Harlan County
Where the adventure begins
Welcome to Harlan County, where there’s always something exciting going on! Whether you’re here for our biggest party of the year at the Poke Sallet Festival or looking to get a little dirty at thrilling off-road events like the Southern Shine Crawl or the Fall Crawl, we’ve got you covered. Harlan County is a place of celebration, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
We like to think we’re on top of all the fun stuff happening around here, but now and then, a cool event might sneak by us. Maybe we missed it in our social feeds, or it’s a new thing we haven’t heard about yet. Whatever the reason, we don’t want to miss out, and neither do you! Got an event you’re excited about? Shoot us an email at harlantourism@gmail.com or send us a message on our facebook page at Visit Harlan County. As long as it meets our parameters, we’ll happily add it to our calendar. We’re all about community and tourism events that bring people together.
So, let’s make every day a reason to celebrate in Harlan County. Share your event, and let’s fill our calendar with fun for everyone!
The historic Benham Theater is transforming into a terrifying haunted house of clowns. Admission is $5 to enter. While you're in Benham, double your horror by visiting the Haunted Zombie Train Trail at the Coal Miner Memorial Trail.
A zombie outbreak has occurred and the train is the escape! Creatures of the night have descended onto Benham to prevent your escape. Will you survive? There will be a choice in the story to continue like the haunted walk or to remain on the train for those who do not wish to walk. AdmissionRead more about Haunted Zombie Train Trail
Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Downtown Harlan for Trick or Treat on Main! Collect treats from generous local businesses as you celebrate Halloween! Halloween-Thursday October 31st 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Participating businesses will be marked with a balloon. If your Downtown Harlan business would like to participate, please contact us at (606)Read more about Trick or Treat on Main
Explore the Jack-O-Lantern trail with over 200 lit Jack-O-Lanterns. It's an easy walk with no jump scares or horror elements so it's perfect for all ages! Children 17 & under are free. There is a suggested donation of $5 for Adults.
The scariest experience under earth! Tours run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. $8 admission.
The historic Benham Theater is transforming into a terrifying haunted house of clowns. Admission is $5 to enter. While you're in Benham, double your horror by visiting the Haunted Zombie Train Trail at the Coal Miner Memorial Trail.
A zombie outbreak has occurred and the train is the escape! Creatures of the night have descended onto Benham to prevent your escape. Will you survive? There will be a choice in the story to continue like the haunted walk or to remain on the train for those who do not wish to walk. AdmissionRead more about Haunted Zombie Train Trail
The leaves aren’t the only fall colors shining bright at Kingdom Come State Park. Thousands of lights, hundreds of scarecrows, and other fall decorations await you every weekend through Thanksgiving as you play your way through the mountainside mini golf course at Kingdom Come. Don’t miss the hot chocolate, music, and memories just waiting toRead more about The Leaves Are Lit Mini-Golf
This 4 man 18 hole scramble is awarding $6,000 in prize money! Assemble your elite team and win big money!
The historic Benham Theater is transforming into a terrifying haunted house of clowns. Admission is $5 to enter. While you're in Benham, double your horror by visiting the Haunted Zombie Train Trail at the Coal Miner Memorial Trail.
A zombie outbreak has occurred and the train is the escape! Creatures of the night have descended onto Benham to prevent your escape. Will you survive? There will be a choice in the story to continue like the haunted walk or to remain on the train for those who do not wish to walk. AdmissionRead more about Haunted Zombie Train Trail
We would like to announce that as long as the weather permits we will be hosting our last yard sale in the park for the season on November 2nd, 2024 at the Burl Fee Memorial Park & Playground. You do not have to register for this. All you have to do is show up andRead more about Evarts Yard Sale
