The Kansas State Fair said 315,273 people went through the gates during this year’s Fair in Hutchinson.
The number is an increase from the 2021 attendance of 281,981.
Fair officials said the Nex-Tech Grandstand concerts were well-attended and the initial projections show carnival attendance higher than last year. Food and commercial vendors also reported good sales projections.
The Fair also had increased sponsorships, and General Manager Bryan Schulz said he was pleased with the level of commitment from the sponsors for this year’s event.
The 2023 Fair is scheduled for September 8th through the 17th in Hutchinson.
