Easton Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival Celebrates 80 Years, Ends Tomorrow
Open from 6:00 - 11:00 tonight and tomorrow night, the Easton Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival returned this year with the classic sites and sounds of a traditional country fair filling the warm night air - just as it has for 80 years, and generations of community members. (click to read more and see full photo gallery on WestportLocal.com)
The carnival, with amusement park rides from Stewart Amusement and games and food from volunteers, raises funds for the rural fire company’s operations. The carnival has been well known for its thrills, homemade dinner and desserts, deep fried oreos, and cash bingo tent for generations - and was packed Thursday night with families and teens enjoying the warm country air. With gaggles of teenagers roaming the grounds with burgers and fries in-hand, and small children patiently waiting their turn at stepping onto their next ride - the quiet Center Road triangle was alive with excitement.
Personnel working at the event said that Tuesday’s opening-night ticket lines were as long as they could have ever remembered, with many families returning to this summer tradition after their 2020 hiatus due to COVID-19 concerns. Although outdoors, many families and volunteers opted to wear a mask in light of the rise in COVID-19 cases in the region - with all food and game tents remaining open-air.
Westporters can easily find the fairground by driving up Route 136 (Easton Road), then turning right onto Center Road, left onto Adams Road, and then another right onto Sport Hill Road - a serene drive through the forest until the ferris wheel lights draw one’s attention. The carnival is located at 1 Center Road, with parking available at Silverman’s Farms, Helen Keller Middle School, and surrounding the Easton Village Store. A shuttle bus is available to those parking at the middle school, with drop off directly at the fairgrounds.
Volunteers recommend visitors bring cash for purchasing ride tickets or wristbands, as well as to purchase dinner, desserts, or to join the bingo tent. With rides for both young children and teenagers, and games for all ages - the carnival has been a tradition for many area families, all while supporting the volunteer firefighter’s mission. More information and live updates can be found at their Facebook page. More information on supporting the Easton Volunteer Fire Company can be found on their website.