LOUISVILLE, Ky. — August is just around the corner, and what does that mean for Kentucky? The state fair is almost here!
The Kentucky State Fair is from Aug. 18 to 28, and is selling online advance admission pricing. Tickets are $10 per person and include parking according to a press release.
Prices at the gate are $10 per person and another $10 per vehicle.
Anyone wanting to get on the rides can pay for a one-day unlimited ride wristband online through Aug. 17 for $30, or can buy the wristband Aug. 18 to 28 for $35.
Aug. 21 is Military Sunday. Any person with a military ID can visit the fair for free with their families, however, there is a limit of four passes and parking is not covered. Thrill Ville wristbands will be 20% off and only available at the Kissel Welcome Center. There are a limit of six wristbands per military ID.
There will also be a ceremony honoring the military during the Oak Ridge Boys’ concert Aug. 21 at 8 p.m.
Aug. 23 is Senior Day where anyone over the age of 55 can visit for free, but parking isn’t included.
Those with sensory processing differences can visit on Sensory Awareness Day Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Kentucky State Fair and Kissel Entertainment is partnering with FEAT of Louisville, Home of the Innocents and Kentucky Autism Training Center to distribute free tickets.
To get tickets email melissa@featoflouisville.org with FEAT of Louisville or katc@louisville.edu with Kentucky Autism Training Center.
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