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Discover the excitement of the State Fair of Louisiana with Tally Amusements as your official carnival supplier! For generations, Tally Amusement Company has been bringing joy to families across the nation, and now we're thrilled to welcome them to our fairgrounds.

With over 200 years of combined experience, Tally Amusements knows how to create unforgettable fun. From thrilling rides like The Beast and the Iron Dragon Roller Coaster to delectable carnival treats, they've got everything you need for a fantastic day out.

At the State Fair of Louisiana, safety is our priority, and Tally Amusements shares our commitment to providing a secure environment for all our guests. Join us as we introduce Tally Amusements to our fair, and let the excitement begin!


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Spectacular Rides

Big Kahuna Big Kahuna The Big Kahuna is a spectacular music ride that features free swinging ride vehicles that move up and down the hills and valleys of the ride. The Big Kahuna runs in forward and reverse for added thrill. Height Requirements
48 inch minimum The Big Kahuna is a spectacular music ride that features free swinging ride vehicles that move up and down the hills and valleys of the ride. The Big Kahuna runs in forward and reverse for added thrill. Height Requirements
48 inch minimum
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Defender Defender The Defender is a spectacular attraction that is sure to grab the attention of fairgoers. This high-impact propeller ride dazzles riders with its fast action movements and LED light show.

 The Defender is a spectacular attraction that is sure to grab the attention of fairgoers. This high-impact propeller ride dazzles riders with its fast action movements and LED light show.
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Hard Rock Hard Rock The Hard Rock is a spectacular thrill ride that elevates riders 55'' above the midway on top of a flying platform! The Hard Rock gives riders a unique free-fall experience as the platform whisks towards the ground. The Hard Rock is a spectacular thrill ride that elevates riders 55'' above the midway on top of a flying platform! The Hard Rock gives riders a unique free-fall experience as the platform whisks towards the ground.
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Iron Dragon Coaster Iron Dragon Coaster The Iron Dragon Coaster is a spectacular roller coaster with plenty of hairpin turns, fast and sudden drops, and plenty of air time! Height Requirements 48 inches with an adult
52 inches alone. The Iron Dragon Coaster is a spectacular roller coaster with plenty of hairpin turns, fast and sudden drops, and plenty of air time! Height Requirements 48 inches with an adult
52 inches alone.
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Mega Drop Mega Drop The Mega Drop is a 120' drop tower that is sure to give you a thrill! Height Requirements 54 inch minimum. The Mega Drop is a 120' drop tower that is sure to give you a thrill! Height Requirements 54 inch minimum.
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Scorpion Scorpion Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult
48 inches alone. Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult
48 inches alone.
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Sky Liner Sky Liner The Sky Liner is a spectacular 100ft tall swing ride that swings riders high above the midway! Height Requirements
48 inch minimum. The Sky Liner is a spectacular 100ft tall swing ride that swings riders high above the midway! Height Requirements
48 inch minimum.
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Thunder Fest Thunder Fest The Thunder Fest is a spectacular European style ride that rides riders in a circular motion through hills and valleys. Guests are automatically drawn to the rock and roll themed artwork and popular music playing on the ride. The Thunder Fest is a spectacular European style ride that rides riders in a circular motion through hills and valleys. Guests are automatically drawn to the rock and roll themed artwork and popular music playing on the ride.
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Wave Swinger Wave Swinger The Wave Swinger built in Italy, this spectacular swing ride will be the icon on the midway, swinging riders over the crowd in a wave like motion. The Wave Swinger is built for riders of all ages. Height Requirements 48 inch minimum.
 The Wave Swinger built in Italy, this spectacular swing ride will be the icon on the midway, swinging riders over the crowd in a wave like motion. The Wave Swinger is built for riders of all ages. Height Requirements 48 inch minimum.
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Alien Abduction Alien Abduction Riders enter the giant space ship, where they stand against the walls, and defy the laws of gravity! Inside and out, the ride is decked out with a special color changing LED light show.
Height Requirements: 48 inch minimum. Riders enter the giant space ship, where they stand against the walls, and defy the laws of gravity! Inside and out, the ride is decked out with a special color changing LED light show.
Height Requirements: 48 inch minimum.
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Jukebox Fun House Jukebox Fun House The Juke Box Fun House is a spectacular music themed fun house filled with all sorts of tricks and surprises! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone. The Juke Box Fun House is a spectacular music themed fun house filled with all sorts of tricks and surprises! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone.
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Helix 360 Helix 360 The ride is made up of a central column supporting two swinging arms. Passengers are seated inside the vehicle, whose safety is guaranteed by overhead shoulder bar and a double locking system. Height Requirements
48 inch minimum. The ride is made up of a central column supporting two swinging arms. Passengers are seated inside the vehicle, whose safety is guaranteed by overhead shoulder bar and a double locking system. Height Requirements
48 inch minimum.
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Fast Trax Slide Fast Trax Slide Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Giant Wheel Giant Wheel 108ft tall Giant Ferris Wheel. This amazing wheel is imported from the Netherlands and features spacious gondolas capable of seating 4-6 adults. Height Requirements
48 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. 108ft tall Giant Ferris Wheel. This amazing wheel is imported from the Netherlands and features spacious gondolas capable of seating 4-6 adults. Height Requirements
48 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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The Beast The Beast The Beast dazzles riders with its over the top thrills. Riders sit in bottomless seats with their feet hanging below them. As the claw begins to rotate, the pendelleum swings back and forth. Height Requirements 48 inches minimum. The Beast dazzles riders with its over the top thrills. Riders sit in bottomless seats with their feet hanging below them. As the claw begins to rotate, the pendelleum swings back and forth. Height Requirements 48 inches minimum.
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Major Rides

Twister Twister The Twister is a modern version of the classic Scrambler ride that spins riders in two different directions. As the center of the ride rotates, so does the spindles which the seats are on.
Height Requirements: 42 inch minimum. The Twister is a modern version of the classic Scrambler ride that spins riders in two different directions. As the center of the ride rotates, so does the spindles which the seats are on.
Height Requirements: 42 inch minimum.
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Orbitor Orbitor As the center spins at 24 revolutions per minute the arms lift spinning the seat spindles at a dizzying 26 revolutions per minute! Hold on tight!
Height Requirements 48 inch minimum. As the center spins at 24 revolutions per minute the arms lift spinning the seat spindles at a dizzying 26 revolutions per minute! Hold on tight!
Height Requirements 48 inch minimum.
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Monkey Maze Monkey Maze The Monkey Maze is a spectacular two story fun house that features a mirror maze on the bottom and trick mirrors on the upper floor. Guests finish the fun house after going down a spiral slide! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Monkey Maze is a spectacular two story fun house that features a mirror maze on the bottom and trick mirrors on the upper floor. Guests finish the fun house after going down a spiral slide! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Haunted House Haunted House The Haunted House is a spooky ride through dark ride. Inside the haunted mansion, guests will encounter some unique scares and mechanical props. Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult and 42 inches alone. The Haunted House is a spooky ride through dark ride. Inside the haunted mansion, guests will encounter some unique scares and mechanical props. Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult and 42 inches alone.
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Jukebox Fun House Jukebox Fun House The Juke Box Fun House is a spectacular music themed fun house filled with all sorts of tricks and surprises! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone. The Juke Box Fun House is a spectacular music themed fun house filled with all sorts of tricks and surprises! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone.
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Century Wheel Century Wheel The Century Wheel is one of the tallest and most popular rides on the midway. Above this 65’ tall Ferris wheel, guests will get a birds eye view of the surrounding area! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone. The Century Wheel is one of the tallest and most popular rides on the midway. Above this 65’ tall Ferris wheel, guests will get a birds eye view of the surrounding area! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult 42 inches alone.
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Zipper Zipper The Zipper is arguably one of the most popular thrill rides in America for teenagers and thrill seekers. Height Requirements
48 inches minimum. The Zipper is arguably one of the most popular thrill rides in America for teenagers and thrill seekers. Height Requirements
48 inches minimum.
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Zumer Zumer The Zumur is a fast paced swing ride that kids and adults will love! Height Requirements 42 inches minimum. The Zumur is a fast paced swing ride that kids and adults will love! Height Requirements 42 inches minimum.
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Tilt-A-Whirl Tilt-A-Whirl Since its inception in 1929, the Tilt-A-Whirl remains one of America’s favorite amusement rides. Customers all ages have been known to enjoy riding this timeless classic. Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult 48 inches alone. Since its inception in 1929, the Tilt-A-Whirl remains one of America’s favorite amusement rides. Customers all ages have been known to enjoy riding this timeless classic. Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult 48 inches alone.
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Rock-N-Cars Rock-N-Cars The Spider is an age old ride which features 12 free spinning tubs and whirl around as the 6 spider like arms spin and fall. Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult 48 inches alone. The Spider is an age old ride which features 12 free spinning tubs and whirl around as the 6 spider like arms spin and fall. Height Requirements 42 inches with an adult 48 inches alone.
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Downdraft Downdraft The Downdraft is fast moving thrill ride that rotates riders in a circle while propelling them in an outward motion. As the vehicles quickly lower, riders experience a free fall sensation. Height Requirements 48 inch minimum. The Downdraft is fast moving thrill ride that rotates riders in a circle while propelling them in an outward motion. As the vehicles quickly lower, riders experience a free fall sensation. Height Requirements 48 inch minimum.
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Zero Gravity Zero Gravity The Zero Gravity uses centrifugal force to secure riders to the cage. As the ride begins to spin, it lifts on a angle giving riders the ultimate thrill! Height Requirements 42 inch minimum
77 inch maximum. The Zero Gravity uses centrifugal force to secure riders to the cage. As the ride begins to spin, it lifts on a angle giving riders the ultimate thrill! Height Requirements 42 inch minimum
77 inch maximum.
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Cliff Hanger Cliff Hanger The Cliff Hanger gives riders the sensation of flying as riders lie on their stomach. As the ride begins to spin, it rises at a 45 degree angle.

 The Cliff Hanger gives riders the sensation of flying as riders lie on their stomach. As the ride begins to spin, it rises at a 45 degree angle.
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Haunted Mansion Haunted Mansion The Haunted Mansion is a spooky ride through dark ride. Inside the haunted mansion, guests will encounter some unique scares and mechanical props.

 The Haunted Mansion is a spooky ride through dark ride. Inside the haunted mansion, guests will encounter some unique scares and mechanical props.
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Spider Spider The Spider is an age old ride which features 12 free spinning tubs and whirl around as the 6 spider like arms spin and fall.

 The Spider is an age old ride which features 12 free spinning tubs and whirl around as the 6 spider like arms spin and fall.
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Kiddie & Family Rides

Wacky Dog Coaster Wacky Dog Coaster The Wacky Dog is a family friendly roller coaster with several small hills and hairpin turns. Mom and dad can ride too! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Wacky Dog is a family friendly roller coaster with several small hills and hairpin turns. Mom and dad can ride too! Height Requirements 36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Bear Affair Bear Affair The Bear Affair is a family ride. It has a double circular motion. The base of the ride spins the four bear tubs via electric motor. The bears themselves spin through people power. Height Requirements
42 inches minimum. The Bear Affair is a family ride. It has a double circular motion. The base of the ride spins the four bear tubs via electric motor. The bears themselves spin through people power. Height Requirements
42 inches minimum.
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Tea Cups Tea Cups Kids can spin their tea cups as fast or slow as they want on this classic children's ride. Height Requirements
36 inches minimum. Kids can spin their tea cups as fast or slow as they want on this classic children's ride. Height Requirements
36 inches minimum.
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Gators Gators Kids love riding on these friendly gators! Height Requirements
36 inches minimum, 54 inches maximum. Kids love riding on these friendly gators! Height Requirements
36 inches minimum, 54 inches maximum.
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Combo Cars Combo Cars The Combo Kiddie Ride features a combination of motorcycles, ATVs, and Jeeps. The children love this ride because they can honk the horns on any of the vehicles. Height Requirements
36 inches minimum. The Combo Kiddie Ride features a combination of motorcycles, ATVs, and Jeeps. The children love this ride because they can honk the horns on any of the vehicles. Height Requirements
36 inches minimum.
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Jumping Cycles Jumping Cycles The Jumping Cycles features kid-size motorcycles that pop wheelies, go over jumps, and more. The Motorcycle Jump has been a favorite kiddie ride for decades.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54 inches maximum. The Jumping Cycles features kid-size motorcycles that pop wheelies, go over jumps, and more. The Motorcycle Jump has been a favorite kiddie ride for decades.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54 inches maximum.
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ATV Quad Runner ATV Quad Runner Kids of all ages are sure to love driving their very own 4 X 4 Quad ATV's as they circle the track and race to the finish line!

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54inches maximum. Kids of all ages are sure to love driving their very own 4 X 4 Quad ATV's as they circle the track and race to the finish line!

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54inches maximum.
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Fun Slide Fun Slide The Fun Slide is another favorite among children and adults on the midway. Guests ride down this 65 foot long fiberglass slide on felt sleds.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Fun Slide is another favorite among children and adults on the midway. Guests ride down this 65 foot long fiberglass slide on felt sleds.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Helicopters Helicopters Riders control the flying level of their space age helicopter as they move around in a circle. Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. Riders control the flying level of their space age helicopter as they move around in a circle. Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Quadzilla Quadzilla Hop into a dune buggy-styled car that will begin your quest to conquer the 4 headed creature, QUADZILLA! Height Requirements
32 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
 Hop into a dune buggy-styled car that will begin your quest to conquer the 4 headed creature, QUADZILLA! Height Requirements
32 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Groovy Bus Groovy Bus Ride along in this flower power themed bus ride!

Height Requirements
39" minimum
54" maximum Ride along in this flower power themed bus ride!

Height Requirements
39" minimum
54" maximum
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Dune Buggy Jump Dune Buggy Jump The Dune Buggies is a tame ride for children that rotates in a continuous circle. It features a combination of different colored Dune Buggies each equipped with a steering wheel and horn.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum. The Dune Buggies is a tame ride for children that rotates in a continuous circle. It features a combination of different colored Dune Buggies each equipped with a steering wheel and horn.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum.
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Kiddie Swing Kiddie Swing Height Requirements
32 inches minimum
42 inches maximum. Height Requirements
32 inches minimum
42 inches maximum.
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Choo Choo Express Choo Choo Express The Choo Choo Express is a fun child size roller coaster that's geared toward the little ones!

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
44 inches alone. The Choo Choo Express is a fun child size roller coaster that's geared toward the little ones!

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
44 inches alone.
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Monster Trucks Monster Trucks A popular attraction that simulates the excitement of a monster truck event.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. A popular attraction that simulates the excitement of a monster truck event.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Jumping Jumbos Jumping Jumbos Kids will love to fly their own friendly elephant! As the ride spins, the elephant lifts off the ground.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. Kids will love to fly their own friendly elephant! As the ride spins, the elephant lifts off the ground.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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El Paso Train El Paso Train A favorite among young children is the El Paso Train.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
48 inches maximum. A favorite among young children is the El Paso Train.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
48 inches maximum.
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Carousel Menagerie Carousel Menagerie The Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. Our carousel features two rows of brightly decorated horses.
Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. Our carousel features two rows of brightly decorated horses.
Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Orient Express Orient Express The Orient Express is a kiddie roller coaster that mom and dad can ride along too! Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
48 inches alone. The Orient Express is a kiddie roller coaster that mom and dad can ride along too! Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
48 inches alone.
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Wet Boats Wet Boats Take a boat Ride without getting wet! A favorite among the kids!

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
48 inches maximum. Take a boat Ride without getting wet! A favorite among the kids!

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
48 inches maximum.
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Ships-A-Hoy Ships-A-Hoy The Ships Ahoy is a family ride. Height Requirements
42 inches minimum. The Ships Ahoy is a family ride. Height Requirements
42 inches minimum.
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Farm Tractors Farm Tractors Kids love riding on their own kid size tractor. Kids love being able to choose from their choice of brightly decorated tractors to ride on.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54 inches maximum. Kids love riding on their own kid size tractor. Kids love being able to choose from their choice of brightly decorated tractors to ride on.

Height Requirements
36 inches minimum
54 inches maximum.
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Carousel Carousel The Grand Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. The Grand carousel features elegant decorations and ride scenery along with three rows of brightly decorated horses.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Grand Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. The Grand carousel features elegant decorations and ride scenery along with three rows of brightly decorated horses.

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Metro Maze Metro Maze The Metro Maze is a large scale, adventure obstacle course. R

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone. The Metro Maze is a large scale, adventure obstacle course. R

Height Requirements
36 inches with an adult
42 inches alone.
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Kite Flyer Kite Flyer The Kite Flyer, manufactured by Zamperla of Italy, is a unique kiddy attraction in which riders site laying down, giving a unique hangliding sensation! As the ride begins to rotate, it rises and spins on a angle.

 The Kite Flyer, manufactured by Zamperla of Italy, is a unique kiddy attraction in which riders site laying down, giving a unique hangliding sensation! As the ride begins to rotate, it rises and spins on a angle.
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Tornado Tornado Riders are able to control the spin of their free swinging ride vehicle using a giant turntable. As the ride begins to spin, it lifts into the air on a slight angle. Riders can enjoy a gentle swinging ride or spin as fast as their arms allow.

 Riders are able to control the spin of their free swinging ride vehicle using a giant turntable. As the ride begins to spin, it lifts into the air on a slight angle. Riders can enjoy a gentle swinging ride or spin as fast as their arms allow.
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Grand Carousel Grand Carousel The Grand Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. The Grand carousel features elegant decorations and ride scenery along with three rows of brightly decorated horses.

 The Grand Carousel is a standard classic on any midway. The Grand carousel features elegant decorations and ride scenery along with three rows of brightly decorated horses.
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Dragon Wagon Dragon Wagon Kids love riding on our friendly, Dragon themed roller coaster - built just the right size for kids!

 Kids love riding on our friendly, Dragon themed roller coaster - built just the right size for kids!
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sooper Jet sooper Jet The Sooper Jet is a kid sized roller coaster that features a oval track configuration.

 The Sooper Jet is a kid sized roller coaster that features a oval track configuration.
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Umbrella Combo Umbrella Combo The Combo Kiddie Ride is a tame ride for children. It features a combination of motorcycles, ATVs, and Jeeps. It is a simple ride that spins in a continuous circle. The children love this ride because they can honk the horns on any of the vehicles.

 The Combo Kiddie Ride is a tame ride for children. It features a combination of motorcycles, ATVs, and Jeeps. It is a simple ride that spins in a continuous circle. The children love this ride because they can honk the horns on any of the vehicles.
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