Miami-Dade County Youth Fair Sees Record Midway & Attendance
The Florida Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, also known as the Youth Fair, is one of the largest outdoor events supporting, promoting and empowering young people in North America. This ... [read more]
Amateur Artist Designs Artwork for Big Rock Amusement's Himalaya Ride
According to Justin Goodell, general operations manager at Big Rock, the 25-year-old from Alabama started following Big Rock Amusements on social media platforms, expressing her joy and enthusiasm ... [read more]
Roy Campos, the Trailblazing Show Painter
Johnny Meah. Joe Gallaso. Fred Johnson. Jack Siglar. “Snap” Wyatt. Bobby Wicks. Jack Cripe. Kevin Rosentreter. Bill Browning. The ... [read more]
Blue Sky Amusements Owner Reflects on Past & Present in Industry: "Things are Getting Tougher"
Blue Sky Amusements had a phenomenal season in 2022, according to owner Bill Reiss, but he also recently shared that ultimately the family-owned business is getting tougher to grow in more ways than ... [read more]
First-Quarter Forecast: Belle City Amusements Breaks Florida Route Records
H-2B Labor Processing Delays Leaves Show Short Handed
Florida plays a crucial role for the fair industry. Not only is the Sunshine State the home office and/or winter quarters for many of the leading midway providers in the country, its tropical climate ... [read more]
Tap N Go Achieves Strong Growth
Shara Pathak of Tap N' Go is excited about the progress her company has made in only a short three year period. Initially, the concept started by finding a software partner for their RFID ... [read more]
Reithoffer Shows Adds to Ride Arsenal for 2023 Season
Reithoffer Shows of Gibsonton, Fla. has acquired new attractions for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. Company president Rick Reithoffer announced the new acquisitions. Sharon Popovich, the ... [read more]
Meester Mike's of Coral Gables Offers Tasty Treats from Canada to Florida
Mike Zdebiak, a second-generation purveyor of fun food at carnivals, fairs, and festivals, is the owner of Meester Mike's of Coral Gables. The company is thriving post-pandemic, offering chicken ... [read more]
South Florida Fair: High Revenues & Engaged Communities
The South Florida Fair not only had its best attended, post-lockdown fair, but also its highest grossing revenue. An early fair, often viewed as a harbinger for trends in the ... [read more]
Florida State Fair: Attendance & Per-Cap Records Set, Advertising Budget Increased & New Security Measures Implemented
With days of record attendance, revenue and per-cap spending – and an increased advertising budget – the Florida State Fair – in theory, the first “state” fair ... [read more]
