Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission

12/17/2024

We'd like to give one more special shout out to our Christmas Parade float winners and some of the faces behind them! 🎉

Youth Category - Triple Threat Martial Arts
Commercial Category - Boyd CAT
Civic/ Non-Profit Category - Whitley County Detention Center

This goes to ALL of our entries for the Parade - thank you for your time, energy, talent, and commitment to bringing joy to our community by your participation! We can't wait for next year!

12/16/2024

Remember last week when we said we had exciting news about the Harlem Globetrotters? Well here it is!

We've got a FAMILY 4 PACK OF TICKETS to giveaway to ONE lucky winner to see the one and only Harlem Globetrotters when they come to The Corbin Arena on Tuesday, January 28, 2025! To enter for YOUR chance to win these FREE tickets, follow these simple steps:

🔴 Like this post
🔵 Follow Corbin Tourism AND Harlem Globetrotters on Facebook
🔴 Comment on this post with a basketball emoji 🏀 (or you can just type the word 'basketball')
🔵 When you've done all of that, DM us with the word "Entered"

Sweepstakes is open until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025. Winner will be selected at random and announced Monday, January 20, 2025. Winner will be contacted directly via Facebook Messenger. Only one entry per person is permitted. (Announcement of winner and communication will come directly from this page - Corbin Tourism. Please be on your guard of potential scamming activity and never give out your personal information! This sweepstake will not cost anyone anything monetary to enter.)

So WHAT are you waiting for?! Get entered today so you can catch the AMAZING show that is sure to bring you and your friends and/or family incredible entertainment!

12/13/2024

Not only does Appalachian Triangle of Kentucky have pre-planned adventure itineraries, but you can create your OWN itinerary!

Start by going to www.visitatky.com , click "Things To Do" on the top of the screen, select a category that will be of interest to you out of the following:

🎼Music & Culture
🎉Family Fun
🏕 Outdoors
🗿History
🍗Food
🎬Entertainment

Who knows?! Your own itinerary could take you to places like:
The Square Arts District in Barbourville
Bell Theater in Pineville
The Mint Gaming Hall right here in Corbin
Portal 31 Exhibition Mine in Harlan County
Air Raid Trampoline Park in London
The Swinging Bridges Driving Tour in Manchester
Silver Eagle Saloon in Mt. Vernon
or to the Whitley County Historical Society & Genealogical Society & Museum in Williamsburg!

Just make sure to click "Add To Field Guide" on anything you want to do!

12/12/2024

Start getting your best Christmas p.j.'s ready for the Downtown Corbin Christmas Pajama Pub Crawl, happening Thursday, December 19th, beginning at 5:30 p.m.! There will be a contest for best pajamas, so come dressed to impress (or dressed for sleep - only the judges will judge you)! A list of participating Downtown businesses coming soon!

12/11/2024

The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to The Corbin Arena on January 28, 2025 for their World Tour - and we have exciting news about it! Check back in on our Facebook next week (12/16 - 12/20) to learn what it is 👀🏀😁

12/10/2024

Horses, Horsepower & Hollers is a trip across six key destinations in Kentucky - Bowling Green, Corbin, Franklin, Georgetown, Harlan, and Shelby County - that aims to deliver a distinctive, immersive experience into what makes Kentucky legendary. Come along for the ride as we showcase the unique cultural, historical and adventurous offerings of the Commonwealth. Visit www.KYTripleH.com to start planning your Kentucky Adventure today!

12/09/2024

Drum roll please! 🥁 The winners of the 2024 Corbin Christmas Parade floats are:

Civic/Non-Profit - Whitley County Detention Center
Commercial - Boyd CAT
Youth - Triple Threat Martial Arts

Thank you to everyone who braved the cold on Saturday night to watch the Christmas Parade; to all of our community members and businesses who entered the Parade; to all of our volunteers; and to all of our City offices and departments who made the Parade possible!

12/06/2024

We are a week away from the December Moonbow! The great thing about visiting to see the Moonbow in the winter months is that you don't have to wait until the wee hours of the morning to see it! This month, the dates and times are:

Friday, December 13th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 15th, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Monday, December 16th, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 17th, 10:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Also included is the 2025 Moonbow Schedule, so you can plan well into the next year to make your visit! If you have any questions, please contact our office at (606) 528-8860, or contact Cumberland Falls State Resort Park!

12/05/2024

This weekend, help us fill the air of Corbin with Christmas spirit and holiday cheer by visiting the Evergreen Artisan Market and then watching the Corbin Christmas Parade!

The Evergreen Artisan Market promises 30+ artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, gift wrapping, and visits from Santa! You will not want to miss out! The Market is happening both Friday, from 5 - 10 p.m., and Saturday, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Harvey's On Main, located at 115 South Main Street!

After your shopping on Saturday, come to Nibroc Park, 108 South Main Street, beginning at 5 p.m. for the pre-parade activities: Free hot chocolate and photos with Santa, caroling, Christmas card making, letters to Santa, and more! And of course stick around for the Christmas Parade at 7 p.m. along Main Street! We can't wait to celebrate with you!

12/04/2024

Who's ready for Santa?! Here are some dates, times & locations he'll be in Corbin this Christmas season 🎄🎅 If you know of any other Santa sightings in Corbin, comment and let us know!

December 6th - Evergreen Artisan Market at Harvey's, 115 South Main Street, from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (Free photos!)

December 7th - Evergreen Artisan Market at Harvey's, 115 South Main Street, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. and then again from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Free photos!)

December 7th - Pre-Parade Activities in Nibroc Park, 108 South Main Street, from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. (Free photos!)

December 7th - Santa Meet and Greet at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, 7351 Highway 90, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. ($5!)

December 8th - Cookies, Cocoa, and Photos with Santa at Corbin Primary School, 3551 5th Street Road, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. ($35)

December 14th - Breakfast with Santa at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, 7351 Highway 90, 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. ($15 Adults, $10 Kids!)

December 15th - Santa's Cookie Workshop at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, 7351 Highway 90, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. ($10! Must RSVP for Workshop by December 12th at 606-528-4121)

December 21st - Corbin Public Library, 215 Roy Kidd Avenue, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Free photos!)

12/03/2024

*Please share!* Main Street will be closed from 4th Street to Gordon Hill this Saturday, December 7th, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.! Then, starting at 7 p.m., Main Street from 18th Street to Gordon Hill will be closed for the parade!! Please make travel plans accordingly! & plan to join us for the festivities! 😀

Don't miss the Corbin Tourism and Convention Commission Christmas Parade this Saturday at 7:00 PM. Please be aware of road closings leading up to the event.

12/02/2024

"Through the eyes of a cherished childhood doll, experience the magic of Christmas!"

Tri-County Mystery Meets is bringing their most recent immersive dinner theater production, "Nutcracker Sweet," to The Depot On Main on Saturday, December 14th from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.! Get your tickets while you can HERE!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nutcracker-sweet-immersive-theatre-experience-the-depot-tickets-1077693182319?aff=ebdsshios&fbclid=IwY2xjawG67k1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZ3LUAQJeBxQ56LCis4WqmQIis8bme28JVuq5OJwVTJQuuC1VBqdls4_QQ_aem_QSPB-2xeTxOZQjrT8RInQQ

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/27/2024

Wanting to jam this Thanksgiving weekend?!

Gravel Switch will be performing live tonight, November 27th, at Austin City Saloon Corbin KY, located at 302 South Main Street! Show starts at 9:30 p.m.! Want to get in for FREE?! Bring a new toy or coat for their community drive! Or you can pay $10 for admission!

ALSO TONIGHT, November 27th, head over to Tomahawks, located at 108 East Third Street, Suite 2, for The Night Before Thanksgiving Glow Party from 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.! Entry for the Glow Party is $5 and patrons must be 21+!

On Friday and Saturday, head to The Train Station for even more awesome live music! Friday night, November 29th, bands No Handshakes and Rush Lane will performing beginning at 8:00 p.m.! Entry is FREE, with food and drinks available for purchase!

On Saturday, November 30th, bands Foolsmate and The Wrong Party will be playing! Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with show time at 7:00 p.m., and there is a $10 entry fee! The Train Station is located at 4672 Fifth Street in Corbin!

Come out and enjoy live music while supporting our local musicians and businesses!!

11/26/2024

Save the Date! Kentucky Fishing Expo is coming to The Corbin Arena, January 17th, 18th, & 19th! Admission costs $5 per ticket, with children 12 and under, first responders, and veterans enjoying free entry! Celebrate the joy of fishing with industry experts, the latest gear, boats, and family fun! For more information or to purchase your tickets ahead of time, visit https://www.kyfishingexpo.com/

11/25/2024

We are getting so excited for the 2024 Christmas Parade!! Happening Saturday, December 7th, starting at 7 p.m., the parade route will be along Main Street, starting at 18th Street through Gordon Hill! Please join us for pre-parade festivities beginning at 5:00 p.m. in Nibroc Park, located at 108 South Main Street, for caroling and free hot chocolate provided by Parkway Ministries, games, letters to Santa, a free photo op with Santa, and more! We look forward to celebrating with you!

11/22/2024

When you're in town this weekend for the Christmas Open House, make sure you stop by the L&N Steam Engine, Coal Tender, and Caboose to see them in all of their Christmas glory!

11/22/2024

We are still accepting 2024 Christmas Parade applications! Entries of all kinds are accepted: floats, a festively decorated vehicle, golf cart, ATV, motorcycle, riding horseback, people walking on foot - there's so many options!

Please have your application submitted by Friday, December 6th, if you'd like to be in the parade! The Christmas Parade will be Saturday, December 7th, starting at 7 p.m.!! Access the application here!

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We are now accepting applications for the 2024 Corbin Christmas Parade! The parade will be Saturday, December 7th, beginning at 7:00 p.m. with pre-parade activities and festivities to begin at 5:00 p.m. in Nibroc Park! The float categories are: Youth, Commercial, and Civic/Non-Profit. Please read through the guidelines first, and give us a call at (606) 528-8860 if you have any further questions!

ACCESS PARADE GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION HERE:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1StgEP8f2-fJlM6C-i6PDPlDIdyQSUDXV?usp=sharing