The 2026 Herrington Lake Conservation League Poker Run is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, bringing boaters together for a day of recreational boating, poker hands and fundraising on Herrington Lake in Central Kentucky.
The poker run will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with hands available for $5 each. The event is open to everyone, and participants may travel by boat between participating locations or collect their cards at Pandora Marina.
Proceeds from the event will support Herrington Lake cleanup efforts, giving boaters an opportunity to spend the day on the water while contributing directly to the care of the lake.
Participating poker stops include Mid-Lake Marina, Pandora Marina, Sunset Marina, Royalty’s and Woodlawn in Rocky Fork. Boaters can visit the participating locations to collect cards during the day, while anyone who prefers to remain at Pandora Marina can collect all of the cards there.
All poker hands must be purchased and returned to Pandora Marina, 125 Pandora Drive in Harrodsburg, no later than 4 p.m. Late hands will not be accepted. Pandora Marina will serve as the central headquarters for completing and turning in poker hands. The marina’s Harrodsburg location and address are also confirmed by current Herrington Lake marina information.
The event will also feature a Swim Island Giveaway sponsored by Mary Ann Geddes of Geddes Pools Inc. Participants can enter the giveaway by signing up for the event mailing list.
The poker run is designed as a casual pleasure-boating event rather than a race. Participants can cruise Herrington Lake at their own pace, visit the card stops and enjoy a summer day on the lake with family and friends.
Current event promotion also confirms the 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. schedule and $5 poker-hand price for this year’s event.
