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    Annual Run to Read Half Marathon

    Prickett’s Fort State Park

    Due to weather, the race will take place on Sunday, January 7th.

    13th Annual Run to Read Half-Marathon benefits Literacy Volunteers of Marion County

    Registration: Opens at 11:30 am at the Fort on race day

    Swag: Long-sleeved tech shirt and medal

    Course: Double out & back course. 1% grade. Starting on the paved MCPARC Trail running through the Meredith Tunnel and back to Pricketts Fort. The first section is black top & is about 4.2 miles in length. The second section will be run on the Mon River Trail which is crushed limestone & the race will finish on this trail.
    USATF certified course (certification code WV09010MS)

    For more information please go to http://www.runtoread.org/

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    POSTPONED: Founders’ Day

    POSTPONED due to potential weather. Rescheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026.

    Celebrate the founding of Marion County with living history interpreters! Learn about Marion County and its role in West Virginia’s statehood.

    Free

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    Bugs n’ Brews

    Enjoy winter at Natives Fly Fishing with smoked meats, beverages, fly tying and hanging out at the shop. All are welcome!

    Free
  • St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church in downtown Fairmont WV

    Chamber Music Series: Julian Schwarz

    Experience beautiful music by professional musicians in an incredible venue. Come to the Fairmont Chamber Music Society Concert Series at the St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church.

    • 3 p.m. Nov. 16: Trio Confero (clarinet, cellist, piano)
    • 3 p.m. Feb. 22: Julian Schwarz, cellist
    • 3 p.m. April 12: Vox Cor Trio (trumpet, trombone, paino)

    *Season tickets are $35 for adults, $20 for seniors and students. Individual tickets may be purchased at the door. $12 for adults, $8 for seniors and students.

    $8 – $12
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    Pricketts Fort 18th C. Firearms & Accoutrements Show

    The annual Prickett’s Fort Firearms & Accouterments Show features numerous vendors and craftsmen from the Appalachian area (PA, WV, VA, OH, and NY), who specialize in crafting 18th century weaponry, such as rifles, gunpowder horns, knives, tomahawks, and decorative items, including leather pouches and Indian quilt work. The event showcases this unique collection that will also be available for purchase.

    $3
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    Fairmont Ice Bowl

    Annual disc golf tournament that takes place on at the Seth Burton Memorial Disc Golf Complex in Morris Park, Fairmont, West Virginia. Includes the Fire & Ice Spicy Chili Eating 50/50 Contest (featuring Hot Ones sauces).

    $40

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    Pricketts Fort Annual Membership Dinner

    Annual membership dinner, which includes the business meeting, annual report, and meal.
    Reservations required. Reservations can be made by calling the Foundation office at (304) 363-3030.

  • Folklife Drawing

    Adult Storytelling Workshop

    Frank & Jane Gabor West Virginia Folklife Center Squibb Wilson Blvd, 1201 Locust Ave., Fairmont, United States

    All events are free and open to students and community members, but sure to preregister for the classes and workshops at our website https://www.fairmontstate.edu/folklife/

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    Family Fishing Day @ Curtisville Lake

    Curtisville Lake and Campground Curtisville Lake and Campground, Curtisville Pike, Mannington, WV 26582, USA, Mannington, United States

    Join MCPARC for a day of fishing and family fun at Curtisville Lake, Mannington

    • Registration begins at 9:30 a.m.
    • Fishing licenses are required for participants who are 15 years of age or older.
    • DNR officers will be present to assist children.

    This event is for families to encourage everyone to get outdoors and enjoy a truly recreational lifestyle while learning about the joys of fishing.

    Need some fishing supplies to get you started? Swing by Main Street Trader on your way to the lake.