The Wait is Over! Get a First Look at the Blackstone 250th Carnival Schedule & Ride Lineup
Everyone in town knows the massive Blackstone 250th Anniversary Carnival is coming this summer from Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26, 2026. The excitement has been building for months, and the big question on everyone’s mind has been: What can we expect on the midway?
While we are still finalizing the full lineup, the committee has just released a sneak peek at our premier amusement partner, daily wristband specials, and a preview of the anchor rides!
New England’s Premier Midway is Coming to Blackstone
We wanted nothing but the best for this historic USA Semiquincentennial milestone, which is why we are thrilled to share that our midway is being fully produced by Fiesta Shows! As one of New England’s largest and most trusted mobile amusement provider, they are bringing a premium, safe, theme-park-quality experience right to our backyard.
While the attraction list is still growing and we’ll have more updates as we get closer, we can officially confirm a spectacular lineup of core favorites tailored for all ages, including the breathtaking Expo Wheel, the adrenaline-pumping Zipper, Pirates Revenge, a nostalgic Traditional Carousel, and the classic Giant Slide.
And yes, your favorite classic carnival cravings are locked in! Get ready for golden fried dough piled high with powdered sugar, warm fried Oreos, and ice cream while you stroll the bright lights of the midway.
A Massive Weekend Festival Lineup
The newly released overview also shows how the carnival perfectly anchors an entire weekend of town-wide events, making it easy to map out your general weekend plans:
Friday: The excitement expands as the massive Food Trucks & Local Vendors Row officially opens for the weekend.
Saturday: A jam-packed day featuring the 250th Anniversary 5K Road Race in the morning and a spectacular, giant Anniversary Fireworks display lighting up the night sky right after the carnival lights guide the way.
All Weekend Long: Enjoy the lively festival atmosphere with a dedicated Beer Tent and Live Music hitting the stage all four days.
Check Out the Live Guide (Hours & Wristband Specials!)
Want to see the basic gate hours for each day? Looking for the daily Unlimited Ride Wristband times and pricing so you can plan your family’s visit?
We have just published our initial Carnival Guide on the website so you can get the core details right now.