Save the Date for the 88th Forest Festival
"Autumn in Color"
September 26 – October 4, 2026
About Forest Festival
The Mountain State Forest Festival is one of the largest and oldest festivals in West Virginia, continuing to promote the beauty and splendor of our mountains and valleys in all their autumn glory and promoting prudent development, conservation and culture of our abundant natural resources for the future.
The festival affords us the opportunity to share with our community and state the important role West Virginia’s natural resources play in our economic development. Rich in tradition, the festival also plays a major role in our local and state economy and offers something for everyone to enjoy. While visiting Elkins, enjoy the 10K/5K Race, Highland Dance Competition, Irish Road Bowling, Parade of Children, Pet Show, Photography Contest, Juried Art Exhibit, Quilt Show, Forestry & Wood Products, Arts & Crafts, Distinguished Guest Dinner, Royal Coronation, Fireman’s Parade, Queen’s Ball Dance, Lumberjack Contest, Grand Feature Parade, and much more!
Randolph County and the City of Elkins open their streets to accommodate 75,000+ visitors each year, with an opportunity for exploring our surrounding counties.
Meet Maid Silvia LXXXVII
Moorefield resident Miss Sterling Anne Kump has been selected as Maid Silvia for the 87th Mountain State Forest Festival by Director General Lisa Shaffer.
“From the moment I met Sterling, I knew that she was the young lady that I wanted to fulfill the role of Maid Silvia LXXXVII,” Shaffer said. “I saw in her the heart, poise, and spirit of a Maid Silvia. She carries herself with a quiet confidence and a sincere love for the Festival and community—qualities that instantly stood out and captured everything I was hoping to find. I have no doubt that she will represent the Mountain State Forest Festival with grace, gratitude, and genuine pride in this long-standing tradition.”
Natalie Jean Tyre Barb, 1932 Flower Girl
Registration is now open for Food Concessionaire Vendors!
www.forestfestival.com/registration-forms/
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88th MSFF Royal Trumpeteer Auditions will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2026. See your band director or stop by the festival office for your audition packet.
Auditions will be open to any Randolph Co. student who will be enrolled in grades 9-12 during the 2026-2027 school year. Those auditioning may be enrolled in any Randolph County Public School, Private School, or Home School.
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Announcing Train Bearer Archer Abram Broschart! 🍁
Archer is the son of Jamie and Marlena Broschart of Elkins. He is the grandson of Linda Davis and the late Jerry Davis of Elkins and the late William and Marie Broschart of Jimtown. Archer has two brothers, Alexander and Aidan, and two sisters, Aaliyah and Taylor. In the fall, Archer will be a third-grade student at Jennings Randolph Elementary. Archer is active in several sports including playing basketball for the YMCA Jerry West League, Upward Basketball, Jennings Randolph Patriots, baseball for Elkins Little League, and Soccer with Seneca Soccer. He has been awarded many star student awards from his teachers. Archer also enjoys staying active by running and has participated in the MSFF Kids Fun Run the last two years. He enjoys swimming, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. His sister, Aaliyah, was a Royal Scout in 2014.
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #ElkinsWV #AutumnInColor #msff2026
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🫶🏼🍁 Way to go, Archer! Congratulations!
Sweet Archer! Congratulations!!!
Congratulations!!!
Registration is now open for Food Concessionaire Vendors!
www.forestfestival.com/registration-forms/
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #ElkinsWV #AutumnInColor #msff2026
5 CommentsComment on Facebook
88th MSFF Royal Trumpeteer Auditions will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2026. See your band director or stop by the festival office for your audition packet.
Auditions will be open to any Randolph Co. student who will be enrolled in grades 9-12 during the 2026-2027 school year. Those auditioning may be enrolled in any Randolph County Public School, Private School, or Home School.
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #ElkinsWV #AutumnInColor #msff2026
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🍁🍂🍁
Announcing Train Bearer Archer Abram Broschart! 🍁
Archer is the son of Jamie and Marlena Broschart of Elkins. He is the grandson of Linda Davis and the late Jerry Davis of Elkins and the late William and Marie Broschart of Jimtown. Archer has two brothers, Alexander and Aidan, and two sisters, Aaliyah and Taylor. In the fall, Archer will be a third-grade student at Jennings Randolph Elementary. Archer is active in several sports including playing basketball for the YMCA Jerry West League, Upward Basketball, Jennings Randolph Patriots, baseball for Elkins Little League, and Soccer with Seneca Soccer. He has been awarded many star student awards from his teachers. Archer also enjoys staying active by running and has participated in the MSFF Kids Fun Run the last two years. He enjoys swimming, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. His sister, Aaliyah, was a Royal Scout in 2014.
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #ElkinsWV #AutumnInColor #msff2026
32 CommentsComment on Facebook
🫶🏼🍁 Way to go, Archer! Congratulations!
Sweet Archer! Congratulations!!!
Congratulations!!!