Study results unveil value of fairs in communities

The International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) released results from a national study highlighting the economic impact of fairs and fairgrounds in the U.S., particularly along the Pacific Coast.

The study, which received over 500 responses and analyzed nearly 1,400 fairgrounds. Conducted by Johnson Consulting with support from OABA and others, it offers insights into the economic contributions of fairs, including visitor numbers, revenues, and employment. IAFE is a nonprofit organization that supports agricultural…