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Family-Friendly Things to do in Somerset, Kentucky

Somerset, Kentucky is surrounded by natural beauty, from idyllic landscapes to rolling hills, and of course, nearby Lake Cumberland. Each year, millions of people flock to south-central Kentucky with their families to spend time in and around the lake. If you’re planning on bringing the kids down to our neck of the woods this season, we’ve got plenty of recommendations to help make your vacation an unforgettable experience you’ll treasure for years to come. Here are our top three picks of family friendly things to do in Somerset, Kentucky.

Distance from us: 4.4 miles
Hours: Every 4th Saturday from 12-6pm

From April to October on the 4th saturday of the month, historic Somerset transforms into one of the state’s largest parades for classic automobiles. Hundreds upon hundreds of classics, customs, and muscle cars gather together to cruise around town and show off. Starting at noon, you and family can come and admire cars, talk to other enthusiasts, and browse through the event’s unique vendors.

Towards the end of the day, the show vehicles exit the downtown area in a massive parade and head towards US 27. The six lane highway that cuts through the center of town is shut down so more than 1000 unique cars can cruise around for everyone to see. The Somernites Cruise is a free event designed to bring the community together and create an exciting, family friendly atmosphere.

Distance from us: 4.4 miles
Hours: Memorial Day to Labor day Monday-Saturday 11-7pm, Sunday 1-7pm

Nothing says summer like a day at the waterpark. SomerSplash is as much fun for kids as it is for adults. From fifty-foot speed slides to one of the largest lazy rivers in Kentucky, SomerSplash has it all. The SomerSplash waterpark sprawls over 20 acres full of slides, splash pads, and a variety of other exciting water features. Designed with families in mind, SomerSplash offers reservable cabanas and pavilions, with plenty of shaded seating where you can set up camp for the day.

If you’d rather lounge on the dock while everyone else wears themselves out on the slides and the wave pool, consider a “Dry Dock Admission.” This wallet-friendly option means you can soak up all the sun you want and keep an eye on the kids without getting your feet wet.

Distance from us: 8.8 miles
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 7-3pm

What started out as a road-side fruit stand in the 1870’s has grown into a staple of Pulaski County’s community. Haney’s farm covers more than 450 acres where you can enjoy more than 25 varieties of apples, 10 kinds of pears, as well as peaches and nectarines. The farm features a storefront where you can enjoy locally made jams, jellies, specialty sauces, and salsas.

Other treasures you can find in the store include:

Baskets
Hand-made toys
Honey
Molasses
Cookbooks
Gourmet cheeses
Country ham
Battlefield memorabilia

Haney’s Appledale Farm is a quaint, family-friendly atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. If you’re just shopping for some fresh goods or exploring the grounds and picking your own apples, this farm has something for everyone.

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