Family events in Barboursville, WV

Huntington Ribfest returns. Complete information is available on the event’s official website.

Mary Ingles Trail Associates presents an encampment and living history reenactment at Beech Fork State Park that highlights the legacy of Mary Draper Ingles. The focus is on the everyday abilities and know-how that she, her family, friends, and neighbors relied on to get by in the 18th century. Historical interpreters and craft demonstrators share period skills with an emphasis on education and accuracy.

Sports Fanz presents a multi-day showcase at Huntington Mall in Barboursville, WV, bringing together dealers and vendors from six states. Collectors can browse more than 85 tables of sports cards, memorabilia, and other sports collectibles, with buying and selling throughout the event. Trading card game enthusiasts will find over 55 tables featuring Pokémon cards, sealed Pokémon products, One Piece, and other TCG cards, also with active buying and selling. It is billed as the mall’s largest sports card and Pokémon card show to date. For questions, contact Chad at Sports Fanz at (681) 235-3124 or email sportsfanzwv@yahoo.com. You can also stop by the Sports Fanz store in the mall near Dick's.

With a history spanning more than three decades, this festival offers a full slate of experiences for all ages. The Southern Fried Cone Fest skateboard race welcomes competitors from across the United States. Visitors can sample a variety of food, specialty beverages, and sweet treats from numerous vendors, and browse handmade work from artisans and crafters. Families will find children’s amusements and games, along with free activity tents for kids. Live music continues throughout the event, featuring local and regional bands alongside national touring acts.

Spend a full day discovering Ohio Amish Country on a guided outing priced at 175 dollars per person. The itinerary features a stop at Lehman’s Hardware, time to browse an Amish bulk food store, and free time to explore Berlin, Ohio. A guided farm visit includes a look inside an Amish farmhouse and a one-room schoolhouse, along with a horse and buggy ride. The experience concludes with an authentic Amish dinner, a home-cooked two-meat meal prepared and served by an Amish family in their home exclusively for the tour group.

Teddy Bear Check Up is a fun, interactive program where children and their favorite stuffed animals explore health and wellness with Nurse Patty and Charlie. This session centers on taste, inviting kids to discover how the tongue helps identify flavors and how the senses work together to make eating enjoyable. Through hands-on activities and sensory play, participants investigate flavors including sweet, salty, and sour while building comfort and confidence with healthcare and wellness through pretend play. Designed for toddlers through early elementary ages, it nurtures curiosity, healthy habits, and positive interactions with caring professionals in a welcoming setting. Participation is included with admission.