London, Kentucky is located in the southern part of the state, in Laurel County. It is best known as the city with the first Colonel Harlan Sanders Kentucky Fried Chicken establishment. London has the reputation of being a Kentucky vacation crossroads because it is situated on Interstate 75 near five state parks and two state parks, and the Daniel Boone and Cumberland Gap Parkways run through it. With a steady flow of tourists and an active community, London hosts attractions throughout the year, including car shows.
Cruisin' On Main is a free car show held on the third Saturday of each month from May through September. The event is located in downtown London. Cars allowed to register are street rods and hotrods, muscle cars, rare and special cars, late model cars with three modifications and cars that are over 25 years old.
Cruisin' On Main Car Show
501 South Main St.
London, KY 40741
606-862-8841
cruisinonmain.com
The World's Chicken Festival Car Show takes place as part of the activities associated with the town's annual celebration of its Kentucky Fried Chicken history. Registration is $15, as of 2010, and trophies are awarded to winners in 10 categories. This event takes place rain or shine and is free to the public. Proceeds go to Shriners Hospital for Children.
World Chicken Festival Car Show
140 West Daniel Boone Parkway
London, KY 40741
800-348-0095
chickenfestival.com
Several businesses throughout Laurel County came together and formed Children are Really Special (C.A.R.S.) The C.A.R.S and Kids classic car show is an annual event presented at South Laurel High school in London. One winner wins a thousand dollar cash prize.
C.A.R.S and Kids
524 West Laurel Rd.
London, KY 40741
606-231-4173
carsandkids.homestead.com/events.html
