Carnival Rides

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The summer Fair returns with a Kids’ Carnival area and the Carnival Midway full of rides and games.

Starting July 7th, carnival wristbands may only be purchased on site at a Butler Kiosk in the Carnival areas. The kiosks take both credit cards and cash. Any pre-purchased POP (unlimited ride wristband) need to redeemed at the POP redemption booth in the Carnival Midway.

Rides & Height Requirements

RIDE NAME # OF TICKETS TO RIDE ALONE WITH AN ADULT SPECIAL RULES
Bumper Cars
Himalaya
Alien Invasion
Century Wheel
Super Shot Drop Tower
Foot Loose
Shake Up
Rockstar
Freak Out
Giant Wheel
Zipper
Raptor
Haywire
Americana Carousel
Wacky Worm
Lolli Swing
Windsurfer
Yo-Yo
Tilt A Whirl
Cliffhanger
Eagle 16
Dizzy Dragon
Train
Monkey Maze Funhouse
Jump Around
Jumping Jungle Funhouse
Jungle of Fun
Airport 8
Wet Boats
Dragon Wagon
Roadsters
Avenger

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5
4
5
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5
5
5
5
5
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3
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4
4
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4
4
3
3
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3
5

48"
54"
48"
18 Years or Older
48"
54"
52"
42"
47"
N/A
54"
52"
42"
42"
42"
42"
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42"
42"
48"
48"
36" - 52"
36"
42"
36" - 54'
42"
42
42"
36" - 48"
48" - 56"
42"
48"

44"
54"
48"
42"
48"
54"
52"
42"
47"
48"
54"
52"
36"
36"
36"
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42"
36"
48"
42"
36"
36"
36"
N/A
36"
36"
36"
N/A
48" - 56"
36"
48"

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Size Restrictions Apply
Size Restrictions Apply
18 years older and 48" and taller or 44" with Adult (NO SINGLE RIDERS)
No Single Riders
Size Restrictions

2023 Ride Description

SPECTACULAR RIDES

A midway classic! The Scooter seats two passengers at a time into cars that are occupant steered. Rider’s bump and cruise along the slick steel floor while pursuing each other for a friendly bump!

You won’t have to make the trek to the snowy slopes of the Swiss Alps to experience the rush of a toboggan ride. See the fair in a blur as the fabulous Himalaya takes you on a fast, up-down-around trip faster and faster, then backward too. 

The lights and excitement of the midway literally become a blur as the Alien Invasion sweeps you off of your feet. Spinning at 24 RPM, The Alien Invasion uses centrifugal force to float the passengers off the floor, giving them the feeling of weightlessness. All aboard this 45-person capacity Alien Invasion for one wild ride.

The Century Wheel is sure to offer spectacular views of the midway.  The Century Wheel was recently fitted with high efficiency LED lights. Hundreds of bright beautiful patterns fill the sky, all while using less energy! Towering 67 feet.

The world-class Super Shot Drop Tower is one of Butler Amusements’ most popular rides. Unlike any other ride on our midway, the Super Shot will bring a new dimension of thrills to your carnival goers. 12 passengers are loaded into each circular passenger station. Over the shoulder harnesses secure patrons while they are gently lifted up the 90 foot tower. Once the passenger station reaches the top, it is released in an accelerated freefall and riders experience G-Forces more than 3½ times normal. Riders are then cushioned by a magnetic braking system stopping the station before it reaches the base of the tower. The Super Shot is an exciting spectacular addition to the Butler midway.

Thrill-seekers have touted this ride as one of the Midway’s “craziest!” On the Footloose the ride’s two gigantic arms loop counterclockwise to each other, turning completely upside down. Riders are secured by over the shoulder harnesses while their legs dangle free in the open air. This ride is sure to thrill even the bravest of riders.

 

The Shake Up is one of the most exciting rides on the midway. Made in England it stands 45 feet high and has 6 – 4 passenger seats.  Passengers sit in one of four seats on the outside edge of the ride.  As the Shake Up begins to rise six sets of seats begin to spin.  Up, down and around passengers’ thrill to the sight and feel of Shake Up. 

Our  Rockin’ themed ride will light up the midway  to the delight of fairgoers. The Rock Star is a platform ride with two-tiered stadium style seating the moves up and over in a circular fashion as riders leave their stomach behind.

The Freak Out, manufactured by KMG –Netherlands boasts an energy efficient light package utilizing LED’s which produce clear bright color while using 90% less power to operate.

The Freak Out Towers at 70 feet, and seats 16 persons taking them on a thrilling journey into the sky! Passengers are secured by over the shoulder harnesses as they dangle in expectation. Once the ride begins the seats slowly rotate as the entire boom begins to swing horizontally. Passengers swing over the midway directly overhead of those watching from the front of the ride. The ride climax is reached as the boom reaches a height of over 40 feet in the air while the passenger seats rotate.

A towering tradition of Butler Amusements, the majestic Giant Wheel dominates the Midway day and night, offering patrons a sweeping view from a height of nearly 100 feet! Passengers are seated in separate gondolas and then whisked smoothly over the top and down again, reminiscent of the ferris wheel. The Giant Wheel is a pleasant ride for the entire family.

The Zipper has been one of the Midway’s most recognizable attractions for years, providing thrills to riders from teens to adults.  There’s more spinning going on with the Zipper than an out of control top. While the ‘cages’ holding two passengers each rise and descend on a tower boom, each spins independently and the entire boom turns, too.  Three times the action, backed by spectacular lighting bringing them back for more. 

Riders must be at least 50” tall to ride

The Raptor has a familiar look of the classic scrambler, but with an extra special kick that multiplies the fun and excitement. Four arms are connected to seats in pods of three. Each pod of seats spins counterclockwise while the entire arm turns counterclockwise giving riders the feeling of being in the center of a crazy vortex. The Raptor has 18 seats each holding 2 adults per seat.

MAJOR RIDES AND SHOWS

Families delight as they spin in two directions at the same time. The Haywire has 12 seats each seat capable of holding 3 people. The main frame spins as each arm of seats spins independently, creating a feeling of funky flight. The Haywire also features Deluxe Lighting and programmed incandescent “Ultra Lights.”

For decades, audiences have been awed by the beautifully handcrafted majesty of the carousel. To witness The Americana Merry Go Round is to see this piece of Americana in all its glory. This 30 foot Americana Themed Carousel features jumping horses, and 2 chariots. Parents and children create memories while they enjoy the sights and sounds of this beautiful ride together!

The Wacky Worm coaster is designed for the whole family. This two-level family roller coaster is a great way for the entire family to enjoy the carnival. This brightly painted worm, surrounded by flower cup lights, is a charming addition to the Midway.

Enjoy all the fun of the sweet colors and savory sensation of a lollipop without the calories and sugar! This brightly colored ride has 16 swings decorated with large swirl lollipops and lights. The centerpiece is a large clown complete with a red nose and floppy shoes.

This exciting ride, manufactured by Wisdom Industries, is the very first of its kind and Butler Amusements is the first to own it! The Winder Surfer has eight cars each with a sail and a two-person capacity seat. Each wing is controlled by the riders, so the seat flies up and down. The center of the Wind Surfer tips and lifts to simulate the swooping action of Wind Surfing on ocean waves.

Passengers take their seats and then slowly rise into the air and they’re off on a variation of the swing, called the Yo Yo. As it turns the top leans, giving riders the thrill of ‘flying’! A family ride for youngsters, teens, and adults.

Round and round they go and where they stop, nobody knows! An old favorite that has thrilled and excited patrons for generations, the Tilt-A-Whirl is a swirling experience for teens and adults. Separate cars rotate individually as the entire ride revolves up, down and around!

The Cliff Hanger is an unusual amusement ride where, instead of sitting, passengers lie horizontally within the frame of colorful gliders. After riders are buckled in, the ride begins to turn and then rises in the air for a thrilling, soaring sensation before gently gliding back to “Earth”.

A staple of the American Midway, this 16-seat Ferris wheel has eight front facing cars holding two riders in each.  It offers both a gentle ride around the 360-degree vertical circle and a thrilling view, as riders are lifted high above the ground and able to see for miles.

FAMILY RIDES

On the Dizzy Dragon four larger than life dragon’s welcome children and parents aboard for a smooth ride. Once riders climb into the dragon’s belly they are seated and can move the ride at their own pace by turning a giant steering wheel. This wheel spins the entire dragon and spins the entire party while entire ride revolves as well.

All aboard!! This fun-filled train trip for the whole family takes place in brightly colored cartoon-like cars. Passengers board the train at the station and with merry music, and bright scenery, the journey begins around a circular track. Fun for everyone is in store on the Looney tooter.

The new jump around is a first of its kind, fully interactive family ride that is sure to be a hit amongst kids of all ages. Brand new to Butler Amusements in 2007 the jump around combines dune buggy themed vehicles with a unique, patent pending interactive bouncing motion. Up to four children or one adult and two children can be accommodated in each vehicle for a capacity of 600 rides per hour.

The Jungle is an interactive, two-story jungle gym for children measuring 36”-48” inches. It includes a cargo net to climb, obstacle punching bags and a 15-foot slide.

KID RIDES

The Jumping Jungle Funhouse is a walk-through funhouse with a wild twist. Patrons can enjoy scenes from the jungle while negotiating obstacles. Unusual sights and sounds mixed with classic funhouse tricks make the Jumping Jungle fun for the entire family. The beautiful scenery and two stories of fun will attract all funhouse enthusiasts.

The Airport 8 is a great ride for the whole family! These jet fighters have a small steering wheel that allows the children to maneuver the ride up and down as if they are the ones flying the jet through the air.

This kid ride features individual mini boats that float in water along a circular path. A great carnival ride for first timers!

(From Michael Jacksons Neverland Ranch)

The Dragon Wagon is a kid size coaster. Riders travel in an undulating circle around a raised track. The coaster cars are themed like a dragon and each section of its body hold two passengers.

Gets your little motor running on this high-octane kiddy ride. The Roadsters is an umbrella ride with mini classic cars to ride in which travel in a 360-degree rotation. This ride will bring out the little grease monkey in any child!

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