August 4, 2026

Political speaker lineup announced for Fancy Farm Picnic

(WKYT) – The political speaking program at the 146th Annual St. Jerome Fancy Farm Picnic will be hosted by WKYT’s Dave Baker.

Several speakers from the Democrat and Republican parties have confirmed their attendance to the event:

  • Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman (D)
    Fancy Farm Picnic kicks off Friday night through Saturday.
     
  • U.S. Sen. Rand Paul (R)
  • KY Sen. Jason Howell (R)
  • KY Rep. Kim Holloway (R)
  • U.S. Rep. Andy Barr (R)
  • U.S. Rep. James Comer (R)
  • John Drew Williams (D)
  • AG Russell Coleman (R)
  • Ag. Commissioner Jonathan Shell (R)
  • Charles Booker (D)

More speakers were invited, but their response is pending:

  • Gov. Andy Beshear (D)
  • U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell (R)
  • SOS Michael Adams (R)
  • Auditor Allison Ball (R)
  • Treasurer Mark Metcalf (R)

Speaking begins at 2 p.m. CDT in Fancy Farm.