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!

  • Heritage in Hand: A Traditional Arts Week

    Pine Mountain Settlement School 36 State Hwy 510, Bledsoe, KY, United States

    Pine Mountain Settlement School is offering a week of Appalachian craft taught by people who still do it by hand including stained glass, blacksmithing, wild basketry, and natural dye.

  • Monday Night Arts Jam

    Recurring
    Pine Mountain Settlement School 36 State Hwy 510, Bledsoe, KY, United States

    Monday Night Arts Jam is a free afterschool program at Pine Mountain Settlement School where young people ages 8-18 can explore visual art, learn traditional Appalachian music, share a meal, and build community. Students will enjoy an art class, a meal, and music class. Spaces are limited so register today!

  • The Iron

    RIDERS WEEKEND 2026 Get ready to Ride or Drive the most challenging and Scenic Route in the U.S.! Period! The AMG Road Crew proudly brings you the FINAL AMG GROUP RIDE on the completed revised version of **THE IRON KY** right here in Central Appalachia!  THIS IS FOR ADVANCED RIDERS AND DRIVERS ONLY! THE IRON KYRead more about The Iron

  • 5th Annual Harlan County Cheer & Basketball Cheerball Golf Scramble

    Harlan Country Club 1509 KY-3001, Harlan, KY, United States

    Support young athletes from Harlan County High School by playing a round at the Harlan Country Club. 4 person teams will start play at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $320 per team with proceeds benefitting the Black Bear cheer and basketball programs.

  • Stuffed Animal Sleepover

    Harlan County Public Library 107 N. 3rd St, Harlan, KY, United States

    Your favorite fluffy friend is invited to a Stuff Animal Sleepover at the Harlan Public Library. Drop your stuffy off at the Harlan County Public Library on Friday September 18th. After you leave, your stuff animal will spend a wild night in the library with all of their stuffed friends. Come back on Saturday SeptemberRead more about Stuffed Animal Sleepover

  • Worldwide Mini-Golf Day

    The Harlan Center 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

     Worldwide Mini Golf Day is coming to the Harlan Center!On Saturday, September 19 from 2–6 p.m., the Harlan Center Front Plaza is turning into one giant mini golf course! The best part? It’s completely FREE to play!We’ll have mini golf holes created by local businesses, organizations, and clubs, plus House DJ music, free drinks, free popsicles,Read more about Worldwide Mini-Golf Day

  • Cornhole Tournament

    Recurring
    Square on Main Main Street, Cumberland, KY, United States

    Cumberland Tourism invites you to grab a partner and get ready for monthly cornhole tournaments at the Square on Main in Downtown Cumberland.

  • Monday Night Arts Jam

    Recurring
    Pine Mountain Settlement School 36 State Hwy 510, Bledsoe, KY, United States

    Monday Night Arts Jam is a free afterschool program at Pine Mountain Settlement School where young people ages 8-18 can explore visual art, learn traditional Appalachian music, share a meal, and build community. Students will enjoy an art class, a meal, and music class. Spaces are limited so register today!

  • Invasives Removal Volunteer Day

    Join KNLT's conservation team for an invasive species removal day at the Laden Trail Preserve on Pine Mountain, near Bledsoe. Volunteers will be cutting and treating autumn olive to prepare this preserve for a future tree planting.Date: Thursday, Sept. 24Time: 10 AM - 12 PMLocation: Laden Trail Preserve in Bledsoe, Harlan CountyPlease dress for theRead more about Invasives Removal Volunteer Day

  • Gears & Beers

    Downtown Harlan 201 S. Main St, Harlan, KY, United States

    Join us in downtown Harlan on Thursday, September 24th from 6PM to 8PM and get ready for another night of cars, community, and a packed 1st Street in front of the courthouse!Everything from classic cars, hot rods, imports, trucks with families out and kids picking their favorites! Family friendly. Community driven. All 2026 dates are on thisRead more about Gears & Beers

  • The Gloaming

    Pine Mountain Settlement School 36 State Hwy 510, Bledsoe, KY, United States

    Pine Mountain lights up with this interactive art installation that celebrates art, nature, and sustainability. Enjoy a dusk walk through the forest where you'll find the work of a variety of artists using light to create a magical feeling along the way.

  • Putts for Mutts

    Sleepy Hollow Golf Course

    Tee off to in support of the Harlan County Friends of the Shelter! You'll get a great day of golf at Sleepy Hollow Golf Course, lunch, a swag bag, cash prizes, and the satisfaction of knowing you have improved the lives of animals in Harlan County!