Kentucky Kingdom has been a long-standing attraction for Louisville locals, Kentuckiana natives, and tourists alike. Originally opened in 1987 by the Kentucky State Fair Board, it began as a 13-acre, $12 million expansion to the grounds of the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center. Today, the park covers 67-acres and is both a theme and water park!
Read on to learn more about where we started and what is to come!
Our brand-new roller coaster, Flying Fox, opens this year, and it’s unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Inspired by Kentucky’s agricultural roots and the daredevil spirit of aerial cropdusters, this high-flying attraction lets you join legendary pilot Jeb Fox on a training mission over rolling farmland.
Take in themed queue experiences leading up to a twisting and soaring experience.
Fly more than 6 stories over the park, topping out at 37 MPH.
Extending the operating calendar, we expanded into the fall season and hosted the first ever Pumpkins at Kentucky Kingdom. Each weekend this October, Kentucky Kingdom welcomed guests of all ages to experience unique family-fun that could only be found at Pumpkins at Louisville’s premier family-friendly entertainment destination.
The largest family-held themed attractions company, Herschend, acquired the park and immediately assembled an investment course dedicated to the renewal and revitalization of Kentucky Kingdom. These initial plans, spanning over the coarse of a decade, promised to bring an expanded operating calendar, including new family-fun festivals, plus brand-new attractions that guests of all ages can enjoy.
We are in year 5 of making constant improvements to Louisville's Family Theme & Water Park!
