Grand Island's Aksarben Stock show breaks attendance record
Aksarben Stock Show organizers are thrilled after setting a new attendance record at this year’s event.
By News Channel Nebraska
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. -- Aksarben Stock Show organizers are thrilled after setting a new attendance record at this year’s event.
According to a news release, the Aksarben Stock Show hosted 40,003 people from Thursday to Sunday, which is the most in the show's 96-year history. It moved to Grand Island in 2017.
The Nebraska State Fair produces the stock show. People from 13 different states participated and more than 3,300 head of livestock were on site at Fonner Park. More than $165,000 of premiums were awarded to winners.
Show manager Jacque Johnson said it was great seeing many in attendance.
“It really is great to see so many people come out and enjoy the show," Johnson said. "Our show this year was smooth as it gets. This was a great weekend to celebrate agriculture here in Nebraska and in my hometown too.”
Next year’s Aksarben Stock Show is set for Sept. 29 through Oct. 1.