859-356-3738
The fair is planned and conducted according to Kentucky department
of agricultural for the use of state funds
About
The Kenton County Fair is planned and operated by the Kenton County Fair Board, Inc. All operating funds come from gate fees, donations, sponsorships and matching funds from Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Any questions or concerns may be directed to President Allen Jones or any Fair Board Member at 859-356-3738.
2013 marked the 25th anniversary of the Kenton County Fair 4H Livestock Show and Sale. Hundreds of Kenton County's youth have participated in this program to learn how to care for and market their animals. Initially starting with only 7 children showing and selling 7 steers, this program has grown to more than 29 children showing 8 steers, 14 hogs, and 12 lambs at the 2013 event. This program has provided valuable growth and knowledge as well as financial support for these youngsters with many using their earnings to help fund a college education. Our supporters have helped fund educational programs and awards for participants. Additionally, donations from this program have provided Livestock Pavillion and covered walkway. We are grateful to our sponsors and volunteers, as this program would not be possible without their generous support.
Entering Exhibits in the Fair
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In order to enter an exhibit into the Kenton County Fair you must obtain an exhibitor's number.
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If you already have a number it is not necessary to obtain a new number, you may use your number from the previous year(s).
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If you (or your child) has a 4H exhibitor's number you must keep the 4H prefix!
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If you do not record your number EXACTLY as it is given to you it may result in not receiving a premium check.
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If you have a question regarding your number or need to obtain one you may call the Kenton County Cooperative Extension Service at 859-356-3738 Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm.
Exhibit Entry Times:
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4H Exhibits - Sunday July 9, 2023 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. in 4-H Barn
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FFA Exhibits (Excluding Livestock) - Sunday, July 9, 2023 - 1 :00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. in Livestock Barn
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Open Class Exhibits - Sunday, July 9, 2023 - 1 :00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. William E. Durr Barn
For questions regarding the Pit Events, Pageant, Horse Show, Livestock Event, Booth Rentals or for general questions please call the Fair Grounds Office at 859-356-3738 (Fair office is ONLY open two weeks prior to the fair from 9am-4pm Monday-Friday).
Kenton County Fair Board
Board of Directors:
Cap Kiser - Member, Director, President
Kevin McCarty - Member, Director, Vice-President
Mike McDonald- Member, Director, Treasurer
Kara Adkins-Gurley - Member, Director, Secretary
Larry Mains - Member, Director
Kevin Stamper - Member, Director
Rita Funke - Member, Director
Nancy Kloentrup - Honorary Member, Director
Brandon Williams - Member, Director
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Honorary Members:
Bill Eddins
Wally Gentry
David Jackson
Allen Jones
Genita Kiser
Milton Mains
Larry Maxey
Scott Parker
Tina Snelling
Bud Wills
Cathy Kunkel Mains
Rita Funke
Associate Members:
Jared Jenkins
Tracy Richardson
Members:
Amy Nienaber
Art Darnell
Bill Funke
Bill McCardle
Brandon Williams
Brandy Fryatt
Brian Gurley
Cathy Mains
Cheyenne E Kiser
Chris Mann
Colleen Adkins
Courtney Roark
Danny Shaw
David Grizzell
Dean Dressman
Doug Garner
Ed Zimmer
Gary Spegal
Genita Kiser
Janet Frohlich
Jeri Zimmer
Jimmy Grizzell
Joe Schmiade
Jordan Crail
Justin LaFollette
Kelli Williams
Kim Waymeyer
Laine Marshall
Lloyd Spegal
Mallory Trentcamp
Mary Ann Roark
Michelle Huelsman
Mike Penick
Mitchell Trentcamp
Mollie Shaw
Patsy Carter
Patty Bray
Rhonda McCardle
Sarah LaFollette
Shelley McCarty
Spencer Grizzell
Stephen Jones
Terry Penick
Todd Kloentrup
Tony Bach
Trevia Cooke
Kenton County Fair Board
Board of Directors:
Cap Kiser - Member, Director, President
Kevin McCarty - Member, Director, Vice-President
Mike McDonald- Member, Director, Treasurer
Kara Adkins-Gurley - Member, Director, Secretary
Larry Mains - Member, Director
Kevin Stamper - Member, Director
Rita Funke - Member, Director
Nancy Kloentrup - Honorary Member, Director
Brandon Williams - Member, Director
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Honorary Members:
Bill Eddins
Wally Gentry
David Jackson
Allen Jones
Genita Kiser
Milton Mains
Larry Maxey
Scott Parker
Tina Snelling
Bud Wills
Cathy Kunkel Mains
Rita Funke
Associate Members:
Jared Jenkins
Tracy Richardson
Deceased Honorary Members:
Stanley E. Bird
Harold Bray
Renate Burden-Jones
Charlie Casey
Georgie Casey
Cecil Cummins
William E. Durr
Gilmore Eckerle
David Kannady
Roy Klein
Stella Klein
Dexter LaFollette
Ruth Marcum
Orville Menefee
Matilda Richardson
Warren VanHorn
Julia Wicklund
Robert G. Maddox
Members:
Amy Nienaber
Art Darnell
Bill Funke
Bill McCardle
Brandon Williams
Brandy Fryatt
Brian Gurley
Cathy Mains
Cheyenne E Kiser
Chris Mann
Colleen Adkins
Courtney Roark
Danny Shaw
David Grizzell
Dean Dressman
Doug Garner
Ed Zimmer
Gary Spegal
Genita Kiser
Janet Frohlich
Jeri Zimmer
Jimmy Grizzell
Joe Schmiade
Jordan Crail
Justin LaFollette
Kelli Williams
Kim Waymeyer
Laine Marshall
Lloyd Spegal
Mallory Trentcamp
Mary Ann Roark
Michelle Huelsman
Mike Penick
Mitchell Trentcamp
Mollie Shaw
Patsy Carter
Patty Bray
Rhonda McCardle
Sarah LaFollette
Shelley McCarty
Spencer Grizzell
Stephen Jones
Terry Penick
Todd Kloentrup
Tony Bach
Trevia Cooke
HONORARY MEMBER MEMORIAL ATTRACTION
The Kenton County Fair Board has completed Phase I of creating a memorial attraction on the Fair Grounds as a tribute to living and deceased honorary members. A perpetual memorial attraction in the form of a eye-catching monument, recognizing honorary members and celebrating their accomplishments, has been erected near Champion Point. The dedication ceremony was Monday July 16, 2012 and was well attended. Phase II has also been completed in the form of a flag pole donated by Bluegrass Electric and installed by Fair Board members.
The Kenton County Fair Honorary Members Memorial Committee acknowledges and thanks the following donors who contributed to the purchase of the monument:
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Kenton County Fair Board
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Raymond and Eula LaFollette Family
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John Reeves and Rhonda LaFollette Reeves
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Robert G. Maddox
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Independence Cemetery
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Justin and Aaron LaFollette
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Spegal Farm
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David Jackson
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Frank Jackson
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Todd & Nancy Kloentrup
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Milton and Cathy Kunkel-Mains
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Faye and Janet Bray
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Dixie Dressman
The Kenton County Fair Honorary Members Memorial Committee acknowledges and thanks the following Phase II donors:
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William E. Durr Family
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Maxey
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Lori Maxey Collins
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Warren Richardson
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Annette Eckerle Bishop
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Jackie Gentry
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Bluegrass Electric
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The Charles and Georgia Casey Family
Proposed additions for phase III may include landscaping, lighting, and benches. Donations in support of this project are needed and welcomed by the Kenton County Fair Board. Monetary donations may be made payable to the Kenton County Fair Association and sent to P. O. Box 101, Independence, KY 41051. Contact President Cap Kiser via email at Ckisercattle21@gmail.com for further information.
Kenton County Fair Sponsorship
If you, your company, or someone you know would like to sponsor the Kenton County Fair or any of the events held during the fair please contact us below.