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!
Join us for a day of honor and remembrance and a great day of riding as we raise money to erect a monument in Nevisdale/Gatliff, Ky on Joe C Paul Medal of Honor Trail to honor one of Appalachia’s True American Heroes, Lance Corporal Joe Calvin Paul, Medal of Honor Recipient. who was born andRead more about Lcpl Joe C Paul Heroes, Miners, and Shiners Ride 2025
The AMG and Backroads of Appalachia Present our “Slay the Dragon” Ride 2025 for Autism Research! Join us as we ride 2 of Appalachia’s best kept secrets and 2 of our favorite overlooks, The Dragonslayer HWY 160 over Kentucky’s Highest Mountain and The KNOB right across the border in Norton, VA and home to theRead more about Slay the Dragon Ride of Autism Research
The AMG and Backroads of Appalachia Presents Our Third Annual HARLAN JEEP and BIKEFEST and Custom Jeep and Bike Show. This event just got a whole lot bigger thanks to our friends at Harlan County Tourism, The Muddy Harlan Jeep Crew, and the Appalachian Woodboogers Jeep Clubs! Join us for a spectacular day in theRead more about 3rd Annual Harlan Jeep & Bike Show
The AMG and BOA Presents “THE IRON KY-THE FINAL CHAPTER” Advanced Riders Weekend 2025 right here in Central Appalachia! Get ready to Ride/Drive the Baddest and also most Scenic Ride or Drive in the U.S.! Period! We have expanded THE IRON KY each year to make it more of a challenge since it’s original releaseRead more about The Iron KY- The Final Chapter
