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Don’t Miss Out on the Final Days of the 2015 Kentucky State Fair

Kentucky State FairThere is still plenty of time to get out and enjoy the final days of the 2015 Kentucky State Fair, which runs through this Sunday.

There is entertainment for everyone at the fair. Children (and kids at heart) will enjoy the performing animal acts like JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Challenge, Miller’s Border Collies, and Cuzzin’ Grumpy’s Porkchop Revue.  Fair-goers looking for thrills will want to check acts like the Chinese Acrobats of Hebei or Team FMX.

Foodies looking for something interesting for their pallets may want to try a few of the many vendors that are selling unique items like the Philly Cheesesteak Doughnut Burger, a deep fried bacon-wrapped Oreo, or some traditional Kentucky favorites with a twist like the Hot Brown on a Stick or the deep fried Derby Pie.  There are also cooking contests and demonstrations throughout the day as well.  On Friday, there’s a Taste of Beef Challenge and Cast Iron Skillet competition.  Those interested in farming will enjoy a walk through the Agriculture exhibits to see various fruits, vegetables, and grains that were grown throughout the state, including a pumpkin that weighs over 800 lbs.

KYFair15_4351Attendees interested in the performing arts won’t have to look far.  Alumni and faculty of the Jefferson County Youth Performing Arts School are performing two different musicals celebrating the history of the Constitution and the Emancipation Proclamation.  Dance lovers will also be able to see cloggers, square dancers, and other forms of dancing during the fair daily.

For the animal lovers there are sheep, swine and beef cattle competitions daily and, on Sunday, there will be a draft horse and mule pull.  For a more hands on experience with animals, there is the Discovery Farm in the exhibit hall where fair goers can see ducklings learning to swim, learn about dairy, and have a chance to see chickens hatch.  The World’s Championship Horse Show is wrapping as well.  Free seating is available in Freedom Hall starting at 9:00 AM in the Upper Level.

There is no shortage of musical entertainment either.  Visitors to the 2015 Kentucky State Fair can visit any of the many venues placed throughout the grounds.  There are a variety of bands playing all day that will surely suit everyone’s tastes.  There are also concerts nightly in the Cardinal Stadium, many of them free with fair admission.  Charlie Daniels with Colt Ford will be playing Friday at 8:00 PM and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts with Devour the Day will be playing at the same time on Saturday.  Sunday at 8:00 PM Boyz II Men and Kool & The Gang will be playing.  Tickets for this show can be purchased through Ticketmaster with prices ranging from $50 to $1800, which includes standard fair admission.

Be sure to check out our 2015 Kentucky State Fair album on Facebook for more photos of all the action.

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