This Christmas, you can give your loved ones memories that will last a lifetime. We've put together a few ideas for Harlan County experiences that your family will be talking about for years to come!Black Mountain Thunder Zipline Passes- You can fly across Harlan County without a sleigh or a team or Read more about 7 Harlan County Experiences You Can Gift This Christmas
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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
(out of the) HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The only feeling better than welcoming your family into your home for Thanksgiving is the feeling of peace & quiet after everyone has left for a fun activity together! Here's some of our favorite ways to enjoy the Thanksgiving weekend in Harlan County... The Festival of the Mountain Read more about (out of the) HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The Last Weekend of Spooky Season
It's been a season filled with the ghostly, ghastly, and ghoulish but all spooky things must come to an end. As we approach the last weekend of spooky season in Harlan County, we've put together a list of all the frightening fun happening this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday so you can make enjoy every Read more about The Last Weekend of Spooky Season
Plan Your Picture Perfect Day at Downtown Harlan’s Vintage Fall Festival
Downtown Harlan's Vintage Fall Festival returns for its second year of fall activities for the whole family. You'll find all the fun on First Street on October 21st beginning at 1 p.m. Here's some highlights you won't want to miss!Live Performances- The day kicks off with toe tapping bluegrass music Read more about Plan Your Picture Perfect Day at Downtown Harlan’s Vintage Fall Festival
Haunted Harlan County
You may have heard that "You'll never leave Harlan alive" but there are some chilling stories that suggest that some of Harlan County's residents never left even after they died. Here are a few Harlan County ghost stories to keep you up at night... Red Dog Road The Legend: In the 1930s, Read more about Haunted Harlan County
10 Ways to Make the Most Out of Fall in Harlan County
Nothing beats autumn in Appalachia! We've made a list of 10 things you must do to make the most out of fall in Harlan County! -Visit The Apple Tree- High near the summit of Kentucky's tallest peak, the Creech family's orchard produces beautiful produce. Their store along Hwy 119 in Cumberland Read more about 10 Ways to Make the Most Out of Fall in Harlan County
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:
What’s New in Harlan County?
If you haven't visited Harlan County since last Labor Day, you'll find new businesses and features that have come to our community in the past year! Here are a few you may want to check out...-The Harlan County Beer Company- Enjoy Harlan County's first (legal) brew across from the Harlan County Read more about What’s New in Harlan County?