All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

On the City of Buckhannon calendar: Oct. 27-31, 2025

Buckhannon’s city calendar lists public events Oct. 27–31 including Trunk-or-Treat, Farmers Market, Yard Waste collection, citywide Trick-or-Treat and Pop’s Furniture Halloween contest, plus upcoming parades, festivals, and community notices.

All meetings, unless specified otherwise, are open to the public and will take place in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, located at 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201.

For board meeting agendas, please visit Board Agendas and Minutes. For City Council meeting agendas, see: City Council Minutes.

Monday, October 27, 2025

Trunk-or-Treat: Sponsored by the Upshur County Family Resource Network, VIPS, Buckhannon Police Department, and Buckhannon Fire Department, this will be held in the Public Safety Complex Parking Lot from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Friday, October 31, 2025

Yard Waste Collection for City Residents: Yard Waste (debris) will be collected from City of Buckhannon residents. Residents must contact Buckhannon City Hall to be placed on the collection list. City residents may take their bagged yard waste (debris) to the Transfer Station during regular operating hours at no charge, and may bring up to two truckloads per year, also at no charge.

Farmers Market in Jawbone Park: The Buckhannon Upshur Farmers Market will offer fresh produce and popular local items every Friday beginning at 2:30 p.m., in Jawbone Park now through Friday, October 31st.

Trick-or-Treat: Held throughout the city of Buckhannon (in the city limits) from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Pop’s Furniture Halloween Costume Contest: The contest will be held in Jawbone Park area from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m.

Dates to Remember – These events have been scheduled with the city’s Consolidated Public Works Board

November 11, 2025 – Veterans Day Parade down Main Street with activities afterward in Jawbone Park. The parade lineup begins at 8:30 a.m.

November 27, 2025 – Upshur County Recreational Complex will hold a 5K, beginning in Jawbone Park at 7:30 a.m.

December 5, 2025 – Buckhannon Fire Department Christmas Parade down Main Street at 6:00 p.m. Santa Claus will visit the Buckhannon Fire Department following the parade.

December 14, 2025 – Annual Menorah Lighting in Jawbone Park at 7:00 p.m.

Additional Information

Buckhannon (NEW) Water Treatment Plant Project – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – The City of Buckhannon plans to construct a new $33 million water treatment plant and invest an additional $5.5 million in pipeline upgrades. Click here for the most frequently asked questions from the public, along with the answers from those involved in the project.

Coming to the Colonial Arts Center

December 4 through 7, 2025 – Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.”

Coming to the Event Center at Brushy Fork –

November 08, 2025 – Mountain Heart Training Event (Private Event)

November 10, 2025 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur

November 19, 2025 – Mountaineer Youth Football Award Banquet

November 22, 2025 – Holly Jolly Craft Show

December 06, 2025 – Holiday “FURtastic” Elimination Dinner (More Information)

December 09, 2025 – Corporate Holiday Celebration (Private Event)

February 7, 2026 – BUHS Band Boosters Bingo

February 13, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur

February 14, 2026 – Hands and Hearts for Christ Fundraiser

March 21, 2026 – Friends of the NRA Fundraiser

May 2, 2026 – The SETH Project Gala

August 14, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur

November 13, 2026 – Vitalant Blood Drive provided by WVU Medicine St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Rotary Club of Buckhannon-Upshur

Reminders – To help keep our town and streets attractive, please:

Keep grass clippings and leaves out of the street as they can block stormwater drains and cause flooding. When mowing, always blow the grass away from the street.

Trash cans should be hidden from public view as much as possible during the week; place them at the curb the night before collection, and return them within 24 hours after collection.

Utility Bill Payments:

Pay utility bills online at Municipal Online Payments or by phone at 1-866-933-4026. Setting up an account allows you to monitor your consumption.

Report Repairs or Concerns:

To report issues such as potholes or damaged signs, please call City Hall during business hours to submit a work order or use our Citizen Engagement tool: Report a Concern.

Stay updated by checking the City Website calendar: City Calendar

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