DAILY SHOWS

Bounce & Ooh-La-La - Kentucky State Fair Family Stage
Never has multi-tasking been so comedic with a theatrical smorgasbord of juggling, unicycling, equilibristics, miming, puppetry, human tricks and audience participation.
Performance Times: Aug. 20 at 2 p.m.; Aug. 21 and 24-28, at 2, 4 and 6 p.m.; and Aug. 22-23 and 29-30 at noon, 2, 4 and 6 p.m.

"In the Garden” with Cindi Sullivan - South Wing B Lobby
Gardening questions answered by the popular radio and TV personality. 
Performance Times: Aug. 20-30 at 12 p.m. on the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Blue Ribbon Stage

JUMP! The Ultimate Dog Show featuring the amazing High Flying Dock Jumping Dogs - South Wing Parking Lot
Championship trick dogs perform amazing balancing and jumping acts in water. Sponsored by Feeder’s Supply.
Performance Times: Aug. 20-30 at 11:30 a.m., 2:30 and 5:30 p.m.

Kenya Safari Acrobats - Kentucky State Fair Family Stage
Non-stop thrill of incredible human pyramids, fire limbo dancing, and other gravity-defying tricks.
Performance Times: Aug. 20 at 1 and 3 p.m., Aug. 21, 26 and 29 at 1, 3 and 5 p.m.; Aug. 22-23 at 1, 3, 5 and 7 p.m.; Aug. 24-26 and 28 at 3, 5 and 7 p.m.; and Aug. 30 at 11, 1, 3 and 5 p.m.

Kid's Celebration - Kidz Biz Stage sponsored by Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom
Interactive family event combining music and games that help parents and kids communicate about issues including drug and alcohol abuse, respect, honesty, kindness, self-esteem and safety.
Performance Times: Aug. 20-30 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m., as well as added weekend shows at 6:30 p.m.

Miller’s Border Collies - West Wing   
Trained dogs execute herding techniques on command – in the new DAD’S Pet Care West Wing Show Ring. (No shows Aug. 24 & 30)
Performance Times: Aug. 20-23 and 25-29 at 11 a.m., 1, 3, and 5 p.m.

Pork Chop Revue - West Courtyard
Squeal with laughter as these performing porkers jump hurdles, do the waltz and even sing. Sponsored by the Kentucky Pork Producers.
Performance Times: Aug. 20-30 at 12:30, 3:30, 6:30 p.m.

Spoon Man - Kidz Biz Stage sponsored by Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom
Rattling out tunes on his two silver spoons while making kids of all ages laugh with his comedy act.
Performance Times: Aug. 20-21, 24-28 and 30 at 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills - South Wing Parking Lot
Top female timbersports competitors demonstrate an exciting presentation of their craft with demonstrations of Underhand Chopping, 'Hot' Sawing, Cross-Cut Sawing, Axe Throwing, Chain Saw Carving and the fancy footwork of the Log Rolling Contest. Sponsored by Verizon Wireless Cellular Sales
Performance Times: Aug. 20-30 at 1:30, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m.

NOTE: For other daily attractions and shows, check the Daily Schedule for hour-by-hour happenings!

ROVING ACTS

Procrastinators
Join skillful street performers as they wander through the Fair's crowds creating a high-energy, unique beat by using water jugs, stools and pots and pans as instruments.

Statue Viva
Watch a stone-faced artist stand expressionless, striking famous poses from the past. But observe closely because all of a sudden, the statue comes to life. Sponsored by The Wii Sports Resort Summer Tour 2009.

NOTE: For other daily attractions and shows, check the Daily Schedule for hour-by-hour happenings!

DAILY ATTRACTIONS

Balloon Masters
Set your sights high for these larger-than-life balloon creations. Watch as professional balloon sculptors turn everyday balloons into an oversized fun and imaginative backdrop. Sponsored by TicketExchange by Ticketmaster.

C-SPAN Civics Bus
The 45-foot long bus, housing a fully-functioning news studio, serves to educate students and the general public about the importance of voting and civic engagement. Thursday, August 27 only.

Gourmet Garden
Culinary stage featuring cooking demonstrations and contests, including The Royal Prestige Cookware Cast Iron Chef Competition. Sponsored by Kentucky Beef Producers.

IGX Adrenaline Jam Tour
Interactive, dynamic video game exhibit offering the most popular Sony, Xbox and Nintendo games.

Military Exhibits
Check out U.S. military vehicles and equipment on display along with a rock climbing wall from the Kentucky Army National Guard. Presented- by the Kentucky Army National Guard.

Representative Farm Animal Display
Interactive display of nine types of animals, representing the various divisions of livestock competitive entries.

South Wing C Family Stage
Traveling national acts take the stage to make audiences laugh and stand in awe. Local dancers and singers add to the family talent on the stage.   

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Blue Ribbon Stage
Arts and crafts, hobbies, gardening, and home improvement seminars. 

Trial by Jury
Be a juror, debate and decide a real life court case. Presented by the Kentucky Justice Association.

NOTE: For other daily attractions and shows, check the Daily Schedule for hour-by-hour happenings!
           
SPECIALTY AREAS

Commercial Exhibit Area
South Wing C will feature 350 booths and a huge selection of merchandise for a wide variety of tastes. Shop through the aisles for anything from jewelry and State Fair souvenirs to hot tubs and vinyl siding.

Competitive Entry Departments
The fair’s 30 competitive entry departments and thousands of categories attract more than 40,000 entries ranging from fish and fowl to flowers and fruit. Entries and blue ribbon winners remain on display throughout the Fair.

Educational Exhibit
The Kentucky State Fair’s educational program is spotlighting a new thematic exhibition in 2009, "Explore Kentucky - From Lincoln to Luthiers" presented by the Kentucky Historical Society. Get a taste of the commonwealth’s arts and military history, as well as the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, Old State Capitol and Kentucky Military History Museum.

Equine Exhibit
In front of the North Wing horse stalls, hundreds of square feet of commercial exhibit space feature all things equine from jewelry and halters to outfits and art pieces. After a long day of shopping, sit down at the Saddlebred Café and Lounge to re-energize your horsepower.

Health Horizons
Lifestyle education, free health screenings and interactive exhibits from Kentucky’s medical community. Sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield, Essence Healthcare, Kentucky Cabinet for Health & Family ServicesU of L Health Care.

Heritage Hall
Music, games, dancing, contests, bingo and singing for seniors daily.
Sponsored by Humana and produced by Louisville Metro Parks.
                         
Kidz Biz
Features daily entertainment from comedians, magicians, musicians and illusionists of all kinds. The area also includes: the Rock & Relax Baby Care Center, Safetytown and the Kentucky Army National Guard’s Obstacle Course. Sponsored by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department, Kentucky State Police, Kentucky Army National Guard, Louisville Metro Police Department, US Marshals Service, Louisville Metro Public Health & Wellness and Baptist Hospital East.

Main Street Kentucky
Interactive exhibits celebrating Kentucky government, arts, education, agriculture and more. Sponsored by Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources, Kentucky Office of Highway Safety, Kentucky Office of Homeland Security, Heuser Hearing Institute and the Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Transit Authority of River City (TARC), and the University of Kentucky/Energy Star.

Pride of the Counties
Learn about the many tourist attractions, festivals, employment opportunities and leisure activities the commonwealth has to offer. Sponsored by Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance Companies.   

Product Showcase
Kentucky’s businesses showcase a wide variety of products and services. Sponsored by Primax Replacement Windows and Doors.

The Wii Sports Resort Summer Tour
This travelling exhibit allows fairgoers an opportunity to try out the latest gaming software for Nintendo’s Wii.

NOTE: For other daily attractions and shows, check the Daily Schedule for hour-by-hour happenings!

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Budweiser True Entertainment Tent - West Lawn
Lamont Gillispie - August 20-25
Show Times: 11:40 a.m., 12:40 p.m., 1:40 p.m., 2:40 p.m.

Old School - Aug. 20, 23-27, 30
Show Times: 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

RUOK? - Aug. 20-25
Show Times: Aug. 20-21, 24-25 - 8:15-9:15, 9:30-10:15, 10:30-11:30
                                  Aug. 22-23 - 8:15-9:15, 9:40-10:40, 11:00-12:00

Napoleon & the Bonapartes - Aug. 26-28
Show Times: 11:40 a.m., 12:40 p.m., 1:40 p.m., 2:40 p.m.

Super 69 - Aug. 21-22, 28
Show Times: 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

Jefferson Tarc Bus - Aug. 26-28
Show Times: Aug. 26-27- 8:15 a.m., 9:30a.m., 10:30 a.m.
          Aug. 28- 8:15 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11:00 a.m.

MillerLite Brew and Q Tent – West Lawn
Juggernaut Jug Band - Aug. 20-30
Show Times - 11:30 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.

Artie Dean Harris - Aug. 20-23, 25, 30
Show Times - Aug. 20, 22-23, 25, 30- 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
                     Aug. 21-22- 8:15 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11:00 a.m.

Lamont Gillispie & 100 Proof- Aug. 24, 26-28, 30
Show Times - Aug. 24, 26-28- 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
                     Aug. 30- 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.

Lamont Gillispie - Aug. 21, 23, 25, 29
Show Times - Aug. 21, 29- 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
                     Aug. 23, 25- 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. 

31W- Aug. 20, 24, 26-27, 28-29
Show Times - Aug. 20, 24, 26-27- 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m.
Aug. 28-29- 8:15 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11:00 a.m.

Sivori Country Music Tent – South Wing Parking Lot
Whiskey Bent Valley Boys - Aug. 20-24
            Show Times: 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 2:15 p.m.

Erica Martin - Aug. 20-22, 24-25
Show Times: 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

JD Shelburne - Aug. 20-25
Show Times: Aug. 20, 23-25- 8:15 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 10:30 p.m.
          Aug. 21-22- 8:15 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 11:00 p.m.

Olivia Marie Henken - Aug. 23, 26-30
Show Times: 4:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

Kentucky Blue - Aug. 25-30
Show Times: 11:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 2:15 p.m.

65 South - Aug. 26-30
Show Times: Aug. 26-27, 30- 8:15 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 10:30 p.m.
        Aug. 28-29- 8:15 p.m., 9:40 p.m., 11:00 p.m.

West Courtyard Live! Sponsored by Wendy's - West Courtyard
Steel of the Night - Aug. 20-30
Show Times - Aug. 20-21, 23-30 - 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30
Aug. 22 - 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, 5, 6 and 7

Gary Sanders - Aug. 20-21, 23-30
Show Times - Aug. 20-21, 23-30 - 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m

NOTE: For other daily attractions and shows, check the Daily Schedule for hour-by-hour happenings!

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