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Happy Holidays

Celebrating the holidays in Southern WV means historic homes decked out for the season, s'mores sizzling and carols echoing around the old coal mines, Appalachian artisans crafting one-of-a-kind-gifts and more. It's holidays meets heritage. Here are the most unique holiday events across the region.

With the cost of living being so reasonable here, heading in for the holiday events is an enticing reason to go shopping for deals, too. Find truly unique gifts, hidden away on antique shop shelves, or even watch them being created by the artisans-in-residence at Tamarack. Browse all our Southern flavors, outdoor gear and handcrafted works.

Winter Adventures

Come ski or snowboard the freshly powdered slopes at Winterplace Ski Resort while they're still pristine. The trails open up Dec. 12! You can get up to 50% off when you buy your lift tickets online in advance.

There's plenty more adventure across the mountains. Take a scenic zipline tour through the frozen treeline, stroll the New River Gorge Bridge catwalk or peer out over the gorge from Canyon Rim. Or, head underground in Lewisburg and explore the caverns that lay below the snowy surface. Horseback riding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing— the great southern West Virginia outdoors are open to adventure all year!

Getaway Gift

One gift that's always a crowd pleaser? A getaway to explore somewhere new. Want to relax together? Enjoy quality fun time with your family? Make wild new memories with your friends? Southern WV has plenty for you all. 

Each of our 9 counties has a unique charm, from the secluded, rural Monroe County farmlands to the bustling commercial center of Beckley. Here are 5 great trip ideas across Southern WV.