This weekend in Kanawha County, WV

Charleston Out of the Darkness Walk to Fight Suicide brings the community together at Slack Plaza in Charleston, WV for a heartfelt walk centered on remembrance, hope, and support. Participants gather to recognize how suicide and mental health conditions have touched their lives and the lives of loved ones, creating space for healing and connection. This year introduces a new setting at Slack Plaza, offering a welcoming place for the community to unite around awareness and support.

Charleston Anime-Fest brings a family-friendly celebration of anime to the Holiday Inn & Suites Charleston West in Charleston, West Virginia. Look forward to appearances by voice actors, a wide range of vendor offerings, and other attractions, with a large cosplay contest as a main highlight. Children receive free admission.

Held on Saturdays, this Pokémon event features a $5 entry fee. For each entry, one pack goes into the prize pool, every participant receives a promo pack, and additional booster packs and promo packs are awarded to top placements.

This weekly Saturday Lorcana tournament has a $5 entry fee. Every participant receives a pack, and promos are also given out.

This weekly Riftbound TCG tournament features a $5 entry. One pack from each entry goes into the prize pool, and all participants receive a promo pack.

Sam's Uptown Cafe throws a Halloween celebration built around a screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show and a full night of live music. Volcanic Ensemble amps up the room, then The Big Bad brings the finale. Costumes are encouraged, with a contest and prizes for the boldest looks. Foz Rotten serves as host. The cover charge is $10.

A wide variety of macarons will be available for purchase, and the flavors will vary daily.

Facing the holidays after a loss can be especially difficult. This single-session Surviving the Holidays program from GriefShare offers practical guidance and compassionate support for the Christmas season at Elk River Church of the Nazarene in Charleston, WV. There is no cost to attend, and an optional workbook is available for $12 for those who want additional materials. Registration is available through GriefShare, and the session focuses on encouragement, tools to navigate the season, and the reassurance that no one has to face it alone.