Carnival Info
Take advantage of unlimited ride options, or purchase tickets to enjoy the rides whenever it is convenient for you.
Unlimited Rides all 5 Days
$70 Purchased online until Wednesday, September 2
$78 Purchased online & onsite thru Saturday, September 5
Buy in advance and save! Save $8 on the Megaband by purchasing online in advance through September 2.
Please note: There is a $2.99 per transaction (not per wristband) service charge for online purchases. Single day wristbands are not available for purchase online. Regular $78 price applies on online purchases beginning September 3. Megabands will be sold online through Saturday, September 5. All wristband sales are final, rain or shine.
Once the Wristband is applied, it cannot be removed or altered in any way. If the band is torn, taped, or reapplied by any other means, the band is invalid.
If your child has special needs, please report to the main ticket box to request accommodation before the wristband is applied.
Carnival Hours
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
6 - 10 pm
6 - 11 pm
1 - 11 pm
1 - 11 pm
1 - 6:30 pm
Height Requirements
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For young children, many carnival rides can be ridden with an adult. Full height requirements can be found at this link.
On-Site Ticket Prices
Ride tickets are available for purchase on site. The more you buy, the more you save. The average kiddie ride is 8 tickets and the maximum teen ride is 14 tickets.
2026 Single Day Ride Wristband Special Pricing
Pricing offered on certain days during time frames listed below:
Thursday $38 Unlimited Rides (Valid 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.)
Expires at closing. All activation fees included.
Saturday $38 Unlimited Rides (Valid 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
Expires at 6 p.m. All activation Fees included.
Sunday $38 Unlimited Rides (Valid 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
Expires at 6 p.m. All activation Fees Included .
Monday $38 Unlimited Rides (Valid 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.)
Expires at 6 p.m. All activation Fees included.
Please note: The Unlimited Ride Wristband can only be purchased onsite at the festival and is valid for a single day during the above specified days and times. The Megaband is good for unlimited rides for the entire festival.
Festival Map
Location
Get to know your way around the fest!
Mike Rylko Community Park
951 McHenry Road
Buffalo Grove