Parkland’s Family Fun Fest Returns With Rides, Food and Live Music Jan. 9–11

by Sharon Aron Baron January 7, 2026

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Parkland's Family Fun Fest Carnival: Three Days of Thrills, Games, and Live Music

{Photo by Sharon Aron Baron.}

The City of Parkland invites residents and visitors to kick off the new year with a weekend of entertainment, carnival rides, vendors, and live music at the annual Family Fun Fest Carnival, January 9-11 at the Parkland Equestrian Center.

Located at 8350 Ranch Road, the three-day event offers fun for all ages, with carnival games, food, rides, and performances scheduled throughout the weekend.

Event Hours:
• Friday, Jan. 9 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Saturday, Jan. 10 – Noon to 10 p.m.
• Sunday, Jan. 11 – Noon to 6 p.m.

Live Music & Entertainment:
• Friday – Tribute to Elvis, 7:30–9:30 p.m.
• Saturday – Clean Slate Band, 5–7 p.m.; KRUSH Party Band, 7:30–9:30 p.m.

Admission to the festival itself is free, though ride tickets and wristbands are required for rides and games. Parkland residents can purchase pre-sale wristbands at the Parkland Recreation Center (P-REC) and the Parkland Tennis Center at Quigley Park.

Ticket Details:
• One-day unlimited rides (pre-sale, residents only): $35
• One-day unlimited rides on-site: $40
• Three-day unlimited rides (pre-sale): $70
• Three-day unlimited rides on-site: $80

Individual rides may also be available with ticket booklets at the event. Height restrictions apply to some attractions; wristbands are void if lost, broken, or removed.

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Sharon Aron Baron

Sharon Aron Baron is a Parkland resident and editor of Talk Media. She has been covering Parkland news since 2012. Parkland Talk was created to provide News, Views, and Entertainment for the residents of Parkland.