ACCESSIBILITY - All restrooms on the grounds are wheelchair accessible, and ramps give access to all buildings. Elevators are located in the lobby of Broadbent Arena and on both the east and west concourses of Freedom Hall. There are also disabled/elderly drop-off points designated at the southwest corner of the South Wing and the northeast corner of the N lot. Special wheelchair seating should be requested when purchasing concert or horse show tickets. For accessible seating, please call (502) 367-5144 or 1-800-231-8085. For accessible seating in Cardinal Stadium, patrons should contact an usher and they will be directed to the accessible seating area.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICES - Located at the front entrance of Freedom Hall, far left doors.  Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily.  Phone: (502) 367-5000    TDD: (502) 367-5131.

BABY CARE FACILITIES - Facilities for nursing mothers and diaper changing are identified by "Baby Changing Station" signs on restrooms in the South Wing and West Hall lobbies, on the first floor of Freedom Hall, and on the east and west sides of the second floor of Freedom Hall. The "Rock 'N' Relax Baby Care Center" is located in the South Wing Kidz Biz area and is sponsored by Baptist Hospital East and the Louisville Metro Health Department.

BUS & TAXI SERVICE - TARC buses arrive at the Fair on the half-hour from 8:00 a.m. to midnight daily. Buses unload passengers not attending the Fair outside Gate 4 on Crittenden Drive. For those attending the Fair, buses load and unload in parking lot "H" near Gate 4.  Taxis pick up and deliver behind Ramp 3 of Cardinal Stadium in the J Lot. Passengers pay regular State Fair gate admission (except on promotional days).

CHECK CASHING/MONEY MACHINES - No personal checks are cashed on the grounds.  There are five MAC money machines on the grounds. One is located outside the West Hall lobby, one is in the South Wing B lobby, one is inside the front entrance of Freedom Hall by the UofL gift shop, and there are two located on the Midway. Fairgoers should plan on bringing plenty of cash for the day. Due to the large volume of use during the fair, funds in the ATM machines can occasionally be diminished.

CONCERT GATES OPEN - Ramps for concerts in Cardinal Stadium and Freedom Hall (free and paid concerts) open around 6:30 p.m., or about an hour and a half before the starting time of the event.

FIRST AID - Stations are staffed by the American Red Cross and are located on the east foyer of Freedom Hall and on the second level of Cardinal Stadium during all events. A First Aid station is also open just off the South Wing B lobby from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. A First Aid station with an EMS unit is located outdoors adjacent to the west end of the West Hall and is open 24 hours a day during the Fair.

INFORMATION BOOTHS - What is big and yellow and knows the answer to just about every state fair question? From exhibitor locations and maps to schedules and special events, the state fair information booths have it all! The booths are stationed around the fair grounds and are staffed with experienced volunteers ready to make sure your fair is enjoyable. Sponsored by Kentucky Farm Bureau.

LOST & FOUND ITEMS - All items found and turned in to State Fair staff will be taken to the Kentucky Exposition Center Security Office (entrance next to the Ticket Office). It is open 24 hours a day throughout the Fair. Call (502) 367-5360.

LOST CHILD CENTER - Sponsored and staffed by the Kentucky State Police, a Lost Child Center is located at the Kentucky State Police command post across from the Midway on Pavilion Dr. It is open 24 hours a day during the Fair. Should you be separated from your child, once found he or she will be taken to the command post.

PAGING - The paging system is only broadcast to outdoor areas of the fair. Pages can only be made for medical emergencies. We recommend you designate a meeting area (such as Freddy Farmer on the front porch of Freedom Hall) before coming to the fair in the event you get separated from your party.

POLICE - Kentucky State Police are stationed outdoors adjacent to the west end of the West Hall by the First Aid station and EMS. The Kentucky Exposition Center Security Office is located in Freedom Hall (entrance next to the Ticket Office).  Call (502) 367-5360

ROADSIDE HELP - Handled by Kentucky State Police. They are located adjacent to the west end of the West Hall by the Midway First Aid station, or call the KEC switchboard at (502) 367-5000.

RADIO STATION - A short-range radio station, 530-AM, is available during the KSF to broadcast updates on traffic flow into the Fair, as well as information on accessing available parking lots, handicap drop off points and tram routes.

RV PARKING - Overnight RV parking is allowed only in KEC Lot F behind Cardinal Stadium.  Parking is $10 per night. Electric and water hookups are not available. Sites are first come, first served. Contact the Admissions Control Office at (502) 367-5384.

SMOKING AREAS - The Kentucky Exposition Center is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is only allowed outdoors and in the seating area of Cardinal Stadium.

STATE FAIR SHUTTLES - Rides are free on the State Fair Shuttles. The public can board from several "Shuttle Stop" locations on the grounds. There is only one shuttle route for the entire grounds. Times: approximately 9 a.m. - midnight daily. Shuttles run every 15-30 minutes.

TICKET OFFICE - Tickets for all paid concerts and evening performances of the World's Championship Horse Show can be purchased at the ticket office. Entrance is located next to the main entrance to Freedom Hall. Hours: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

WHEELCHAIR/STROLLER RENTALS - Wheelchairs can be rented near the South Wing C lobby and at the west side of the front circle. 2008 prices are $12 for wheelchairs, $10 for strollers (or $16 for two), $14 for wagons, and $50 for electric scooters (or $13/hour). All prices cover all rentals for the entire day. A driver's license is required for all rentals. No reservations accepted - rentals are distributed on a first come, first serve basis. 

"YOU ARE HERE" MAPS - Lost at the fair? Find out where you are and where you need to go with these maps stationed around the fair grounds. Sponsored by Kitchen Craft.