LOUISVILLE, Ky. —

The Kentucky State Fair is gearing up to bring "All Things Kentucky" to the Expo Center.

The 121st Kentucky State Fair theme is "All Things Kentucky, All in One Place."

The fair will open Aug. 14 and runs through Aug. 24, bringing rides, competitions, live music and more.

Here's what to know before you go.

Admission

General admission is $12 per person and can be purchased online at the Kentucky State Fair website .

Tickets purchased in advance include parking. Tickets purchased at the gate do not include parking.

Parking is $10 at the gate.

Admission to the fair ends one hour before the outdoor closing time Sunday through Wednesday, and on Thursdays through Saturdays admission ends at 10 p.m.

Hours for all fair locations are listed on the Kentucky State Fair

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