Western Washington Fair

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The Western Washington Fair, more commonly known as the Puyallup Fair, is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington. The fair continually ranks in the top ten largest fairs in the United States.[1], although attendance has been dropping in recent years.[2] [3] The Western Washington Fair Association hosts two annual events, the 17-day Puyallup Fair every September, and the four-day Puyallup Spring Fair every April.

Situated south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of Mount Rainier, the Fairgrounds comprise 160 acres, with buildings and land valued at more than $54 million. The facilities are available for rent during the year, making the grounds a valuable community resource. A staff of 55 works year-round. Over 1,900+ employees are hired each September during the Fair.[4]

The fairgrounds served as an internment camp for Japanese Americans during World War II. See Camp Harmony.

[edit] Ceremonies

Due to its two large arena grounds, the puyallup fair holds all three puyallup high school graduation ceremonies every June. Puyallup High School, Governor John R. Rogers High School, and Emerald Ridge High School.

[edit] References

  1. ^ 5th largest in 1999
  2. ^ 2005-2006 attendance levels
  3. ^ 2003 attendance drop
  4. ^ General fair information
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