LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Before you eat your funnel cakes, visit the livestock and ride the attractions at the Kentucky State Fair this week, there are important policies to catch up on. The fair said Monday that masks are required indoors but not outdoors, complying with Kentucky's mask requirement in state government buildings.


What You Need To Know

  • The Kentucky State Fair kicks off this week

  • Masks are required indoors but not outdoors

  • Fairgoers under 18 years old entering after 6 p.m. must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 21 years of age or older

  • The fair also provided information on how to access the event and nearby road closures

In addition, fairgoers under 18 years old entering after 6 p.m. must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 21 years of age or older, the fair said. Proof of age is required, and IDs will be verified at the gate.

The fair also provided information on how to access the event and nearby road closures. Guests planning to attend the fair should use Gates 1, 4 and 6. Those who want to visit Kentucky Kingdom on weekends can use Gate 2. Any Kentucky Kingdom visitors who use a different gate will be required to pay fair admission and parking. During weekdays, when the amusement park is closed, Gate 2 will be used for fairgoers.

During weekends, the portion of Phillips Lane between Freedom Way and the interstate overpass will be temporarily closed all day on Aug. 21-22 and 28-29.

The 2021 Kentucky State Fair will run from Aug. 19-29 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. The event celebrates the best of the Bluegrass State by highlighting the commonwealth’s history, heritage and culture. The annual summertime celebration features the World’s Championship Horse Show, exhibits, livestock, food, rides, entertainment and concerts included with admission.