Carnival
Thrills and Fun for All
From old-school traditions to new-aged dare devils, you can find timeless rides that guarantee a night full of fun! Below are the rides featured for this year’s Fair.
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Ride Information
For both adults and kids (passengers must meet height/size/age requirements).
Invader
As The Invader begins to rise, the seats start spinning at an intense 24 RPM, creating powerful centrifugal forces that will leave you clinging to your seat. You’ll soar up, down, and all around as you’re lifted off the ground and taking you on a whirlwind ride like no other.
The King XXL
The King XXL towers over almost every other carnival ride on the midway and holds up to 20 passengers in 4 gondolas. Riders swing on a claw pendulum back and forth until they reach the pinnacle of the ride at a 90-degree angle.
X-Scream Machine
A ride for teens and adults, The X-Scream Machine sends riders on a thrilling trip over the tracks – curving, rising, and descending – a journey for the bravest.
Century Wheel
The majestic Century Wheel dominates the Midway day and night, offering patrons a sweeping views. Passengers are seated and then whisked smoothly over the top and down again.
1001 Nachts
A platform ride that goes completely up and over in a circular fashion as riders leave their stomach behind. This colorful attraction is also energy efficient as it has been equipped with state-of-the art LED bulbs.
Cyclone
The Cyclone is a thrilling ride that is enjoyed by kids, teens and families of all types. Each vessel includes a centrally located steering wheel which enables the passengers spin the cars themselves. The Cyclone lifts into the air and tilts for a terrific ride sensation.
Orbiter
The Orbiter is an exciting teen ride which features 4 twirling arms holding three spinning seats each. This Italian made ride twirls riders around until their seats are perpendicular with the ground below, quite the sight day and night.
Nightmare Dark Ride
As the ride begins, you’ll creep along a winding track into complete darkness, where unexpected twists, turns, and spine-tingling surprises await. It’s a chilling journey through the unknown… if you’re brave enough to ride.
Zipper
While the ‘cages’ holding two passengers each rise and descend on a tower boom, each spin independently and the entire boom turns, too. Three times the action, backed by spectacular lighting bringing them back for more.
Hawaiian Express
You won’t have to make the trek to the snowy slopes of the Swiss Alps to experience the rush of a toboggan ride. See the fair in a blur as the fabulous Himalaya takes you on a fast, up-down-around trip faster and faster, then backward too.
Vertigo
The A.R.M Vertigo towers over the midway at 100 feet in height! Riders enjoy a swinging sensation as the entire center track lifts up slowly until reaching the top of the ride. Once the swing ride reaches the top it begins to slowly swing in a descent.
Giant Wheel
Offering patrons a sweeping view from a height of nearly 100 feet! Reminiscent of the Ferris wheel. The Giant Wheel is a pleasant ride for the entire family.
Inversion
The main arm of the ride swings side to side like a pendulum then swings to invert passengers completely around and upside down. The inversion can reach a height of nearly 80 feet.
Kite Flyer
Instead of sitting, passengers lie horizontally within the frame of colorful gliders. After riders are buckled in, the ride begins to turn and then rises in the air for a thrilling, soaring sensation before gently gliding back to “Earth”.
Starship 3000
The lights and excitement of the midway literally become a blur as Starship 3000 sweeps you off your feet. Spinning at 24 RPM, The Starship 3000 uses centrifugal force to float the passengers off the floor, giving them the feeling of weightlessness.
Quasar
This fast-paced thrill ride holds two passengers per car. Secured by a lap bar the ride spins and the main arm raises the center of the wheel creating a unique undulating sensation for each of the cars.
Wave Swinger
The Wave Swinger lifts riders slowly from the platform and then proceeds to take them on a leisurely ride, tilting one way and another to add to the excitement.
Scrambler
Families delight as they spin in two directions at the same time. The main frame spins as each arm of seats spins independently, creating a feeling of funky flight.
Turbo Speed
Not for the faint-hearted. Riders are taken for a 70 mph ‘spin’ at the ends of a whirling arm that takes them 120 ft. in the air and sends them hurtling towards earth in an arc generating forces 3 times the pull of gravity.
Tilt-A-Whirl
A favorite for thrill seekers, this wild ride features 7 tubs—each seating up to 3 people—that twist and turn on its axis while the entire ride glides over undulating hills.
Adults and kids can ride together (passengers must meet height/size/age requirements).
Crown Merry Go Round
As the orchestral calliope music begins to play, guests step onto a platform adorned with ornate details, vintage-inspired artistry, and twinkling lights that transport them to a bygone era of carnival splendor.
Wacky Worm Roller Coaster
This two level family roller coaster is a great way for the entire family to enjoy the carnival. This brightly painted worm, surrounded by flower cup lights, is a charming addition to the Midway.
Looney Tooter Train
All aboard! This fun-filled train trip for the whole family takes place in brightly colored cartoon-like cars.
Dumbo Jumbo
The passengers control the action as eight plump elephants take to the air. Passengers can control the vertical action of their individual car by pushing or pulling the control bar.
Mardi Gras Funhouse
Celebrate one of America’s brightest and boldest holidays without having to travel far, with two stories of exciting mirror mazes, moving escalators, music, and lights.
State Fair Fun Slide
The Slide is a ride for the whole family. It towers 35 feet high and has hills to slide down. Fairgoers of any age enjoy the thrill of our slide as they sail down the undulating path.
Rockin Tug
Rock the boat a little this year at the Fair. This little tug boat spins, dips and peaks like riding an ocean swell.
Jurassic Funhouse
With so many tricks to master, including a roller floor, treadmill, ladder steps and surprising air fans, it will take days to master this funhouse!
Rio Grande Train
Choo choo! The Rio Train is ready to depart on a magical journey full of fun, music, and excitement for the whole family!
Giant Scooters
A high-energy twist on a classic favorite, the Giant Scooters take bumper car fun to the next level! Riders zip across a spacious rectangular floor, dodging and bumping their way through the action.
Bigfoot Trucks
The Bigfoot Trucks are an all-time favorite of the kiddies featuring mini-monster trucks. Mom and Dad can even ride in the back!
Pirates of the Magical Midway
This exciting walk-through attraction takes you on a thrilling quest through a maze of captivating sights and sounds, filled with surprises and daring tricks.
1st Squadron
These jet fighters have a small steering wheel that allows the children to maneuver the ride up and down as if they are the ones flying the jet through the air.
Kid only rides (passengers must meet height/size/age requirements).
Chopper Hopper
Kids of all ages can swirl and twirl through the air like a chopper flying daredevil in cartoon-themed helicopters.
Ella’s Boats
This kid ride features individual mini boats that float in water along a circular path. A great carnival ride for first timers!
Nemo Swings
This brightly colored ride has swings decorated with oceanic sea creatures and lights.
Frog Hopper
The Frog Hopper is an excellent beginner ride for children. Once it is almost at the top, the row of seats bounce like a frog and after a few hops, slowly lowers back to the ground.
Tommy Kangaroo
Experience the graceful, gentle ride of a baby kangaroo carried in the safety of its mother’s pouch.
Jake’s Pirate Jets
This fleet of six pirate ships rises and falls gently, rotating from a central tower for a smooth, swaying experience.
Quad Runner
Each quad seats two kids and travels in a slow, circular motion. Equipped with honking horns, kids have fun as they cruise around.
Puppy Roll
Each passenger controls the fun by turning a giant steering wheel inside the puppy’s belly, spinning themselves around while the entire ride gently revolves.