The Fair Lore Archive

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Stories, Guides & Traditions

Deep-dive articles about the history,  food,  livestock, and culture that make the Laurel County Fair special.

The Fair Returns: A New Era for Laurel County
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.

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The 10 Best Fair Foods, Ranked by a Local
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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A Beginner's Guide to Livestock Judging at the County Fair
Livestock·10 min read

A Beginner's Guide to Livestock Judging at the County Fair

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Surviving the Fair with Kids: A Parent's Playbook
Tips & Guides·7 min read

Surviving the Fair with Kids: A Parent's Playbook

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The Tractor Pull: KTA Brings the Thunder to the Grandstand
Entertainment·7 min read

The Tractor Pull: KTA Brings the Thunder to the Grandstand

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Every Ride on the Midway, Rated by Thrill Level
Entertainment·6 min read

Every Ride on the Midway, Rated by Thrill Level

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