Western Kentucky State Fair

09/16/2026

Complete your waivers in advance if you are parking in the pit area.

https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/kje7jtq4cba77wxqvzaajc/web/

08/13/2026

Don’t miss the Fall Pull at the Western Ky Fairgrounds!!

08/07/2026

07/08/2026

🎡❤️ THANK YOU TO OUR INCREDIBLE SPONSORS! ❤️🎡

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to every sponsor who helped make this years WKSF celebration such a tremendous success.

Your generosity, partnership, and commitment to our community made it possible for thousands of families to enjoy nine days filled with rides, entertainment, livestock shows, competitions, delicious fair food, and lifelong memories.

Celebrating 75 years of the Western Kentucky State Fair was truly something special, and we couldn't have done it without the businesses and organizations that continue to invest in this cherished tradition.

Please join us in supporting the local businesses that support our fair and our community throughout the year.

From all of us at the Western Kentucky State Fair...thank you for helping make our 75th Anniversary one to remember! We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

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07/05/2026

Fireworks are still on for tonite!!! There could possibly be a delay.

Pulls are cancelled….. rides will reopen!!!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th!!! We hope to see you today at the Western Kentucky State Fair!!
There’s lots of exciting events today and of course Fireworks tonite!!

07/01/2026

🎡🇺🇸 WEDNESDAY IS MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS DAY AT THE 75TH WESTERN KENTUCKY STATE FAIR! 🇺🇸🎡

Today, we proudly honor the men and women who serve and protect our communities and our country.

🎟️ FREE Admission for Active Duty Military, Dependents, Veterans, and First Responders with a valid ID.

🚪 Gates Open: 4:30 PM

🎡 Rides Open: 5:00 PM

🎢 $25 Unlimited Ride Armbands available all evening.
⭐ Military & First Responders Ride Armbands are just $10!

Today's highlights include:

🚜 6:00 PM – Pedal Pull Competition

🏁 7:00 PM – Mini Outlaw Pulls in the Grandstand

🌭 7:00 PM – Hot Dog Eating Contest in the Convention Center

😂 NEW THIS YEAR! FREE Comedy Show at 7:30 PM featuring Jeremiah Martin and headliner Jake Hovis.

Bring the family, enjoy great food, exciting entertainment, and help us celebrate 75 years of Western Kentucky State Fair tradition!

📍 Richards Street • Hopkinsville, KY

06/30/2026

🎡⚡ TUESDAY IS PENNYRILE ELECTRIC DAY AT THE 75TH WESTERN KENTUCKY STATE FAIR! ⚡🎡

Join us on Tuesday, June 30th, for another exciting night as we celebrate 75 years of fair fun!

🎟️ Pennyrile Electric members receive FREE admission with coupon until 6:00 PM!

🚪 Gates Open – 4:30 PM

🎡 Rides Open – 5:00 PM

🎢 Unlimited Ride Armbands – Just $25! Ride all night long!

🐴 Visit the beautiful Durham Clydesdales

🐐 Stop by the Petting Zoo, open nightly in the Livestock Pavilion.

Little Roy and Lizzy (2 shows) - Gazebo --- 6PM & 7:30PM

🏁 7:00 PM – Go-Kart Races in the Grandstand

🍔 Enjoy all your favorite fair food, exciting rides, games, and family fun as we continue celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Western Kentucky State Fair!

📍 Richards Street • Hopkinsville, KY