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 LXXXVI
Ona resident Miss Lilly Harper Ryan has been selected as Maid Silvia for the 86th Mountain State Forest Festival by Director General Peggy Phillips. The selection of Maid Silvia has been kept confidential for months. Miss Ryan will visit Elkins on Sunday to attend a private reception in her honor, sponsored by Graceland Inn and Davis & Elkins College Dining Services.
Videos from the Mountain State Forest Festival
Volunteers
87th Mountain State Forest Festival Jester Clinics are happening soon!
Information packets are available at the MSFF Office 10 11th Street or at the Informational Meeting on Wednesday, March 26 at the MSFF Office. 🤸
Clinics Monday, April 14 - Thursday, April 17
Tryouts Saturday, April 19
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I can’t find the packet on the website
What are the age requirements for this? I used to know but can't remember.
We are soo excited for this! Please make sure if you are interested to attend the informational meeting next week!
Lisa A. Shaffer named Director General of the 87th Mountain State Forest Festival! 🍁
“The success of this festival relies on the partnerships and support from so many, and we could not make the week a success without all of our incredible community partners. Thank you all for your dedication and support,” said Shaffer.
www.theintermountain.com/news/local-news/2025/03/shaffer-named-director-general-of-87th-forest-fe...
#forestfestivalwv #RandolphCountyWV #elkinswv #embracenaturescharm #msff2025
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Let’s go Lisa!!
Congratulations Lisa!
Congratulations, Lisa! Such a good article about you and your Festival history; love how you appreciate the community support and the work of so many volunteers that contribute to the success of each year's event. I know you will have a great year!
Become our official mascot, Woodly the Elf, for the 87th Mountain State Forest Festival!
Open to all Randolph County 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grade Students
Posters are due Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
All rules & regulations can be found at our website or drop by the festival office at 10 11th Street to pick up your flyer. Flyers will also be distributed in all 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade classrooms in Randolph County.
Woodly the Elf’s costume and associated fees are paid for by Citizens Bank of West Virginia, official sponsor of Woodly. Four runners-up are also chosen and invited to ride along with Woodly on Citizens’ float in the Grand Feature Parade. 🍁
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Under what tab is the rules & regulations? I cannot seem to find it.
What age should the qualified Elf be to participate please?