Every June, Shelby County Fairgrounds in Shelbyville, KY, hosts a six-day fair, packed with livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, horse shows, carnival rides, and other family-friendly entertainment. Separate attention is drawn to contests, such as Miss Kentucky County Fair, Miss Teen Kentucky, and even Little Miss/Mister. Other exciting parts of the program include Garden Tractor Pull, Truck Pull, Demolition Derby, Coca-Cola Talent Classic, County Dog Show, and events alike.
Tickets
Admission commonly cost $5 on Monday through Wednesday and $10 on Thursday through Saturday. You can also purchase a wristband for $15. Ten-year-olds and under get in for free.
Location
Shelby County Fair is situated in Shelbyville, a suburb in the Louisville Metropolitan area. The Fairgrounds lies only 31 miles (50 km) east of Louisville and is easily reachable via I-64 E. The map below showcases all available accommodations for your stay nearby.