Kentucky State Fair Open Red Poll Show

The 2027 Open Red Poll show is planned for Wednesday, Aug 25, at 2pm. 

Check out the Kentucky State fair website for current information.

last year info

The 2026 Open Red Poll show started at 2pm on Saturday, Aug 29.

Entry Deadline: July 9, 2026. Late entries accepted until July 16.

• Arrival of Cattle: 8:00 a.m. August 27 Thursday to 10:00 a.m. August 28 Friday

• Judging Date: August 29, 2:00 p.m. Saturday

• Release: August 30, 3:00 p.m. Sunday