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About Freedom Hall At Kentucky State Fair
Freedom Hall sits within the Kentucky Exposition Center at 937 Phillips Lane in Louisville, KY. With a flexible seating capacity ranging from 6,600 to 19,169 depending on the event, it has hosted major concerts, expos, and sports. While the venue keeps its historic name, the nearby KFC Yum! Center has become the city’s modern basketball hub since 2010. Here’s a practical guide to attending events at Freedom Hall, including seating options, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining partners to help you plan a smooth trip to this iconic Louisville venue.
Whether you’re attending a Kentucky State Fair showcase, livestock exposition, or robotics competition, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket guidance and access tips. Secure your seats with confidence, and explore nearby hotels and dining to complete your visit. For the latest seating charts and venue details, consult the official Freedom Hall resources and venue information.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Freedom Hall is inside the Kentucky Exposition Center at 937 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY 40209.
- Capacity: 6,600–19,169 depending on configuration; typical basketball capacity around 18,865 and concerts up to about 19,200.
- Seating chart: official Freedom Hall seating chart is available (see Freedom Hall Seating Chart page).
- Parking: on-site KE Center parking with 19,000+ spaces; parking policies vary by event (examples include on-site parking availability and gate access).
- Transit: public transit served by the Transit Authority of River City (TARC) with routes serving KE Center; some events offer shuttle or pedestrian access from nearby stops.
- Nearby hotels: hotels are listed as nearby accommodations on the Kentucky State Fair/KE Center resources.
- Notable events hosted: Kentucky State Fair, North American International Livestock Exposition, VEX Robotics World Championship, National Farm Machinery Show; historically the home of University of Louisville basketball until 2010.
- Renamed/demolished: Freedom Hall retains its name; the newer KFC Yum! Center opened in 2010 as Louisville’s main basketball venue.