Gates open 5:30p tonight!

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2025 SPRING  CARNIVAL

May 13 - 17, 2025

Admission Gates open nightly @ 5:30p  

$5 CASH Ages 6 and up @ Gates 1 - 3 

$5 + processing fee for electronic payments Ages 6 and up (Gate 7 only)

FREE ADMISSION:  Age 5 and under & wheelchair bound and one companion FREE ADMISSION:  Active & retired military, and first responders with valid ID

FREE SELF-PARKING FOR EVENT  

Stroll through the Exhibit Building on your way into the Fairgrounds where local vendors will be providing items for sale and provide information on community businesses and organizations. 

Rides and Games open @ 6:00p nightly

Unlimited ride hand-stamp $20 per night

Individual ride and game tickets @ $1/each

(number of individual tickets required vary by ride and/or game)

Gate Admission required to purchase hand-stamp or individual tickets 

Amusement Vendor operates as CASH ONLY but provides ATM onsite  (fee required)

Spring Carnival Entertainment 2025

Taking the stage around 7:00p Friday and Saturday nights

(Gate admission required)

Friday, May 16th - Brian Anderson

Saturday, May 17th - Jimmy Ray's Elderberry Wine

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do the Admission Gates open?

Admission gates open at 5:30p each night of the event.

How much does it cost to get in?

Admission is $5 CASH for ages 6 and up at Gates 1 - 3.  Electronic payments are accepted at Gate 4 ONLY and include an additional processing fee. 

What time do the Admission Gates close?

Admission gate closing times vary.  Anticipated closing times (not guaranteed) are:  Tuesday @ 9:30p; Wednesday & Thursday @ 10:00p; Friday & Saturday @ 11:00p.  Gates may close earlier and may stay open later depending on admissions and weather.  

Does the admission price include games & rides?

No.  Admission charge is only to allow entry onto the Fairgrounds.  Individual tickets for rides and games, and unlimited ride handstamp can be purchased from amusement vendor.

Can I bring my pet with me?

No, pets are not allowed on the Fairgrounds.  Only service animals recognized by the ADA are allowed.  

What if I lose something while attending the Spring Carnival?

Lost and Found will be marked.  You may also provide your contact information and description of the item lost to a member of JCFA who will be wearing a logo'd blue vest.  If your item is turned in or found you will be contacted as soon as possible.

Contact us

For inquiries regarding the Spring Carnival, please fill out the form below and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

Location

Jackson County Veterans Fairgrounds

220 Cecil Street
Scottsboro, Alabama, United States

(256)587-5750