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Clinch River Days Festival

The annual Clinch River Festival opens with a reception at St. Paul’s RR Museum.  Photography and art works of renowned local artists are exhibited and the Heart of Southwest Virginia Community Orchestra performs an outside concert on the lawn. For more information on Festival activities, check out the Clinch River Days website here.
 
 
 
 
Pickin' In The Park
The winter schedule for Pickin' In The Park is the 2nd Saturday - held inside at Oxbow Center. The outdoor sessions return to the Park Stage in May. The Town of St. Paul, St. Paul Tomorrow, the Oxbow Center and the Clinch River Farmers Market presents this free musical event for the entire region.  Local musicians are invited to show off their talents for the jam session.  Please register to perform by 5:30 pm in the lobby of the Oxbow Center or you may register in advance by calling (276) 762-5544.  Come and join us to listen and dance to the  fabulous music by our local artists.  There is no admission fee.
 
 

 

Christmas Bazaar

St. Paul's annual Christmas Bazaar is a great place to visit friends and neighbors while getting a little early shopping done. Bring your family and help us kick off the Holiday Season. There's sure to be something for everyone at the Bazaar!!!

 

 

Christmas Tree Lighting
Hot cocoa, caroling and pictures with Santa!  Plan to join your friends and neighbors at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting in downtown St. Paul.  The event typically takes place the first Friday in December.  Mark your calendars. Santa will arrive to hand out treats to all the kids and the Town will provide free hot chocolate, popcorn and cookies. 
 
   
Farmers' Market
The St. Paul Farmers' Market is a great place to find fresh local produce, homemade products, crafts, entertainment (for young and old), and friends.  

 
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Christmas Parade

The annual St. Paul Christmas Parade is the official event kicking off the Christmas Season here in St. Paul. Anyone interested in being in the parade can call Sharon Steele at 276-762-5257 or the Town Hall at 276-762-5297.    

 
 
 
 Russell County Fair

The Russell County Fair is a premiere event for SW Virginia.  Held at the fairgrounds in Castlewood, Virginia.  For more information about this year or future events check the official website at www.russellcountyfair.com for event, exhibit and entertainment venues.  From Bluegrass music to truck pulls, from bull riding and the demolition derby, then back to the carnival midway (with a whole lot of fun in between), there's something for everyone at the fair

 

 

Independence Day

Plan on spending the day in St. Paul with events for kids, refreshments, the Farmers' Market and much more. To end the day with a bang, enjoy the annual fireworks display.  Get your printable 2011 event brochure here.
 
 
Fall Arts Fest 
The Fall Arts Festival is held annually in September in downtown St. Paul.  Many activities and a day of fun is promised for one and all.  Activities typically included apple butter making, pumpkin painting for the kids, costume contests, pet costume contests, quilt show, face painting, pony rides, wood carving, crocheted items, painted glass and jewelry, fire truck rides, antique farm tools, wreaths, popcorn, storytelling, cake walk, and old time bluegrass music and a wooly worm contest.   
 
 
The Santa Train

Since 1943 the official arrival of the Christmas season has been marked by the shrill scream of a train whistle as the “Santa Special” makes its way from Shelby, Kentucky to Kingsport, Tennessee stopping along the way to deliver toys and other goodies to the crowds gathered at spots along the track.  In St. Paul, the train makes a stop next to the post office where our kids (and adults) swarm the caboose to get a glimpse at Santa and catch a goodie or two tossed into the crowd.  The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce and the Clinchfield Railroad are responsible for this continuing tradition.  For more information about the Santa Train and the current schedule, contact the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce or visit www.kingsportchamber.org. 

Also see the article by F. G. Stanley at www.dickensoncounty.net/santatrain.html.  

 
 
5.5K Run/Walk

 The Annual 5.5K Trail Challenge Run/Walk is held in May. The USA Track & Field (USATF) measured and certified the course for this race.  The course runs along the Sugar Hill Loop Trail beginning at Oxbow Lake dam.  Visit www.blueridgeraces.com or www.runtricities.org for more information about this and other local races, including entry forms, course maps and directions. Joyce Kilgore, Race Manager, may be reached at 276-971-6464 for additional information.

 

 
Appalachian Heritage Day

An annual experience held at St. Paul Elementary/High School celebrating the rich Appalachian culture and heritage. Demos by local artisans, local authors, mountain music, crafts, food and much more for young and old alike. And don't forget the hayrides!