FallFest 2025 at WVU spotlights local talent with Sierra Ferrell headlining
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University’s FallFest 2025 is set for Monday night at the Rec Center Fields on the Evansdale campus, featuring Sierra Ferrell as the headliner along with Seneca and DJ Max Clark from U92 The Moose. The event leans heavily on local talent and campus involvement.
What to know
– Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Gate A is at the Rec Center Tennis Courts; Gate B at the Towers PRT station exit; Gate C along Kittie Blakemore Drive between the Student Rec Center and the Student Health and Education Building. Performances start at 7 p.m.
– WVU student IDs will be swiped at entry. Students with valid IDs may bring one guest aged 17 or older. Guests do not need tickets but must show proof of age.
– Security and policies: metal detectors will be in use, and the clear bag policy will be enforced. Acceptable bags include clear plastic/vinyl/PVC up to 12” x 6” x 12”; small clutch bags up to about 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a strap; and one-gallon clear plastic bags.
– Transportation: buses will shuttle between the Mountainlair and the Braxton Tower portico from 6 p.m. until one hour after the concert; the PRT will run until one hour after it ends.
– Prohibited items: no smoking (Tobacco and Smoke Free Campus), weapons, glow sticks, selfie sticks, professional cameras, video or audio recording devices, coolers, or hard containers.
– The event is rain-or-shine and produced by WVU Arts and Entertainment.
Additional context and value
– The lineup emphasizes local and student-driven talent, offering a chance for campus and Morgantown residents to engage with rising artists in an intimate setting.
– Attendees can plan ahead for gate locations, transport, and bag rules to ensure smooth entry and enjoyment of the performances.
– The event underscores WVU’s commitment to campus life and live music, providing a platform for student performers such as Seneca to share the stage with a nationally recognized headliner.
Positive outlook
– FallFest presents a vibrant kickoff to the school year, fostering community, student involvement, and local culture while providing a safe, structured environment for entertainment on campus.