On the City of Buckhannon calendar: October 13-17, 2025

Buckhannon announces public meetings, yard waste pickup, farmers market, arts and theater events, holiday parades and celebrations, safety reminders, and upcoming community dates through 2026.

News Release
October 13, 2025

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.

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Sanitary Board Regular Meeting – 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (669) 224-3412, access code 743-314-989.
City Council Meeting – 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Regular City Council Meeting. To join virtually, access GoToMeeting via this link or call (872) 240-3212, access code 804-282-709.

Friday, October 17, 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.
CAC (Colonial Arts Center) Gallery – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – The 2nd annual “Booockhannon Art Exhibit” Opening Reception. For details, click here.

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

October 18, 2025 – Harvest Festival & Chili Cook-off hosted by Moon Flower, 46 East Main Street, Buckhannon, WV. Enjoy crafts, flowers, homemade goods, and thrift items. They will showcase chili made from 10+ local restaurants.
October 27, 2025 – Trunk-or-Treat will be held in the Public Safety Complex Parking Lot from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
October 31, 2025 – Trick-or-Treat in Buckhannon’s city limits from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
October 31, 2025 – Pop’s Furniture Halloween Costume Contest in Jawbone Park from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m.
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

PSA from the Buckhannon Police Department – Click here for details concerning a reported scam in the local area.

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

October 23 – 26, 2025 – Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “PUFFS”
December 4 – 7, 2025 – Buckhannon Community Theatre presents “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.”

Coming to the Event Center at Brushy Fork –

October 14, 2025 – Central WV Aging Services Training Event (Private Event)
October 18, 2025 – BUHS Class of 1970 Reunion (Private Event)
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 – Private Sports Award Event
November 22, 2025 – Holly Jolly Craft Show
December 06, 2025 – Holiday “FURtastic” Elimination Dinner (More Information)
December 09, 2025 – Corporate Holiday Event (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 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.

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