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Visiting Eastern Kentucky
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in Eastern KentuckyEastern Kentucky from Ashland in the north, near the West Virginia state line, south to Barbourville, near the Tennessee border, autumn colors are blazing and winter weather is around the corner. This is the Appalachian Mountain region of Kentucky with the rugged terrain of the East Kentucky coal field. Beautiful state recreations parks include Carr Creek near Sassafras, Pikeville's Fishtrap Lake and Grayson Lake for water recreation and fishing. Kingdom Come State Recreation Park on Pine Mountain features dramatic rock formations, a small mountain lake and 14 mountain trails open year round for visitors. Pristine outdoors, charming and friendly small towns – Eastern Kentucky makes a delightful destination.
Thanksgiving weekend, Harlan, east of Barbourville, hosts the 2010 Festival of the Mountain Masters and Mountain Masters 16 Mile Trail Run. For over 20 years, Harlan County has celebrated its regional Appalachian art and culture at the festival. Master craftsmen gather to demonstrate their skills and showcase their products. Come watch weavers, broom makers, potters and blacksmiths work their trades. Live entertainment, a festival of food and a quilt contest are included in the fun and activities.
The 5th Annual Mountain Masters 16 Mile Trail Run is November 27th, 2010. The trail run is a beautiful course through amazing mountain top scenery on Pine Mountain, along Little Shepard Trail. The point to point race finishes in Kingdom Come State Park with transportation back to the Village Center and Mountain Masters Festival. The Best Western Wilderness Trail Inn in Barbourville is conveniently located just 30 miles away from Harlan. Enjoy a wonderful fall weekend in the rolling hills of Kentucky at the Best Western Wilderness Trail Inn.
Kentucky's charming northeastern town of Ashland is a wonderful spot to visit during the holidays. The town hosts the 2010 Winter Wonderland of Lights Festival during November and December. The Official opening night is November 15th; however, Miss Winter Wonderland 2010 will be crowned at the Beauty Pageant November 6th. Festival events include the annual Christmas Parade the evening of November 23rd, pictures with Santa are weekends at the Central Park Log House, train rides and the light displays run through January 1, 2011.
Ashland's 2010 holiday theme is Bright Lights and Christmas Dreams – a wonderful place to visit and get into the spirit of the season. Bring the kids to marvel at 50 light displays set among the 52-acre park and don't miss a ride on the Winter Wonderland Express Train. Ashland is the ideal place to create holiday memories. The Best Western River Cities in Ashland is ready with comfortable accommodations, a complimentary hot breakfast each morning, and reasonable rates – perfect for a holiday season getaway.
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Eastern Kentucky Events
May 2012
Cumberland Falls Clean-Up
The park extends this invitation to help make a stand for your Kentucky State Park. In Corbin.
Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival
Featuring concerts, dances, fun run, golf tournament, carnival, and the crowning of the Mountain Laurel Queen. In Pineville.
June 2012
Adventure Hike to Tri-State Peak
Stand on the vaulted spot (1,990 ft) where Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia come together. In Pineville.
Seedtime on the Cumberland
Whitesburg’s annual festival of eastern Kentucky crafts and culture. In Whitesburg.
Great American Brass Band Festival
Concerts by world-renowned brass bands of all types who perform throughout the weekend. Vincent DiMartino performs. In Danville.
Canoeing by Moonlight
Discover the mysterious sounds of the night as we paddle our way around Mill Creek Lake under a moonlit sky. In Slade.
July 2012
Pickin at the Caves
Bring your instruments out to Carter Caves State Resort Park to gather and play music with other local musicians. In Olive Hill.
July 2012
Keeneland Concours d'Elegance
A four-day event celebrating the automobile and "all things Kentucky". In Lexington.
Pioneer Life Week
A week dedicated to the Revolutionary War, The War of 1812 and the settlement of lands around the Ohio River. In Olive Hill.
Jr. Fishing Tournament
Junior fishing tournament for children 15 years and under. Prizes awarded in each age group for the biggest fish caught. In Greenup.
August 2012
Wilderness Survival Weekend
Explore wilderness survival. Orienteering, shelter building, food and water procurement, fire starting, first aid, and more. In Prestonsburg.
AFB Art Fair @ Woodland Park
The largest, free, outdoor cultural event in Central Kentucky with more than 65,000 visitors traveling to Woodland Park, in Lexington.
Summer Scrapbooking Weekend
Designed for the experienced and novice scrapbooker. Participants must bring their own scrapbook and supplies. In Greenup.
Featured Best Western HotelEastern KentuckyBEST WESTERN River Cities
31 Russell Plaza Drive, Ashland KentuckyWelcome to BEST WESTERN River Cities! Situated off Country Music Highway US 23, the BEST WESTERN River Cities is an affordable and comfortable Ashland hotel for business and leisure travel, plus it offers convenient access to AK Steel, Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, Russell Railroad Days and more. Guests of the BEST WESTERN River Cities will find that each well-appointed guestroom… Learn more about this location |
