BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) -- The 2024 Kern County Fair is in the books, marking another memorable year as families "discovered the magic," according to organizers. The 2024 Great Kern County Fair saw a model of a 5% decrease from 2023, this year's fair welcomed over 330,000 visitors. Massive crowds sold out three rodeos and packed live concerts at the Budweiser Pavilion stage. Cool air rebate program: Get up to $1,500 to help repair your car’s AC The Junior Livestock Auction raised an impressive $1.5 million, securing support for agricultural education and the future of Kern's youth. More than 26,000 children earned free admission by reading at least 200 minutes, promoting literacy in Kern schools. Never miss a story: Make KGET.com your homepage The annual "Feed the Need" canned food drive collected more than 25,000 cans to replenish community food banks. Houchin Community Blood Bank gave out 8,000 tickets to the fair through their "Pint for Pass" promotion, helping boost the Golden Empire's blood supply.