RV Rentals at Kentucky State Fair

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

There’s plenty to see at the Fair this year. From educational to exhilarating, we have experiences that make you love Kentucky! Hundreds of exhibits, Fair food and fun are at this year’s 11-day event.

AgLand

See more than an acre of agriculture exhibits in the South Wing A highlighting Kentucky’s farm and field heritage.

Health Horizons

Free health screenings and assessments by local medical professionals. Tour state-of-the-art medical displays, pickup free samples and donate blood.

Heritage Hall

Enjoy a free cup of coffee and join in on the music, games and singing everyday in the South Wing C rooms 109 and 112. This area is exclusive to those 55 and older.

Pride of the Counties

Travel the entire Commonwealth and discover everything Kentucky has to offer without leaving the Fair!

Main Street Kentucky

See exhibits and creative displays with hands-on activities that represent the cultural heritage and diversity of the Commonwealth.

South Wing Shops

Surround yourself with boots, candy, toys, clothes and more! With 400 vendors, you can cool off, eat funnel cake and purchase memorabilia all in one location.

Food & Music Tents

Enjoy local bands and your favorite Fair 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. You can find out more about the fair’s amenities here. 

LOCATION

937 Phillips Lane

Louisville, KY 40209-1398

RVING AT THE EVENT

You are able to camp right at the Kentucky State Fair! They offer dry camping only, in Lot F, for $TBA a night. There are no hookups available during the fair. You can find out more about camping at the fair here. If you want a campground that offers more amenities than that, there are several other places to camp nearby. 

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

• Louisville North Campground - has up to 50-amp service, WiFi, a playground, a snack bar and convenience store, showers, and laundry.

• Grandma’s RV Camping - has electric, water, and sewer hookups, WiFi, showers, and laundry.

• Louisville South KOA - offers up to 50-amp service, WiFi, a pool, fishing, a dog park, and bike rentals. 

WHERE TO STAY

RV Camping

Whether you own an RV or camper or use a rental from RVshare, RV camping is a great way to experience the fair! You’ll be able to explore the exhibits, ride the rides, and generally play all day and come home to a cozy bed with your own private bathroom!

Hotels

Louisville has a wide selection of hotel accommodations that will fit any budget. Click here to view available hotels by the Kentucky Exposition Center, home to the Kentucky State Fair.

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 ¼ 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

No information is available yet on parking, but check back here for updates.

TICKETS & PRICING

Tickets are not yet on sale. Check back here for updates.

WRAP UP

We at RVshare love helping people explore this amazing world and helping them have adventures in new areas. Whether you’re a Kentucky native, or have never been there before, attending the State Fair is a great way to learn more about Kentucky and its best parts, to eat some delicious fair food, and to make some great memories. Visiting the fair in an RV provides a stress-free experience, with your own shower and bed, and the food you like along with other comforts of home. Regardless of whether you visit the fair in an RV rental from us or use other accommodations, we’d love to see pictures of your experience! Send us photos at [email protected], and tag us on social media to share your visit. Your adventures could be featured on our blog or social media! 

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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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