Save the Date for 87th Forest Festival
September 27 – October 5, 2025
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, such as, headline concerts and music shows, lumberjack competition, forestry & wood exhibits, juried art show, photography exhibit, quilt show, arts and crafts, amusement rides, and parades.
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.”
Videos from the Mountain State Forest Festival
Volunteers
Now through July 16, stop by the Elkins Sewing Center to vote for your favorite quilt square for the Queen's Quilt Challenge.
Thank you to all of the talented quilters who took time to participate in this community tradition! 🪡
The final quilt will be presented to Queen Silvia during the MSFF Closing Ceremony on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Happy 43rd Anniversary to Elkins Sewing Center! Thank you to Sue and the entire team for being a cornerstone of downtown Elkins and for your unwavering support of our community over the years!
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The Hoppers will be performing during the Mountain State Forest Festival at the Downtown Stage on Sunday, September 28, 2025! 🎤
"Multi award winning family group The Hoppers have been singing to global audiences for over 60 years with appearances ranging from presidential religious inaugural ceremonies and New York’s Carnegie Hall to singing conventions and church platforms. They have performed throughout the United States as well as in Israel, Europe, and Africa. Their unique blend of harmonies and song choices have created a legacy of musical excellence embraced by leading pastors and event organizers. Known as America’s Favorite Family of Gospel Music, they are favorites on the Gaither Homecoming videos and tours, and their recordings frequently land at the top of the BILLBOARD sales charts and The Singing News radio charts."
Bring a chair and enjoy the free concert!
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They sure did!!! Thanks Jodie … I hope you and momma will be there
Sounds great!
This is a great group you will not want to miss
Last weekend, members of the Royal Court and their families enjoyed the Minor Court Picnic at Scott Hill Mansion. Memories were made, and they were beautifully captured by Alexandria Kimbleton Photography.
There was lots of laughing, funny faces, and goofy poses at the photo booth! Two Lane Reflections
Thank you Harris Electrical Services LLC for sponsoring the Minor Court Picnic!
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