West Virginia's America 250 Celebration Plans Unveiled

West Virginia unveils massive America 250 celebration with free 230-foot Ferris Wheel, Capitol light show

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia will host a four-day, statewide celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary in July anchored by major tourism attractions in the capital city, including a nighttime

Morrisey announces W.Va. celebration of America’s 250th anniversary

CHARLESTON — Gov. Patrick Morrisey on Tuesday announced West Virginia’s official kickoff celebration for America’s 250th anniversary, featuring a four-day event at the State Capitol Complex in Charleston during the July Fourth holiday weekend.

Morrisey unveils ‘America 250’ celebration plans, set for same days as Regatta

As the nation prepares to celebrate its semiquincentennial — otherwise known as “America 250,” the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — officials throughout West Virginia are joining in on the planning to commemorate the momentous…

Morrisey unveils ‘America250’ celebration plans, set for same days as Regatta

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey unveils plans, on May 20, 2026, for the America 250 celebration in Charleston, West Virginia called the Capital City Celebration.

West Virginia's America 250 celebration plans unveiled

West Virginia will be celebrating America's 250th anniversary with a four-day event from July 2nd to 5th, featuring the world's tallest portable Ferris Wheel, Capitol tours, games, food vendors, and a 3D light projection show.

West Virginia plans four-day celebration for America’s 250th birthday

The free event at the state Capitol complex will feature a 230-foot Ferris wheel, live music and nightly light shows.