Kentucky state fair free concert lineup, schedule, guide. The kentucky state parks will be at the kentucky state fair this year. A statement from fair officials encourages submissions from all age. Kentucky state fair premium books are now available online.
This opportunity is a dropoff service available to selected general department exhibits. In a sensory overload of rides, exhibits, food, crafts, animals, contests, music and games, the kentucky state fair defines the bluegrass like no other act. Kentucky state fair is a unique, familyfriendly festival in louisville that features livestock exhibits and horse shows, live music, games and activities, amusement park rides, food and merchandise vendors, and more kentucky state fair is the premier regional state fair related to the agriculture industry which is set to start on 20 august 2020, thursday in louisville, ky, united states. Livestock competition for both open and junior events include. Online entry tutorial before you begin the online entry process, please be sure you know the division and category numbers you plan to enter. Check our online events calendar regularly to make sure you dont miss anything. Come out to the expo center to experience the animals, showcases, contests, concerts, fair food, and of course the midway. Kentucky state fair horse show 1968 official program. Rules, schedules and entry forms for each category can be found in their respective premium book.
Its 400 acres are home to more than 1 million square feet of exhibit space and an arena that can seat up to 19,000 people. May 19, 2017 the kentucky state fair has announced entry deadlines for competitions such as best apple pie, best homebrew ipa. I understand that these entries are subject to the rules governing exhibits at the kentucky state fair as published in the premium list of. Whether you have what it takes to compete, or you just want to watch from afar, the kentucky state fair has a contest that will interest you. Winning recipes become the property of the kentucky pork producers and the kentucky state fair. Aug 04, 2017 teachers of agriculture will receive a login and password for the online entry system directly from the state fair in midsummer. Kentucky state fair 2020 kentucky fair destination360. In a sensory overload of rides, exhibits, food, crafts, animals, contests, music and games, the kentucky state fair defines the bluegrass like no other event. The forms are available by writing to entry department, kentucky state fair, p. Berry will be among more than 200 international, national and state aut.
Before you begin, you will need to read the information in the 2019 premium list and general rules book. Questions about state fair entries should be directed to the state fair entry department at 5023675190. These job opportunities will generate a positive ecomonic impact for the area, in addition to the revenue brought in by the state fair. Kentucky state fair worlds championship horse show. Rules, schedules and entry forms for each category can be found in their respective premium book section.
Kentucky state fair 937 phillips ln, louisville, kentucky 40209 rated 4. The kentucky department of agriculture is cooperating with usda on improving the traceability of us livestock moving interstate when animal disease events take place. Must be personally delivered, see premium book for drop off date and time. The fair became official in 1902 after being mandated by. You can find a copy of the book on our website make sure you read through all the rules thoroughly. Fairgoers prepare more than 65,000 entries to compete at the iowa state fair each year. Visitors to the booth will be able to learn more about state parks and sign up for prizes, which include overnight stays at parks. The kentucky state fair is one of the oldest fairs celebrated in the united states. Animals must be shown in the division that was entered on the official kentucky state fair entry form. Also posing nine stages, over 8 tents filled with food and tunes and more than 100 shows for every age, including the texas roadhouse concert series. This year, officials are making sure that wont happen again.
And no less than a blue ribbon is at stake for linda. Address laurel county extension office, 200 county ext rd, london, ky 40741. Kentucky state fair horse show 1968 official program on. Kentucky state fair premium book now available louisville area. No one will be admitted to the grounds during the fair without exhibitor ticket or admisson fee.
As a selfservice resource, hirenku allows you to manage your available positions and past positions, schedule oncampus interviews, register for career fairs, search for qualified candidates, and email a targeted group. As stated in the entry application, the kentucky state fair board ksfb requires personally identifiableinformation, including a social security number, for process of entry applications and payment if applicable. Jun 07, 2016 entries encouraged for 2016 ky state fair. Exhibitors of heifers must declare at time of entry on july 10, which division their animal will be enteredbreeding or market. Its beginning can be traced back to 1816 when colonel lewis sanders of fayette county, kentucky no known relation to colonel harland sanders of kentucky fried chicken fame organized the first fair in the commonwealth. The exciting and prestigious worlds championship horse show is held annually in conjunction with the kentucky state fair and crowns world champion saddlebreds, hackney ponies and road horses in different divisions.
Guest book for christopher paul of fort thomas, ky. See whos going to kentucky book fair 2020 in lexington, ky. Kansas state fair fairs kansas 4h youth development. The 2019 kentucky state fair has the concert lineup youre looking for this summer and its all free after years of performing at freedom hall, the state fair. General premium book information kentucky state fair. A kentucky state fair entry form must be submitted, along with entry fees, by july 10. Kentucky 4h would like to quantify how much better its programming efforts have made kentucky youth. Register for pride of the counties, main street kentucky, south wing shops and south wing showcase. The fair s competitive events are grouped into categories. General premium book information kentucky state fair yumpu.
Upon winning, and if you are eligible, the county fair talent show chairperson will forward the appropriate paperwork to the new york state fair. The premium book and entry form are available online at. Renowned essayist, novelist and poet wendell berry heads an allstar lineup for the 34th annual kentucky book fair. Kentucky state fair 2020 is held in louisville ky, united states, from 8202020 to 8302020 in kentucky exposition center. Kentucky state fair please list entries on back of this page. Special contests at the kentucky state fair kentucky state fair. The kentucky state fair, 18162015 the filson historical. State fair catalog 4h youth development kentucky 4h. Jun 26, 2014 the 2014 kentucky state fair is just around the corner. Click enter online on the appropriate page, or use the following links to start your online entry in a new window beginning in april. Premium list and rules of the 107th annual kentucky.
Ky sefs mission is to expand educational opportunities for all middle and high school students, and to enhance the visibility and importance of science and engineering in kentucky by providing an annual statewide competition that supports, encourages, and recognizes student excellence in science and engineering research. The kentucky state fair begins thursday, august 18 and runs until sunday, august 28. Print or use computer if possible, and supply all information requested. The kentucky state fair 2020 state fair at the kentucky. The fair was created to showcase the best of kentucky. The food exhibits need to be prepared again for state fair entry. If you are traveling through kentucky with no planned stops, we will accept your destination state s entry requirements. The kentucky state parks booth will be in the south wing during the fair, which runs aug. This information will be incorporated into the premium and rules book.
Get the latest news, schedule, lineup, performances, and photos. Kentucky state fair entry deadline august 4, 2017 all day all ffa exhibits corn, wheat, soybeans, hay, tobacco, floral designs, potted plants, landscape designs, agriscience fair displays, star exhibits, and agricultural mechanics projects must be entered using the state fair. Aug 18, 2019 police are investigating what happened at the kentucky state fair on saturday night, when fears of a mass shooting caused a panic and a louisville officer was captured on video in a heated. May 19, 2017 the kentucky state fair has announced entry deadlines for competitions such. All entry tags should be mailed out the last week of july. Parking opt to receive uptodate alerts on parking and gate traffic. Good luck and we look forward to seeing you at the fair. Kentucky state fair textiles 937 phillips lane, louisville, kentucky 40209 rated 4. Entries will not be accepted unless accompanied by the required entry fees.
Entry deadlines announced for kentucky state fair competitions. Kentucky book fair will feature more than 200 authors at. Kentucky state fair 2020louisville ky kentucky state. All the information you need to make the most of your visit to the kentucky state fair, august 1525, 2019, is at your fingertips. In order to exhibit a 4h project in cloverville, 4hers must first compete in their county and be selected as the grand champion in the class. The kentucky exposition center is one of the largest state fair facilities in america. All exhibitors must meet the kentucky state fair july 2nd entry deadline to. View our premium book, rules, livestock and general entry opportunities. Kentucky department of agriculture, university of kentucky cooperative extension and kentucky state fair has teamed up to help get your entries to the fair. Hone your craft with recipes and advice for making the best beer, mead, and cider. Nearly 200 local and national authors arrive on scene to meet fevered readers, discuss their work and be. Officials are encouraging entries for the 2016 kentucky state fair, with ribbons to be doled out in many departments. Kentucky state fair entry delivery opportunity 2018.
The kentucky state fair board will be hiring for approximately 450 temporary state fair positions. Thanks to all 1,329,275 of you for visiting us in 2019. August 21 september 7, 2020 the new york state fairgrounds hosts hundreds of events throughout the year, drawing an estimated 1 million people to an incredible variety of non fair attractions. Kentucky state fair entry delivery opportunity 2018 need help getting your entries to the kentucky state fair. If the entertainment, rides and food just arent enough for you, be sure to check out the special contests. Please read all the rules in the premium book that apply to your department. Entries encouraged for 2016 ky state fair courierjournal. In the last four years, the board has hired more than 2000 individuals for state fair employment.
May 19, 2017 more than 5,000 blue ribbons will be awarded. The kentucky state fair hosts 4h projects from across the state in cloverville. All exhibitors must meet the kentucky state fair july 2nd entry deadline to qualify. Premium list and rules of the 107th annual kentucky state. Kentucky state fair looking for entries in 31 categories. All student participants in the virtual fair will receive an event tshirt. Kentucky state fair check out the official site with the complete lineup of events and daily schedule, contest entry, ticket prices and parking, directions and maps, photos.
Heres what you need to know to join in on the fun and competition. View results for 2019 entries for the kentucky state fair. The kentucky state fair 4h events demonstrate a 4hers level of mastery in project work through completion of displayed items. Last year, a blue ribbon was awarded for a buttermilk pie that wasnt 100 percent homemade. Welcome to the kentucky state fair online poultry, pigeons and rabbits entry system. Neither the state fair nor the ffa department will be responsible for any loss or damage to the. Speaking words is undoubtedly important, but what about reading them and writing them. In an effort to do so, kentucky 4h is partnering with the kentucky center for statistics to conduct a data analysis about the postsecondary success of its members compared to the general population.
The kentucky state fair returns to louisville, august 1626 at kentucky exposition adjacent to louisville international airport. Choose your speciespurpose of entry for simplified requirements for entry into the state of kentucky. The tack stall chart was accidentally left out of the prize list, below is the chart. Share your condolences, send flowers, find funeral home information. Mark mains assistant director for 4h youth development 212 scovell hall lexington, ky 405460064 8592575961. Now in its 35th year, the kentucky book fair will be held from 9 a. Fern exposition and event services is the official decorator of the kentucky state fair. The fair brings the fun with new entertainment venues and experiences like bluegrass village and agland. George fern works with exhibitors to provide them with any decoration needs for their exhibit including tables, chairs, garbage cans and carpets. To be eligible to compete at the kentucky state fair, all 4hffa market steers. The fairs competitive events are grouped into categories.
More than 600,000 attend the nations largest indoor fair, which covers 1. Sep 18, 2014 alice hayes, chairwoman of the kentucky state fair entry department, said thursday that the pie scandal was likely to prompt internal scrutiny of judging procedures in advance of next years fair. Exhibits selected for state fair these exhibits must stay with 4h personnel in the 4h office until after the state fair closes, with the exception of food exhibits. Kentucky state fair wikipedia heres a good overview of the fair s history, as well as present day attractions with photos, related references and resources. Kentucky state fair textiles louisville, kentucky 40233 rated 4. Please refer to the right side of this page for the i want to move into ky block. Food exhibits need to be at the davis county extension office on thursday, september. Kentucky state fair 2020, a state fair in louisville, kentucky. This annual book fair in kentucky brings readers and writers together to build on these beloved pastimes. At the time of judging, he must mark the entry book to show which animals or articles were passed on by the judge. As specified in the cooperative extension services guidelines for the kentucky livestock volunteer certification program.
The junior livestock and open livestock shows are combined together in one premium book. The ksfb shall only have access to compile information that is voluntarily provided by applicants on the entry application form. Aug 29, 2014 kentucky state fair officials are investigating whether a storebought crust was used to create this years prizewinning buttermilk pie. The illinois state fair will still be showcasing some of the best livestock in the country. Mar 21, 2012 the kentucky state fair board will be hiring for approximately 450 temporary state fair positions. Cloverville consists of 18 divisions where 4hers can showcase their projects. Held annually, the book fest draws thousands of readers of all ages who welcome the occasion to meet their favorite authors and purchase signed copies of their books. Ky state fair homebrew competition american homebrewers. Currently, all livestock 18 months or older sold at a kentucky approved livestock market must be identified to the farm of origin. Tickets purchase your 2019 fair tickets directly through the app.
The kentucky department of agriculture, university of kentucky cooperative extension, and the kentucky state fair have teamed up to get your entries to the fair. Entries close on dates specified in each department. Hirenku is the best place to get started when you are interested in recruiting nku students and alumni as it is a centralized resource for all students to access. Whether its the excitement of the thrillway, the comfort of our air. Also, the worlds championship horse show is now taking electronic entries. Schedule find listings of daily events, attractions, and concerts. If you need information on finding the talent show in your county, you may contact the state fair entry department at 315. State of illinois jb pritzker, governor department of. Ap officials are seeking entries to compete for cash and blue ribbons in the upcoming kentucky state fair. Want to enter your blue ribbon worthy item to the state fair.
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