Get ready to wrap up September! Plan your next weekend trip for September 26-28 in Greater Parkersburg, WV.

Volcano Days Festival and Antique Show at Mountwood Park

Volcano Days is a family-friendly event that showcases the history of Volcano, WV, an oil boomtown that burned down in 1879. Attendees will enjoy one-of-a-kind antique engine displays from the Wood County Flywheelers. Antique and craft vendors line the festival grounds, and delicious local food trucks are the perfect stop for a bite to eat while you’re there. Guests can also visit Mountwood Park’s newly renovated Volcano Museum.

This festival has free admission and runs from Friday, September 26, to Sunday, September 28.

River Road Music Festival at Henderson Hall

River Road Music Festival is a two-day, large-scale outdoor music festival with incredible musicians, craftsmen and artisans. This year features artists Moon King, Evie Schaefer, Mike & Carla, Lex Bauman, Grassinine and Torn. Friday night, there will be a kick-off campground party with a performance from Nashville artist Nick Nicholson and local musicians performing around the campfire.

Admission to River Road Music Festival is $25 for Friday and $45 for Saturday.

Oktoberfest Beer Garden

The House of Wines’ annual Oktoberfest beer garden is a perfect way to end the festival fun. On Sunday, September 28, from 1 to 7 p.m., enjoy sampling specialty brews and a menu crafted just for the event. Attendees will also enjoy live music performed by Hominid.

Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the event. Each ticket includes ten punch card samples.

Live Entertainment

Sail On will join the historic vaudeville Smoot Theatre: The Beach Boys tribute on Friday, September 26 at 7 p.m.

The Del McCoury Band is playing at Peoples Bank Theatre, Friday, September 26 at 8 p.m.

The Actors Guild of Parkersburg’s Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors closes this weekend, the last show on Sunday at 2:30 p.m.

The Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta, OH, is hosting a Jazz on the River cruise with a dinner buffet and live jazz music on Friday.

Outdoor Adventure

Saturday, September 27, is National Public Lands Day! North Bend State Park is hosting a guided hike from 5 to 7 p.m. and an evening paddle from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at North Bend Lake.

The hike will be on Fisherman’s Trail. Attendees will park at the Jughandle day use area and meet the park ranger by the metal gate. The evening paddle will begin at the Cokeley Boat Ramp.

On Sunday, September 28, from noon to 3 p.m., run in the Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge’s annual 5K run at the St. Marys Marina & Middle Island.

The BioBlitz at North Bend State Park is almost over! Create a snapshot of the variety of wildlife found at North Bend inside the iNaturalist app.

For the Kids

Discovery World on Market is an interactive STEAM-based children’s museum located in the heart of downtown Parkersburg. Their exhibits are primarily designed for little learners ages 0-10 with a focus on playing and growing together with family and friends.

Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park is a fan-favorite for families. Kids love the sternwheeler boat ride to the island and the horse-drawn covered wagon ride. The island is a perfect blend of education and adventure for all ages to enjoy.

Restaurant Recommendations

DaVinci’s Italian Restaurant is the perfect stop for those planning to attend the River Road Music Festival. It’s also close to the I-77 exit off of Williamstown. DaVinci’s serves Italian cuisine and weekly lunch and dinner specials.

This article was human-written by the Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau staff.