Cheat Fest
Cheat Fest, also called the Cheat River Festival, is the annual music and river festival held on the grounds in Albright, Preston County, West Virginia. Its 2027 edition is set for Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, 2027, according to the official website. The festival is the main fundraiser of Friends of the Cheat, so it suits families, boaters, music fans and river supporters. The one thing to know is that ticket prices were not listed on the page reviewed on October 15, 2026, so check before you go.
| Question visitors ask | When is Cheat Fest 2027 and how much are tickets? |
|---|---|
| County | Preston County |
| Official site | cheatfest.org |
When is Cheat Fest 2027?
The official Cheat Fest website lists the 2027 Cheat River Festival for Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, 2027, in Albright, West Virginia. The Friday schedule runs from 5:30 to 10:00 PM, and the Saturday schedule runs from 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The site says the festival runs rain or shine.
The 2026 festival has already taken place, so the dates above are for the next edition. Check before you go, because the schedule can change before the event.
How much does Cheat Fest cost, and is admission free for children?
The official Cheat Fest website says children under twelve get in free. The page reviewed on October 15, 2026, did not list adult ticket prices, so check before you go for current admission costs.
The Kid's Tent, a hands-on activity area for children, is open on Saturday from noon to 5:00 PM, according to the same website.
What happens at Cheat Fest?
The official Cheat Fest website describes bands from across Appalachia playing live music, an Art Market, nonprofit partners that share the mission of Friends of the Cheat, and food and merchandise vendors. Every dollar raised at Cheat Fest goes to Friends of the Cheat's work protecting, restoring and celebrating the Cheat River watershed, according to the site.
The festival also collects non-perishable food donations for its annual Cheat Fest Food Drive. Donations are dropped off at the Info Booth during the festival.
Cheat Fest: questions visitors ask
When is Cheat Fest 2027 and how much are tickets?
Cheat Fest 2027 is scheduled for Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, 2027, in Albright, West Virginia, according to the official website. The page reviewed on October 15, 2026, did not list ticket prices, so check before you go.
Is Cheat Fest free for children?
Children under twelve get in free, according to the official Cheat Fest website. Adult admission was not listed on the page reviewed on October 15, 2026.
What are the Cheat Fest hours in 2027?
The official website lists Friday, April 30, 2027, from 5:30 to 10:00 PM, and Saturday, May 1, 2027, from 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Check before you go, since schedules can change.
Where is Cheat Fest held?
Cheat Fest is held on the festival grounds in Albright, West Virginia, in Preston County, according to the official website.
Who runs Cheat Fest and where does the money go?
Friends of the Cheat runs Cheat Fest. The official website says the festival is its largest annual fundraiser, and proceeds support watershed restoration projects and the organization's year-round operations.
Is there a Kid's Tent at Cheat Fest?
Yes. The official website says the Kid's Tent runs from noon to 5:00 PM on Saturday with hands-on activities and creative play for children.
Is there a food drive at Cheat Fest?
Yes. The official website asks visitors to bring a non-perishable food item to the annual Cheat Fest Food Drive, which is dropped off at the Info Booth during the festival.
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