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Cold Weather Chills South Florida Fair Finish After Strong Start

Cold Weather Chills South Florida Fair Finish After Strong Start

  As one of the first large-scale fairs of the year, industry observers often look to the South Florida Fair for clues about the season ahead. A Palm Beach tradition dating back to 1912, the event ranked No. 42 on the Top 50 Fairs list, attracting 408,570 visitors in 2025. In 2026, an exact attendance tally was unavailable, but according to CEO Matt Wallsmith, the growing event was on track for a record-breaking year until Mother Nature delivered an unusually cold and windy closing weekend for South Florida. The loss of those key days meant attendance ended roughly on par with the previous year, down only about 1 percent. “The South Florida Fair had a great start. We were up about 13 percent over the prior year with the final weekend approaching,” said Wallsmith. “The unusual windy and cold weather had a strong ...   [read more]
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See Y'All There! Arkansas State Fair Overcomes Rain, Teen Skirmishes and Low Consumer Confidence in 2025

See Y'All There! Arkansas State Fair Overcomes Rain, Teen Skirmishes and Low Consumer Confidence in 2025

  A rain-soaked Saturday and consumer confidence stuck in the government shutdown doldrums, which negatively affected fourth quarter fairs and other outdoor events, slowed the growth track the Arkansas State Fair has followed since the lockdown years. Attendance dropped 14 percent from last year due to the downpour, yet the 2025 Arkansas State Fair still drew 473,601 visitors during its 10-day run. Both Fridays and the final Sunday saw near record-breaking crowds, with nearly 50,000 attendees on closing day alone. “The fair went really well,” said Tiffany Wilkerson, General Manager of the Arkansas State Fair. “We kicked it off with really big crowds. Attendance was up and in line with what we expected. Carnival was down, but a lot of fairs were down. It was a great fair overall. People were holding back a ...   [read more]
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  Peter Theunisz is no stranger to the IISF Trade Show. He has attended since the early 2000s, representing KMG of the Netherlands. Over the years, he expanded his business to offer quality used equipment from Europe through UsedRidesEurope.com and represents new ride sales for KMG and Gosetto of Italy.Theunisz arrived at the show with modest expectations, citing 15 percent tariffs on European equipment and ongoing labor concerns tied to the H-2B program. To his surprise, the event exceeded expectations."The show turned out well," Theunisz said.At the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Theunisz unveiled plans for a portable Musik Express from Gosetto. The ride will transport on two trailers: a center load and an auxiliary trailer carrying the cars, sweeps, and miscellaneous equipment. Designed to resemble a classic European Himalaya-style attraction, the ride emphasizes portability. Folding platforms extend from the main trailer and can be assembled by four workers. It will feature a traditional ...   [read more]
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  One of the largest displays at the 2026 IISF Trade Show in Gibtown by a U.S.-based ride company was once again Len Soled's Rides 4-U, showcasing a portable Pirate Ship, Spinning Coaster, and a kiddie ride called the Mini Tagada.At the close of the day on Thursday, Soled was pleased with the overall outcome of the show so far. “I'm very happy with the number of people we've seen come through,” said Soled. However, he noted that hesitation among buyers centers on the current labor situation, specifically the arrival and future availability of temporary foreign workers through the H-2B program.“I think once we find out what will happen, orders will start flowing in once the issue is resolved,” said Soled. “I can fully understand their concern, and I hope it's short-lived.”Just before the show, Soled announced a new partnership with UK-based PWS Rides. Rides 4-U will serve as the distributor for the company in North America. PWS is owned by the owner of ...   [read more]
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  Chance Rides and France-based Reverchon announced on Thursday a new partnership that will bring the manufacturing of one of the company's popular roller coasters, the Spinning Coaster Stall Turn, to the Chance Rides facility in Wichita, Kansas.By producing the coaster locally in the United States, the companies will be able to deliver enhanced value, efficiency, and service to customers across the Americas. The coaster will be available to customers in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.The ride will be produced for both permanent and portable installations and will be manufactured in compliance with ASTM and EN safety and quality standards.This licensing partnership is expected to generate significant efficiencies, shorten lead times, and improve customer service, particularly through enhanced availability and distribution of service parts. The agreement reinforces both companies' commitment to innovation, excellence, and customer support.“Over the next year, there is going ...   [read more]
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2025 Top 50 Carnivals & Fairs

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  1. Houston Livestock Show - Houston, TX
  2. State Fair of Texas - Dallas, Tx
  3. Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN
  4. Eastern States Exposition - Springfield, MA
  5. San Antonio Livestock Show & Ex. - San Antonio, TX
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