09/01/2026
Save the dates, make plans to gather your family and friends and find out how you can participate in this week-long Festival offering events and activities for kids and families
33rd Annual Beckley Kids Classic Festival
Monday, September 7 - Saturday, September 12
Beckley WV
The The City of Beckley, West Virginia and community partners will celebrate the 33rd annual Kids Classic Festival during the week of September 7-12.
Monday September 7 - Up to bat first on the festival schedule is the Home Run Derby at Beckley Little League on Labor Day, Monday evening. Ages 8 and up can participate ($5 entry; cash and medals will be awarded to winners in several age categories). Registration begins at 5:30 pm, and the derby starts at 6 pm (rain date: Sunday, Sept. 8, 4 pm). Learn more here https://www.facebook.com/beckleyevents
Leisure Lanes will offer bowling specials throughout the week! Children can enjoy one free game of bowling & shoe rental when accompanied by a paying adult, 10am–9pm. Please call ahead for lane availability 304-253-7328.
Tuesday, Sep 8, the Raleigh County Public Library will host a Lego Building Contest, themed the same as the festival, “Under the Big Top.” It will be from 4-6 pm. There will be no registration fee and it will be for children between 6 and 12 year old.
On Wednesday, Sep 9, check out the Salvation Army gym and building on Robert C. Byrd Drive during an Open House with the The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Club of Beckley, WV Activities include shooting basketball, playing pickleball, bounce house and games will be available. Tours will also be included during the open gym from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
Thursday Sept 10 The Pottery Place Beckley WV will host a canvas painting party at 5 pm on Thursday, Sep 10. Pre-register in-person or call 304-253-8777 to sign up for one of the spots ($10).
Friday Sept 11 will feature an evening at the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and Youth Museum of Southern WV from 6-8 p.m. Enjoy a free magic show by Funnybones from 6-7 pm at the amphitheater, followed by balloon animals. Inside the Youth Museum will the Forever Forrest Exhibit. Admission to the Youth Museum and the Exhibition Mine Tour will be at the special festival discounted rate of $5 for the evening!
Also on Friday - New this year is the Touch a Truck Exhibit, which will be outside at New River Park and will include a fire engine, dump truck, police cruiser and more. Learn more here https://www.facebook.com/events/1708529523577793
Saturday Sept 12 The Beckley Kids Classic Street Fair, from 10 am to 2 pm and will fill the sidewalks with booths, activities and people. Businesses, vendors, churches, and organizations will offer games, giveaways, and products of interest to families. The Beckley Fire Department’s Junior Firefighters Challenge and the Cincinnati Circus show are special highlights. The United Showcase at United Bank includes inflatables and games – enjoy all the activities at the showcase for only $5. Spin the prize wheel for $5 to win gifts. Back again this year will be the PAR-TEE mini-golf course with Seed Sowers in Shoemaker Square. Learn more here https://www.facebook.com/beckleyevents
Saturday Sept 12 The Kids Festival Parade “Under the BIG TOP” during the Street Fair begins at 11 am and parades through the streets of Downtown Beckley. Participate in the parade as an entry – mascots, costumed characters, classic or unique vehicles, teams, bands, dance teams, cheerleaders and more. The parade will feature festival royalty, bagpipers, bands, characters, etc. Youth are encouraged to wear a costume and walk in the parade. The theme is Under the Big Top, however, anything child-related fits into the parade and fair. The Founder’s trophy, in honor of Madrith Chambers, will be presented to the overall best entry in the parade along with trophies for the People’s Choice, Most Exciting and Most Creative entries. Learn more here https://www.facebook.com/beckleyevents
FOR PARADE ENTRY - STREET FAIR ENTRY CLICK HEREhttps://beckley.events/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/KCF-Registration-Form-2026.pdf
Saturday Sept 12 As the street fair begins winding down, The Raleigh Playhouse and Theatre will offer the Super Mario Galaxy movie at 1:30 pm. The Beckley Kids Classic and West Virginia University Institute of Technology Present: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie! Come join us for this FREE screening sponsored by WVU Tech during the Kids Classic Street Fair on Saturday, September 12th at 1:30 PM. All ages welcome! Click here for details https://www.facebook.com/events/924745120093440
The festival committee appreciates the event hosts, the booth and parade participants, helpers, and everyone who attends. Also, the committee is grateful for the support of the WV Division of Culture, Arts, & History - Fairs and Festival grant.
For more information, call Beckley Events at 304-256-1776 or follow Beckley Events on Facebook, or the online community calendar at https://beckley.events/
FOR PARADE ENTRY - STREET FAIR ENTRY - PLEASE CONTACT:
Contacts: Trish Morgan, Beckley Events, 304-256-1775 or 304-207-7582, [email protected]
