Illustration of Santa in a sleigh-shaped chair in a shopping arcade with a child holding a letter (Winterfest)

Winterfest

Families can take train rides, visit with Santa, listen to a story with Mrs. Claus, and enjoy face painting, STEM projects, and holiday crafts. The celebration features live dance and twirling performances, as well as complimentary cookies and hot chocolate. The festivities conclude with a community ceremony, the lighting of the city tree, and fireworks.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

downtownpkb.com

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

Event listing: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm; activities: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.; live performances: 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.; ceremony starts at 6:00 p.m., followed by tree lighting and fireworks.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Parkersburg

Food & Drink

The City of Parkersburg provides cookies and hot chocolate, and the Sips Coffee Truck is on site.

Going?

Location

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Bicentennial Park · 201 3rd Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Dress warmly for the evening because all Winterfest activities are held outdoors at Bicentennial Park.
  • Arrive during the 4:30–6 p.m. activity window to fit in children’s activities and live performances before the ceremony.
  • Stay at Bicentennial Park after the ceremony to watch the tree lighting and fireworks.
  • Look for the Sequel book boutique trailer if you want to browse; it will have a few items for sale.
  • Take advantage of free admission, since the event is open to the public.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year, every Winterfest activity is held outdoors at Bicentennial Park.

Links & Contact

Run by Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids to do?

Kids can ride the train, visit Santa, hear a story with Mrs. Claus, get their faces painted and write letters to Santa. There is also a STEM activity from Discovery World, plus holiday crafts from First Chapter Bookstore and the Parkersburg Art Center. The West Virginia State Treasurer's Office hands out take-home activities.

Who performs?

The live show features MOV Ballet, Southern Belles, YoYo Elite Baton, PACE and the Phoenix Twirlers.

Is there food and drink?

Yes. The City of Parkersburg hands out free cookies and hot chocolate, and local food trucks come too, including the Sips Coffee Truck.

Is Winterfest indoors or outdoors?

This year, all the activities are outside at Bicentennial Park.

How does the evening end?

The Winterfest ceremony comes first, then the City's tree lighting, then fireworks you can watch from Bicentennial Park.

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