Visit London KY

08/15/2024

If you happen to make it to the Kentucky State Fair this year stop by and say hello! There's a good chance we may have a fresh Honey Bun thanks to Flowers Foods as we prepare for Honey Bun Day!

08/07/2024

2024 LAUREL COUNTY HOMECOMING
August 16 & 17 at Levi Jackson Wilderness Road Park

Only 9 days away from this year's homecoming celebration!
Head over to the Laurel County Homecoming page for a chance to enter to win:
• A two night stay at the Ranger Retreat Airbnb at Levi Jackson Park
• $100 Gift Card to Local Honey Restaurant
• $100 Gift Card to The Party Palace
• $25 Gift Card to Moody Cows

Winner will be announced Saturday night at HoCo! We'll see you there!

Find the full event schedule here: Laurel County Homecoming 2024

08/06/2024

08/05/2024

We are 4 days away from this Summer's final Food Truck Friday!🎉🚚 We have decided to go out with a bang and include something for the whole family to enjoy! Starting at 5pm you can grab a bite to eat, a cold drink, and enjoy a live DJ. For the littles, free face painting, bubbles, and an array of games and prizes will be given out throughout the night. We also look forward to having the London Children's Museum mobile dinosaur exhibit and Imagine It! sensory activities to add to the fun.

Check out the food truck list below and come grab something from your favorite truck or try something new from the 4 new vendors in attendance. See you there!👋

Crazy Eats Pizza & Grill
Kings Kettle Korn
Paradise Teas
SipGypsy
Fully Loaded
Travelin' Tom's Coffee
Maiceys Loaded Tea
Piggin out
Junior's Hibachi
Ma & Pa’s Lil’ Wagon
Moody Cows LLC

08/04/2024

08/04/2024

https://www.wymt.com/2024/08/03/sheppard-family-laurel-county-basketball-legends-honored/

“We’re just a community that loves each other, that loves basketball,” Stacey Sheppard said. " A lot of friendships and relationships are developed through the game of basketball. This day, all of us coming together is just very special.”

08/04/2024

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08/03/2024

A little (ok a lot!) of rain won't stop the show. Everclear will take the stage at 10pm

08/02/2024

The rain has moved out and a great night is planned! We'll see you beginning at 6pm with Everclear taking the stage just after 8.

07/31/2024

Join the London Community Orchestra and the Southeast KY Community Chorus as they put on their annual Summer Pops Concert on August 3rd! 🌟🎵

🗓 Date: August 3rd
🕖 Time: 7 PM
📍 Location: First Baptist Church, 804 W 5th St, London, KY 40741

🎟 Tickets: $10 at the door (under 18 are free!)

07/29/2024

London, KY- Honey Bun Day, London’s sweetest day of the year, will be held on Saturday, October 19.

London will host the annual Honey Bun Day on Saturday, October 19, celebrating the thousands of jobs supported by the Honey Bun in London since 1953. The event is sponsored by Wellcare and Flowers Foods, and organized by London Tourism & Parks and London Downtown.

Honey Bun Day will be celebrated all over town at restaurants, shops, the London Community Center, and Town Center Park in downtown London. Special events include an Arts & Makers Market, live music, food trucks, a Taste the Buns Honey Bun Food Challenge, a Truck Show on Main Street, and will culminate with an attempt to set a record for the most people eating a honey bun simultaneously. In the days leading up to Honey Bun Day, local restaurants and eateries will feature special menu items made with honey buns.

Honey Bun Day Saturday, October 19
London Community Center
9am-1pm Honeybun Brunch
9am-4pm Art & Maker’s Market
Town Center Park
4pm Live Music & Food Trucks
5pm Taste the Buns Challenge – Prize Package of $1,000
7pm Record Attempt - Grand Prize $1,000
Main Street
3pm Main Street Closes from 4th Street - 9 Street
5pm CP Auto Invasion Truck Show

The highlight of the day will be an attempt to set a record for the most people eating a honey bun at the same time. Participants in the record attempt will vie for a $1,000 prize package to be drawn at random. Each participant will be given a numbered card and winning numbers will be chosen at random. Additionally, all folks who visit the Arts & Makers Market at the London Community Center will be given a bonus card, increasing their odds of winning! More specific information will be released as the event approaches on www.HoneyBunDay.com.

This year, the event is pleased to announce Wellcare of Kentucky as a sponsor of festivities! Jeffery Humble, manager for the sales channel at Wellcare of Kentucky, says, "Wellcare is delighted to give back to the community, celebrate the story of the Honey Bun, and offer people the chance to participate in a fun record attempt!"

The Honey Bun has been a staple at the Flowers Foods Bakery in London since 1953. The sweet smell of honey buns and other baked goods from Flowers often envelops downtown London, providing a sensory link to a story that dates back decades with the Griffin family.

Formerly known as the Griffin Pie Company, Flowers Foods has employed thousands of people over the years and currently employs more than 600 people at its bakery on East 4th Street. The facility produces nearly 3 million pounds of honey buns, donuts, donut sticks, and fried pies every week on nine production lines. The company reports that its three honey bun lines can produce almost 60,000 honey buns per hour, totaling about 10 million honey buns per week. Additionally, its four donut lines can churn out approximately 336,000 donuts per hour when running at full capacity.

07/29/2024

07/26/2024

Join us on August 2nd at 7 PM for an epic evening with ✨Everclear✨ at our next Town Center Concert!🌟Enjoy tasty treats from food trucks and don't forget to bring your lawn chair or blanket for a comfy spot to rock out in the park!🎸🎤

Let's rock! 📽️👇

07/24/2024

Everclear is coming to Town Center Park on Friday, August 2! Enjoy classic hits and high-energy performances that will take you back to the 90s! Opening acts Three Years Apart and My Finest Hour kick off the night at 6 p.m. Everclear will take the stage around 8p.m. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site. Bring your lawn chair or blanket! Plenty of free parking in downtown London. Join us for this fun evening of great music! FREE EVENT! Town Center Park, 500 N. Main Street, next to London Elementary School, downtown London, KY.

07/23/2024

✨Laurel County Homecoming- Save The Date!✨
📆August 16 & 17, 2024

The Laurel County Homecoming is right around the corner! Get ready to enjoy a weekend full of fun activities, delicious food, and live entertainment at Levi Jackson Wilderness Road Park.

This is a FREE event with drinks and food available for purchase. Don’t miss out on this exciting community celebration! Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends!

07/19/2024

Our food trucks are getting ready for an incredible evening tonight at the London Farmers Market! Stop by for lunch, dinner, or both! Check out tonight’s food truck list and entertainment schedule on our event page: Food Truck Fridays- Jeep Night!

We’ll see you there!

07/18/2024

We have a special treat in store for you tomorrow! Join us for lunch at the Farmer's Market from 11am-2pm for a sneak peak at the food truck vendors who will be attending tomorrow evening's Food Truck Friday event! Piggin Out (BBQ) El Santo Taco Truck, and the Little Cupcake Company will be serving lunch. All the other trucks will begin serving dinner at 5p.m.

We will have almost a dozen food trucks in attendance starting at 5pm who will serve until 9pm. Plan to join us and enjoy live entertainment from the Flashback Theater Co. and Silhouette band! Come hungry, and get ready for a fun night out for the whole family to enjoy! We'll have a duck for the Jeep Drivers!

07/16/2024

Looking for family-friendly activities to enjoy in London this summer? We've got you covered! Check out these fantastic spots that promise endless fun for everyone:

🤾‍♀️ Air Raid Trampoline Park
🛼 Finley's Fun Center
🏊‍♀️ Levi Jackson Wilderness Road Park
🧩 London Children's Museum
🎥 Regency Cinema 8
🌳 Treetop Adventure at Levi Jackson
🎳 The Palace Family Entertainment Center
🎯 WarZone Paintball

Bring your family and friends for a summer packed with fun and adventure! Share your moments with us using 🌞👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

07/16/2024

Get ready to rock with Everclear at Town Center Park on Friday, August 2! Join us for a great night of classic hits and high-energy performances that will take you back to 90's! Three Years Apart and My Finest Hour will open the evening of live entertainment at 6 p.m. on the Town Center Stage. Food and beverage vendors will be on hand, and don't forget your lawn chair or blanket! Town Center Park is located on Main Street next to London Elementary School in downtown London, KY. FREE EVENT!

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07/15/2024

Nominations are still being accepted for the Laurel County Homecoming Honorees Awards. Take a few minutes and nominate one of the many deserving folks in our community.

Hey everyone! 👋🏼🌟 It’s time to nominate this years Laurel County Homecoming Honorees. Please share fill out this Google form with your favorite candidates. Click the link ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqwRIeOJhnl1Vtrp6RnsVxlN69cqwTHD7N7uZ0pkvILX4rXg/viewform

07/15/2024

Join us Saturday, August 3rd at 11am at the Wellness Park to honor the Sheppard family and all Laurel County Champions

07/09/2024

Poker Run for the Veteran Pantry Fund - July 14, 2024

07/09/2024

Tune in at 4:30 today as Director of Public Relations and Events for London-Laurel Tourist Commission, Travis Shortt, joins Tyler Wolfe on WKCB The Killer B as he talks all things London and Laurel County tourism. Listen at 107.1 or stream at www.wkcb.com

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07/09/2024

The Kentucky Capitals Quest is a passport-style adventure designed for curious travelers seeking to uncover the Commonwealth's most unique and fascinating claims to fame. 🔎📍🌟

Join us in exploring the hidden treasures that make Kentucky a must-visit destination, ensuring your journey is filled with discovery, excitement, and the true spirit of the Bluegrass State.

Here, you'll discover charming communities, hidden gems, and captivating stories that will leave you with lasting memories—and ready to explore more!

Pick up a passport at any of the 11 visitor centers featured on Kentucky Capitals Quest tour and collect a sticker to commemorate your visit to each community. Win prizes along the way!

07/08/2024

Talking all things London .

07/08/2024

Food Truck Friday: Jeep Night Edition! 🚚🎉

Join us on July 19 for an incredible evening filled with delicious food, thrilling entertainment, and an amazing Jeep vibe!

📅 Schedule:

🎭 5:30 PM: Laugh out loud with the Flashback Theater Co.'s performance of Shakespeare's "Comedy of Errors".
🎸 6:30 PM: Groove to the timeless tunes with Silhouette, playing hits from every era!
📍 Location: 100 West Dixie Street, next to the London Community Center. The food trucks will be ready to serve from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Don’t miss out on the fun! Whether you're a foodie, a theater enthusiast, a music fan, or a Jeep lover, there's something for everyone. See you there!

Follow the event page for more details: Food Truck Fridays- Jeep Night!

07/05/2024

The 2024 Blue and Gold Battle starts tonight!

This 2-day event is hosted by the FFA and will be happening at the Laurel County Fairgrounds! Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm. Gate fee is $15 per person, pit passes are $25 per person. All proceeds support the North and South Laurel FFA Chapters.

07/05/2024

Don't let a slight chance of rain stop you from enjoying a great evening at Town Center Park tonight! Andrew Moore & H***h will kick-off the night at 7p.m. Drake White will take the stage around 8p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us for a great night in downtown London!