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Sept 28 – Oct 4, 2026 · Issue #10Hello, October! The leaves are turning, the mornings have that crisp edge, and Bridgeport is kicking off the new month with some of its best community traditions: a spaghetti dinner the whole town looks forward to, a citywide food drive you can join without leaving your porch, and a Sunday walk at Meadowbrook Mall that brings hundreds of neighbors together for a cause.
There's a little spooky fun sneaking in too, with a blacklight haunted tour at the library, plus a free film festival and a Saturday food-and-car-show gathering just a short drive away in Clarksburg. Grab a pumpkin spice something and let's dig in.
Event details can change quickly this time of year, especially with fall weather. Please confirm times and locations with the organizer before heading out.
★ This Week's Featured Event ★
Mtn Craft Film Festival
Fri, Oct 2 – Sun, Oct 4 · Doors 9:30 AM Fri & Sat, 10 AM Sun · Robinson Grand, 444 W Pike St, Clarksburg · FREE
Just a short drive down US-50, the Robinson Grand hosts three days of Appalachian storytelling, and this year it's all free, workshops included. Expect short film blocks, filmmaker Q&As, an art gallery and a Sunday Heritage Screening honoring West Virginia filmmaker Danny Boyd. No tickets needed, so drop in for one block or stay all weekend.
Insider tips: outside food and drink are welcome for this event only, food trucks will be out front, and parking nearby is free. Content varies by block, so check the schedule if you're bringing kids. On Saturday, walk over to Taste of Harrison at Jackson Square between films.
→ More info🗓 Week at a Glance
Mon · Sept 28 · Free
Bridgeport City Council Meeting
7 PM · City Hall Council Chambers, 515 W Main St
The regular fourth-Monday meeting. Want to speak during public comment? Sign up at the podium before the meeting starts.
→ More infoMon · Sept 28 – Sat · Oct 3
Shepherd's Corner Citywide Food Drive
Drop-offs all week at the Fire Department or Municipal Building · Porch pickup Sat 10 AM–noon
The Lions Club, GFWC Bridgeport and the Bridgeport Fire Department team up to restock Shepherd's Corner. The easy way to help: set non-perishable food and hygiene items at your mailbox, porch or driveway before 10 AM Saturday and volunteers will collect them. Can't wait? Drop donations off any day this week.
→ More infoTue · Sept 29 · Free
Chamber Business After-Hours at Pierpont
5–7 PM · Pierpont Community & Technical College, 1050 Industrial Rd, Bridgeport
The Harrison County Chamber's after-work mixer heads to Pierpont's Bridgeport campus. A relaxed way to meet local business folks and see what's new at the college the week it breaks ground on a new aviation maintenance training center. Free, but registration is requested.
→ More infoThu · Oct 1
Bridgeport Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner
4–7 PM (or until sold out) · Benedum Civic Center, 164 W Main St · Adults $12, ages 6–12 $5, 5 & under free
A beloved Bridgeport tradition. Dine in or grab carry-out, and new this year there's a gluten-free option. Bring a few canned goods for Shepherd's Corner while you're there. It does sell out, so don't wait until 6:45.
→ More infoThu · Oct 1 · Free
Virtual Author Talk with Veronica Roth
7–8 PM · Online via Bridgeport Public Library (registration required)
The bestselling author of the Divergent series joins a live virtual conversation hosted through the library. Register and watch from your couch.
→ More info👪 Family Corner
Mon · Sept 28 · Free
Juice Box Social
11 AM–noon · Bridgeport Public Library Children's Dept, 1200 Johnson Ave · Ages 0–5
A laid-back Monday morning playdate for little ones and their grown-ups. A great way to meet other local families.
→ More infoFri · Oct 2 · Free
Escape from the Haunted Library
6:30–8 PM · Starts in the Bridgeport Public Library back parking lot · All ages
Kick off spooky season with a family-friendly blacklight haunted tour through the library, with treats at the end. More fun than frightening, so it's a good fit for younger kids. Registration is encouraged.
→ More infoSat · Oct 3 · Free
5th Annual Girls in Aviation Day
11 AM–2 PM · Old NCWV Airport terminal, 2000 Aviation Way, Bridgeport
A hands-on day introducing girls to careers in flight, from pilots to mechanics to air traffic control, right in our own backyard at the airport. Pre-registration is required for both kids and adults.
→ More info🍻 Weekend Picks
Sat · Oct 3
Clarksburg Farmers Market
9 AM–1 PM · Tractor Supply Co. parking lot, 210 Emily Dr, Clarksburg
The outdoor season is in its final weeks, so now is the time for apples, squash, mums and the last of the local peppers.
→ More infoSat · Oct 3
Taste of Harrison
1–4 PM · Jackson Square, downtown Clarksburg
Just a short drive away: food tastings from area restaurants, a car show and live music, all benefiting the Clarksburg History Museum. Pair it with a film block at the Mtn Craft Film Festival a block away.
→ More infoSat · Oct 3
Bridgeport Boys Soccer vs. Oak Hill
2 PM · Home · Bridgeport High School
The Indians are unbeaten and ranked No. 1 in the state. With football on the road in Cumberland Friday night, this is the best home game of the weekend. Come cheer them on.
→ More infoSat · Oct 3
Mountain State Forest Festival Grand Feature Parade
1:30 PM · Downtown Elkins · About an hour southeast
The 88th Forest Festival wraps up this weekend, and Saturday's Grand Feature Parade is the big one: marching bands, equestrian units and floats winding up Davis Avenue past the courthouse. If you've never gone, this is the day to make the drive. Get there early for a curbside spot.
→ More infoSun · Oct 4
Bridgeport Farmers & Makers Market
10 AM–1 PM · Charles Pointe, 100 Marketplace Ave
Only two Sundays left in the outdoor season (the finale is Oct 11). Stock up on fall produce, baked goods and handmade gifts, then head over to Meadowbrook for the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
→ More infoSun · Oct 4 · Free
North Central Walk to End Alzheimer's
Registration 1 PM, opening ceremony 2 PM · Meadowbrook Mall, Bridgeport
One of the most moving afternoons on the local calendar, raising money for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Don't miss the Promise Garden ceremony, where walkers raise colored flowers for their connection to the disease. There's a kid zone and raffles too. Register online ahead to skip the check-in line, and no team is needed; everyone is welcome to walk.
→ More info📆 4-Week Look Ahead
Oct 7–10
Salem Apple Butter Festival
Kettles of apple butter stirred the old-fashioned way, crafts, food and music in Salem, just west of Bridgeport.
→ More infoSun · Oct 11
Warriors Rock Veterans Concert
Vets With Guitars and a tribute to local veterans and first responders at the Robinson Grand, 3 PM. Tickets through the Clarksburg VFW.
→ More infoSat · Oct 17
Nutter Fort Halloween Fall Festival
Costume parade, trick-or-treating, games, food and music, 11 AM–8 PM.
→ More infoSat · Oct 24
Zombie Night Crawl 5K & Kids Run
A costumed after-dark run at The Bridge Sports Complex, 6 PM, with a kids run for ages 5–12.
→ More infoSat · Oct 24
City Parks of Clarksburg Trunk-or-Treat
One of the area's biggest free trunk-or-treats at the Clarksburg Amphitheater, 6 PM.
→ More infoFri · Oct 30
Clarksburg Pumpkin & Pitmaster Festival
Pumpkins, barbecue and Halloween-eve fun in Clarksburg, 5–10 PM.
→ More info📌 Always Good to Know
- The Bridge Sports Complex - Open year-round with pools, courts, a fitness center and Clip 'n Climb.
- Bridgeport Public Library - Free story times, Study Hall for school-age kids, makerspace hours, Tai Chi and more every week at 1200 Johnson Ave.
- Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library - Free programs for all ages in downtown Clarksburg.
- City Council Agendas - Council meets the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7 PM at City Hall.
- Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center - Shows, tribute concerts and family films just a short drive away in Clarksburg.
- Connect-Bridgeport - The best spot for local news and the community events calendar.
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Sources: connect-bridgeport.com, bplwv.libnet.info, therobinsongrand.com, clarksburgamp.com, business.harrisoncountychamber.com, bridgeportwv.gov, harcoboe.net, bridgeportindians.com, wdtv.com, patch.com, forestfestival.com, act.alz.org,runsignup.com, allevents.in, concertfix.com, thebridgewv.com, Bridgeport Farmers Market and Bridgeport WV News & Neighbor Chat on Facebook.