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Rides, Games & Thrills

Real rides, classic games, and carnival favorites in the Rides & Game Zone. All four days, all ages welcome.

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What's on the Midway

A taste of what to expect this August

Family Coaster

Dragon Wagon

A favorite for the brave kids in your group.

Night Swings

Chair Swing

Best ride at dusk when the lights come on.

Inflatable Slide

Fire Pup

Climb up, slide down, do it again.

Giant Slide

Fun Slide

Three lanes of slide. Race your friends.

Spinning Ride

Loopy Plane

You will be dizzy. You will love it.

Kid Drivers

Mighty Mac

Tiny drivers, big honks.

Fun House

Field of Strawberries

Mirrors, mazes, more mirrors.

More rides being finalized

Check back soon for the full lineup

Carnival games

Ring toss, basketball, duck pond, and more

Lineup varies year to year

This is a taste of what to expect

A note from the festival

We heard you.

Real rides are back at the Lexington Blueberry Festival for 2026. Big, loud, classic carnival favorites. The kind you remember from county fairs growing up.

The Rides & Game Zone returns this August with carnival rides, inflatables, and classic midway games.

See you there.

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What to Expect at the rides & game zone

Everything families want to know before they show up. Bring this in your pocket.

Tickets & Wristbands

Single ride tickets or all-day wristbands are both available at the ticket booth. Pricing details will be posted closer to the festival. Cash and card are both accepted on site.

Something for every age

Toddler-friendly inflatables and kid-sized rides sit alongside family coasters and a few bigger spinning rides for older kids and brave adults. There is fun for everyone in the family.

Height & safety

Each ride posts its own height requirement at the entrance, and operators check before loading. Smaller riders should stick to the kid-sized rides and inflatables. Wristband-eligible rides are clearly marked.

Open during festival hours

The Rides & Game Zone runs the same hours as the rest of the festival, Thursday through Sunday in August. Plan to ride early evening to catch the lights coming on at dusk.

Weather pauses

Rides may pause briefly during heavy rain or lightning, and reopen once weather clears. Tickets and wristbands stay valid through the pause. Check the schedule page for storm updates.

Games & prizes

Classic carnival games run alongside the rides. Ring toss, basketball, duck pond, and more. Win plush toys and small prizes the kids will remember the whole drive home.

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Find the Rides

The Rides & Game Zone sets up in its own area of Lexington Community Park. Follow signs from the Brightspeed Stage or check the festival map for the layout. Plenty of seating, food vendors, and shade nearby.

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Dates

Aug 20 to 23, 2026

Thursday through Sunday

Location

Rides & Game Zone

Lexington Community Park

Payment

Tickets & Wristbands

Cash or card

Access

Family-Friendly

Strollers welcome, ADA routes on map

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Frequently Asked

How much do the rides cost?

Both individual ride tickets and all-day wristbands will be available at the ride zone. Pricing details will be posted closer to the festival. Pay with cash or card at the ticket booth.

Are there height or age requirements?

Yes. Each ride has its own posted height requirement. Smaller kids should stick to the kid-sized rides and inflatables. Wristband-friendly rides will be clearly marked.

Will the same rides be there every year?

The exact lineup of rides and games can change year to year depending on what carnival operators bring with them. Expect a mix of kid rides, family coasters, inflatables, spinning rides, and classic carnival games each year.

Can I bring snacks while my kid rides?

Yes. The ride zone has space to sit and wait while kids cycle through rides. Food vendors are nearby. Most rides will hold your bag or jacket while you ride, but valuables are your responsibility.

What if it rains?

Rides may pause briefly during heavy rain or lightning, and resume once it is safe. Tickets and wristbands stay valid after the weather clears. Check the festival schedule page for any storm updates.

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