2025 Festival Sponsors

  • Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center

    The Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center is a fully restored, renovated, and historically preserved theatre that dates back to 1913.  Nestled in the foothills of Clarksburg, West Virginia, the RGPAC offers a vibrant, diverse array of productions and programs that engage seniors, adults, teens, children, schools, and community organizations.

  • MVB Bank (Lanyard Sponsor)

    MVB began in 1999 in Fairmont, West Virginia, as a small, community bank with seven Team Members. Throughout the years, strong asset quality and loan growth have enabled MVB to flourish. Our commitment to embracing Fintech and strategically evolving our business model have yielded tremendous results, empowering MVB to thrive. 

  • Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation

    The Foundation’s mission is to encourage human development in West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania through strategically placed charitable resources.

  • WV Film

    Whether you’re looking for the perfect location for your next film project, or you’re a crew member ready to undertake your next project, we’re here for you.

  • The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County

    The Cultural Foundation of Harrison County is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the community by cultivating a thriving arts scene. We champion the creation and appreciation of diverse artistic expressions, while fueling artistic, cultural, and economic growth throughout the region.

  • Fairmont State University

    In collaboration with Fairmont State University their support will allow any FSU students to attend the festival for free.

  • Stone Tower Brews

    Our official food vendor for the festival. Be on the look out for an amazing menu!

  • Short Story Brewing

    Short Story Brewing was founded in 2017 with  a mission to offer craft beer in a community-forward space.  We started with brewery operations and a taproom in  our hometown of Rivesville, WV and have since grown to operate taprooms in Morgantown, WV; and Charleston, WV; and Deep Creek Lake, MD.

  • The Morris

    The Morris is not the usual boring hotel ballroom typical for most weddings. If you are looking for special, this place is it. We have the space for you to host everything here, from ceremony to reception to dancing, and all of it in a timeless atmosphere set up the way you want it.

  • WVU Medicine: United Hospital Center

  • ARTHOUSE

    Our official art gallery partner.

  • West Virginia Filmmakers Guild

    We’re so excited to have the WV Filmmakers Guild sponsoring our filmmaker brunch on Sunday October 5th.

  • Hilton Garden Inn

    Our official host lodging for the 2025 festival.

  • Agency LMC

    Since 2014, our clients have turned to us for expert services in advertising, marketing, public relations, and social media management, and we’ve tailored to clients of all sizes and budgets.

  • Cardinal Creative

    At Cardinal Creative, we believe that personal storytelling and a genuine appreciation for people are at the heart of all successful marketing campaigns, creating authentic connections that resonate.

  • Two Two Eight Gallery

    An independently run art gallery located in the heart of Fairmont West Virginia, presented by Tadlocka Studios.

  • M&S Consulting

    Done. Better. Together.

  • Hawk Hill Pictures

    Hawk Hill Pictures passionately champions impactful, inspirational films, dedicated to quality storytelling that leaves a lasting impression. With a fervent commitment to creating positive change, we invite audiences of all ages to embark on cinematic journeys that deeply resonate with the human spirit.