WV COALFIELDS COOKOFF
WV KCBS State Championship
June 09 & 10, 2023
Welch, WV
(304)-693-2499
Get Your "GRUBB" On!
SAFETY
Security:
When you enter the festival grounds, you are subject to a search of your person, including handbags or backpacks. If you object to a search, DO NOT ENTER.
First Aid:
EMT's, provided by TBA, will be located at the event headquarters from 10am – 7pm.
Handicapped parking areas:
Handicapped parking areas are available. Inquire upon entry as to the location.
Lost and Found:
Will be located at the event headquarters from 10am – 7pm.
No Pets On-Site
Only Service Dogs will be allowed.
FACILITIES
Kids Korner:
Lots of fun activities are available in the “Kids Korner”
Festival favorites like face painting, balloon animals and the moon bounce will offer family fun!
Coolers/Outside Food and Drink:
Outside Food and Drink are not permitted at the festival. Water stations will be available.
Lodging:
Welch offers hotels in downtown and several cabins and B&B's. For alternate choices, visit the lodging page of the McDowell County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Restrooms:
Porta Potties are available onsite for necessary business.
Ice:
Ice is available for purchase.
Blankets/Chairs/etc:
Blankets and lawn chairs are welcomed. Tables and chairs are available near the vendor concessions.
Free Weekend Parking Downtown
Parking is now complimentary on the weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) at the Welch Parking Garage. Come enjoy downtown with safe, accessible parking...movies, shopping, the park and more!
RULES
All bags and persons subject to search.
Anyone on the grounds must have a valid wristband.
No animals or pets are allowed.(Valid service dogs are allowed.)
No coolers.
No bicycles, skateboards, scooters, or rollerblades.
No radios or amplifications.
No distribution of literature or solicitation.
Anyone drinking beer must have a valid “over 21” handstamp.
Anyone breaking these rules will be asked to leave the event by security.