Aided by favorable weather conditions and new attractions, the 2024 Illinois State Fair had record attendance.

Record-breaking attendance totals for the 2024 Illinois State Fair. More than 773,000 people attended the 11-day event, the highest number on record since industry standards were enacted. Ultimately,

The Illinois State Fair announced record-breaking attendance totals for this summer's event. More than 773,000 people attended over 11 days. Officials say that is the highest number on record since industry standards were enacted.

The numbers from last month’s Illinois State Fair are out — and several records were broken at the Fairgrounds. More than 773,000 were in attendance over 11 days at the state fair, which broke 2023’s record by more than 66,

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The 2024 Illinois State Fair was a record-breaking year for attendance. More than 773,000 people attended the 11-day event.

Pritzker attributed the record attendance to new attractions, cooler temperatures, and overall improvements to the fair.

Illinois State Fair was a record setter. Governor JB Pritzker says more than 773,000 people attended the 11-day event, the highest number on record, and 66,000 more than 2023. Officials tout excellent weather and a diverse grandstand lineup for the surge.