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Art Unleashed Plenty of Fun at The LA County Fair

Art Unleashed Plenty of Fun at The LA County Fair

  The Los Angeles County Fair turned 103 this year, with a rousing theme of Art Unleashed. The fair ran May 2nd through 26th, and fully embraced the idea of art and life intertwined in all the activities and exhibits at the fair.According to Fairplex CEO and president Walter Marquez, “Art is a reflection of the creative spirit, and at the fair, it comes to life in countless forms, through crafts, culinary delights, and even the excitement of the carnival.”On opening day May 2nd, tickets were “artfully” priced at just $9.50; on subsequent days advance online pricing varied for adults between $18.50 and $27.50 depending on dates; kids and seniors over 60 were ticketed at $15.50. At the gate, adult pricing was $32, and kids and seniors priced at $17. Kids 5 and under received free admission every day.683,008 guests ...   [read more]
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Amusement Warehouse Podcast Episode 54 - Darren Torr, Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC)

Amusement Warehouse Podcast Episode 54 - Darren Torr, Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC)

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  Episode 54 of the Amusement Warehouse Podcast features Darren Torr, President of Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC). Darren Torr is an accomplished business leader with extensive experience across various industries, currently serving as President of Rocky Mountain Construction Group Inc since September 2020, focusing on delivering exceptional roller coaster experiences. Prior roles include President and Vice President positions at DataPro Solutions, Inc., specializing in human capital management and enterprise content management. Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast network including Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.   Follow on your Favorite Podcast Network   Listen Now Amusement Warehouse Podcast   [read more]
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  As reported by the Showmen's League of America, Dale Merriam, owner of Merriam's Midway Shows passed on July 4, 2025 at the age of 86.Dale was a Showmen's League of America Past President and had attended SLA banquets since the early 1950s when they were held in the Sherman House Hotel in Chicago. He was president of the SLA in 2014, the league's 101st year. At his presidential banquet he gave his outgoing address from horseback, dressed as Buffalo Bill Cody which was a memorable moment for everyone in attendance. Dale grew up traveling with his father's company, Merriam's Midway Shows. After high school, he pursued an education in engineering at Iowa State, achieving a PhD in the field. During what he referred to as his "Lost Decade" away from the carnival industry he worked as an engineer for such companies as McDonnell Aircraft. When his father decided it was time to sell the carnival, Dale stepped up to take over the business. He ran Merriam's Midway Shows alongside his wife ...   [read more]
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  On Tuesday, the senate passed President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" and is currently pending final review by the house.  Despite efforts by the Seasonal Employment Alliance (SEA) to get their proposed H-2B Certified Seasonal Employer Designation language included, the bill, ultimately, the Senate did not include any visa or workforce related provisions, including Trump's Golden Visa. According to the SEA, "We always understood that the effort to include H-2B in the reconciliation was an uphill battle, but we are always going to make a push to get H-2B included in any moving legislative vehicle."Reportedly, one of the major opponents of including any H-2B relief in the bill was Senator Grassley of Iowa. According to Grassley, the bill was intended for the President's priorities and absent White House direction, he would not include the language in the bill. OABA's P-4 Visa Push The OABA issued a statement to its membership on Wednesday to clarify that their ...   [read more]
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  Recreation By Design announces several staffing changes within the company starting with the promotion of Marcus Colon, who has been promoted to sales territory manager. Prior to this promotion, Marcus was the team lead in the warranty department where he gained valuable knowledge of operations, customer service, parts & warranty, and inventory."Marcus has been a dedicated teammate who has worked tirelessly for us for nearly 4 years to make sure our customers are taken care of. He takes great pride in understanding our customers, how critical it is for them [our customers] to get back to their vacations or their work assignments," says Andrew Rush, managing partner of RBD. Marcus will fill the position vacated by the recent retirement of Johnny Martin, who was Sales Manager and had been with RBD for nearly 35 years. Marcus will be responsible for fulfilling trailer needs for the harvester, traveler, and amusement industries.   Recreation by Design, a 3rd generation ...   [read more]
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  • Reithoffer Shows
    Allegany County Fair and Ag Expo
    7/11/2025 to 7/20/2025 - Cumberland, MD
  • Butler Amusements
    Stanislaus County Fair
    7/11/2025 to 7/20/2025 - Turlock, CA
  • Butler Amusements
    California State Fair
    7/11/2025 to 7/27/2025 - Sacramento, CA
  • Skerbeck Entertainment Group
    Van Buren Youth Fair
    7/15/2025 to 7/19/2025 - Hartford, MI
  • Reithoffer Shows
    Jefferson County Fair
    7/15/2025 to 7/20/2025 - Watertown, NY
  • Helm and Sons Amusements
    California Mid-State Fair
    7/16/2025 to 7/27/2025 - Pasa Robles, CA

2024 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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TALLEY AMUSEMENTS IS NOW HIRING!  APPLY IMMEDIATELY!  Call (817) 847-0888 or visit www.talleyamusements.comWaterloo Tent & Tarp is the amusement industry's leading source for canvas related products including bally cloths, ride tops, ride skirts, center joints, framed tents, and much more!  Call 800-537-1193 for more info.
Craftsmen Industries specializes in professional concession trailer design and much more featuring trailers by Schantz Mfg. and Chester Built Trailers.   Visit our web site at www.schantzmfg.com.Evans United Shows is now booking game concessions for the season!  Call Tom Evans   (816) 392-0759
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Campy's Amusements is Now Hiring -  Ring of Fire Foreman, Electrician, Ride Supers.  Call 973-864-0041 or visit www.campys.comMidway of Fun is now hiring ride operators for its California route!  Good pay, good hours, and good times !  Call 530-917-9242 or email midwayoffun@yahoo.com
Browns Amusements is now hiring ride help, game help, food help, electrician, and CDL drivers for the 2022 season.  Call Danny at (602) 763-1617 for more info or visit brownsamusements.com.Powers Great American Midways is NOW HIRING help in ALL departments including rides, games, food, drivers and more!  Call Phil at 910-409-0363 OR Brian at 407-252-8033.
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