THE HEART OF ADVENTURE TOURISM
All trails in Hazard and Perry County lead to adventure and excitement. Whether you're looking for a ground-pounding four wheeling adventure or a gentle hike along a scenic stream, Hazard and Perry County is your destination.
Trails for your personal adventure include walking, hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, ATV/dirt bikes, and specialty shopping. This region also offers rugged, natural beauty, wildlife viewing, rivers, lakes and streams, camping, fishing, historical attractions, original arts and crafts, and festivals.
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Whether you're planning a day trip or a week-long vacation, there is something here for everyone in your family. Join us for fun and adventure - let us help you plan your trip.
MISSION
To provide an online informational source for potential visitors to the area.
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VISION
To be a catalyst for stirring economic growth and attracting new visitors to the "Queen City of the Mountains".
Adventure
in the heart of ...
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4-wheeling
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Water Sports
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Hunting
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Fishing
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Hiking & Walking Trails
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Wildlife Sightseeing
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Attractions
abound!
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Buckhorn Lake
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Historic Treasures
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Mother Goose House
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Quilt Trail
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Specialty Shops
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Battle of Leatherwood Site & Reenactment
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Events
Year round, for all ages
*Leatherwood Livestock Event, May 2nd, 10 am 526 Hwy 699, Cornettsville
(Rescheduled from April 25th)
*Perry County Farmer's Market, Spring Pop Up Triangle Park, Market Pavilion May 9th 10am to 1pm
*Cruisin' on Main Street, May 9th, 3-6 pm Held the second Saturday of each month.
*Perry County Saddle Club - Spring Trail Ride @ Buffalo Camp & Ride, Buckhorn, KY
April 11 Ride out at 11AM ​​
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Perry Thunder Run Side-By-Side Showdown Perry Circle Road - Next to East Perry School, May 8th & 9th - (See flyer on home page for details)
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Queen City Artisan Festival 621 Main Street @ Appalachian Arts Center May 9,2026 10AM to 5PM
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Kiss The Goat Trail Race May 23,2026 @ Perry County Park
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Motors in the Holler Car Show
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Battle of Leatherwood
Battlefield, Sunday June 7 1-5 pm -
Thursdays on the Grand, Main Street, Second and Fourth Thursdays - May through October
- Perry County Fair June 18-19-20 County Perry County Park - Fun for the whole family
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Perry County KY Farmer's Market 2026 TBA SEASON 200 Main Street May Pop Up Market, May 9th, 10am to 1pm
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THURSDAY MARKET - Held June - September & SATURDAY MARKET Held June through end of October 9-1PM
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* Motors in the Holler' Sunday June 7th 1-5 PM * Summer in the Park 2026 DATE & TIME TBA Bobby Davis Park
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4th of July Fireworks & Fish Fry Main Street 2026 TBA
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North Fork Music Festival 2026 TBA
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Five Alarm Festival@ The Triangle 2026 TBA
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Miss/Mister Black Gold Festival & Miss/Mister Perry County 2026 TBA @ Hal Rogers Forum
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Black Gold Festival, September 17, 18 & 19, 2026
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Black Gold Festival's Diamond Street Rod Show September 19, 2026
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Octoberfest Music Festival -Main Street 2026 Date TBA
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Battle of Leatherwood
Re-enactment, fourth weekend of October 23, 24 & 25, 2026 -
PINK WEEKEND November 2026 TBA
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CHRISTMAS IN A SMALL TOWN, Main Street December 10, 11, & 12 2026
Learn More
Learn More about Hazard and Perry County, Kentucky.
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Follow us on Facebook: Hazard Perry County Tourism Commission
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Visit: Wanderlustingk Travel Blog Article
https://www.wanderlustingk.com/travel-blog/visit-eastern-kentucky
If you are interested in applying for funding for a tourism project, please complete the funding application and return it by mail to the Tourism address or via email to 18hpctourism20@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please e-mail us. DOWNLOAD HPC TOURISM FUNDING APPLICATION