✦ Carnival ride rentals ✦
Bring the magic of the midway to your event
Ferris wheels, carousels and classic rides for festivals, corporate picnics and community celebrations across Your City and the surrounding region. Operators, setup and insurance included.
- Rides from $950
- Operators included
- $2M insured
Admit oneNo. 0427
Check your date
Availability and an all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.
Peak weekends book 6–10 weeks out
- Certified operators on every ride
- $2M liability + COI
- On-time delivery & setup
- All-inclusive pricing
- Quotes within 24 hours
The lineup
Classic rides, beautifully kept
Every ride arrives polished, inspected and staffed with a certified operator.
Family classicsFerris Wheel
Twelve gondolas, sixty feet of sky and the best view of your whole event.
Family classicsVintage Carousel
Hand-painted horses, a mirrored canopy and band-organ music.
Thrill ridesWave Swinger
Chair swings that fly out over the crowd as the canopy tilts.
Thrill ridesTilt & Spin
Lights, music and a gentle-to-wild spin that teens line up for.
Family classics
Thrill rides
Little ridersGiant Fun Slide
Burlap sacks, rainbow lanes and a forty-foot drop of giggles.
Little ridersKiddie Wheel
A pint-sized Ferris wheel for little riders and big smiles.
We booked a full midway for our city’s Fourth of July with three weeks’ notice. Every ride was inspected, permitted and running before the gates opened. They’re our partner for every big event now.
Trusted by event planners at
- Corporate picnics
- Universities
- City events
- Churches
- School districts
- County fairs
Made for
Every kind of celebration
From a backyard birthday to a city’s Fourth of July, we scale the midway to fit.
Corporate PicnicsTurn the company picnic into the event everyone talks about until next year.Explore
Festivals & FairsMulti-ride midways with crowd flow, ticketing and long days handled for you.Explore
Schools & UniversitiesAfter-prom, grad nights, welcome weeks and spring flings that run on time.Explore
Churches & CommunitiesFall festivals, block parties and fundraisers with family-friendly rides.Explore
City & Park EventsFourth of July, founders days and holiday lights with permits and COIs ready.Explore
Private CelebrationsBirthdays, weddings and backyard carnivals with a little vintage magic.Explore
Ride planner
How many rides keep lines short?
Tell us your crowd and how long the gates are open. We’ll suggest a lineup so every guest rides at least three times.
Based on about 220 riders per ride, per hour.
Packages
All-inclusive, no surprises
Every package includes certified operators, delivery, setup, teardown, inspections and insurance.
No. 01
The Kiddie Midway
2 rides · 4 hours
From$2,400
- Two family or kiddie rides
- Certified operators
- Delivery, setup & teardown
- Daily safety inspection
- $2M insurance + COI
Ideal forSchools, churches & birthdays
Quote This PackageNo. 02
The County Fair
4 rides · 6 hours
From$5,900
- Four rides incl. a Ferris Wheel or Carousel
- Operators + ride attendant
- Cotton candy machine & supplies
- LED festoon lighting
- Everything in The Kiddie Midway
Ideal forCorporate picnics & community days
Quote This PackageNo. 03
The Grand Midway
6+ rides · full day
From$9,800
- Custom lineup of six or more rides
- On-site event manager
- Game booths & concessions
- Ticket & wristband system
- Pre-event site visit
Ideal forFestivals, fairs & city events
Quote This PackageThe price you see is the price you pay. No operator fees, fuel fees or day-of add-ons.
Included with every rental
We handle it all. You enjoy the view.
One point of contact from your first call to the last truck leaving.
- Certified operatorsTrained, uniformed operators run every ride, all day.
- Safety inspectedRides are inspected every morning and carry current state permits.
- Delivery, setup & teardownConfirmed arrival windows, professional setup and a clean exit.
- $2M insurance + COICertificates of insurance for any venue, city or school district.
- Venue coordinationWe confirm space, access and power with your venue before event day.
All-inclusive rides from$950
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How it works
From quote to first ride
- 1
Request a quote
Tell us your date, crowd and favorite rides. It takes two minutes.
- 2
Get all-in pricing
A detailed quote within 24 hours. No hidden operator or fuel fees.
- 3
Lock your date
A deposit reserves your rides. We handle the venue details.
- 4
Enjoy the magic
We deliver, operate and tear down. You enjoy the view from the top.
Booking calendar
Festival season fills fast
June picnics and fall festival weekends go first. Here’s how the calendar looks right now.
- Plenty of dates
- A few weekends left
- Weekends booked, weekdays open
- Oct2026Few left
- Nov2026Open
- Dec2026Open
- Jan2027Open
- Feb2027Open
- Mar2027Few left
- Apr2027Few left
- May2027Weekends booked
- Jun2027Weekends booked
- Jul2027Few left
- Aug2027Few left
- Sep2027Weekends booked
Gallery
Moments from the midway
Real rides at real events, from golden hour to the last spin of the night.
Reviews
Planners come back every year
Our employee picnic finally felt like an event. The Ferris Wheel at sunset was the photo of the year and the crew was spotless.
Four rides, two thousand guests and not a single hiccup. They confirmed our power and access a week out and arrived early.
The carousel and teacups were perfect for our fall festival. Gentle, beautiful and run by the kindest operators.
Our promise
The vendor you never worry about
Been burned by a no-show before? We built our process to make sure it never happens.
On time, or it’s on us
Rides set up and inspected before your gates open, or your delivery fee is refunded.
The quote is the price
Operators, delivery, setup, fuel and insurance are in your quote. No day-of surprises.
Rain-day plan
Reschedule weather-cancelled dates with no penalty, held for twelve months.
Backup on standby
Spare equipment and on-call technicians, so the midway never goes dark.
| Twilight Carnival Co. | Typical vendor | |
|---|---|---|
| Certified operator on every ride | Yes | – |
| Daily safety inspection & permits | Yes | – |
| Insurance + COI included | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery, setup & teardown included | Yes | – |
| Backup equipment on standby | Yes | – |
| Surprise operator or fuel fees | – | Yes |
Service area
Rides stationed close to you
Our fleet is stationed across Your City and the surrounding region, not brokered. Farther out? Ask about multi-day festivals.
Free download
Plan a carnival like a pro
Sample midway layouts, a 60-day planning timeline, a permit and power checklist, and budget templates for every size event.
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FAQ
Good questions, clear answers
Pricing, space, power, safety and insurance, answered plainly.
Get a Free QuoteHow much does a carnival ride rental cost?
Rides start at $950, and most four-ride packages land between $5,000 and $7,000. Every quote includes operators, delivery, setup, teardown and insurance.
How far ahead should we book?
Summer weekends and fall festival season book 6–10 weeks out. Corporate picnics in June fill first, so check your date early.
Is a deposit required?
A 250eposit reserves your rides. Schools, cities and businesses can pay the balance by invoice or purchase order.
Who operates the rides?
Our certified, uniformed operators run every ride for the whole event. You never need to provide staff.
How many people can ride per hour?
Between 150 and 360 riders an hour depending on the ride. Our ride planner recommends how many rides keep lines short.
Do you have rides for little kids?
Yes. The Kiddie Wheel, Teacups, Carousel and Giant Fun Slide are all perfect for younger riders.
✦ Your midway awaits ✦
Let’s light up your event
Tell us your date and crowd. You’ll have availability and an all-inclusive quote within 24 hours.