Amusement Park News

  Last week, the Kentucky State Fair announced significant modifications to the 2020 State Fair.  In June, the fair announced its plans to move forward with a 2020 fair complete with a carnival midway, vendors, and entertainment.  On August 6, the fair reversed its decision, cancelling the midway, entertainment, vendors, and limiting participation to participants only.  The fair is scheduled for August 20-30 and would have marked the debut of a new midway provided by Kissel Entertainment.   In a prepared release, the Kentucky State Fair said: The Kentucky State Fair is responding to the spread of COVID-19 by closing the public portion of the event. Only participants and assisting family members will be able to attend the 2020 Kentucky State Fair. “The Kentucky State Fair has addressed and overcome many challenges in its storied history. The Kentucky State Fair Board carefully considered the public's concerns regarding health and safety and realized ...   [read more]

  On Wednesday, August 5, IAAPA updated past and future attendees and exhibitors on its plans to hold its annual convention this fall.   IAAPA has continued planning for the event, however, is expected to make a final decision on its plans no later than September 4.  In an e-mail, IAAPA stated: 2020 continues to be unlike any other.  We appreciate your support and the trust you and many other IAAPA members have with us.  While we continue to plan for an in-person event for IAAPA Expo 2020 in Orlando, we also understand information and circumstances change almost daily.  We are monitoring these complex developments and as we gather input from our members, we reevaluate and adjust our plans accordingly. As such, IAAPA will confirm the status of IAAPA Expo 2020 no later than Friday, September 4. Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding during this difficult time. The 2020 IAAPA Attractions Expo is currently scheduled for ...   [read more]