The 36th Kentucky Wood Expo Returns to Lexington This September
LEXINGTON, KY — Mark your calendars! The Kentucky Wood Expo returns to Masterson Station Park in Lexington, KY, on September 19–20, 2025. Recognized as one of the Top 10 Events in Kentucky by the Kentucky Tourism Council, the Expo draws between 2,500 and 3,000 visitors from across the region and beyond.
This family-friendly event is the premier gathering for the forest products and wood processing industry in the state. With approximately 80 exhibits and demonstrations, the show highlights the latest in sawmill, pallet, logging, secondary, and wood processing equipment, as well as a wide range of support services. Exhibitors include manufacturers, service providers, and Kentucky’s talented craftsmen showcasing beautiful, finished wood products.
The Expo is more than just a trade show—it’s an experience for all ages. Visitors can explore hands-on demonstrations, educational displays, and meet with organizations focused on forest management and the future of Kentucky’s wood industry. Logger education classes will also be held during the event, offering valuable training and certification opportunities.
Family Fun & Live Competitions
FRIDAY, SEPT. 19
9:00 a.m. Gates & Exhibits Open
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Log A Load for Kids Silent Auction - Exhibit Building 2
9:00 a.m. - noon - EKSAF and KACF Meeting - UK Forestry Educational Area
9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. - Learning Best Management Practices - Master Logger Area
9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. - Felled Tree Studies - Master Logger Area
10:00 a.m. - High School Youth Forestry FFA Competition - Lumberjack Arena
10:00 a.m. - Horse Logging Demonstration - Booth 65
10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Knuckleboom Contest - Booths 8 - 9
10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Kentucky Log Bridge Program - UK Forestry Educational Area
Noon - 3:00 p.m. - Critter Tent - Critter “show and tell” including snakes, mammal skulls, furs and
bugs - UK Forestry Educational Area
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Forest Health Training - UK Forestry Educational Area
1:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Create Your Own Cutting Board - Booths 66 & 67
1:00 p.m. - Small Scale Logging: Cutting and Moving Logs Using ATV’s and Tractors - UK Forestry
Educational Area
1:30 p.m. - Horse Logging Demonstration - Booth 65
3:30 p.m. - Open Forestry Competitions - Lumberjack Arena
5:00 p.m. - Gates Close
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20
8:30 a.m. - Gates & Exhibits Open
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Log A Load for Kids Silent Auction - Exhibit Building 2
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Create Your Own Cutting Board Workshop - Booths 66 & 67
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Critter Tent - Critter “show and tell” including snakes, mammal skulls, furs and
bugs - UK Forestry Educational Area
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Tree and Wood Id Rubbings - UK Forestry Educational Area
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Kentucky Lumberjack Competition - Lumberjack Arena
9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. - Learning Best Management Practices - Master Logger Area
9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. - Felled Tree Studies - Master Logger Area
10:00 a.m. - Small Scale Logging: Cutting and Moving Logs Using ATV’s and Tractors - UK Forestry
Educational Area
10:00 a.m. - Tree Identification - UK Forestry Educational Area
10:00 a.m.- Horse Logging Demonstration - Booth 65
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.- Knuckleboom Contest - Booths 8 - 9
10:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Kentucky Log Bridge Program - UK Forestry Educational Area
11:00 a.m. Skidder Contest - Skidder Area
12:30 p.m. - Chainsaw Carving Competition LIVE Auction - Lumberjack Arena
1:00 p.m. - Small Scale Logging: Cutting and Moving Logs Using ATV’s and Tractors - UK Forestry
Educational Area
1:30 p.m. - Horse Logging Demonstration - Booth 65
4:30 p.m. - Gates Close
*Schedule of events is subject to change
Admission: Scan the QR code to order tickets
Adults: $7 (advance or at the gate)
Children (ages 6–12): $5
Children under 6: Free
Parking: Free for all attendees
Call the KFIA office at 502-695-3979 or visit www.kywoodexpo.com
Support Kentucky’s forestry heritage and enjoy a weekend full of innovation, tradition, and family fun at the Kentucky Wood Expo 2025!
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Mention " KY Wood Expo 2025"
Staybridge Suites - 859/233-2300 - $129/night plus taxes.
Clarion Hotel - 859/233-0512 - $90/night plus taxes & fees.
Mission Statement - To promote a sustainable forest products industry by interacting with and educating the public