Buckhannon River Watershed Association

08/31/2026

What a day we had! BRWA really appreciates our local media support. Read on...

BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — Families, friends and other locals gathered along the Buckhannon River on Saturday for River Fest, an annual celebration of clean water and community that grew out of

08/29/2026

💧 Water Blessing begins at 3:00 PM 💧

Join us this afternoon for one of Riverfest’s most meaningful traditions — the Water Blessing from 3:00–4:00 PM.

We’ll gather together by the river to reflect, give thanks, and honor the water that sustains our community.

Come be part of this special Riverfest moment. 🌊💙

08/29/2026

🎶 More live music coming up at Riverfest! 🎶

Keep the afternoon going with Tim, performing live from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Riverfest today!

If you’re already here, stick around for more music — and if you haven’t made it down yet, there’s still time to come enjoy the river, the event, and a great afternoon of live music. 🌊💙

Up next:
🎵 Tim
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

08/29/2026

Sorry for the last-minute announcement folks, but we are unable to provide yoga today by the river. We hope to still see you at the event! 

08/29/2026

🎶 Live music starts at 11:00 AM! 🎶

Join us at Riverfest today for Seth Maynard & the Elk River Ramblers from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM!

Come enjoy an afternoon of live music by the river along with all the other Riverfest fun happening throughout the day. Grab a seat, bring your friends, and come hang out with us at Riverwalk! 🌊💙

Live music:
🎵 Seth Maynard & the Elk River Ramblers
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

08/29/2026

Riverfest is today!

Need help, have a question, or not sure where to go? Look for our volunteers in the yellow BRWA volunteer shirts!

They can help point you to activities, the paddle, event areas, and general information throughout the day. We’re excited to see everyone out celebrating the river with us!

08/29/2026

🌊 Riverfest is today! 🌊

The day is finally here and we are so excited to celebrate the Buckhannon River with all of you!

Join us for a day of community, music, arts & crafts, exhibits, family fun, and the Riverfest paddle. Come spend the day with us at Riverwalk and help us celebrate the river that connects us all. 💙

08/29/2026

🚣‍♀️ YOU CAN STILL JOIN THE RIVERFEST PADDLE THIS MORNING! 🌊

No registration. No cost. Just grab your boat, your gear and your life jacket and head to the Hampton Public Access Site!

🛶 Unload at Hampton: 9:00–9:45 AM
🚌 Shuttle from Riverwalk: 9:15–10:00 AM
🌊 4.5 miles | Flatwater | Beginner & family friendly

Drop your boat, gear and passengers at Hampton, drive your vehicle to Riverwalk Park, and catch the shuttle back to the put-in.

Life jackets are required to be worn.

It’s Riverfest day — come paddle the Buckhannon with us! 💙

08/28/2026

TOMORROW IS RIVERFEST!

We’re almost there! Here’s your final look at tomorrow’s schedule so you can plan your day, grab your crew, and meet us at the river.

🚣‍♀️ Riverfest — Tomorrow!
📍 Check the schedule below for event times and activities.

Come spend the day with us celebrating the river, our community, and another year of Riverfest. We can’t wait to see you!