# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Vandalia Gathering 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Music·Dancing·Stories·Crafts·Food and Fun plus Old-Time activities for Young’uns
FREE Admission 

The Vandalia Gathering brings together the finest traditional Appalachian musicians for a weekend of great picking. Elder statesmen and young upstarts perform on stage, compete in contests and play in impromptu jam sessions all over the Capitol Complex. Visitors to the Gathering can enjoy fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitar contests outside during the day, and concerts in the State Theater in the evenings. Keep your ears open!

From mountain flatfooting to Celtic dancing, the Vandalia Gathering brings to life the international heritage of West Virginia dance. The Gathering features demonstrations of Irish, Scottish, Morris, Swiss, Croatian and Appalachian dancing in the Great Hall, with the audience invited to learn and join. Native Americans present their dance and music outdoors on the Capitol grounds. Square dancing and flatfooting takes place at the Dance Stage outdoors all afternoon for public participation. Put on your dancing shoes!

The Vandalia Gathering exhibits the traditions and many influences of West Virginia folklife. Ethnic and (very) American foods are served at the many food booths. The Craft Circle brings to one location a wide assortment of West Virginia artists and their works. From wood-fired pottery and Raku to folk toys and glass, over twenty craftspeople will be on hand to demonstrate and sell their works. The Old-Time for Young’uns area will give children the chance to experience some of the life, work and play of the early days of this state.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charleston/vandalia-gathering-2026/200029722888156
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, contests, art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 135

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Charleston
- **state**: WV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: West Virginia State Capitol
- **lat**: 38.337321215429
- **long**: -81.611805333051
- **full address**: West Virginia State Capitol, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305-0001, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Vandalia Gathering 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Vandalia Gathering 2026 takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Mon, 25 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at West Virginia State Capitol, 1900 Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston, WV 25305-0001, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Vandalia Gathering 2026?
  - **A:** Vandalia Gathering 2026 is organized by Teresa Gail Designs.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Vandalia Gathering 2026 is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charleston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 130+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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