Photo Provided Carman Harman, as Uncle Sam, invites all to Arts in the Park in Bruce Park in New Martinsville, on Saturday, July 4, from noon until 4 p.m.

NEW MARTINSVILLE – The annual Arts in the Park Festival on July 4 will continue in 2026 at Bruce Park in New Martinsville.

The Saturday festivities will last from noon to 4 p.m. under the sponsorship of the New Martinsville Parks & Recreation Commission and ArtsLink. Don’t forget your lawn chair.

Carman Harman will serve again as master of ceremonies. Dan Henthorn will be singing the National Anthem. Arts and crafts demonstrations, along with exhibits by artists and craftspeople from Wetzel and Tyler counties in West Virginia and Monroe County, Ohio, will be featured.

There will be music throughout the afternoon by the Remedy Band. The New Martinsville Parks & Recreation Commission will provide frozen treats and cold beverages. All activities during the day are free. Magnolia Band Boosters food will also available for purchase. There will be lots of fun for children, too, including inflatables, games and prizes.

ArtsLink is committed to providing universal accessibility wherever possible. Persons with special needs may contact ArtsLink at 304-455-2278 to request assistance.

For further information, please contact ArtsLink at 304-455-2278.