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!

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  • 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.

  • Movie Night

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

    Summer nights are better with a movie under the stars. Join us on the Harlan Center Front Plaza for FREE Outdoor Movie Nights, hosted by Harlan Tourism and the Harlan County Public Library. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, gather the family, and enjoy a fun evening in downtown Harlan. We'll take care of theRead more about Movie Night

    FREE

  • Harlan County Horse Show

    Putney Shriners Fairgrounds Hwy 522, Putney, KY, United States

    With 18 different categories, the Harlan County Horse Show there's fun for everyone!

  • Gears & Beers

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

    Join us in downtown Harlan on Thursday, August 27th 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

  • 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 familyRead more about Dog Days of KY

  • PossumFest

    Downtown Cumberland Cumberland, KY, United States

    Get ready for a weekend that's a little wild, a little weird, and 100% Appalachian. Live music and fun on three stages 150+ Unique vendors Delicious festival food Family fun Plenty of reasons to laugh Small-town hospitality you won't find anywhere elseWhether you're coming for the music, the shopping, the funnel cakes, or just to see what all the possum fussRead more about PossumFest

  • Homeschool Retreat

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

    Are you a homeschool family who would like to experience Pine Mountain Settlement School as school field trips do? Homeschool Field Days offers the same immersive experiences - meals, lodging, and programming! Families will participate in educational workshops centered around environmental literacy, Appalachian arts, and sustainable agriculture. Registration is required and can be completed here.

  • Big Time Pro Wrestling

    Loyall School

    Don't miss the action at Big Time Pro Wrestling!

  • 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.

  • 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.