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The Bridgeport Insider
All the best events and activities in Bridgeport, WV
July 27 – August 2, 2026 · Issue #01Welcome to the very first issue of The Bridgeport Insider! Every Sunday evening, we'll land in your inbox with everything worth knowing for the week ahead — the events, activities, and happenings in and around Bridgeport, from free library programs and youth sports to big shows just a short drive away in Clarksburg. Think of it as your hometown briefing: one quick read, and your week is planned.
And what a week to start with — we're closing out July in style as the city's beloved Citywide Yard Sale takes over neighborhoods on Saturday, festival season hits full stride across North Central West Virginia, and there's still plenty of summer left to soak up before the back-to-school rush begins.
Heads up: Event details can change — dates, times, and locations are pulled from organizer announcements and local news, but please confirm with organizers before heading out. Summer schedules for recurring programs may vary.
★ This Week's Featured Event ★
Bridgeport Citywide Yard Sale
The whole town turns out for this one. Bridgeport's 11th annual citywide treasure hunt returns Saturday, with well over a hundred homes typically on the official participant list — and plenty more joining unofficially. Veterans start early (many sellers open before 8) and map their route the night before. Whether you're hunting furniture, kids' gear, or that one thing you didn't know you needed, this is the biggest community day of the summer. Registering your own sale? Email [email protected] to get on the city's list.
→ More info🗓 Week at a Glance
Mon · Jul 27
Bridgeport City Council Meeting
The council meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Meetings are open to the public — agendas are posted on the city site, and meetings stream live on the city's YouTube channel.
→ View agendaWed · Jul 29 · Free
AWANA Clubs at Grace Baptist Church
Free weekly kids' program for ages 3 through 6th grade with games, songs, and activities. Summer schedules can vary, so check with the church before you go.
→ More infoTue–Thu · Jul 28–30 · Free
Vacation Bible School at Bridgeport Presbyterian Church
A three-day adventure full of faith, food, and fun for kids. Contact the church for times and registration details.
→ More infoFri–Sat · Jul 31–Aug 1
WV Wildlife Center's 10th Annual Rendezvous Celebration
An immersive living-history experience spanning precolonial times through the Civil War era — reenactors, demonstrations, and the Wildlife Center's resident animals. A fun day trip about an hour south of Bridgeport.
→ More infoFri–Sun · Jul 31–Aug 2
Stonewood Firefighter's Festival
A hometown classic hosted by the Stonewood Volunteer Fire Department — food, rides, and community fun all weekend, all supporting local firefighters. The Children's Pageant kicks things off Friday at 4 PM (8081 Plainwood Ave).
→ More infoFri–Sun · Jul 31–Aug 2
Ritchie County Fair & Expo
Classic county-fair fun — livestock, rides, food, and entertainment. Worth the drive if you're chasing that summer fair feeling before the season winds down. Sources list slightly different run dates, so check the fair's site for the day-by-day schedule.
→ More infoSat · Aug 1 · ★ Featured
Bridgeport Citywide Yard Sale
The city's 11th annual treasure hunt! Over a hundred homes typically participate, with an official participant list released by the city. Many sellers start early and stay open late — grab coffee and make a morning of it. To register your home, email [email protected].
→ More infoSat · Aug 1 · Free
Shindy Music Festival
A free one-day festival just up Route 19 celebrating West Virginia's original music — local and regional acts, local food, and small-town festival energy.
→ More infoSat · Aug 1
Mitchell Tenpenny — Clarksburg Amphitheater
Country hitmaker Mitchell Tenpenny brings his latest album The 3rd to the 2,000-seat amphitheater. General admission $38, reserved $52, premium $65 — or purchase by phone via the parks office at 304-624-1655.
→ Get ticketsSat · Aug 1
Baseball Tournament at The Bridge
Tournament play brings teams to town — check the complex's calendar for schedule details, and expect a lively atmosphere around the facility.
→ More infoSat · Aug 1
Kickball Tournament Honoring Homeless Veterans
American Legion Post 330 and MAKL host a kickball tournament supporting homeless veterans — a feel-good way to spend a Saturday morning about 40 minutes up I-79.
→ More infoSun · Aug 2 · Free
Bridgeport Farmers & Makers Market
Every Sunday through October 11 — local produce, handmade goods, family activities, and community programming. Free to browse, and the perfect low-key Sunday outing.
→ More info👨👩👧 Family Corner
All Week · Ongoing
The Bridge Sports Complex
Pools, courts, and Clip 'n Climb — a reliable beat-the-heat option for kids of all ages. Note: the pool is scheduled to close temporarily starting August 17, so get those swim days in now.
→ See this week's scheduleAll Week · Free
Bridgeport Public Library — Summer Programs
Free ongoing summer programming for kids, teens, and adults — story times, crafts, and summer reading rewards continue through August. Check the events calendar for this week's lineup.
→ See this week's eventsWeekends · Ongoing
The Starving Artist Studio — Paint Classes
Acrylic paint classes for ages 6 and up, plus family paint sessions and kids' summer art activities. Class schedules vary — check ahead for this weekend's offerings.
→ More info🍻 Weekend Picks
Sat · Aug 1 · ★ Top Pick
Yard Sale Morning + Festival Afternoon
Our pick for the perfect Saturday: hit the Citywide Yard Sale early for the best finds, then spend the afternoon at the Stonewood Firefighter's Festival or catch live music at Shindy in Shinnston.
→ More infoFri–Sat
Live Music at Meagher's Irish Pub
Bridgeport's favorite Irish pub features live music most weekends, plus a solid menu and rotating taps. Check their Facebook page for this weekend's lineup.
→ More infoSat–Sun
Day Trip: Rendezvous at the Wildlife Center
History buffs, this one's for you — muzzleloaders, period camps, and craft demonstrations at one of the state's most unique venues. Saturday is the final day.
→ More info📆 4-Week Look Ahead
Aug 7 · Fri
Southern Momma & Friends Comedy Tour — Robinson Grand
Country comedy comes to downtown Clarksburg, just a short drive away. 7:30 PM at the historic Robinson Grand.
→ Get ticketsAug 7–8 · Fri–Sat
Jesus Fest — Clarksburg
Free two-day festival of faith-based music and community fellowship in Clarksburg.
→ More infoAug 12–15 · Wed–Sat
Doddridge County Fair — West Union
Another chance at county-fair season: rides, livestock, and fair food about 30 minutes west.
→ More infoAug 14 · Fri
Live at the Robinson Grand — Clarksburg
An 8:00 PM show at the Robinson Grand — check the venue calendar for the full lineup and ticket details.
→ Get ticketsAug 17 · Mon
New Pickleball Courts Open at Veterans Park
Bridgeport's brand-new pickleball courts, under construction all summer, are scheduled to open. (Same day, The Bridge's pool closes temporarily.)
→ More infoAug 22 · Sat
Hollywood Nights: Bob Seger Experience — Palatine Park
Free summer-finale concert in Fairmont — two full sets of Bob Seger's biggest hits along the Monongahela River.
→ More info📌 Always Good to Know
- City Council meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 PM, City Hall, 515 W Main St — agendas here.
- The Bridge Sports Complex is open year-round — pools, courts, Clip 'n Climb, and fitness.
- Bridgeport Public Library runs free programs all year for every age.
- Bridgeport Farmers & Makers Market — Sundays 10 AM–1 PM at Charles Pointe through Oct 11.
- Clarksburg Farmers Market — Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM in the Tractor Supply Co. parking lot.
- AWANA Clubs — Wednesdays at Grace Baptist Church, ages 3–6th grade, free.
- The Robinson Grand in Clarksburg posts new shows regularly — a short drive for big-stage entertainment.