Dads brave ‘Father’s Day’ heat at Bluegrass Fair

Father’s Day Celebrations at the Bluegrass Fair

In Lexington, Kentucky, fathers and grandfathers were celebrated in the warm Father’s Day weather. While some chose to celebrate indoors, others gathered at the Bluegrass Fair with their families, braving the heat for a day full of fun and festivity. A father is a child’s superhero and confidante, often a best friend too. As one six-year-old child described her dad at the fair, “He’s the best dad in the world.”

One family showcasing their sentiment towards their dad was the Willis family. Eleyna Willis, along with her sister, had tailored a custom shirt with “Number 1 Dad” emblazoned on it for their dad. “We made his shirt because he’s number one in our hearts and number one dad,” Eleyna explained. Dozens of fathers shared this vibe, weathering the heat to enjoy an unforgettable Father’s Day with their children at the Bluegrass Fair.

The Bluegrass Fair – A Tradition of Fun and Giving

Hosted by the Lexington Lion’s Club, the Bluegrass Fair is an annual event, celebrated with fervor from June 6-16, offering a multitude of events each night. With its origins in charity, all proceeds of the fair are directed toward several organizations supported by Lion’s Club.
“Anybody you see in a vest like this, or a Lion’s Club shirt, a majority of us are dads and grandfathers,” shared Mac Ferguson, the chairperson for the Bluegrass Fair with the Lexington Lions’ Club.

Beyond just rides and enjoyable events like a popular pig race, vendors filled the fairground, providing attendees with a variety of food choices. Among the elevated fair foods sold were fried Oreos, funnel cakes, fried Snickers, candy apples, and a gamut of delectable Hispanic cuisine.

Celebrating Fatherhood

“It’s Father’s Day weekend, why not make the best of it, you know?,” beamed Danny Land, who relished playing basketball with his little girl at the fair. “Being a dad is one of the greatest things to happen to me,” he admitted.

This sentiment was echoed by many fathers at the fair, asserting that the simple act of spending time with their children, regardless of the setting or occasion, was the most precious time they could spend.

The fair wrapped up on Father’s Day, but those who missed it may look forward to the Kentucky State Fair slated to be held from August 15-25 at the state fairgrounds in Louisville. Families looking forward to more of such quality time and fun-filled moments can buy their tickets online.