Fish and Wildlife Day
A family event held at the Leslie County Fish and Wildlife Club including contests, food, and fishing/hunting related sport.
Annual Hyden Zombie Parade
A kid-friendly community event. Participants dress as Zombies (or in other costumes) and parade through downtown Hyden, then enjoy an outdoor movie.
Knox Street Thunder
Held the first Saturday of the month, April-October, from 5-10pm. Hotrods, classics, muscle, bikes and more take to the streets. Presented by Barbourville Tourism.
Knox County Art Show
An annual show of student art, held at Barbourville First United Methodist Church and sponsored by the GFWC/KFWC Barbourville Junior Woman's Study Club
Cumberland River Challenge canoe/kayak race
An annual event along 15 miles of the Cumberland River. Hosted by Union College, U Canoe, and Barbourville Tourism.
Daniel Boone Festival
A week-long annual event in October in downtown Barbourville including a parade, food, music, art and craft vendors, historical reenactments, and more. The festival aims to educate youth about ancestors who crossed the Cumberland Gap and about Native American tribes…
Battle of Barbourville
Reenactment takes place 3rd weekend of September each year along the Cumberland River on the Minton Hickory Farm
Christmas in Barbourville Festival
Held the first weekend of December, festivities include the annual tree lighting, a silent tree and wreath auction, a Christmas Bazaar with handmade crafts, a Top Baker Showcase, and more.