To kick off the festival on Friday night, the West Virginia State Championship Firemen's Rodeo is held.  Fire departments from all over the state complete in such events as the bucket brigade and Firemen's Challenge.  Trophies are awarded to both individuals and team winners.  A Firemen's Challenge is an event that tests the actual fire-fighting skills in a race against others and the clock.

2012 Miss Woodchip Pageant May 13th, 2012 @ 4 p.m.