West Virginia Peach Festival Events
Get ready for three days of non-stop fun at the West Virginia Peach Festival! Our event lineup is packed with entertainment, activities, and competitions for all ages. Whether you're here for the food, music, or friendly competitions, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
The WV Peach Fest is Coming Up In
Exciting Events Lineup – Fun for Everyone!
🎶 Live Entertainment
Sit back, relax, and enjoy performances from talented local artists, bands, and entertainers. From country to rock, and everything in between, our music fest will keep the energy high all weekend long!
🍑 Peach-Inspired Treats & Food Court
Satisfy your cravings with a variety of delicious food options, including fresh peaches, homemade peach cobbler, funnel cakes, barbecue, and more! Our large food court features local vendors serving up festival favorites.
🚗 Car Show & Motorcycle Run
Car enthusiasts, rev your engines! Check out a stunning lineup of classic cars, hot rods, and motorcycles. The show also features a scenic motorcycle run through beautiful West Virginia.
Don't Miss Out on the Fun!
Join us at the West Virginia Peach Festival for an unforgettable experience! Whether you're here to enjoy the quilts, the festivities, or simply the community spirit, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars, bring your friends, and make lasting memories!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Become a Vendor at the West Virginia Peach Festival!
Join us as a featured vendor at the West Virginia Peach Festival, one of the most exciting community events of the year! Whether you're selling delicious food, unique crafts, or specialty products, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business to thousands of festival-goers.
Join Us as a Vendor at the West Virginia Peach Festival!
2025 WVPF Music Fest
Music Fest at the WV Peach Festival
Feel the rhythm, enjoy the vibes, and experience live music like never before at the West Virginia Peach Festival Music Fest!
From local favorites to energetic performances, this is your chance to celebrate great music, delicious food, and festival fun all in one place.
Peach Pageant: Where Sparkle, Talent,
and Fun Come Together!
Join us at the West Virginia Peach Festival Car Show! This year, we're bringing you the juiciest collection of classic cars, hot rods, and custom rides—each one sweeter than a peach. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, our car show is the perfect pit stop.
Don’t miss out on the fun, flavors, and fantastic vehicles. See you there!
Don’t Miss Out on the Fun—Be Part of the Peach Pageant Magic!
Trooper 5 Helicopter Demo
Saturday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Catch a glimpse of West Virginia’s emergency response heroes as Trooper 5 lands at the festival. Kids and adults alike will be amazed by this close-up look at the high-flying world of aviation and rescue
Rev Up for the Peach Festival Car Show!
Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Join us at the West Virginia Peach Festival Car Show! This year, we're bringing you the juiciest collection of classic cars, hot rods, and custom rides—each one sweeter than a peach. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, our car show is the perfect pit stop. Don’t miss out on the fun, flavors, and fantastic vehicles. See you there!
Peach Festival Peach Eating Contest
Saturday at approximately 1:00 PM
Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned the fastest peach eater in West Virginia? Dive into the juiciest competition of the weekend—it’s messy, hilarious, and oh-so-delicious.
March & Celebrate at the Peach Festival Parade!
Saturday – Lineup at 8:30 AM | Start Time at 9:30 AM
Kick off the West Virginia Peach Festival with a lively morning parade featuring floats, marching bands, and festival royalty! Join the community as we celebrate with music, performances, and plenty of peachy fun.
Big Rigs & Bold Trucks at the Peach Festival!
Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
From vintage classics to modern beasts, the Peach Festival Truck Show is a must-see for truck lovers! This event proudly supports Convoy for Kids, with proceeds benefiting children in need.
Candy Drop Sky Surprise
Saturday at 3:00 PM
Get ready for a sugar-filled sky! Kids will love this sweet explosion as candy rains down from above. Bring your bags and your sweet tooth.
Peach Festival Baby Crawl Derby
Sunday at 10:30 AM
The most adorable race you’ll ever witness! Cheered on by family and friends, our tiniest participants crawl their way to sweet victory.
Ride for a Cause at the Peach Festival Motorcycle Show!
Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Rev up for the West Virginia Peach Festival Motorcycle Show & Run to support childhood cancer awareness! Enjoy an amazing lineup of bikes and join a charity ride that makes a real difference.
Lace Up for the Peach Festival 5KRun4Food!
Saturday – Registration at 7:00 AM | Start Time at 8:00 AM
Run for a great cause at the Peach Festival 5KRun4Food, benefiting local food pantries. Whether you're walking or sprinting, every mile helps fight hunger in the community!
Baking Battle Begins at the Peach Festival Bake-Off!
Saturday at 12:00 PM
Calling all bakers—bring your best peach-inspired dessert to the Peach Festival Bake-Off! Compete for the title of top baker and let the judges taste your creativity!
Kids Zone Fun Zone
All Three Days – From Festival Opening Until 4:30 PM
With inflatables, games, crafts, and endless fun, the Kids Zone is every child’s festival dream. Let the little ones bounce, play, and explore while you enjoy the rest of the fest.
Husband Daycare Beer Garden
Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Need a place to unwind? The beer garden is open all weekend with cold drinks and good vibes. Perfect for dads, spouses, and peach-lovers who just want to chill.
Peachy Paws Pet Photo & Show Contest
From purring divas to tail-wagging champions, this pet show is your chance to show off your furry family. Expect prizes, applause, and a whole lot of cuteness as cats and dogs take center stage.
Sunday: Cat Show at 11:30 AM | Dog Show at 1:30 PM
Join us for a tail-wagging, purr-fectly fun day at the WV Peach Festival with the Peachy Paws Pet Photo & Show Contest! Showcase your pet’s personality, style, and playful side for a chance to win cash prizes, trophies, and gift baskets!
Peachy Paws Pet Shop will have Pet items for sale at reduced prices during the Peach Festival.
Proceeds go to the animal shelter.
Pet Photo Contest
Entry Fee: $10 per photo
All pets welcome! Submit your pet’s best snapshot for a chance to be one of the Top 10 photos displayed at the festival.
Festival goers will vote for their favorite photo at $1 per vote.
Cash Prizes:
1st Place: $100
2nd Place: $50
3rd Place: $25
Pet Show Contest
Entry Fee: $15 per pet (costume required)
Cat Categories:
Cutest
Most Playful
Most Unique Fur Pattern
Most Latitude
Best Costume
Best Cat/Owner Duo
Dog Categories:
Cutest
Most Playful
Best Treat Catcher
Maggie’s Tail
Best Costume
Best Dog/Owner Duo
Winners in each category will receive a trophy and a gift basket.
The Great Peach Festival Chicken Drop
Friday at 2:00 PM
Saturday at 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Sunday at 12:30 PM
You’ve never seen a game of chance quite like this. Join the fun and find out whose number the chicken favors—bonus if she drops an egg!
About WVPF
The West Virginia Peach Festival, held every August, celebrates the state's rich community spirit with three days of family fun. Enjoy craft vendors, live entertainment, a kids' zone, a car show, and more, all while supporting local nonprofits. Volunteers and sponsors make it all possible, creating a welcoming event for all ages to enjoy and give back.
Where to Sleep
If you want to enjoy a fun-filled packed weekend of all things peaches, then The West Virginia Peach Festival is for you. You don’t live close by? That’s ok there are nearby hotels that are ready to welcome you and your family. We are so excited about our 2025 West Virginia Peach Festival. We can’t wait to see familiar and new faces.
Additionally, we have campgrounds on site at the Fairgrounds. $25 per night with water and electric only. Contact Bill Bradford to reserve the site: 301-707-2474
What to Eat
Have you ever had homemade peach ice cream? Whether you have or not, we can promise you will have the opportunity to try some before the weekend is over.
The West Virginia Peach Festival offers all things peaches as well as delicious homemade desserts. Let’s not forget about all the amazing food vendors that participate in our festival. During the entire festival, you can count on being able to get all the food you want.
The aroma of their delicious foods can be smelled from pretty much anywhere in Ft Ashby, West Virginia.
The Corner Bistro & Vintage Market
10248 Frankfort Hwy, Fort Ashby, WV 26719
Serving lunch and dinner with a variety of dishes, wine, beer, specialty coffees, and cold drinks. It's located in a remodeled historic building that also houses an antique and artisan store.
Wilma's Diner
10261 Frankfort Hwy, Fort Ashby, WV 26719
Home style restaurant with a friendly atmosphere. Known for its tasty and well-received food.
Subway
10048 Frankfort Hwy, Fort Ashby, WV 26719
Your local Subway restaurant offering a variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads, and more
WV Peach Festival Foods and treats
Have you ever had homemade peach ice cream? Whether you have or not, we can promise you will have the opportunity to try some before the weekend is over. The West Virginia Peach Festival offers all things peaches as well as delicious homemade des- serts.
Let’s not forget about all the amazing food vendors that participate in our festival. During the entire festival, you can count on being able to get all the food you want. The aroma of their delicious foods can be smelled from pretty much anywhere in Fort Ashby, West Virginia.
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