TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN CHARLESTON,WV OR HUNTINGTON,WV

Bret’s Top 7 Things to do Charleston or Huntington WV

As a proud resident of the great state of West “By God” Virginia, it is my job to be an advocate as to why others would want to move here. Being a Realtor in Charleston WV and also a Realtor in Huntington WV, I get asked quite often from those relocating to the area as to what sort of entertainment there is to do. With that being said, I’m going to try and give you a top 10 list of things to do in the Charleston or Huntington area. Please keep in mind these are in no particular order!

1) Power Park (Charleston, WV) For those baseball fans out there, the WV Power Park is a great place for everyone! The park offers many nights of entertainment and special promotions for various communities around the area. My favorite night happens to be “Buck Night” which is every Thursday. Of course, everything is a dollar (including admission). When you have more than one mouth to feed and entertain, you can’t beat a night out on the town so cheap! For a list of scheduled games, click here!

2) “Party on the Patio” (Pullman Square Huntington, WV)
This is a great opportunity for all to have a good time and enjoy local musicians jam out! The music is family friendly and also appealing to anyone who can appreciate a good jam session (Bret plays his air guitar). Being held every Thursdays during the summer months from 7pm and 10pm, this is a great opportunity to wind down the work week and mingle with friendly faces!

3) Kanawha State Forest (Charleston, WV)
It’s always good to get out of dodge and enjoy the sites and sounds of nature. I prefer to load up my furry friend Nesta, and head out for the trails. There are numerous trails and camping spots as well to entertain the family. Should you be an experienced angler like me and feel the need to slay a big bass, then the lake at the mouth of the park is the spot! (I encourage you to walk on the other side of the lake where the trees are and toss in a mill worm. This is sure to snag a big daddy!)

4) Beach Fork State Park (Huntington, WV)
Located within 20 minutes of Huntington, Beech Fork is another good place to get away! My choice of entertainment would be to rent a pontoon boat and spend the day fishing or cruising the different coves of the lake for a spot to sun bathe.

5) The Clay Center (Charleston, WV)
Whether you want to expand the ole noggin with the different educational exhibits brought in or listen to a great concert, this place is one of my favorite places to go. I am always intrigued!





6) Tri-State Gaming and Race Track (Charleston, WV)
Personally I am not much of a gambler for I am too frugal to lose even $5. However, I do like to go and watch the dogs. It all depends in what suits your fancy but there are plenty of things to do should this be your kind of entertainment for the night.

7) Marshall University (Charleston, WV)
No matter your sport preference, go support your local college teams. I am both a Marshall University and West Virginia University fan so I get a few scowls every-now-and-then but that is to be expected. Go Herd! Let’s go Mountaineers!

8) Wine and all that Jazz (Charleston, WV)
Held on June, 27th 2009 from 2pm-10pm, this is a event you won’t want to miss! There are plenty of great musicians from around the area and also plenty of venders from West Virginias vineyards to sample West Virginias finest! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the day!



9) The Funny Bone( Huntington, WV)
Located at Pullman Square, the funny bone is sure to exercise your face with a good “hee hee” and a “haw haw”! The FB offers many different types of comedians so check the schedule to see what comic matches your style of laughter! Who knows, you might see my funny face up there someday!

10) The Comedy Zone (Charleston, WV)
Are you in need of a good laugh? Well here you go! Located at the Ramada Inn in South Charleston the Comedy Zone should be added to your agenda as a “To Do” for a great night out on the town!