Kentucky State Fair's 121st Edition: A Glimpse into Kentucky's Various Aspects
Kentucky State Fair: A Celebration of Agriculture, Heritage, and Community
The Kentucky State Fair, an annual tradition that attracts hundreds of thousands of people each year, continues to be a showcase of Kentucky's agricultural spirit and everything the state has to offer. Scheduled to take place from Aug. 14-24, the 121st edition of the fair promises a celebration of agriculture, heritage, and community with something for everyone to enjoy.
The fairgrounds will once again play host to AgLand, an area of more than an acre of agriculture exhibits. AgLand will feature Kentucky 4-H, Kentucky FFA, and other ag exhibits, reaching a broad and diverse audience. Last year, AgLand underwent changes that included more interactive and immersive exhibits, earning it a first-place award from the International Association of Fairs and Exposition.
The Kentucky State Fair encourages everyone to attend, with the organizers wanting attendees to leave with fond memories that will last a lifetime. The fair aims to create an inclusive experience for all its residents, including The Sunshine Class, an event for people with special needs to experience the agriculture industry. This year, The Sunshine Class will take place on Aug. 20 at the Kentucky State Fair.
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will be present at the fair, meeting the public, managing livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, and helping livestock producers and exhibitors protect their investments. The department also strives to educate the public about how agriculture affects everyday lives.
A $200 million appropriation for the Kentucky State Fair by the General Assembly will fund planned renovations aimed at creating a better experience for fairgoers in the coming years. The renovations are expected to improve the fairgrounds, making it an even more enjoyable experience for all.
In addition to AgLand, the fair will also offer Kentucky's leading youth livestock exhibitors the opportunity to compete for the highest honors of the livestock show season. The World's Championship Horse Show will also return, adding to the excitement of the fair.
The Kentucky State Fair is more than just a fair; it's a celebration of the state's heritage and community. Kentucky's commodity groups serve delicious meals at the Great Kentucky Cookout Tent, giving fairgoers a taste of Kentucky's finest cuisine.
As the Commissioner of Agriculture, Jonathan Shell is committed to ensuring the success of the Kentucky State Fair. He looks forward to another memorable year of agriculture, heritage, and community at the fair.
For up-to-date details on the 2021 fair, checking official 2021 archives or announcements from the Kentucky State Fair or Kentucky Department of Agriculture would be necessary.
- The Kentucky State Fair, a celebration of agriculture, heritage, and community, is offering a broad and diverse audience the opportunity to immerse themselves in ag exhibits like Kentucky 4-H and Kentucky FFA, as part of AgLand.
- The department of education and self-development, led by Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell, is committed to ensuring the success of the Kentucky State Fair, creating an inclusive experience for all residents, including those with special needs.
- The Kentucky State Fair serves as a platform for Kentucky's home-and-garden enthusiasts as they can taste the state's finest cuisine at the Great Kentucky Cookout Tent, where commodity groups offer delicious meals.
- In an effort to create a better experience for fairgoers, the Kentucky State Fair will undergo planned renovations funded by a $200 million appropriation from the General Assembly, expected to improve the fairgrounds and make it even more enjoyable.
