AMUSEMENT PARK NEWS
4/20/2018
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The 2018 Central Florida Fair took place from March 1st through March 18th at the Central Florida Fairgrounds. The fair, which has been around for more than 100 years, brings in more than 200,000 people annually. One of its goals is to preserve and enhance the agricultural, educational and historical legacy of Central Florida and all of its counties. Before Walt Disney World was placed on the map, Central Florida Fair was said to be so important to the city of Orlando that schools would close on opening day so kids could attend and enjoy the ......[read more]
A Carnival of Fun/Johnston Amusements is helmed by owner Ken Johnston, who recalls his operation’s humble start, and revels in the large-scale fun his operation offers today. Headquartered in Elk Grove, Calif., the carnival is about to celebrate its 61st offering in that town, with forty other shows presented at other locations throughout the year. “It all began in 5th grade,” Johnston reminisces, “when my class needed an overhead projector. My mom suggested that the PTA moms run a school carnival to raise the money for ......[read more]
CARNIVAL ROUTES
Deggeller Attractions
Dunn P.A.L. Fair | Dunn, NC4/13/2018 - 4/22/2018
Arnold Amusements
Sacred Heart Spring Festival | Pinellas Park, FL4/19/2018 - 4/22/2018
Arnold Amusements
Spring Fest | Gulf Port, FL4/19/2018 - 4/22/2018
Wade Shows
Fiesta San Antonio | San Antonio, TX4/19/2018 - 4/29/2018
Ray Cammack Shows
Pima County Fair | Tucson, AZ4/19/2018 - 4/29/2018
Helm & Sons
Columbus High School | Downey, CA4/20/2018 - 4/22/2018
Ray Cammack Shows
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival | Indio, CA4/20/2018 - 4/22/2018
CARNIVAL & FAIR INDUSTRY BUZZ
It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Joe Zumsteg. Joe worked in the amusement industry as a stock salesman for Rhode Island Novelty and Classic Toy for many years. Joe will be remembered by his devotion to his friends and customers and passion for the carnival and amusement industry.
Joe passed away at his home in suburban Western Springs, Illinois during the morning hours of April 19, 2018 after a long battle with brain cancer.
There will be no bereavement service. Just like Joe never to bring attention to himself, he asked to be cremated and his remains be buried with his family in St. Louis. We will miss him so, so much.
Please keep posted to CarnivalWarehouse.com as we are preparing a tribute story to be published in the coming days.
Posted by: Matt Cook on 4/19/2018
Bobby Myers and Joey Weaver's new Gosetto dark ride is currently in production at Gosetto's factory in Italy. The factory recently assembled the ride for inspection and is now in the process of dismantling it for painting and galvanizing.
The dark ride is a two story piece with an 80ft front and is planned to rack on two semi trailers. The front will sport a haunted castle theme with 3D scenery panels built out of fiberglass. Production is ahead of schedule and the ride is slated to debut at the Minnesota State Fair, August 23 - September 3, 2018. The piece will then travel to the Texas State Fair in Dallas.
Additional photos of the construction can be found in the photo gallery.
Posted by: Matt Cook on 4/16/2018
2017 TOP 50 FAIRS
- Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo - Houston, TX
- Texas State Fair - Dallas, TX
- San Antonio Livestock Show & Ex. - San Antonio, TX
- Minnesota State Fair - St. Paul, MN
- San Diego County Fair - Del Mar, CA
INDUSTRY EVENTS
November 13 - 16, 2018
IAAPA Attractions Expo
Orlando, FL
Orlando, FL
November 25 - 28, 2018
IAFE Convention
San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX
January 12 - 17, 2019
AIMS Safety Seminar
Galveston, TX
Galveston, TX
January 25 - 27, 2019
Halloween & Party Expo
New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, LA
February 5 - 8, 2019
IISF "Gibtown" Trade Show
Riverview, FL
Riverview, FL
