Charleston, the capital city of West Virginia, serves as host to the Charleston Regatta as tens of thousands of people gather on Kanawha Boulevard to enjoy looking at the boats plus enjoying the food and music.   The Regatta features nightly concerts highlighting both regional and national acts.

There are activities for everyone; children carnival rides, the 15-mile Charleston Distance Run and Walk, plus the community spirit of the Grand Feature Parade.   Throw in the hot air balloons night glow and lift-off – and photo opportunities abound!!! 

 

The Taste of Charleston offers local cuisine on both Saturday and Sunday, while the United Way presents Ice Cream on the CASCI lot on Sunday – bringing  new flavors for children and adults to enjoy!!   These four days of Labor Day activities are the official goodbye to summer.

 

Plan on joining the fun every Labor Day week-end along the banks of the Kanawha River in Charleston, West Virginia!! A wonderful way to end the summer!!

 

Go to the Calendar of Events and simply click on the events that interest you.   Also look at our special hotel packages – all located within walking distance of the Regatta activities.

Enjoy!!

The Regatta is located on Kanawha Boulevard in downtown Charleston.  Exit northbound I-64 at Virginia Street - one way eastbound.    As Virginia Street runs parallel to the Boulevard you need to only drive three blocks until you are in the Regatta area.   

Driving southbound on I-79 or I-77 - get off at the Civic Center exit.  Turn left onto Lee Street headed eastbound for three blocks turning right onto Summers Street and heading straight to the Boulevard.