By Sara Beth Williams–
A carnival happening at the Sunrise Mall this week was disrupted by rains this week.
Midway of Fun, a family-owned carnival, could be seen setting up carnival rides and games early this week in the parking lot in front of Sunrise Mall near the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane. The carnival is slated to operate from Wednesday, Feb. 5 until Sunday, Feb. 16 according to the carnival company’s website, with hours from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
A visit to the carnival on Thursday found the grounds vacant of patrons and attractions closed. An update on Midway of Fun’s Facebook page confirmed that the carnival closed due to the rain on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Unlimited rides wristbands will cost $30 per person, according to signs posted on ticket booth windows. The carnival’s website now allows customers to purchase unlimited ride tickets online and redeem the code at the ticket kiosk. Admission can also be purchased individually at each attraction, and the cost and height requirements are posted at each attraction. Fair food is also available for purchase during the carnival.
Online ticket purchases are only available until Friday, Feb. 14 and unlimited wrist bands are only available until 9 p.m.. Visit Midway of Fun’s website for more information.
The carnival does not allow expecting mothers, persons wearing a cast, or children under 36 inches to participate in rides at the carnival.
Brass Ring Amusements’ Midway of Fun is a family-owned carnival that has been serving fairs, festivals and private events throughout California since 1985 and labels itself as “California’s friendliest carnival,” according to the company’s website.
