RV Rentals at Kentucky State Fair

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

See more than an acre of agriculture exhibits in the South Wing A of the State Fair, highlighting Kentucky’s farm and field heritage. Free health screenings and assessments by local medical professionals at the Health Horizons display. Tour state-of-the-art medical displays, pick up free samples, and donate blood in one area. At Heritage Hall, enjoy a free cup of coffee and join in on the music, games, and singing in the South Wing C rooms 109 and 112. This area is exclusive to those 55 and older.

Travel the entire Commonwealth and discover everything Kentucky has to offer without leaving the Fair at the Pride of the Counties area. At Main Street Kentucky, you can see exhibits and creative displays with hands-on activities that represent the cultural heritage and diversity of the Commonwealth. At the South Wing Shops, you can find 400 vendors selling merchandise and food.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

The Kentucky State Fair offers plenty of amenities. Wheelchairs and strollers are available to rent, and there are free rides on the State Fair trams throughout the grounds. Information booths are stations throughout the fairgrounds also. There are areas for diaper changing and a “Rock ‘N Relax Baby Care Center” for nursing and changing. There are ATMs in several places, as well as first aid stations. 

LOCATION

The Kentucky State Fair is held at the Kentucky State Fairgrounds complex, found on the south end of Louisville.

937 Phillips Lane Louisville, KY 40209

RVING AT THE EVENT

RV camping is available right at the Kentucky State Fair, and it’s all in Lot L of the parking area for the Kentucky Exposition Center. Dry camping is the only option for the fair, but staying right within the gates makes it easy to enjoy the fair every single day.

Here are some tips for camping at the Kentucky State Fair:

• Plan to arrive at the fairgrounds prior to 11 p.m., which is when the gates close. Those who arrive after this time may need to contact the main office to gain entry, and entry is not guaranteed after this time. 

• Every campsite may have one companion vehicle for free, but you will need to obtain a parking tag upon arrival to make sure you don’t pay additional parking fees when coming and going to the fair.

• Generators may be used during all hours at the campground. Aside from generators, quiet hours take place after 10 p.m. nightly.

• Reservations are required. The cost to stay overnight during the fair is $55 per night.

WHERE TO STAY

Sometimes, the campground at the Kentucky State Fair fills up quickly, so you should consider staying at another campground in Louisville. There are also some hotels nearby to choose from.

• The Derby Park Campground & RV Park offers water for holding tanks, an on-site dump station, 20, 30, and 50-amp service, showers, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour security. There is also an outdoor grill and patio at the Odyssey Deck.

• The Louisville South KOA offers up to 50-amp service, Wi-Fi, a pool, fishing, a dog park, and bike rentals. There is also a dump station that you may use as either a guest or as a non-guest for a small fee.

• The Sleep Inn Louisville Airport & Expo is a hotel just across the street from the fairgrounds. It has two pools, free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. 

HOW TO GET THERE

Directions from I-65 Northbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 131B) and follow the signs to Gate 1, the main entrance.

Directions from I-65 Southbound: Take Exit 132 to Crittenden Drive and merge to the far left. Gate 4 to the Fair/Expo Center will be directly on the left after the Cracker Barrel restaurant. Or continue along Crittenden Drive to Gate 2, which will be on the left. To enter Gate 1, the main entrance, go past Exit 132 and continue to Exit 131B, approximately 1/4 mile down I-65. Follow the Fair/Expo Center signs to the Main Gate.

Directions from I-264 Westbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 11) and follow the signs to Gate 1. Or proceed further to Crittenden Drive to enter Gates 2 or 4. Exit 12 is Preston Highway (Highway 61). Take a right off the exit and follow Preston to Gate 6, which will be on the left between Sleep Inn and Thornton’s Gas Station.

Directions from I-264 Eastbound: Exit at the Fair/Expo Center (Exit 11) to Crittenden Drive. Proceed to Gates 2 and 4 which will be on the right. Or continue past the Crittenden Drive exit to I-65 and Fair/Expo Center (Exit 12) and follow the signs to Gate 1.

PARKING

Parking fees may apply for visitors at the Kentucky State Fair. However, campers with a vehicle pass do not need to pay additional fees past the front gate entrance for parking.

TICKETS & PRICING

Children five and under may enter the fair for free. All others will need to purchase a $10 ticket in advance or at the fair to enter. Additional tickets are available for Thrill Ville for $35 per person for unlimited rides.

WRAP UP

Whether you’re a Kentucky native or not, attending the Kentucky State Fair is a great way to learn more about this state, to eat some delicious fair food, and to make some great memories. Visiting the fair in an RV provides a stress-free experience since you have your own shower and bed, and you will be within walking distance of all the attractions every day.  For more updates about the Kentucky State Fair, check out the event’s official Facebook page.

Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page .

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