Kentucky State Fair breaks records in international fair competition with 11 awards in 120th Anniversary year
Staff report The Kentucky State Fair has been recognized by the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) with 11…
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Following 11-day run that saw record daily crowds, Kentucky State Fair puts wrap on 120th year
The 120th Kentucky State Fair ended on a high note Sunday with great weather, big crowds, and unique activities. Throughout…
Kelly and Joe Craft bid record-setting $10.5 million for Kentucky State Fair’s grand champion ham
Thursday’s 60th annual Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) Country Ham Breakfast and Charity Auction at the Kentucky State Fair brought in…
KDFWR offers Kentuckians plenty of opportunities to connect with the outdoors at Kentucky State Fair
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is offering plenty of opportunities for Kentuckians to connect with the outdoors…
National Civics Bee Kentucky State Finals to be held on August 22 at state fair in Louisville
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation will host the National Civics Bee Kentucky State Finals on Thursday, August 22 at the Kentucky…
Opinion – Jonathan Shell: Join me in celebrating all things Kentucky at 120th State Fair Aug. 15-25
Get ready, Kentucky! It’s almost time for 11 days of food, fun, and fellowship at the Kentucky State Fair Aug….
Kentucky Venues hiring temporary employees for state fair; application period open through July 26
With the Kentucky State Fair exactly one month away, it’s time for the event to find enthusiastic, excited workers to…
Opinion – David Beck: Celebrating 120 Years, 120 counties at Kentucky State Fair Aug. 15-25
As we approach the 120th Kentucky State Fair, we are reminded of the rich tradition representing the heart of the…
Kentucky State Fair, August 15-25, announces special promotional days for discounts
The Kentucky State Fair has announced the special promotional days fairgoers have come to know and love will return. The fair…
Entries open for 120th Kentucky State Fair August 15-25; entry deadline July 10, late entries July 17
The Kentucky State Fair is gearing up to celebrate a major milestone anniversary – 120 years of highlighting the best…
Kentucky by Heart: Annual visit to Kentucky State Fair lives up to hype as ‘Summer Summed Up’
By Steve Flairty NKyTribune columnists A visit to the annual Kentucky State Fair might aptly compare to a “one stop…
1,270 pound pumpkin, 278 pound watermelon get champion ribbons in “largest” contest at State Fair
The Kentucky State Fair continues its long tradition of crowning the largest pumpkin and watermelon grown from Bluegrass soil. This…
KY State Fair celebrates opening ceremony, Kentucky Commodity Breakfast; fair runs through August 27
The Kentucky State Fair kicked off the best 11 days of summer this week with opening ceremonies and The Kentucky…
National Civics Bee state finals to be held August 18 at KY State Fair; three NKY students competing
Kentucky Chamber Foundation will hold the National Civics Bee Kentucky State Finals on August 18 at 2 p.m. at the…
New Latin Music Fest added to Kentucky State Fair’s last day — enjoy salsa dancing and more
The Kentucky State Fair announced Latin Music Fest, a brand-new event taking place on the last day of the Fair,…
Ryan Quarles: All Kentuckians invited to experience the best of our state at 119th Kentucky State Fair
I’m excited to once again be able to join Kentucky residents for the Kentucky State Fair, Aug. 17-27 at the…
Only one week remains to get discounted early bird tickets to Kentucky State Fair; prices increase Aug. 5
The Kentucky State Fair says this the final week to purchase $9 early bird tickets, which include parking. Early bird…
KY State Fair to offer special ticketed days including $5 Monday, Senior Day and Sensory Awareness Day
The Kentucky State Fair has announced it will again offer special ticketed days during its run August 17-27 and giving…
Kentucky State Fair adds three more acts to round out its concert series; here’s the full lineup
The Kentucky State Fair is rounding out its Texas Roadhouse Concert Series announcements with three more acts. Joining the lineup are The Oak Ridge…
Experience ‘summer summed up’ with entertainment, food, Beerfest and more at KY State Fair Aug 17-27
There’s no place like the Kentucky State Fair where you can find “summer summed up.” The beloved annual event deeply…
KDFWR offering special programs, activities during Kentucky State Fair starting Thursday
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is bringing the outdoors to the Kentucky State Fair, now underway. Fairgoers…
Plan a trip to the Kentucky State Fair — and make a visit of the 4-H’s ‘Cloverville’ part of your experience
By Owen Prim 4-H Extension Agent The Kentucky State Fair runs August 18-28 at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center…