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Harlan is FULL of fun events all year round, but the summer is one of the BEST times to be in Harlan due to the many events we have. We have so many in fact that some slip through the cracks and you might not hear about them, but have no fear. We gave compiled a list of 10 Harlan County events Read more about 10 Harlan County Summer Events You May Not Have Known About

Our goal is to allow visitors to see Harlan County through the eyes of a local. It is one thing to see Harlan through pictures and posts, but it is another thing to live in and experience Harlan on a day-to-day basis. By interviewing locals in our Local Love project, we hope to share a bit of why Read more about Local Love: April Collins

You’re invited to show the world Harlan County as you see it. Capture photos of the natural beauty, mountain adventures, wildlife, attractions, and more! This contest is open to beginners, amateurs, and professionals. Submissions should be emailed to harlancountyphotography@gmail.com. Please Read more about Harlan Tourism Photography Contest 2025

Harlan County spans over 468 square miles, and has an abundance of tall mountains, ‘hollers’, businesses, parks, and more. It was founded in 1819, and is filled with over 200 years of culture and history. Because of this, exploring all that there is to do here can be a challenging feat, even for the Read more about The Ultimate Guide to Harlan County

Whether you are home for the summer, here year round, or maybe just visiting, Harlan County is the perfect place to spend your time. Between our beautiful lakes, rolling hills, and overall culture, there is no shortage of things to do this summer! Here are some of our top picks that will make your Read more about How to Make the Most of Your Harlan County Summer

Harlan County may be famous as a place where “the sun goes down about 3 in the day” but, when the clocks moved forward this weekend, it pushed our sunsets to about 7:30. After months of leaving work in the dark, it’s time to make the most of extra sunshine hours each evening. Here are 5 ways to use Read more about 5 Ways to Use Your “Extra Hour” of Sunshine in Harlan County

While ringing in the New Year, we’ve got you covered on how to make 2025 the best year yet! There is no shortage of things to do every month here in these Harlan County hills! Read more about 2025: How to Spend Your Year in Harlan County

The chilly months of winter in Harlan County call for us to dress accordingly. Whether that be a sweater, a cardigan, or a jacket, we all want to dress our best, right? Here are some of our favorite places to find the cutest warm layers: Read more about Suiting Up for Sweater Weather in Harlan County

It’s almost Thanksgiving. We know you’re dreaming of having your family gathered around your table for a delicious dinner and a reflective time of giving thanks for all of life’s blessings. What happens when the leftovers are put away and the table is cleared? The grandkids are running through the Read more about (out of the) Home for the Holidays

Harlan County Shop Local Guide Unwrap the Magic of an Appalachian Christmas It’s that time of year when snowflakes dance in the crisp mountain air and the cozy glow of shop windows lights up our towns. This Christmas, discover the magic of Harlan County as you shop, dine, and delight in the Read more about Harlan County Shop Local Holiday Guide 2024