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!
The Harlan County Public Libraries are offering a great opportunity for parents and guardians this summer through their “Safe Summers Parenting Resources” series at the Harlan Center! These free sessions are designed to help families build safe, happy, and confident environments for children ages 0–17 while connecting participants with valuable local resources and support systems.Read more about Safe Summers Parenting Resources
Step back in time with Pine Mountain Settlement School's Time Traveler Camp! Sydney will be hosting a special summer camp where kids learn about living in the past. The schedule includes fire-building, candle-making, play-party games, food preservation, and an archaeological dig with a real archaeologist! This is a free day camp from 8:30 am toRead more about Time Traveler Camp
Downtown Harlan’s Summer Concert Series is BACK for Summer 2026! Join us Thursday evenings at the Courthouse Gazebo for a summer full of live music, Appalachian talent, and evenings spent in the heart of Downtown Harlan. From country and folk to rock and contemporary Christian music - this lineup is STACKED with incredible local and regionalRead more about Downtown Harlan Concert Series
The Harlan County Public Libraries are offering a great opportunity for parents and guardians this summer through their “Safe Summers Parenting Resources” series at the Harlan Center! These free sessions are designed to help families build safe, happy, and confident environments for children ages 0–17 while connecting participants with valuable local resources and support systems.Read more about Safe Summer Parenting Resource
Join Harlan Tourism for a showing of Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and Harlan Tourism will take care of the movie, popcorn, and drinks all for free! The movie begins at 9 p.m. but you're invited to come early at 8:30 p.m. for a Meet & Greet with characters fromRead more about Outdoor Movie Night
Enjoy a great day of golf while supporting the next generation of golfers on the Harlan County High School Golf Team!
Cumberland Tourism invites you to grab a partner and get ready for monthly cornhole tournaments at the Square on Main in Downtown Cumberland.
The Harlan County Public Libraries are offering a great opportunity for parents and guardians this summer through their “Safe Summers Parenting Resources” series at the Harlan Center! These free sessions are designed to help families build safe, happy, and confident environments for children ages 0–17 while connecting participants with valuable local resources and support systems.Read more about Safe Summer Parenting Resource
Join us in downtown Harlan on Thursday, June 25th 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
Downtown Harlan’s Summer Concert Series is BACK for Summer 2026! Join us Thursday evenings at the Courthouse Gazebo for a summer full of live music, Appalachian talent, and evenings spent in the heart of Downtown Harlan. From country and folk to rock and contemporary Christian music - this lineup is STACKED with incredible local and regionalRead more about Downtown Harlan Concert Series
Downtown Harlan’s Summer Concert Series is BACK for Summer 2026! Join us Thursday evenings at the Courthouse Gazebo for a summer full of live music, Appalachian talent, and evenings spent in the heart of Downtown Harlan. From country and folk to rock and contemporary Christian music - this lineup is STACKED with incredible local and regionalRead more about Downtown Harlan Concert Series
Challenge yourself on Kentucky highest elevated off-road park at Black Mountain Off-Road Adventure Area.
