Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with thrilling rides and games for all ages and tasty fair food for every appetite.

Event parking and admission are free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $30 on site, or online at Wristbands before 5 pm April 8 for $20 each, 2/$35 or 4/$60.

Ride tickets are also available at the carnival for $1.50 each, $30/20 tickets or $60/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. (Rides take 2 or more tickets each.)

Visit Carnival at The Avenues for coupon savings on rides and food.

Carnival hours:

5-10 pm Monday - Thursday

5-11 pm Friday

noon-11 pm Saturday

noon-10 pm Sunday

Please wear a mask, practice social distancing, and utilize the hand sanitizers and hand-washing stations located on the midway. Guests younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian age 21 or older.

Location: The event takes place in the mall parking area at 10300 Southside Blvd.

For more information, call 866-666-3247 or visit Carnival at The Avenues.

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