Perry County Events Calendar Guides Tourism, Strengthens Community Life
Perry County maintains a public events calendar and tourism guide that lists recurring attractions and seasonal programs important to civic life and the local economy. For residents this centralized calendar helps families, small businesses, and community organizations plan, and it highlights opportunities for healthy outdoor recreation, fresh food access, and year round cultural gatherings.
The county’s public events calendar and tourism guide serves as a central reference for a slate of recurring events that shape Perry County life throughout the year. Key listings include the Perry County Farmers Market, the Perry County Fair held the third weekend in June, the Ben Braman Trails at Perry County Park, Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park trout releases, the Drift Appalachia rides and car shows, the Black Gold Festival in September, and the December Christmas in a Small Town programming with a tree lighting, a Parade of Lights, vendors and family activities. Residents can view the calendar at hazardperrytourism.com for dates and details.
These gatherings matter beyond entertainment. The farmers market expands access to fresh, local produce that supports nutrition and food security, while outdoor assets like the Ben Braman Trails encourage physical activity and mental health through accessible green space. Seasonal festivals and car shows bring visitors who support local restaurants, shops, and vendors, sustaining jobs and small business income across the county.
Public health and safety are central to making these events inclusive and resilient. Large gatherings require coordination with emergency medical services, availability of first aid, accessible routes for people with mobility challenges, and planning to reduce the spread of communicable disease when needed. Event organizers and county agencies should prioritize outreach to older adults, families with limited transportation, and low income residents so programming does not become accessible only to those with means.
From a policy perspective, maintaining and promoting a well curated events calendar is a cost effective investment in community health and economic equity. Consistent scheduling gives nonprofits and volunteer groups predictability for staffing and funding, and it allows public health and safety partners to align resources across the season. For residents, the calendar is a practical planning tool and a way to connect with longstanding traditions and new opportunities alike.
For the latest listings and program information visit hazardperrytourism.com. Local leaders and health partners say continued collaboration will be necessary to keep events safe, welcoming, and equitable for all Perry County residents.
