West Virginia University says it will hold a Coal Rush celebration from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, in front of the Mountainlair in Morgantown, as the Mountaineers prepare to face the Arizona Wildcats.
According to the university announcement, the football game is scheduled for noon Saturday, Oct. 10, at Milan Puskar Stadium. The celebration will take place two days earlier in front of the Mountainlair, the announcement says.
WVU says visitors can spend time with the Mountaineer mascot, shop for official gear at a WVU Bookstore pop-up shop and play games. The event will also include a Coal Rush photo opportunity, music and food trucks, according to the university.
The announcement lists the celebration’s hours as 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday and gives its location as in front of the Mountainlair. It does not specify a cost or provide a contact for questions.