The Big Fresno Fair sets 21-year attendance record

Source: The Business Journal

The Big Fresno Fair truly lived up to its name this year, drawing 641,351 visitors during its 13-day run, up 11 percent from last year's 12-day run. This was also the first year the fair drew more than 600,000 visitors since 1992, when it lasted for 17 days. The upward trend also extended to concessions (13.25 percent from last year), on-track and Northern California wagering (up 2 percent from last year) and out-of-state wagering (up 6 percent from last year), according to a news release. The Big Fresno Fair focused on offering deep discounts to visitors through a number of initiatives including its $25 season pass, EYE-Q Senior's Day and other discount-ticket promotions with Save Mart, FoodMaxx and Les Schwab Tires. The fair also hosted its third-annual 4.0 & Above Program for high-achieving Fresno County high school students, giving away ten $3,000 scholarships, two iPads, six mountain bikes and a 2014 Toyota Corolla, which was won by Central East High School student Victor Quintos, who maintains a 4.208 grade point average. According to a statement from The Big Fresno Fair: "The overall success of the 2013 Fair would not be possible without a community who loves and supports their Fair. Many families stayed local for their entertainment and The Big Fresno Fair provided a family-friendly and affordable option. Planning is already underway for the 2014 Big Fresno Fair, which will run October 1 -13 and will mark the 131st year of this valued tradition."

                                           
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