Have you checked AQS's website regarding the show? Most of your questions will be answered there.
As others have said, it will be very difficult to find lodging at this late date. My friend was on the cancellation list for 2 years before she was able to get a room. She could not get on the regular waiting list for a hotel room because the hotels only book up to one year in advance, and they give first dibs to returning customers. She would call on the last day of the show for the following year and they'd be full already. I have another friend who stays at a campground in a neighboring town and drives into Paducah.
Here are some links that might help.
Bed & Breakfasts and renting private rooms:
http://www.americanquilter.com/shows..._breakfast.php
Parking info:
http://www.americanquilter.com/docum...arking_map.pdf