Kentucky State Fair Begins Hiring for August Event
With the Kentucky State Fair just over one month away, the event announced open job interviews to fill hundreds of positions with responsibilities ranging from guest services to operations. Starting...
View ArticleJoin Us in August: A Letter to Kentuckians
Imagine this: it’s mid-August, you’re basking in the aroma of farm-fresh delicacies and deep-fried delights and taking a beaming snapshot with Freddy Farm Bureau at the Kentucky State Fair. Whether you...
View ArticleLast Week For Early Bird Tickets
The Kentucky State Fair announced this week as the final week to purchase $9 early bird tickets, which include parking. Early bird tickets are on sale at participating Kroger locations around the...
View ArticleNew Latin Music Fest Invites Kentuckians To Celebrate Last Day of the Fair
LouCity Meet & Greet, Salsa Dancing, and Music Performances The Kentucky State Fair announced Latin Music Fest, a brand-new activation taking place on the last day of the Fair, August 27. Fairgoers...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair Announces BEERFEST Early Bird Tickets Now Available
$15 early bird tickets available through August 15 Early bird admission for BEERFEST at the Kentucky State Fair is available online today. Participants will be able to sample drinks from some of the...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair Offers a Special Discount for JCPS Students and Families
One-day promotion that includes free admission for students with parent or guardian The Kentucky State Fair announces a special one-day deal as JCPS delays the start of school. Families can experience...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair Wraps Up Another Year of Fun and Bringing Kentucky Together
The 119th Kentucky State Fair celebrated a successful year of bringing Kentuckians together, with all 120 counties represented, to enjoy 11 days of live entertainment, agriculture, animals, education,...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair 2023 Breaks Recent Attendance Records
The 2023 Kentucky State Fair welcomed more than 599,000 people for the fair and the 120th World’s Championship Horse Show, which takes place during the fair. Despite several days of severe heat, this...
View ArticleTextiles Department: More Options Than Balls of Yarn in Your Closet
One department, 16 divisions, nearly 300 classes – it’s all within the Textiles Department. Whether you fancy quilting or crocheting or maybe knitting is more your speed, there’s a place for your...
View ArticleEntering the Kentucky State Fair: A Guide
Tens of thousands of entries come through the Kentucky State Fair portal every year. From the 17 different departments in the East and West Halls to eight different species shown in the Livestock...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair Announces Entertainment Acts for the August Event, Early...
Celebrating 120 Years, 120 Counties at the Kentucky State Fair LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 5, 2024) — It’s time to snag the best tickets available for the 120th Kentucky State Fair, happening August 15-25....
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Ky State Fair Entries: Something for Everyone
When it comes to the entries at the Kentucky State Fair, the more the merrier is the best motto. There’s no need to pigeonhole yourself to one craft. If you’re an artist of many talents, show them all...
View ArticleKentucky State Fair Announces Special Promotion Days to Return
The Kentucky State Fair is excited to announce the special promotional days fairgoers have come to know and love will return. The fair runs August 15-25, 2024, and will offer multiple discounts...
View ArticleCelebrating 120 Years, 120 Counties at the Kentucky State Fair
As we approach the 120th Kentucky State Fair, we are reminded of the rich tradition representing the heart of the Commonwealth. This special anniversary is not just a number; it symbolizes our state’s...
View ArticleKy State Fair Begins Hiring Blitz
With the Kentucky State Fair exactly one month away, it’s time for the event to find enthusiastic, excited workers to fill hundreds of temporary positions with responsibilities ranging from guest...
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2024 Kentucky State Fair Opening Day Events
Join us for several events on the opening day of the 120th Kentucky State Fair recognizing and honoring the Commonwealth’s heritage, heritage, and culture. All events listed below occur on August 15,...
View ArticleKissel Entertainment to Unveil One-Of-A-Kind Popcorn Cow Containers at...
Kissel Entertainment, one of the nation’s premiere family entertainment providers, is set to debut their latest innovation at this year’s Kentucky State Fair. Designed in collaboration with Fare Foods...
View ArticleExperience the Flavors of Kentucky at The Great Kentucky Proud Cook Out Tent
A full fair experience is never complete without sampling a few festive fair treats, and there’s certainly no shortage of options for foodies of all kinds at the Kentucky State Fair. For the third year...
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KY State Fair’s Entertainment Provider First to Receive Sensory Inclusive...
Kissel Entertainment is thrilled to announce that we have become the first traveling entertainment provider to be Sensory Inclusive certified by KultureCity. We are excited to debut this certification...
View ArticleThe People Behind the Fair
There are hundreds of people who work hard year-round to make sure the Kentucky State Fair is as spectacular as it can be. They spend countless hours planning, preparing, and executing the event....
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