Local Attractions

The Bell Theater is a restored 1939 art deco theater that is maintained by the City of Pineville and Main Street Pineville.  It is used for many downtown events and is also available for private rentals.

A flat terrain outdoor hike that includes a railroad trestle and tunnel.  Be sure to look for the remains of the sawmill along the way.

Visit the oldest state park in Kentucky.  Lots of outdoor attractions, lodging and an event center.

Part of Pine Mountain State Park, but it is where the idea that there is a chain that holds a giant bolder in place so it will not crush the town of Pineville.  Visit and be the judge.  It is a moderate to difficult trail to hike.

Visit an Appalachian mountain community that has been preserved by the National Park Service.  Click below for seasonal tour information.

A 18 hole course, nationally ranked by Golf Digest in 2004, is a links-style course in the mountains. The course features spectacular scenery, wide cart paths, a practice range, practice putting greens, and an indoor training center

Middlesboro Country Club was established in 1889 and is the oldest continuously played 9-hole golf course in the United States.

Looking for a newly released movie?  Look no further than the Golden Ticket Theater.  Click below to see current movies.

Known as the Gateway to the West, a natural passage that was traveled by Daniel Boone and Dr. Thomas Walker, the Historic Town of Cumberland Gap is nestled at the foot of Cumberland Mountains where the states of Tennessee, Virginia and Kentucky meet,

Experience a movie the old fashioned way.  The movie drive in! Check below for seasonal movies.

Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachian Mountains to settle America. Explore 85 miles of trails and 14,000 acres of wilderness. Stand in 3 states at once, explore a cave, see Hensley Settlement, or take a hike.

Visit our neighboring Main Street town, Middlesboro.  Check out what they have to offer!

Local radio station that provides, music, local news and community support.

The Cumberland Gap Tunnel opened to highway traffic on October 18, 1996. The tunnels are located in the Cumberland Mountains of the Appalachian Range, where the states of Kentucky, Tennessee and Virginia converge. 

At one time this cave served as a hospital during the Civil War, then later was a roadside attraction before the construction of the Cumberland Gap Tunnel. Now it is under the management of the National Park Service and there are seasonal tours.

The Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival has been a cherished tradition since 1931. Each year, colleges and universities from across the state select one representative to participate in this prestigious event, held in May over Memorial Day weekend. The festival features an outdoor pageant, where candidates perform an original and elaborate 15-second curtsey to the current Kentucky governor, who then crowns the queen. With a rich history and a vibrant celebration of Kentucky's culture, the Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival is a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

As part of the festival, vendors have the opportunity to showcase their products and services. Whether it's food, arts, crafts, or other unique offerings, vendors can participate on the square. With a wide range of entertainment options, including local acts and previous national headliners, the Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival promises a memorable experience for all attendees. Don't miss out on this annual celebration of Kentucky's beauty and talent!

When you think of Fall you probably think of the longstanding Cumberland Mountain Fall Festival. Although the actual location of the Festival has changed throughout the years, you will always find it in Middlesboro during October.  Visit the local crafters and vendors and be sure to sample some yummy food!

A long time festival that runs for a week during the Fall. The Festival is a celebration of early settlers of the Kentucky area.  Check out their website for more information and all the week long activities!