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The Big E saw its largest attendance of the 2023 season on Friday.
The fair reported a daily attendance of 97,477 — a daily attendance record. Overall, 587,680 people have attended The Big E eight days into the 17-day fair.
On Thursday, when Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey visited the fair, there were 69,963 who attended.
Fairgoers headed to The Big E on Saturday can expect cool temperatures and should prepare to see some rain throughout the day.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service are predicting a cloudy day with a chance of rain at 70% in the morning and in the afternoon, with temperature highs around 60 degrees and winds of 10 to 15 miles per hour, according to the official forecast for Greater Springfield.
As for Saturday night, there is a 50 percent chance of rain with near-steady temperatures in the mid-50s and winds could get up to 25 miles per hour.
On Sunday, there is a 50% chance of rain in the morning and afternoon, with temperatures reaching the low 60s and winds of 10 to 15 miles per hour.
If it rains on the day you’re planning to go to The Big E, you can still go. The fair is open rain or shine.
Of course, rain makes the day a bit tricky.
The fair’s website suggests visiting one of its 40 buildings, including Avenue of the States and Storrowton Village. For those looking for something fun to do inside Avenue of the States buildings, consider drinking around New England — a nod to the TikTok trend of “drinking around the world” at Epcot in Disney World.
People can also see animals in the Farm-A-Rama building. This includes seeing the Clydesdales, watching chicks hatch and seeing goats. A fake cow gives children the opportunity to try milking it.
“Visiting the Fair on a rainy day is one of the best kept secrets in New England, as some Big E Lovers only visit on days when the forecast calls for rain,” the website states.
For those who forgot their rain gear, The Big E has you covered.
“Numerous vendors sell rain gear, warm clothes and hearty, warm meals,” The Big E said.
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