Louisville organizations partner for sensory-friendly day at Kentucky State Fair | News from WDRB [Video]

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Families of all abilities were able to enjoy the Kentucky State Fair on Wednesday morning.

Sensory Awareness Day was thanks to a partnership with FEAT of Louisville, Home of the Innocents, Kentucky Autism Training Center and Kissel Entertainment. For two hours, Thrill Ville, the midway at the fair, operated with minimal lights and music in an effort to create an enjoyable fair experience for people with sensory sensitivities. 

Lindsay Eubanks, Family and Community Field Training Coordinator at Kentucky Autism Training Center, said the day gives families an opportunity to enjoy some of the fun parts of the fair without as much of a sensory overload.

“It’s important because it’s the whole state, which is great because it’s something we don’t always get to do, have everybody together, and the autism community is so kind and loving and inclusive,” Eubanks said. “It’s good to have everybody together, especially on this awesome day.”

Priscilla Vessels brought her children and …