06/08/2026
TRAFFIC IMPACT NOTICE:
On Saturday, June 13th, WV Fest will be held in Downtown Charles Town. This event begins at 10:00 a.m. and concludes at 5:00 p.m.
To accommodate this event, multiple road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect. Parking restrictions and road closures will promptly begin at 5:00 a.m. Any vehicle not removed from the posted event area will be cited and towed at the owner's expense.
Washington Street (WV Route 51) from the intersection of West Street to the intersection of Mildred Street will be closed to all vehicle traffic. In addition, the 100 block of North George Street (WV Route 115), the 100 block of South George Street (WV Route 115), the 100 block of North Charles Street, the 100 block of South Charles Street, the 100 block of North Lawrence Street, the 100 block of South Lawrence Street, the 100 block of North Samuel Street, and the 100 block of South Samuel Street will be closed to all vehicle traffic as well.
Traffic traveling westbound on WV Route 51 is encouraged to use Liberty Street as an alternate route. Traffic traveling eastbound on WV Route 51 is encouraged to use Congress Street as an alternate route. Traffic traveling north and south on WV Route 115 is encouraged to use Mildred Street as an alternate route.
Lengthy delays are expected during the duration of this event due to the anticipated high volume of attendees. If you are not planning on attending this event or visiting any of the downtown businesses, you are encouraged to avoid the downtown area during this time. Roadways will be re-opened at the conclusion of the event when deemed safe. All questions, comments, or concerns regarding this event should be directed to the The City of Charles Town.
