San Diego County Fair 2025 Wraps Up with Record Attendance and Fun-Filled Events for All Ages

The 2025 San Diego County Fair concluded its three-week run over the Fourth of July weekend, attracting a remarkable 874,263 guests across its 20-day duration. Despite experiencing a slight decrease in attendance due to misinformation circulating online, the overall turnout was still impressive, with an average daily attendance of approximately 44,000 people.

This year’s fair embraced the theme “Summer Pet-Tacular,” focusing on pets and providing numerous activities related to animal lovers. The fair organizers implemented various value deals, making the event more accessible for families and visitors of all ages. The fair also featured 10 new rides that captivated guests looking for excitement and thrills.

Music played a significant role in the celebration, with 20 concerts held at the Corona Grandstand Stage. This marked the first time since 2019 that live performances occurred every single night of the fair. Notably, Jon Pardi’s concert emerged as the most popular event, drawing in 8,333 attendees. Two major sold-out shows were headlined by Zedd and Jon Pardi, showcasing a variety of musical talent throughout the fair.

In addition to the concerts, the fair offered 49 carnival games for guests to enjoy. Participants in the inaugural “Pet-tacular Pooch Fun Run” included 60 dogs and nearly 150 human participants, making it a memorable event for pet owners. The fair also included vendors who performed 87 piercings and inked a total of 547 tattoos at the San Diego Marketplace.

The Junior Livestock Auction was another highlight, with a total of 268 animals sold, raising an impressive $664,128 for local youth in agriculture programs. Fairgoers indulged in delicious treats, consuming a staggering 7,000 tres leches cinnamon rolls and 10,330 gallons of lemonade during the event. Additionally, environmentally-conscious initiatives such as water refill stations helped keep over 12,000 bottles out of landfills.

The fair provided more than just entertainment and food; it also gave back to the community by distributing 15,016 tickets to local non-profits and organizations. The event employed 1,268 temporary workers, contributing to the local economy and providing job opportunities during the busy summer season.

As the fair wrapped up, lost items collected included 25-30 water bottles, an e-bike, and even a brain scan X-ray. Fairgoers who lost items are encouraged to retrieve them until September, after which unclaimed items will be donated.

The San Diego County Fair continues to be a highlight of the summer for many, with its blend of entertainment, family-friendly activities, and opportunities for community engagement. Organizers are already looking forward to next year as they aim to build on this year’s success and address any misinformation that may have impacted attendance.