The Biggest Small-Town Fourth of July Celebration
A week-long, community-wide celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary by showcasing the people, places, and experiences that define the Lake Cumberland region.
JUNE 25 - JULY 4, 2026
LIVE MUSIC • CLASSIC CARS • FIREWORKS • FAMILY FUN
Join the Celebration!
Lake Cumberland 250 will feature events across Somerset, Burnside, and Pulaski County, blending live music, classic cars, family fun, and patriotic traditions while inviting local businesses and organizations to participate in a shared regional moment.
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Classic Movie Night: 'Grease'
Thursday, June 25
Join us for an all-American classic, Grease, starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John at The Virginia in downtown Somerset.
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The Highwaymen Show: American Outlaw Tribute
Friday, June 26
A tribute to the legendary music of Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson at The Virginia.
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Burnside Meet & Greet
Friday, June 26
Kick off a Somernites Cruise weekend by coming out to Cole Park for the Burnside Meet & Greet, presented by the City of Burnside!
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Somernites Soapbox Derby
Saturday, June 27
Divisions for youth, teens and adults. Sponsored by Readers to Leaders, the Somerset-Pulaski Chamber of Commerce and The Urban Stillhouse.
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Somernites Cruise
Saturday, June 27
10th Annual "Somernites Cruise Truckin' Nationals" Showcase sponsored by Auto Kustoms & LMC Truck at Fountain Square in Downtown Somerset!
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Burnside Fourth of July Celebration
Saturday, June 27
Music, food trucks, family fun and fireworks at Cole Park in Burnside!
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MMF Open Mic Night
Wednesday, July 1
Bring your best tunes to Finders Keepers at The Makers Mill in downtown Somerset for a night of great music!
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PBR American Freedom Invitational
Friday and Saturday, July 3-4
A ticketed professional bull riding event celebrating the grand opening of Horse Soldier Farms distillery.
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Fireworks at Pulaski County Park
Saturday, July 4
Enjoy this annual celebration featuring food trucks, live music and fireworks over the water at dark.
Community Events & Specials
Lake Cumberland 250 is designed to be more than a series of events — it is a community-wide initiative that invites participation from businesses, organizations, venues, and community groups throughout the region. Check out these events from our partners across Pulaski County! If you would like to host an event or offer a special during the Lake Cumberland 250 celebration, fill out our form to participate!
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Hosted by the Somerset-Pulaski County Morning Rotary Club, this race will be held at the Lake Cumberland Regional Airport. Details to be announced.
Plan your visit
Our communities are rich with authentic southern Kentucky experiences that will make you want to return year after year.
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Downtown Somerset
A beautiful blend of commerce, art, music, outdoor adventure, bourbon and agriculture.
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Burnside
Small-town Kentucky meets big-time adventure in Burnside, the only town on Lake Cumberland.
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Pulaski County
On the water or off, there are adventures around every corner in The Capital of Lake Cumberland.
