School Carnival Time!

Spring is on its way and with it comes the tradition of the school carnival. Carnivals are a great way for students, families and faculty to come together and celebrate. Whether it is used to boost school spirit, as a fundraiser, a community service event, or educational spotlight, your carnival can shine.



Some tips when planning a school carnival:

1. Outline your main objective.

2. Make a time line.

3. Set up committees.

4. Recruit volunteers.

5. Plan and ready entertainment, games, prizes, food, decorations and supplies.

6. Form a day of event schedule.

7. Have fun!



Think back to when you were a kid. What did you love about a carnival. Lots of games and prizes? The smell of cotton candy and popcorn? Having your face painted? A clown making balloon animals? All of this and more are a part of what makes a great carnival.

Red and white stripe booths full of games like bean bag toss, ring toss, pick a pop, duck pond, tic tac toe, ball roll and plinko are a great way to make a carnival come alive. A high striker gives an authentic midway feel with its classic bell ring after the hammer falls. Pucker Powder Candy Art is a yummy treat to add along with fresh popped popcorn and newly spun cotton candy. Add a bounce house to round it out and the kids will be busy for hours. Traditional elements such as Bingo and a cake walk are fun too!

Start planning now!