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!
Dog Days of KY
🌭🐶 DOG DAYS OF KENTUCKY IS COMING BACK TO HARLAN 🐶🌭
Get ready for one of Kentucky’s most unique and delicious festivals because Dog Days of Kentucky is officially returning to Downtown Harlan — and we are NOW ACCEPTING VENDORS, FOOD VENDORS, AND COMPETITORS! 🎉
From creative hot dog creations to live entertainment and family fun, Dog Days of Kentucky has quickly become a fan favorite summer tradition in the mountains.
This year’s event will feature:
🌭 The Hot Dog Championship
🏆 Competitive eating and costume contests
🛍 Vendors & artisan booths
🍔 Food vendors and festival favorites
🎶 Live music and entertainment
🐾 Dog themed activities and fun
🌭 The Hot Dog Hustle 5k
👨👩👧👦 Family friendly attractions throughout downtown
Whether you’re a vendor looking to showcase your business, a food vendor ready to serve up something delicious, or a competitor ready to battle for hot dog glory… we want YOU at Dog Days of Kentucky!
Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Vendors: Dog Days of KY
Competitors: Dog Days of KY Championship
5K: Hot Dog Hustle 5k
Hot Dog Eating Contest: Hot Dog Eating Contest Entry Form
Hot Dog Costume Contest (human): People Costume Contest-1
Hot Dog Costume Contest (dog): Dog Costume Contest Application-1
