The Carnival is in Town!

         Barnum & Bearly Under the Big Top would not be complete without Golden Wheel Amusements. Back again in the Eagle River Commons, Golden Wheel brings all the favorite rides... From roller coasters for ferris wheels, from Merry-go-Rounds to rocket ships.... you can have your tummy turned inside out and upside down.

             The Carnival opens Thursday afternoon and runs through Sunday evening. When the Ferris Wheel is turning... rides are up and running. And... don't forget the games... win your honey a great big teddy bear!

Horses & Wagons & Carriages, Oh My!

              Tour the Festival with Chugiak-Eagle River's own Horse Drawn Carriage Company!  They will offer rides beginning at Valley River Center from noon to 5pm on Saturday and noon – 4 pm on Sunday.  Cost will be $5 per person.  These gentle giants will take you on a leisurely ride throughout the Festival area. 

Balloon Fencing

              Eagle River Fencing Club is back with balloon fencing event. Try your luck with the

foil and pop your opponent's balloon. This fund event is located next to the Town Square on Business Blvd. and is a fund raiser for the Eagle River Fencing Club.

              An interesting fact: The word 'fence' was originally a shortening of the Middle English 'defens'. That came from an Italian word, 'defensio', in origin a Latin word!