Welcome to "Off the Eaten Path," where we venture beyond the usual tourist spots to uncover the most delightful grills and eateries tucked away in Harlan County’s scenic corners. Each of these hidden gems offers a unique culinary experience, making them perfect stops for food enthusiasts exploring Read more about Off the Eaten Path: Discover Hidden Culinary Gems in the form of Local Grills
She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County
Tourism in Harlan County has become one of the major drivers of our economy and on International Women’s Day, we wanted to take a second and recognize some of the incredible leadership, business owners, civic leaders, restauranteurs, and more that are currently shaping the tourism landscape in Read more about She Leads: Celebrating Female Leaders Who Help Shape Tourism in Harlan County
Harlan County Shop Local Holiday Guide
Harlan County Shop Local Guide - Christmas 2023 Embrace the Magic of Christmas in Appalachia As the holiday season approaches, let's cherish the unique charm of Harlan County & Appalachia. This Christmas, we invite you to experience the warmth and joy of our local community. From the Read more about Harlan County Shop Local Holiday Guide
Downtown Harlan Pop Up Shops
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Unique Finds at Harlan Center's Pop-Up Shops! Find the Perfect Gift at Our Daily Pop-Up Shops! We're thrilled to announce an exciting holiday shopping experience coming your way! This festive season, the Harlan Center Upstairs Gallery is transforming into a Read more about Downtown Harlan Pop Up Shops
The Ultimate Guide to Fall Events in Harlan County:
From family friendly pumpkin patches to horrifying haunted houses, Harlan County offers it all in the fall! We’ve organized upcoming local events here by date so that you won’t miss a minute of the fun… SEPTEMBER Saturday September 9 Water Lantern Festival at Kingdom Come State Park- See Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Fall Events in Harlan County:
10 Ways to Spend Your 4th of July in Harlan County
Independence Day is celebrated best in the deep dark hills of Harlan County. The way that our fireworks light up on the side of our gorgeous Appalachian mountains with explosions of color is truly unmatched. From our Fourth of July parade to more intimate family gatherings, there is something out Read more about 10 Ways to Spend Your 4th of July in Harlan County
Dog Friendly Adventures in Harlan County
If you are like us, we love taking adventures with our furriest friend and Harlan County offers a wide variety of pet friendly activities! Load up some water, treats, you and your best boy or girl and find out all of the adventures awaiting you in Harlan County! Read more about Dog Friendly Adventures in Harlan County
How to Cool Off This Summer in Harlan, KY!
How to cool off this summer in Harlan, Kentucky As the summer heat begins to set in this summer, we have a few tips and tricks of how you can beat the heat while having a ton of fun in Harlan County! Some of our favorite ways to cool off in the summer are: Read more about How to Cool Off This Summer in Harlan, KY!
Kentucky’s Largest Old Growth Forest
Did you know that 1 of 13 remaining large old-growth forests is located in Harlan County? In fact, there are only a handful of old growth forests in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and Blanton Forest happens to be the largest but it is also one of the largest in the Eastern United States! This means Read more about Kentucky’s Largest Old Growth Forest
223 Things to Do in Harlan County in 2023
Harlan County's tag line is "Where the Adventure Begins" because every where you look an adventure is waiting on you. Start planning your adventures in Harlan County with the following list of 223 things to do in Harlan County in 2023. This list has attractions, festivals, events, retail shops, Read more about 223 Things to Do in Harlan County in 2023