Kentucky Fair, KY Sports Venues for Events
Experience Kentucky's Best at the Kentucky State FairIntroduction
Kentucky Fair, KY
Join 600,000 visitors in Louisville for thrilling rides, delicious fair foods, and vibrant exhibits
The Kentucky State Fair is an annual celebration of all things Kentucky, showcasing the state’s rich cultural heritage, agricultural prowess and lively entertainment. Held in Louisville, it draws crowds of 600,000 with its thrilling amusement rides, mouth-watering fair foods like fried derby pie and bourbon balls, and a vibrant array of exhibits ranging from livestock showcases to arts and crafts. Visitors can enjoy live music performances, competitions highlighting everything from quilting to horse shows, and educational displays on local history and industry. The fair offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, making it a beloved event for both locals and tourists alike.
Looking to explore Louisville after the fair? Take a stroll down Museum Row and spend the day visiting nine separate museum attractions conveniently located within walking distance. Then, visit the KY Derby Museum, where the history of America’s favorite horse racing event is on display. Experience the famous Louisville Zoo, where you can observe majestic animals from around the world. Go subterranean at Mega Caverns, an old limestone quarry converted into a massive entertainment space with zip-lines, underground mountain biking and more. If that’s not enough adrenaline for you, head to Kentucky Kingdom, a 67-acre amusement park featuring over 70 family-friendly attractions and Hurricane Bay Waterpark.
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Kentucky International Convention Center
A recent $207-million renovation has transformed the Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC) into a top-tier convention center and business hub. Located in the heart of downtown Louisville, KICC is right around the corner from everything you need: delicious restaurants, bustling shops and more than 6,000 hotel rooms. The venue is both sustainably built and aesthetically beautiful, earning itself a LEED Silver Certification with natural light and views of downtown.
This state-of-the-art venue is equipped with 52 exquisite meeting rooms, a massive 200,000 square feet of contiguous Class A exhibit space, a gorgeous 40,000 square-foot ballroom and a kitchen with a 15,000 meals-per-day capacity. The tiered 165-seat conference room features a 220-inch video wall with cutting-edge audio and visual capabilities.
The Kentucky Exposition Center
The Kentucky Exposition Center—the sixth largest facility in the United States—spans 1.2 million square feet and is a premier venue for events in Louisville. Established in 1956, it hosts over 120 events annually, including conventions, trade shows and concerts. The facility boasts 19 interconnected exhibit halls, a 300-acre outdoor space and 56 flexible meeting rooms. Known for its versatility, the Expo Center can accommodate gatherings of all sizes, from intimate meetings to large-scale exhibitions like the National Farm Machinery Show and Kentucky State Fair. With its central location and extensive amenities, it continues to be a cornerstone of Louisville’s event landscape, attracting visitors and exhibitors worldwide.