Several years ago Judge-Executive Paul Hunt Thompson began dreaming of bringing to fruition the possibility of a fair in Eastern Kentucky that would allow the children in the area to experience all the marvels of being at the State Fair in Louisville.

The counties of Floyd, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin and Pike have realized the enormous economic impact of bringing such an event to Eastern Kentucky. They have committed their time and effort toward making the East Kentucky State Fair a success. “Students and adults alike, who may never have the opportunity to travel to the Kentucky State Fair, will have the chance to experience a state fair right here in Eastern Kentucky”, said Judge-Executive Paul Hunt Thompson.

The judge-executives of the region requested the help of Big Sandy Area Development District with organizing this event. ThunderRidge Racing and Entertainment Complex was selected to be the location. Corporate sponsors were solicited, vendors were interested, Entertainment was found, a Carnival agreed to come and the rest is history.

We sincerely hope you enjoy this years fair and we plan to make it an annual event for many years to come.