2026 in Kentucky

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Last updated November 21, 2025

The following is a list of events of the year 2026 in Kentucky.

Incumbents

State Government

Governor: Andy Beshear (D)

Events

Scheduled events

May 2 – 2026 Kentucky Derby, the 152nd Kentucky Derby, is scheduled to take place.^[1]
August 20 - Kentucky State Fair is scheduled to take place.^[2]

References

↑ Olivia Evans; Matthew Glowicki (July 24, 2025). "Kentucky Oaks moves to prime time on NBC in 2026. Here's what to know" . Retrieved October 11, 2025.
↑ Powell, Curadhan (August 26, 2025). "Kentucky State Fair announces 2026 theme, celebrating America's 250th birthday" . Retrieved October 11, 2025.

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[1] Olivia Evans; Matthew Glowicki (July 24, 2025). "Kentucky Oaks moves to prime time on NBC in 2026. Here's what to know" . Retrieved October 11, 2025.

[2] Powell, Curadhan (August 26, 2025). "Kentucky State Fair announces 2026 theme, celebrating America's 250th birthday" . Retrieved October 11, 2025.

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