Raleigh County Events

Ski and snowtube at Winterplace in southern WV. Home to the largest snow tubing park in WV. Easily accessible from I-77.

Experience three days packed with the sights, sounds, fragrances and flavors of an Appalachian Coal Town Christmas. Hosted by the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and Youth Museum of Southern WV. Lighted tours continue on Fri/Sat nights through December.

Festival includes: Lights and decorations, Theatre WV and community church groups, Arts, Crafts and food vendors, Horse and Buggy rides 6-8pm Fri-Sat, a marshmellow roast and appearances of Santa Claus, Underground mine tours, and festive tour of homestead.

At the Youth Museum in the main gallery, local musician Andrew Caldwell will supply the evening with traditional music and we encourage visitors to sing along (song books provided). There will also be a craft area set up where children can make-n-take their very own Christmas ornament. Hot cider and cookies will be served.

From 5 - 9 PM. Underground and Homestead Tours are $10 per adult and $8.50 for children. Additional underground light tours available following two weekends - price $5 per person.

Three Day event (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)Annual fundraiser for the Children's Home Society of West Virginia. Sponsored by The Ski Shop.