Fairs Festivals

Theme Parks 6 days ago

Six Flags shuts down Kingda Ka roller coaster as fans sound off: 'Heartbreaking and insulting'

Kingda Ka, the world's tallest roller coaster, will be demolished in the near future, New Jersey's Six Flags Great Adventure announced. Fans took to social media to react to the news.

VIDEO October 29

Terrifying video shows moment cars break off on amusement park ride injuring 10

A frightening video shows the moment gondolas on an amusement park ride break off, injuring 10. (Credit: Jam Press Vid)

Relationships October 22

Fun fall date ideas, from enjoying the foliage to having a cozy night in

Are you in need of inspiration for a unique date idea for fall? This guide is full of indoor and outdoor activities that are romantic and perfect for the fall season.

Food-Drink October 22

State Fair of Texas makes massive canned food donation: 'Essential support'

The State Fair of Texas donated more than 180,000 canned goods, plus food from the fair, as part of its State Fair Cares Food Drive earlier this week.

Germany September 21

Oktoberfest is open. The world’s largest folk festival all things beer begins after ceremonial keg-tapping

Thousands of beer lovers celebrated the 189th start of Oktoberfest, the world's largest folk festival, as Munich Mayor Dieter Reiter inserted the tap into the first keg of beer on Saturday.

Food-Drink September 14

8 wild new foods coming to the State Fair of Texas

The State Fair of Texas announced its new food items earlier this week. Here's a look at eight of some of the most unique items that will be sold starting Sept. 27.

US September 1

Fiberglass cows? Some state fairs aren’t taking any chances with bird flu concerns

Some state fairs have become creative when it comes to cow milking demonstrations and other bovine-themed events because of the spread of the bird flu.

FOOD August 29

Deep-fried ranch a big hit at Minnesota State Fair: 'I wanted to hate it'

Deep-fried ranch, a new food being served at the Minnesota State Fair, has proven to be quite popular with long lines each day. Even gymnast Suni Lee is a fan.

United Kingdom August 25

UK Notting Hill Carnival chaos leaves 3 people stabbed, 90 arrested, 15 police officers assaulted

The Metropolitan Police Service in London said three people were stabbed, one who was listed in life-threatening condition, during the annual Notting Hill Carnival.

Texas August 14

Ken Paxton threatens to sue after State Fair of Texas bans guns: 'Infringement of Second Amendment rights'

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue the State Fair of Texas after they banned guns following a shooting last year at the fairgrounds.