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Big E Fair Boosts Economy with $1.2 Billion Impact

7/10/2025

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The Eastern States Exposition (ESE) in West Springfield, Massachusetts, generated an impressive $1.2 billion in economic impact in 2024.
The Big E fair drew 1.6 million attendees, part of a total of three million visitors across 120 events.
ESE created over 8,000 jobs, benefiting low-income and Hispanic workers significantly.
The organization contributed $19 million in state tax revenue and supports various local community initiatives.

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Story summary

The Eastern States Exposition (ESE) in West Springfield, Massachusetts, generated an impressive $1.2 billion in economic impact in 2024.
The Big E fair drew 1.6 million attendees, part of a total of three million visitors across 120 events.
ESE created over 8,000 jobs, benefiting low-income and Hispanic workers significantly.
The organization contributed $19 million in state tax revenue and supports various local community initiatives.