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 at the Harlan Center for our monthly Make It Meet Up!Date: Friday, September 6thTime: 6PM-8PMLocation: Harlan Center Upstairs GalleryThis month, participants will learn how to crochet their own potholder!Limited to the first 20 participants, so don't miss out! Register today by calling the Harlan Center at 606-573-4495. Ages 10 and up are welcome.ComeRead more about Make It Meet Up
Mark your calendars for a FREE Mini Golf celebration in downtown Harlan at Huff Park! September 21st is Worldwide Mini Golf Day and we are celebrating in downtown Harlan by creating a mini golf pop up course where every hole will be created and manned by a local organizations, businesses, government agency, or nonprofits! EachRead more about Worldwide Mini Golf Day in Harlan
See Harlan as you've never seen it before as Bloody Harlan Tours leads you on a walking tour of Harlan's paranormal and true crime past. You have four FREE opportunities to make this spooky season truly memorable! Friday October 4th- Call (606) 573-4156 to register. Space is limited to 50 participants. Leaves at 7 p.m.Read more about Ghost Walks in Downtown Harlan
Join us at the Harlan Center for our monthly Make It Meet Up!Date: Friday, October 11thTime: 6PM-8PMLocation: Harlan Center Upstairs GalleryThis month, we're excited to be hosting a paint and pass class. Each participant will receive their own canvas. Every five minutes, participants will pass their canvas to the person on their left. At theRead more about October Make It Meet Up
See Harlan as you've never seen it before as Bloody Harlan Tours leads you on a walking tour of Harlan's paranormal and true crime past. You have four FREE opportunities to make this spooky season truly memorable! Friday October 4th- Call (606) 573-4156 to register. Space is limited to 50 participants. Leaves at 7 p.m.Read more about Ghost Walks in Downtown Harlan
You're invited to the Fright Night Film Festival on Friday October 18th at the Harlan Center. Snack on free drinks and popcorn while you watch horror films of all kinds. Drop in for your favorite or dare to watch from beginning to end!
Join Us for the 3rd Annual Downtown Harlan’s Vintage Fall Fest! Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 1st Street, around the Harlan County Courthouse Autumn in Harlan is a magical time, and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than at the 3rd Annual Downtown Harlan’s Vintage FallRead more about Downtown Harlan’s Vintage Fall Festival
Fall fun is coming to Downtown Harlan! Downtown Harlan's Vintage Fall Festival on Saturday October 19 from noon to 8 p.m. will feature FREE hayrides to a pumpkin patch where guests can select a FREE pumpkin while supplies last! Hayrides and pumpkins are provided through the generosity of Appalachian Regional Healthcare!🎃
See Harlan as you've never seen it before as Bloody Harlan Tours leads you on a walking tour of Harlan's paranormal and true crime past. You have four FREE opportunities to make this spooky season truly memorable! Friday October 4th- Call (606) 573-4156 to register. Space is limited to 50 participants. Leaves at 7 p.m.Read more about Ghost Walks in Downtown Harlan
See Harlan as you've never seen it before as Bloody Harlan Tours leads you on a walking tour of Harlan's paranormal and true crime past. You have four FREE opportunities to make this spooky season truly memorable! Friday October 4th- Call (606) 573-4156 to register. Space is limited to 50 participants. Leaves at 7 p.m.Read more about Ghost Walks in Downtown Harlan
Howl-O-Ween Bring your dog to the City of Harlan Dog Park on Saturday October 26, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.! There will be Trick or Treat stations for dogs, a dog costume contest at 6 p.m., and on site dog adoptions from the Harlan County Animal Shelter! If you, your organization, or businessRead more about Howl-O-Ween
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
