EVENTS: Things to do in the Ohio Valley

Grecian Festival

The Grecian Festival of Wheeling is back for a 4-day celebration held at St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church. This annual celebration of Greek heritage allows guests to experience traditional food, music, and dancing. The festival is held from 10 a.m. – 11 p.m., July 28-31. Learn more about this year’s event at grecianfest.com.

Schenk Lake Up Late

There are so many options for live music in Wheeling! Head to Oglebay’s Schenk Lake on Thursdays from 7 – 9 p.m. from June 3 – Aug. 26 to enjoy live music and extended lake activity hours. This week’s performer is Daniel Welsh. Learn more and check out the full lineup by visiting oglebay.com.

Sculpt n Gulp: Animal Planters

East Wheeling Clayworks will host their next Sculpt n’ Gulp workshop on Friday, July 30 at the Wheeling Park Bandstand from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. You’ll receive all of the materials you need to complete your project as well as step-by-step instructions on how to make your piece. No previous experience with clay is necessary! Learn more and register online by visiting eastwheelingclayworks.com.

Jamey Johnson Concert

Eleven-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jamey Johnson is scheduled to perform this Friday, July 30 at the Capitol Theatre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Known as “one of the greatest country singers of our time,” according to the Washington Post, Johnson is one of only a few people in the history of country music to win two Song of the Year Awards from both the CMA and ACMs. Purchase tickets online at capitoltheatrewheeling.com.

Free Friday Night Music at Heritage Port

Head to Heritage Port on Friday, July 30 for a free concert to celebrate the return of the Wheeling Wine Festival. The Muddle will perform from 6 – 8 p.m., followed by The Joseph Sisters from 8:30 – 11 p.m. Food and alcohol will be available to purchase.

Fire Pit Fridays at Route 88 BBQ & Brew

Gather around the fire pit at Route 88 BBQ & Brew every Friday night from 7 – 10 p.m. for an evening of free live entertainment and delicious smoked BBQ. This week’s performance is by Chelsey Keding.

Flashback Fridays at Wheeling Park

This Friday, July 30 at 7 p.m., Steel Casa will be performing live at the Wheeling Park Amphitheatre. To celebrate the park’s 95th year, there will also be a beer garden, food truck and fun for the kids starting at 5 p.m. Learn more and check out the full lineup by visiting oglebay.com.

Wheeling Wine Festival

Wheeling Wine Fest 2021 is back this year at Wheeling’s Heritage Port on Saturday, July 31. Wineries from all over the tri-state area will be at this year’s festival, as well as different varieties of beer. Come and enjoy different food vendors, merchant and craft vendors, and premier entertainment! Purchase tickets online at wheelingwinefestival.com.

Sunday Funday Concert

Head to Oglebay’s Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater for an evening of family fun and live entertainment every Sunday evening through Labor Day! The fun kicks off at 6 p.m. with concessions, food trucks, an ice cream sundae bar, and kids activities in the formal gardens. Live music by Michael Cleveland will begin at 7 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be relocated to Glessner Auditorium in Wilson Lodge. Learn more and check out the full lineup by visiting oglebay.com.