Junior Livestock Auction Sales Up At Mother Lode Fair
View VideoSonora, CA — The Mother Lode Fairgrounds saw around 11,000 people pass through the gates during the four-day event that was held this past Thursday through Sunday.
It was a strong showing, according to the initial attendance figures provided by Fair Manager Kim Helmbold. The Saturday Junior Livestock Auction was also a success, as she notes that 209 lots were sold, raising $919,258.50. Last year’s figure was just over $900,000. It was the second highest on record, as sales exceeded $1-million in 2022.
This year’s theme was Starry Nights & Carnival lights. Click here to view an earlier story about opening day at the fair with 40 photos.
Some of the other highlights this year included a car show, an ATV and Moto Rodeo, and two days of tractor pulls.
