The Fair Lore Archive
Stories, Guides & Traditions
Deep-dive articles about the history, food, livestock, and culture that make the Laurel County Fair special.
Heritage·12 min read
The Fair Returns: A New Era for Laurel County
After years without a fair, the inaugural Southeast Kentucky Fair arrives at the Wilderness Road Event Center — bringing rides, livestock, and community back to Laurel County.
Food·8 min read
The 10 Best Fair Foods, Ranked by a Local
We ate our way through every food stand on the midway so you don't have to. From funnel cakes to birria tacos, here's our definitive, completely unbiased ranking of the best eats.
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Livestock·10 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Livestock Judging at the County Fair
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Tips & Guides·7 min read
Surviving the Fair with Kids: A Parent's Playbook
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Entertainment·7 min read
The Tractor Pull: KTA Brings the Thunder to the Grandstand
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Entertainment·6 min read