ABOUT
Hillbilly Christmas in July has made a tremendous impact thanks to the help of members, volunteers and supporters in Eastern Kentucky, as well as, all around the world. The core of our work lies in the continuous passion and dedication we bring to the range of projects we take part in. Please join us by supporting our efforts to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these children who need our help.
DONATIONS RAISED
This is Where the Money Goes
Over $957,500.00 to date
so close to the Million Dollar Mark!
THOUSANDS OF MILES FOR THOUSANDS OF KIDS
Helping Those Who Need Us Most
WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
Riding Thousands of Miles for Thousands of Smiles
WIN ME!!
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
*Our Next Giveaway *
(do not need to be present
to WIN)
2025 info coming soon!
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January 27 2024 – Saturday - Hillbilly Christmas in July & The Mountain Arts Center Hosted EXILE “A Night with EXILE, “ This concert was a SOLD OUT success and a co-sponsorship with the MAC.
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May 26 2024 – Sunday – Thacker Memorial Ride for Life Motorcycle Ride (ride brought in $5,042.00 in 2023)
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June 22 2024 – Saturday – Hillbilly Christmas in July Concert @ Mountain Arts Center featuring new country artist WHEY JENNINGS & SAM LOWE, this concert is 8th in the HCIJ – Shriners Medical Center Concert Series. WHEY is an exciting addition to the concert series, grandson of Outlaw Country Music artist, WAYLON JENNINGS, & JESSI COLTER. So, WHEY comes from country music royalty and is an amazing artist in his own right. He was gifted his Grandfather’s amazing voice, concert goers are in for a real treat!
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Saturday, July 20, 2024 – The "19th" Annual Randy Jones Memorial Motorcycle Ride for the Kids – The Ride will leave the MineShaft Harley Davidson Store at 10:00 AM SHARP!
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$5,000 CASH GIVEAWAY ON THE RIDE, given out along THE RIDE route this year, money donated by various sponsors. (must be present to win)
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Some of the events HCIJ are scheduled to participate in during 2024 are:
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Hillbilly Days in Pikeville Kentucky – April 18, 19, 20 we will be set up in front of the Appalachian Wireless Center with all items
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Paintsville Kentucky’s Spring Fling or Spring Festival (no date for this yet)
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The 9th Annual Thacker Memorial Ride for Life – Sunday, May 26th
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Scheduled trip to Man ‘O War Harley Davidson in Lexington, Kentucky
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Scheduled trip to Wildcat Harley Davidson in London, Kentucky
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Kentucky Apple Festival - Paintsville Kentucky – October 4 & 5
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Jenny Wiley Festival in Prestonsburg, Kentucky – October 10, 11, 12
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HCIJ – Horse Show @ Magoffin County Horse Park – 2024 Date to be determined soon​
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Magoffin Co. Walnut Festival
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A project we are extremely proud of, The Hillbilly Christmas in July Randy Jones Memorial Park.
$300,000 unique playground is the first All-Inclusive, Universal Playground for Special Needs Kids in Kentucky.
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Dedicated to the city of Pikeville, KY - 2015
Hillbilly Christmas in July will be celebrating 20 years in 2025! We have some exciting events planned to celebrate!!
With your help, HCIJ can continue its mission of helping "Shriners Children's Lexington" Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky.
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To date, HCIJ has donated over $957,500.00 to the hospital. We are excited for this new year as we approach the MILLION DOLLAR MARK!
CONTACT US
Hillbilly Christmas in July
Box 4333, Pikeville, KY 41502
606-226-0726 or 606-205-5134