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
Congratulations to the 2026 Runner-Ups of the 88th MSFF Woodly the Elf Poster Contest! 🍁🎨
Eleanor Davis, Avery Hedrick, and Liam Rinehart will ride along with Woodly, Pierslyn Farley, on the Citizens Bank of WV float in the Grand Feature Parade on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Over 30 posters were submitted to compete in this year’s poster contest. The Woodly the Elf contest is open to Randolph County students in second, third or fourth grades — including home school, private or public schools.
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #elkinswv #autumnincolor #msff2026
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🍁It is always a great time when Cledus T Judd rolls into town!
Elkins West Virginia mark your calendars for Cledus T Judd appearing at the Mountain State Forest Festival on Thur Oct 01 for a free community concert at 7pm at the Elkins Town Square Rotary Amphitheater.
For more info on the Mountain State Forest Festival visit
www.forestfestival.com
Mountain State Forest Festival
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Congratulations to the 2026 Runner-Ups of the 88th MSFF Woodly the Elf Poster Contest! 🍁🎨
Eleanor Davis, Avery Hedrick, and Liam Rinehart will ride along with Woodly, Pierslyn Farley, on the Citizens Bank of WV float in the Grand Feature Parade on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Over 30 posters were submitted to compete in this year’s poster contest. The Woodly the Elf contest is open to Randolph County students in second, third or fourth grades — including home school, private or public schools.
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #elkinswv #autumnincolor #msff2026
1 CommentComment on Facebook
🍁🍂🍁
🍁It is always a great time when Cledus T Judd rolls into town!
Elkins West Virginia mark your calendars for Cledus T Judd appearing at the Mountain State Forest Festival on Thur Oct 01 for a free community concert at 7pm at the Elkins Town Square Rotary Amphitheater.
For more info on the Mountain State Forest Festival visit
www.forestfestival.com
Mountain State Forest Festival
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