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!
Experience a century old tradition by joining Pine Mountain Settlement School for their Fair Day & Sorghum Stir Off! Visit exhibits of local food and crafts, browse local vendors, and enjoy bluegrass and gospel music. Participate in the sorghum making process and then taste the result of your hard work!
You may have seen the Antique Nomad on YouTube but now's your chance to him live in Downtown Harlan. He'll be bringing his expertise on antiques to town. Bring a treasure and find out more about it including its value! The event is sponsored by your friends at Sassy Trash and will be held atRead more about 2nd Annual Antique Appraisal Fair
The Harlan County Christmas Parade rolls through Downtown Harlan on Saturday December 3 at 6 p.m.! Enjoy the lights, characters, and magic of the parade from Main St., Clover St., or Central St.! If you're interested in participating in the parade, you can find the application here: 2022Christmas Parade Application
Join us for this social engagement to celebrate and reflect on the contributions and achievements of the most dynamic African American of our time, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The guest speaker will be Rev. Ronnie Hampton of Great Mount Sinai Baptist Church in Lynch Kentucky, who will provide knowledge and information aboutRead more about Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration of Black Excellence
Join us on Main Street in Cumberland for a great place to make memories with your family… Enjoy our Little Christmas Gathering including a *Fire Pit for making S’mores *Photo opportunities Galore for the perfect Christmas pictures * Southern Grind Mobile Coffee will be serving up all of your favorite hot beverages *Some “cool” snowball kid gamesRead more about Making Memories on Main
Celebrate and reflect on the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College!
Join Us for the 22nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon & Celebration! Friday, January 17 11 a.m. Cumberland Campus, Godbey Appalachian Center’s Hazen Theater This event is free and open to the public, and we would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King,Read more about 22nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration & Luncheon
This much sought after class starts the new year off with a clang! This free workshop is a full day, so participants should expect to bring lunch and any preferred snacks. Space is limited to 5, so be sure to register today!
Join us on Friday, February 7th at 6 PM for a fascinating discussion by Richard Haynes, Director of the Harlan County Public Libraries, about Silas Harlan, the namesake of our beloved county and city.What to Expect:A deep dive into the life and legacy of Silas HarlanA special viewing of a replica outfit Silas would haveRead more about Dressed for History: The Legacy of Silas Harlan
Join us in celebrating Harlan's 206th birthday at the Historic Harlan Museum!We're excited to welcome Dr. James Greene for a special lecture as part of our birthday celebration! This is a perfect opportunity to learn more about Harlan’s rich past while honoring its legacy! Date: April 3 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Historic Harlan Museum located at 311 ERead more about Happy Birthday Harlan!
