Nov. 20, 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Tricia Sizemore
304-558-2003, ext. 319
E-mail: tricia.t.sizemore@wv.gov
New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day events in the Mountain State
The New Year is coming faster than you think, and it’s not too early to start
figuring out where you want to be when 2009 comes calling.
West Virginia’s state parks will welcome in 2009 with dinners, parties, dances,
or just some quiet time, depending upon how you want to greet the New Year.
Reservations are required for most events, so call early.
West Virginia State Parks will have a wide array of activities to help you
bring in the next year, and you can pick the one that’s right for you. Special
activities are planned for Canaan Valley Resort, North Bend, Chief Logan Lodge,
Tygart Lake, Cacapon Resort and Stonewall Resort state parks. Quiet New Year’s
celebrations are planned for Hawks Nest, Pipestem and Blackwater Falls state
parks.
Information about New Year’s events, package prices and other activities
to enjoy while visiting can be found online at www.wvstateparks.com
or by calling 1-800-CALL-WVA.
West Virginia State Parks New Year’s Eve Events
• Canaan Valley Resort State Park near Davis in Tucker County will have
a combined Christmas and New Year’s Eve Celebration from Dec. 26 – Jan. 1.
Available activities include skiing, snow tubing, snowboarding, snowshoeing,
cross-country skiing and ice skating. The Beech Club features an indoor lap
pool, sauna, fitness room and whirlpool spa. Contact: Canaan Valley Resort
State Park 304-866-4121.
• North Bend State Park near Cairo in Ritchie County will have its New Year’s
Eve party Dec. 31. A buffet dinner will be served from 6:30 – 8 p.m. and will
feature a carving station with four entrees and many side dishes, ending with
fabulous desserts by Chef Ingles. Following dinner, join in for a dance and
party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with live music by the Russell Ahner Band. Dress
is casual. The rate for the double occupancy package is $193, which includes
overnight stay for two at North Bend Lodge, dinner for two, Hors d’oeuvres,
Celebration dance, champagne toast at midnight and breakfast Thursday morning.
The price includes taxes and gratuities. A dinner and dance only pricing option
is available. For reservations, call 304-643-2931. Ask about early arrival
and late departure special offer.
• Chief Logan Lodge, Hotel & Conference Center near Logan in Logan County
has scheduled a New Year’s Eve dance party at the new facility just south
of Charleston. You can have a delicious dinner, dance to the live music of
the Jaguars and enjoy great accommodations to bring in the New Year. The package
price of $195 includes dinner for two, dance, two drink tickets, champagne
toast, party favors, and overnight accommodations for two at Chief Logan Lodge.
Call 304-855-6100 to make reservations.
• Tygart Lake State Park will have its New Year’s Eve Celebration Dec. 31.
This special package includes an overnight stay for two at Tygart Lake Lodge,
dinner for two, dance, evening snacks, door prizes and a champagne toast at
midnight. The dance is from 8 p.m. until midnight and will feature live music
from the Stepping Stones. The overnight package is $179.90 including tax and
gratuities. A rate for dinner and dance only also is available. Call for pricing.
Group reservations are welcome.
For reservations, please call 304-265-6144.
• Cacapon Resort State Park near Berkeley Springs in Morgan County brings
in the New Year with a bang. Guests will end 2008 with music, dancing and
a formal toast to start off the New Year at midnight. The package includes
lodging, meals and entertainment. Contact: Cacapon Resort State Park at 304-258-1022
for schedule and prices.
• Stonewall Resort State Park near Roanoke in Lewis County
is offering a choice of New Year’s Eve packages:
o The “Night in Rome” package includes deluxe overnight accommodations, an evening
cocktail reception, a four-course dinner and wine pairing, entertainment with
Bobby Nicholas, an open bar, a champagne toast at midnight and a New Year’s
Day champagne brunch. The package price is $449 per couple or $299 for singles.
o The “Stillwaters” package includes deluxe overnight accommodations, evening
dinner with a glass of champagne, entertainment with the Stalnaker Brothers,
chocolate party, New Year’s Day brunch and access to resort amenities. The package
price is $259 per couple or $189 single.
o “Kids Night Out” is from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Kids can enjoy movies, ping-pong
and board games. Kid-favorite foods will be offered for dinner. The cost is
$25 per child.
The package cost does not include resort fee and applicable taxes. Gratuities
are included. For reservations to these events at Stonewall Resort State Park,
call 888-278-8150.
• Three West Virginia State Parks, Hawks Nest near Ansted in Fayette County,
Blackwater Falls near Davis in Tucker County and Pipestem Resort in southern
West Virginia will offer quieter celebrations. No parties, no dances, but
you can enjoy a relaxing dinner at the park restaurants, warm yourself by
the fireplace, take an evening stroll or just contemplate the New Year in
the comfort of a lodge room or by the fireplace. Winter lodge rates are in
effect. Call Hawks Nest at 304-658-5212, Blackwater Falls at 304-259-5216
and Pipestem Resort 304-466-1800 for more details and prices.
City of Charleston New Year’s Eve Events
The City of Charleston will host two popular events Dec. 31.
• As they have for decades, hundreds of people will pour into the Charleston
Municipal Auditorium for the annual New Year's Eve Gospel Sing, featuring
top-notch groups from around the country. It started more than 30 years ago
and has been called the longest running gospel sing in West Virginia and,
maybe, the United States. The music is set to begin at 7 p.m.
• The Charleston Community Music Association is again sponsoring the popular
GoodNight program, offering a chance for thousands of revelers to celebrate
the New Year. This is a family-oriented downtown event and features hundreds
of performers at different venues throughout the city. The schedule includes
many different types of music, dance and theater performances. Programs begin
at 6 p.m. at all locations. Each program lasts approximately 45 minutes. City
trolleys will make continuous loops among all GoodNight locations beginning
at 6 p.m. There is no charge for the performance or the trolley rides.
For more information about the annual New Year’s Eve Gospel Sing and the GoodNight
program, contact the Charleston Civic Center at 304-345-1500.
New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance in Bluefield
Ring in the new year on Dec. 31 in Bluefield at the Gary Bowling’s New Year’s
Eve Dinner and Dance. Start off with dinner around 7:30 p.m. then enjoy live
music and dance. Music will be performed by The Emeralds, a band covering
a variety of songs ranging from the ‘40s to today. Cost is $75 for couple
or $40 for single. For more information, call 304-327-9300.
New Year’s Eve in Flatwoods
The Days Hotel & Conference Center will offer a New Year’s Eve package
Dec. 31. The package includes wine and cheese tasting, dinner and hors d'oeuvres,
and music with One-A-Cord and Rick K & the Allnighters. The event will
begin at 6 p.m. Packages start at $235 per couple. For more information, call
866-700-7284 or visit www.flatwoods.com.
New Year’s at The Greenbrier
Raise a glass and celebrate New Year in style at the world-renowned Greenbrier
resort from Dec. 30, 2008 to Jan. 2, 2009. The New Year’s Eve galas feature
live music and dancing, New Year’s Day Jazz and Champagne Brunch Buffet, Rock
& Roll Dinner Buffet and Show and New Year’s Eve “Big Night” Dinner Party
just for kids.
Packages start at $465 and additional fees apply for special dining events.
All package rates are per room, per night. Room rates are based on traditional
rooms; all other accommodations will be subject to add-on rates. Resort fee
and taxes are additional. Reservations for dinner and activities are strongly
suggested.
Visit www.greenbrier.com for more details.
Lewisburg Shanghai Parade
Bundle up and enjoy Lewisburg’s annual Shanghai Parade on New Year’s Day
at noon. This 150-year tradition features a wacky costume and float filled
parade that has been previously named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism
Society.
For more details visit www.greenbrierwv.com or call 800-833-2068.
First Day International Festival
Celebrate the start of the New Year and the unique culture of Ireland at
the 7th annual First Day International Festival on Jan. 1, 2009, from 1 to
5 p.m.
Enjoy presentations and performances by Celtic harpist Leah Trent, story
teller and humorist Kim Weitkamp and musician and singer Patrick O’Flaherty.
This family-friendly festival also includes crafts, children’s games, positive
palm reading, live music jam and food.
For more details, visit www.greenbrierwv.com
or call 800-833-2068.
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