2012 Midway Talk

State Fair of Virginia Meets with Lenders Next Week

Wednesday, 15 February 2012 10:26 |

The State Fair of Virginia will meet with lenders next week to present a plan for maintaining the event. Click here for full story.

Florida State Fair & Trade Show Photos Added

Tuesday, 14 February 2012 14:59 |

Just Added! See photos from the 2012 Florida State Fair and Gibtown Trade Show. Look for more photos in the April 2012 Carnival Magazine as well as complete articles on both events.

Florida State Fair Photos

Trade Show Photos

Mick Brajevich to Head Butler Amusements

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 14:43 |

Mick Brajevich is the new President and CEO of Butler Amusements reports show Marketing Director, Andrea Owen. Mick formally served as the Unit Manager for Butler Amusement’s second largest carnival unit. In addition to operating at many California fairs, his route also includes many of the largest fairs in Oregon and Washington. Mick started his career in the carnival industry in 1976. His experience includes game concession management, lot layout specialist, assistant unit manager and unit manager. Mick also currently serves as a director on the Outdoor Amusement Business Association's board. Mick is the husband of Kris Brajevich who is the second youngest daughter of the company’s co-founder Earl “Butch” Butler. Kris and Mick both own rides and food concessions and have four children, Michelle, Dillon, Jake, and Sydney-Lou.

Coastal Carolina Fair Extends Its Run

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 14:42 |

The Coastal Carolina Fair in the Charleston area of South Carolina has extended their event to 11 days beginning in 2012. The fair will run from October 25 until November 4. Amusements of America is the midway provider.

Orange County Fair President Retires

Wednesday, 01 February 2012 14:41 |

Orange County Fair president and CEO, Steve Beazley, recently announced that he will be retiring from his position this year. Mr. Beazley has worked at the OC Fair for 37 years and has been president for four years. He began at the organization as a fairgrounds sweeper when he was 12 years old. The 2012 OC Fair will be held July 13 through August 12.

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