West Virginia Strawberry Festival kicks off 80th year with Horse and Carriage Parade

West Virginia Strawberry Festival kicks off 80th year with Horse and Carriage Parade

Brian Bergstrom

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May 14, 2022

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The 80th edition of the West Virginia Strawberry Festival is officially underway, with the Horse and Carriage Parade trotting down Strawberry Lane Saturday afternoon.

My Buckhannon will be bringing you stories and photos throughout this year’s festival. Click here to see our master gallery, or view the festival schedule here.

Photos by Brian Bergstrom/My Buckhannon

Photos by Brian Bergstrom/My Buckhannon

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