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Hurricane has achieved many recognitions like being named the Best Place to Raise a Family in West Virginia by Bloomberg Businessweek. It’s also home to a U.S. Top 50 Playground from Early Childhood Education Zone.
Hurricane is the perfect place for families to reside and travelers to visit!
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Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza – October 25, 2026
Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza – October 25, 2026
Join us for lots of pumpkin carving fun! This year we are back at Hurricane City Park on a Sunday afternoon – beginning at 3pm! We’ll have 500 free pumpkins and carving tools and prizes will be awarded to the best pumpkin in each of 4 age categories. The fun...
Haunted Hurricane Bridge — October 30 and 31, 2026
Haunted Hurricane Bridge — October 30 and 31, 2026
Discover the haunted side of Hurricane Bridge Park from 6:30-9:30pm on October 30th and 31st! Admission is free. Enter on the Main Street side of the park. Beware: uneven ground and scares will abound! You also may encounter tight spaces and strobe/flashing-style lights...
Citywide Trick or Treat – October 31, 2026
Citywide Trick or Treat – October 31, 2026
Traditional citywide trick or treat night is Saturday, October 31st from 6-8 pm.
Letters for Santa
Letters for Santa
Main Street is home to a special red mailbox where kids can drop off letters to be delivered to the North Pole. Be sure to include a self-addressed, stamped envelope so Santa can write back!
Christmas Parade — December 12, 2026
Christmas Parade — December 12, 2026
Hurricane’s festive Christmas parade is a yearly tradition! The parade steps off at noon, but a lot of pre-parade fun is in store also. Stay tuned for more details as well as the parade theme announcement! Registration is open now. Click here to apply and advertise yo...
Message From the Mayor
As Mayor of the City of Hurricane, welcome to one of the most progressive communities in the state with many amenities such as indoor/outdoor recreation, parks, retail shopping, entertainment, and a business climate that is second to none. The City of Hurricane was ranked the 2nd fastest-growing community for the past ten years according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The City continues to strive in providing its residents and businesses with top-notch services and infrastructure to succeed. Our path forward is not focused on today or tomorrow, but on how we can achieve our objectives and goals for the next 50 to 100 years. The City of Hurricane exemplifies great leadership, determination, and resourcefulness for a bright future.
REMINDER: Valley Park, WV's Fright Market event is coming up THIS THURSDAY, October 22 from 6-9pm.
This is the event for you if:
- You want your kids to have a safe trick or treat experience!🎃
- You love a good costume contest.🧛♂️
- You're missing food trucks.🍔
- You love shopping from local vendors.👜
- You enjoy live music!🎶 ...
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Early voting in Putnam County begins tomorrow: Wednesday, October 21, 2026. This year for the first time, the City of Hurricane candidates will appear on the county ballots for those who live in Hurricane city limits. While Mayor and Recorder are unopposed races, the following is a list of candidates for City Council as they will appear on the ballot. You can vote for 5. More details about the election and early voting opportunities are also below. ...
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Coming up on SUNDAY, October 25th at Hurricane City Park is our annual Pumpkin Carving event presented by Walker Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Hurricane! Why is it called an "Extravaganza" you may be thinking? Well, it's because in addition to 500 free pumpkins 🎃to carve (with PRIZES for winners!), we'll also have extra fun like:
☕️ Free hot chocolate and s'mores (while supplies last) thanks to our friends at Huntington Federal Savings Bank.
🐴 3 miniature horses to visit from Itty Bitty Therapy - Horses Bringing Happiness, Hope and Healing - thanks to our friends from Highley Blessed Realty LLC.
👾 An inflatable costume race beginning at 5pm with prizes - thanks to our friends at West Virginia Nursing Network Infusion Services, LLC.
🥤 PLUS, if you need your caffeine fix, Caffeine & Chaos will join us with all their awesome dirty soda, lemonades, energy drinks and more available for purchase.
There's so much fun in store at Hurricane City Park this Sunday afternoon. 🎉 Don't miss out!! 🎃 Be sure you follow our event page: City of Hurricane Pumpkin Carving Extravaganza 2026. ...
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⭐ REMINDER: The 2026 City of Hurricane Christmas Blessings program is open now through November 4th. ⭐
Applications from families in need who live in Putnam County will be accepted through Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
You can find all the details about how to apply and who is eligible to apply at the following link: hurricanewv.com/christmas-blessings-program/
🎁 We also need SPONSORS! Click that same link to for details on how to sponsor a child or contribute financially.
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Discover the haunted side of Hurricane Bridge Park from 6:30-9:30pm on October 30th and October 31st at our Haunted Hurricane Bridge Park event! Enter on the Main Street side of the park. Beware: uneven ground and scares will abound! You also may encounter tight spaces and strobe/flashing-style lights. You know your kids best, but our recommended age is 10 and up. Admission is FREE!
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