The Kentucky State Fair is here and there’s so much to do. Never fear. The staff at Louisville Public Media have you covered with their must-do fair activities.
All over the fairgrounds and expo center, there are things to see, smell, do and taste during the Kentucky State Fair.
It can be overwhelming to narrow down which activities and attractions to check out,so I asked Louisville Public Media staff for their recommendations.
One thing they highlighted is the spectacle of the agriculture and livestock on display.
LPM business and development reporter Jacob Munoz said he’s only been to the fair once, but the weighing of the giant produce impressed him.
Last year, he saw a 1,500-pound pumpkin win the grand prize. He was with LPM city politics and government reporter Roberto Roldan, who said he got to take home seeds from that pumpkin.
“I would highly recommend going to see what kinds of crazy things the farmers and people in this state are growing, and why they're doing it,” Munoz said.
Animals at the fair are also LPM favorites.
“Take a look at those farm animals. Get your eyes on some goats, some pigs, some big old rabbits,” said John Boyle, LPM’s news editor.
I’m partial to the goats myself — particularly the costume contest. The children who show the goats wear matching costumes. I’m expecting lots of Ken and Barbie-themed looks this year.
LPM staffers also suggested seeing the rooster crowing competition, herding dogs and baby chick incubator.
Of course, there’s also the baby duck slide. LPM employees agree you can’t miss seeing the cutest ducklings slipping down a tiny slide after they jump to get food.
Then there’s the food. Deep-fried Oreos. BBQ pork butt on a stick. Deep-fried Derby pie. Bourbon ball milkshakes. Deep-fried anything and everything.
Source: lpm.org
Photo Credit: Kentucky State Fair
Categories: Kentucky, Rural Lifestyle