Kentucky Venues

Kentucky Venues Supporting tourism and agriculture by
hosting and producing successful events at our venues.

Under the Kentucky Venues brand, two major convention and exhibition facilities - the Kentucky Exposition Center and the Kentucky International Convention Center - serve regional, national and international clients. Governed by the Kentucky State Fair Board, Kentucky Venues also produces signature events: the Kentucky State Fair, World’s Championship Horse Show, National Farm Machinery Show, Champ

ionship Tractor Pull, North American International Livestock Exposition and North American Championship Rodeo. From agriculture to technology, autos to entertainment, and athletics to livestock, Kentucky Venues has the facility, capacity and services to make your event a success.

06/05/2026

Getting closer every day. 🏗️

Phase I of the Kentucky Exposition Center expansion and renovation is coming together more and more by the day! This project is a major investment in Louisville's future, building the space to welcome bigger events, more visitors, and greater economic impact for our community.

Barrel racing is back at the Kentucky Exposition Center this Friday! 🐴The Hometown Barrel Squad, LLC rides into KEC on J...
06/03/2026

Barrel racing is back at the Kentucky Exposition Center this Friday! 🐴

The Hometown Barrel Squad, LLC rides into KEC on June 5–6 for two days of fast-paced competition. It's one of dozens of equine and livestock events hosted across Kentucky Venues facilities each year.

June is going to be a big one. 🎉Kentucky Venues facilities are set to welcome an estimated 32,000+ attendees across 13 e...
06/02/2026

June is going to be a big one. 🎉

Kentucky Venues facilities are set to welcome an estimated 32,000+ attendees across 13 events this month, bringing more than $6 million in economic impact to Louisville and Kentucky.
Swipe to see the full breakdown across KEC and KICC. ➡️

Summer is starting strong at Kentucky Venues! Check out what events are coming up at our facilities next month in our Ju...
05/26/2026

Summer is starting strong at Kentucky Venues! Check out what events are coming up at our facilities next month in our June Event Forecast: https://go.kyvenues.com/4nHbiZo

Today we honor and remember those who gave everything in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the reason we gather...
05/25/2026

Today we honor and remember those who gave everything in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the reason we gather freely to celebrate, to compete, to connect, and to build community.

Today and every day, we remember.

The rendering vs how it's going 🤩What started as a vision is now standing on 350,000 square feet of Kentucky soil. The e...
05/21/2026

The rendering vs how it's going 🤩

What started as a vision is now standing on 350,000 square feet of Kentucky soil. The exterior of KEC's new building is truly taking shape.

$470 million invested in the Commonwealth. Next step: what goes inside! 🧱

Street Rod Nationals. Kentucky State Fair. World's Championship Horse Show. Louder Than Life. Bourbon & Beyond. Conventi...
05/17/2026

Street Rod Nationals. Kentucky State Fair. World's Championship Horse Show. Louder Than Life. Bourbon & Beyond. Conventions filling KICC.

Summer at Kentucky Venues is about to be a big one! Who is joining us? 👀

This weekend, over 3,000 people and 2,000 pugs will fill the Kentucky Exposition Center for the 5th Annual Bluegrass Pug...
05/15/2026

This weekend, over 3,000 people and 2,000 pugs will fill the Kentucky Exposition Center for the 5th Annual Bluegrass Pugfest.

It's events like these that make our facilities special. If you can imagine it, Kentucky Venues can host it.

05/13/2026

Zooming out on the Kentucky Exposition Center's largest expansion in it's 70-year history 🔍

Just a peek at some of the many events that have been hosted at the Kentucky Exposition Center and Kentucky Internationa...
05/11/2026

Just a peek at some of the many events that have been hosted at the Kentucky Exposition Center and Kentucky International Convention Center already in 2026 🤩

From sporting events to concerts and conferences, our facilities hold endless possibilities for what your event can become.

Address

937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, KY
40209

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(502) 367-5000

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