Key Facts

• The Great American State Fair opened on June 25 and lasts 16 days, celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
• The event takes place on the National Mall, featuring exhibits from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
• Attractions include a 110-foot Ferris wheel, a refurbished Smithsonian National Carousel, and themed activities like concerts and live entertainment.
• Social media images showed sparse crowds and empty areas at the fair during its first weekend.
• President Donald Trump praised the event on Truth Social, calling it “packed with happy people.”
• Six of nine performers initially scheduled withdrew, including Martina McBride and the Commodores.
• Some public figures and supporters disputed claims of low attendance, while critics shared images suggesting the opposite.
• Admission to the event is free, with organizers recommending advance registration.