Events

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!

Kingdom Come State Park Easter Eggstravaganza

Kingdom Come State Park 502 Park Rd, Cumberland, United States

Walk or golf your way through the mini-golf course featuring lights, music, and more! Collect treats and gifts throughout the course and be sure to keep an eye out for our special friend hopping around!

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Hippity-Hop Mini Golf

Kingdom Come State Park 502 Park Rd, Cumberland, United States

We are ready to hop on into Spring, and what better way than enjoying a round or two of Hippity-Hop Mini Golf! Enjoy Easter-themed lights and music on our 9-hole mini golf course, guaranteeing a egg-stra fun time! Hippity-Hop Mini Golf is only scheduled for two weekends, so be sure to mark your calendars andRead more about Hippity-Hop Mini Golf

Mountain Market

The Harlan Center 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Handmade crafts, unique finds, and second hand treasures await you at the Mountain Market. This event, held in conjunction with the Harlan County Jeep Crawl, will take place inside the Harlan Center so that visitors can enjoy the market inside as well as the Jeep Crawl festivities outside! For more information on being a vendorRead more about Mountain Market

Cornhole Tournament

Bicentennial Stage 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Enjoy a fun day playing Cornhole at the Harlan County Jeep Crawl while winning cash prizes and raising money for the Cumberland Valley Children's Advocacy Center. Play begins at 1 p.m. on April 29th.

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Summer Under the Stars

Courthouse Lawn 129 S. 1st Street, Harlan, KY, United States

Enjoy a family friend movie with free snacks on the Courthouse Lawn at 9 p.m. in Downtown Harlan.

2023 Miss Harlan County Scholarship Pageant

Harlan Elementary School 420 E. Central St., Harlan, KY, United States

Celebrate the kick off of the 68th Annual Poke Sallet Festival with the crowning of the 2023 Miss Harlan County! The scholarship pageant will be held at Harlan Elementary School on Tuesday May 30th. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the pageant beginning at 6:30 p.m.

68th Annual Poke Sallet Festival

Downtown Harlan 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Visit Downtown Harlan and enjoy live music, a carnival, vendors, food trucks, and so much more during the Poke Sallet Festival!

Stephen McWhirter at the Poke Sallet Festival

Bicentennial Stage 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Stephen McWhirter is a worship leader, songwriter, recording artist and speaker. His testimony of Jesus taking Him from addiction to redemption is a central part of his ministry. Formally, a member of the worship collective, Iron Bell Music (which was signed to Sony, Essential Worship), today he is a writer and artist with Lula StreetRead more about Stephen McWhirter at the Poke Sallet Festival

Resurrection: Journey Tribute Band at the Poke Sallet Festival

Bicentennial Stage 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Resurrection - A Journey Tribute, considered to be 'The Gold Standard' by which all Journey tributes are measured, faithfully recreates the experience of a 1980-era Journey concert. This dynamic and energetic band has featured some of Nashville's hottest musicians, many of whom have performed, written, or recorded with the biggest names in the music industryRead more about Resurrection: Journey Tribute Band at the Poke Sallet Festival

Poke Sallet Festival Car Show

Harlan County Courthouse 210 E. Central St., Harlan, KY, United States

Join us for the Poke Sallet Festival Car Show located at the Harlan County Courthouse during the 68th Annual Poke Sallet Festival hosted by the Harlan County Christian School! Registration begins at 10AM on Saturday June 3, 2023. You can find more details about the Poke Sallet Festival at www.pokesalletfestival.com

Noah Thompson at the Poke Sallet Festival

Downtown Harlan 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

Louisa Kentucky's Noah Thompson, the 2022 winner of American Idol, will headline the 68th annual Poke Sallet Festival in downtown Harlan on Saturday June 3rd at 9:00p.m. The current American Idol winner embodies the spirit of Country music: overcoming adversity and the odds to achieve widespread acclaim and the hearts of millions! The 68th annualRead more about Noah Thompson at the Poke Sallet Festival

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Summer Under the Stars

Courthouse Lawn 129 S. 1st Street, Harlan, KY, United States

Enjoy a family friend movie with free snacks on the Courthouse Lawn at 9 p.m. in Downtown Harlan.