Welcome to Harlan County, where thereās always something exciting going on! Whether youāre 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, weāve got you covered. Harlan County is a place of celebration, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
We like to think weāre 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 itās a new thing we havenāt heard about yet. Whatever the reason, we donāt want to miss out, and neither do you! Got an event youāre 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, weāll happily add it to our calendar. Weāre all about community and tourism events that bring people together.
So, letās make every day a reason to celebrate in Harlan County. Share your event, and letās fill our calendar with fun for everyone!
Celebrate Independence Day on July 3rd in Downtown Cumberland!
Line Main Street as this patriotic parade marks the opening of the Fourth Fest at the Harlan Center. Join the parade by entering your club, business, church, or group! You'll find the application here: 4th of July Parade Application 2024
Celebrate Independence Day in Evarts Kentucky with a parade and fireworks!
Join us for some "fun on the run" at Kentucky's highest in elevation state park! Participants will make laps equivalent to a 5k through the park's shelter loop. Awards will be given for each age division. Make sure you come prepared to be doused with colored powder and gel as you walk/run through the park!Read more about Paint the Park 5K
Thursday Spray & Play is coming to the Harlan Center this July! Bring the kids for FREE play on water inflatables! There will be food trucks on site for a quick and easy lunch as well as treats. Each week, the first 50 children will receive a free small snow cone! Join us from 10Read more about Thursday Spray & Play
English Creek Stables at Baxter Kentucky offers weekly pony rides weather permitting. No reservations are necessary. See a real working stable and learn more about horses! There is no age limit so all are welcome!
Thursday Spray & Play is coming to the Harlan Center this July! Bring the kids for FREE play on water inflatables! There will be food trucks on site for a quick and easy lunch as well as treats. Each week, the first 50 children will receive a free small snow cone! Join us from 10Read more about Thursday Spray & Play
English Creek Stables at Baxter Kentucky offers weekly pony rides weather permitting. No reservations are necessary. See a real working stable and learn more about horses! There is no age limit so all are welcome!
Thursday Spray & Play is coming to the Harlan Center this July! Bring the kids for FREE play on water inflatables! There will be food trucks on site for a quick and easy lunch as well as treats. Each week, the first 50 children will receive a free small snow cone! Join us from 10Read more about Thursday Spray & Play
English Creek Stables at Baxter Kentucky offers weekly pony rides weather permitting. No reservations are necessary. See a real working stable and learn more about horses! There is no age limit so all are welcome!
MAMAW Fest: Mountains of Appalachian Music Arts and Wellness FestivalĀ will take placeĀ beginning at 6:00pmĀ on July 27thĀ on the streets of downtown Harlan. A celebration of community care, the day will feature local artists, vendors, musicians, and healthcare providers and culminate in an evening performance ofĀ Angels Unaware,Ā the 10th theater production of local arts collective Higher Groundāwritten, performed,Read more about Mamaw Festival: Mountain of Appalachia Music, Arts, & Wellness Festival
English Creek Stables at Baxter Kentucky offers weekly pony rides weather permitting. No reservations are necessary. See a real working stable and learn more about horses! There is no age limit so all are welcome!