Welcome To Charleston, West Virginia

The Cultural, Recreational, and Business Capital of the Appalachian Mountains

Greetings from Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin

Welcome to the City of Charleston, West Virginia, where our people are known for genuine hospitality and follow their passions to make our city a great place to live, visit and invest in the future. Charleston is the capital city of West Virginia, and our elected leaders and citizens work every day to develop our city as the cultural, recreational and business capital of the Appalachian Mountain region.

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin

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Recent News

LIVE ON THE LEVEE, PRESENTED BY MOSES AUTO GROUP, RETURNS WITH 10-NIGHT CONCERT SERIES FOR 2026

Thursday, May 7, 2026

The City of Charleston today announced the entertainment lineup for the 2026 Live on the Levee, presented by Moses Auto Group. The free concert series returns this summer with a 10-night run, bringing live music back to the Schoenbaum Stage at Haddad Riverfront Park from May 22 through July 31.

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MAYOR GOODWIN ISSUES STATEMENT ON PASSING OF REVEREND JIM LEWIS

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin issued the following statement regarding the passing of Reverend Jim Lewis.

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY PLAN AHEAD FOR THE UC MARATHON: ROAD CLOSURES & TRAFFIC INFO

Friday, April 3, 2026

The University of Charleston Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 12, beginning at 7 a.m., bringing runners and spectators together across Charleston. Motorists traveling the morning of the race—especially those commuting across or near the race route—are encouraged to leave a little earlier than usual and plan alternate routes when possible.

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MAYOR’S SUMMER YOUTH JOBS PROGRAM APPLICATIONS OPEN APRIL 6

Friday, April 3, 2026

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin announced that the City of Charleston will be accepting applications for the 2026 Mayor’s Summer Youth Jobs Program (MSYJP), an initiative designed to provide young people with meaningful work experience, skill-building opportunities, and exposure to careers in public service.