Huntington Museum of Art, 2033 McCoy Rd, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
The Huntington Museum of Art will present the work of Tri-State high school and middle school art students in the Portfolio 2023 exhibit, which will be on view from April 22 through May 21, 2023. The free opening reception and awards program for this exhibit will take place on Saturday, April 22, at 2 p.m.
“This exhibit offers high school and middle school art students a chance to exhibit their work in a museum setting while building a portfolio for advanced study,” said HMA Education Director Cindy Dearborn. “We look forward to this year’s reception for the young artists and their families.”
Art teachers from around the Tri-State worked to help the high school and middle school students take part in the Portfolio 2023 exhibit. “We appreciate the art teachers in our region who selected and delivered the artwork of their high school and middle school students to the Huntington Museum of Art for this exhibit,” said HMA Educator George Lanham.
Close to 120 student artworks from seven Tri-State high schools and two middle schools are featured in this year’s exhibit. Participating high schools include Cabell Midland, Huntington, Logan, and Tolsia in West Virginia; Chesapeake in Ohio; and Paul G. Blazer and Russell in Kentucky. Participating middle schools include Barboursville in West Virginia and Russell in Kentucky.

Loopy Fest 2023
2023-04-22 16:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Loopy Fest is back on April 22!
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Full Lineup:
Hot Garbage
General Baxter
Spirit Ritual
Lux
Stupidhead
Seahags
Visual Artists:
Liquified Lightshow
S.O.S. Lightshow
CHUD Lights
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April 22, 2023
Advance: $15
Day of show: $20
Doors at 4pm
Music starts at 5pm
18+

Wine Tasting with The Huntington Symphony
2023-04-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Sip Downtown Brasserie, 311 9th St, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Join us for an evening of good food, wine, and music! A trio from the Huntington Symphony will be playing music. Wine and food pairings will be set up throughout the restaurant. Tickets include unlimited wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Tickets HERE

Alchemy Theatre presents the Dramatic Comedy PVT WARS
2023-04-23 14:00 | Geneva Kent Center for the Arts, 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV, 25705, United States
Alchemy Theatre proudly presents the James McLure dramatic comedy PVT. WARS, directed by Brian Cook.
This is the first full production of our 2023 season “If You Knew My Story”.
**This play contains adult language and situations**
WHEN & WHERE:
This is Alchemy’s first full production in our new HOME! Alchemy Theatre’s Geneva Kent Center for the Arts – 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV 25705
Fridays & Saturdays are evening shows
Sundays are matinees
Sunday, April 23 at 2:00PM
WHAT IS THE PLAY ABOUT:
Three G.I.s recovering from Vietnam War injuries while away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital.
Gately, a hillbilly, fiddles compulsively with a disemboweled radio; Silvio, a streetwise, big-city type, is addicted to “flashing” (even though his sex organs have suffered—he thinks—irremediable battle damage); while Natwick, a prissy “rich kid” from Long Island, writes letters to his mother telling her how much he wants to become a close friend of Gately (while omitting mention of how actively Silvio dislikes him).
Comprised of a series of brief blackout scenes, the play blends these into a meaningful mosaic as the three tease, torment, entertain, exasperate and, on occasion, solace each other—maintaining throughout a hilarity that belies their deep concern about the uncertainties of the civilian world to which they will soon be returning.

Snarky Puppy at The Ritter in Huntington, WV
2023-04-24 16:00 | Ritter Park Amphitheater, Caldwell Rd off 12th St Hill, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
After over a decade of relentless touring and recording in all but complete obscurity, the Texas-bred quasi-collective suddenly found itself held up by the press and public as one of the major figures in the jazz world. But as the category names for all four of the band’s Grammy® awards would indicate (Best R&B Performance in 2014, Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2016, 2017, and 2021), Snarky Puppy isn’t exactly a jazz band. It’s not a fusion band, and it’s definitely not a jam band. It’s probably best to take Nate Chinen of the New York Times’ advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they’re not.”

EcoArts Festival
2023-04-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Huntington Museum of Art, 2033 McCoy Rd, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Please join the Huntington Museum of Art on Tuesday, April 25th, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. for a special edition of our Fourth Tuesday series. The Museum is celebrating Earth Day with an EcoArts Festival! We will have vendors set up in the Virginia Van Zandt Great Hall, Terra Fate Exotics and two food trucks will be set up in front of the museum. Wheeling artist Logan Schmitt will reveal a limited edition print celebrating our very own C. Fred Edwards Conservatory. Our Education Department and Conservatory Director will collaborate on a botanical printmaking activity that is sure to be fun for the whole family.
Terra Fate Exotics – exotic plants and plant supplies
All artisans have a uniquely eco-friendly approach to their artmaking:
Logan Schmitt – prints celebrating wild and wonderful West Virginia
Abby the Photosynthesizing Farmer – reusable “unpaper” towels, face cloths, and reversible twisted totes
Treehuggers Workshop – a woodworker who uses reclaimed wood
The Ruffly Buffalo – home decor items made from upcycled jewelry
CeCe Circle – one-of-a-kind bags made from reused and repurposed textiles and notions
The Wooden Pixel – wooden rings – wear a tree on your finger!
Levi Simkins – altered, upcycled clothing
North River Art – quilts and tapestries made from plastic bags
Domenica Queen – art and home goods made from upcycled plastic
LezBake – vegan baked goods
Sa-Rai Robinette – eco-friendly printmaking
Julia Conley – eco-printed wearables and home goods
Chrissy’s Creations – home decor and clothing made with upcycled materials
Food Trucks:
South Side Sliders
Bite Mi

Vision Video with Kristeen Young, Static Fur - The Loud
2023-04-26 19:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Broadberry Entertainment Group presents:
Vision Video w/ Kristeen Young, Static Fur at THE LOUD
April 26, 2023
Doors 7pm / Show 8pm
On sale now!
Tickets: https://bit.ly/VisionVideo4-26

Limelight with Roy F. Bush, Emmalea Deal & the Hot Mess, and Shoebox - The Loud
2023-04-27 20:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Limelight Music & Arts Night presented by Exclaim Records
Featuring:
Roy F. Bush
Emmalea Deal & the Hot Mess
Show Box
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April 27, 2023
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$7 advance
$10 day of show
18+

WHITE PEPPER with Wax Shadows
2023-04-27 20:00 | Bar None Sports Tavern and Grill, 335 14th St, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
We’re bringing you a special night of music featuring WHITE PEPPER (Parry of The MFB + Brett Def) doing a totally unique set that won’t ever be repeated!
Opening set by the Wax Shadows
OPEN AT 4PM
MUSIC STARTS AT 8PM
TEQUILA THURSDAY SPECIALS ALL NIGHT

4th Annual Yes Chevrolet/Yes Ford Cabin Fever Bash
2023-04-28 - 2023-04-29 | Ona Speedway, 1 Fair Skies Drive, Ona, WV, 25545, United States
ONA, WV-The Ona Speedway is set to open its historic 60th Anniversary season this weekend with the 4th Annual Yes Chevrolet/Yes Ford Cabin Fever Bash.
The 60th anniversary season is opening in the same, big event style that brought the speedway to its early fame 60 years ago. Ona Speedway, then called West Virginia International Speedway, was host to some of the biggest racing series such as the NASCAR Cup Series and ARCA Menards Series in the 1960’s and 1970’s. 60 years later, Ona is hosting some of the biggest short track series including the prestigious Midwest Modified Tour that opens their season at Ona this weekend.
Friday will see pit gates open at 11:00 am, general admission gates open at 5:00 pm, and racing at 7:00 pm. General admission is only $10 for ages 13 and up while ages 12 and under are free. Pit passes are $35 for ages 13 and up and free for ages 12 and under.
Saturday will see pit gates open at noon, general admission gates open at 4:30 pm, and racing at 6:30 pm. General admission is only $20 for ages 13 and up while ages 12 and under are free. Pit passes are $35 for ages 13 and up and free for ages 12 and under. Track management wants to note that admission prices have seen a slight increase due to the track lease increasing 200% for facility maintenance.
Full event schedules for each day are posted on the track’s official website at www.onaspeedway.com.

Heritage Farm Murder Mystery Dinner
2023-04-28 18:00 - 2023-04-29 18:00 | Heritage Farm Museum and Village, 3300 Harvey Rd, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
“Clueless!”
Nine guests have been each offered $100,000 to spend the night in a creepy mansion. But one is offered a million dollars to commit murder! If they all survive by morning, they each collect their money. If not, then all bets are off!
Featuring the roles of Colonel Mayonnaise, Professor Lavender, Mrs. Parrot, Miss Ruby, Mrs. Snow, Mr. Sage, Yvonne, Wordsworth, and Ellery King.
Friday, April 28th and Saturday, April 29th.
Both shows are at 6:30, gates open at 6:00.
Dinner is included in the ticket price of $45 plus tax per person. Dinner is going to be a pasta bar: different pastas, meat/marinara/Alfredo sauces, steamed veggies, grilled chicken strips, salad, bread, and assorted desserts. Casual dress.
There is a limited number of tickets available each night. Seating is on a first come first served basis. No reserved seating. Guests will have a chance to win prizes if they solve the mystery correctly.

Alchemy Theatre presents the Dramatic Comedy PVT WARS
2023-04-28 19:30 - 2023-04-29 19:30 | Geneva Kent Center for the Arts, 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV, 25705, United States
Alchemy Theatre proudly presents the James McLure dramatic comedy PVT. WARS, directed by Brian Cook.
This is the first full production of our 2023 season “If You Knew My Story”.
**This play contains adult language and situations**
WHEN & WHERE:
This is Alchemy’s first full production in our new HOME! Alchemy Theatre’s Geneva Kent Center for the Arts – 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV 25705
Fridays & Saturdays are evening shows
Sundays are matinees
Friday, April 28 at 7:30PM
Saturday, April 29 at 7:30PM
WHAT IS THE PLAY ABOUT:
Three G.I.s recovering from Vietnam War injuries while away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital.
Gately, a hillbilly, fiddles compulsively with a disemboweled radio; Silvio, a streetwise, big-city type, is addicted to “flashing” (even though his sex organs have suffered—he thinks—irremediable battle damage); while Natwick, a prissy “rich kid” from Long Island, writes letters to his mother telling her how much he wants to become a close friend of Gately (while omitting mention of how actively Silvio dislikes him).
Comprised of a series of brief blackout scenes, the play blends these into a meaningful mosaic as the three tease, torment, entertain, exasperate and, on occasion, solace each other—maintaining throughout a hilarity that belies their deep concern about the uncertainties of the civilian world to which they will soon be returning.

The M.F.B. and Laid Back Country Picker - The Loud
2023-04-28 20:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
The M.F.B.
Laid Back Country Picker
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April 28, 2023
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$12 advance
$15 day of show
18+

The Ruth Sullivan Rally for Autism® Walk/ Run 2023
2023-04-29 07:30 | WV
Course: The 5K event will use the Ritter Park course to the Memorial Arch and back.
Entry Fees: Standard Rate Registration – $30; Race Day Registration – $35 – April 29, 2023 (Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Ritter Park Shelter); MUST be registered by 10:00 a.m. April 25, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt in your requested size.
Awards: Medals for 5k Run ONLY! Medals to Top 2 Overall Male/Female. Medals to Top 2 Male/Female in each age category: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79. 80-84, 85 & up Team Trophies awarded to: The teams that raise the most money – First, Second and Third Place and the teams that have the most members – First, Second and Third Place. Individual Prizes awarded to: The top 2 individuals who raise the most money Charity Information: Autism Services Center (ASC) is a nonprofit, licensed behavioral health center that was founded in 1979 by Ruth C. Sullivan, Ph.D. to provide services in Cabell, Wayne, Lincoln, Mason and Putnam counties in the state of West Virginia. Though specializing in autism, ASC provides comprehensive, community-integrated services to all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Register HERE

Voices for the Voiceless: Benefit Concert for Child Abuse Awareness
2023-04-29 12:00 - 20:00 | Harris Riverfront Park, 10th St & Veterans Memorial Blvd, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Come out and see us at the Harris Riverfront Park on April 29th from 12-8pm for live music, local food, vendors and more! This event is a benefit concert presented by CHS to raise awareness for child abuse and children in foster care.
Corduroy Brown, The Heavy Hitters, Brother Sadd, Town Folk, and Sam Eplin will be joining us in raising awareness!
This event is FREE and open to the public! We hope to see you there!
Music starts at 1:00pm!
1-1:45pm: Sam Eplin
2-2:45pm: Town Folk
3-3:45pm: Corduroy Brown
4-4:45pm: The Heavy Hitters
5-5:45pm: Brother Sadd

Alchemy Theatre presents the Dramatic Comedy PVT WARS
2023-04-29 14:00 | Geneva Kent Center for the Arts, 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV, 25705, United States
Alchemy Theatre proudly presents the James McLure dramatic comedy PVT. WARS, directed by Brian Cook.
This is the first full production of our 2023 season “If You Knew My Story”.
**This play contains adult language and situations**
WHEN & WHERE:
This is Alchemy’s first full production in our new HOME! Alchemy Theatre’s Geneva Kent Center for the Arts – 68 Holley Avenue, Huntington, WV 25705
Fridays & Saturdays are evening shows
Sundays are matinees
Sunday, April 30 at 2:00PM
WHAT IS THE PLAY ABOUT:
Three G.I.s recovering from Vietnam War injuries while away their time on the terrace of an Army hospital.
Gately, a hillbilly, fiddles compulsively with a disemboweled radio; Silvio, a streetwise, big-city type, is addicted to “flashing” (even though his sex organs have suffered—he thinks—irremediable battle damage); while Natwick, a prissy “rich kid” from Long Island, writes letters to his mother telling her how much he wants to become a close friend of Gately (while omitting mention of how actively Silvio dislikes him).
Comprised of a series of brief blackout scenes, the play blends these into a meaningful mosaic as the three tease, torment, entertain, exasperate and, on occasion, solace each other—maintaining throughout a hilarity that belies their deep concern about the uncertainties of the civilian world to which they will soon be returning.

Good Time Mountain Mamas do Johnny Cash
2023-04-29 19:00 | Foundry Theater, 800 5th Ave., Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
The Good Time Mountain Mamas are a collection of talented Appalachian ladies singing songs made popular by male artists. Join us Saturday, April 29th for an evening of Johnny Cash!
Tickets are on sale online for $15 and will be $20 at the door. Doors at 6:30 PM, show at 7:00 PM!
Foundry Theater is located in the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium on the second floor of Huntington City Hall, 800 5th Ave. Huntington, WV 25701.
More info on parking and ADA accommodations can be found on our “Visit” and “Accessibility” pages!

Ducain, Flat Tracker, and Patrick Stanley - The Loud
2023-04-29 20:00 | The Loud, 741 6th Ave, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Ducain
Flat Tracker
Patrick Stanley
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April 29, 2023
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$10 advance
$12 day of show
18+

Author Homer Hickam to speak at Marshall
2023-05-04 18:00 | Marshall Memorial Student Center, 1 John Marshall Drive, Huntington, WV, 25701, United States
Homer Hickam, the bestselling author of Rocket Boys, which was the basis for the movie October Sky, will appear on Marshall University’s Huntington campus Thursday, May 4. The community is invited to an open lecture at 6 p.m. in room BE-5 of the Memorial Student Center

Rocket Boys was first published in 1998 and has been called a modern American classic of literature. It has been translated into over two dozen languages and is the most-read book in U.S. public schools, surpassing To Kill A Mockingbird.

Hickam is a decorated Vietnam veteran, retired NASA engineer and astronaut trainer. He has written 20 books, including memoirs, historical fiction, young adult sci-fi and thrillers. He has spoken all over the world, inspiring millions to “Aim High.”

October Sky, the hit Universal Studios film, starred Chris Cooper, Laura Dern and Jake Gyllenhaal as Homer.
