The Carnival World Museum

Come on in – you will see 54,000 square feet of exhibits highlighting the traveling shows from a bygone area. Bring back great memories. Remember the fun and excitement you had attending your local state fair,  country fair, or festival.  See actual rides and games of chance. Sideshow, Minstrel Show, Wild West Show, Thrill Show, and so much more.

We look forward to meeting you!

Museum Hours:

Hours are Thursday thru Sunday from 12 – 5 pm.

Admission:

Admission is $20.00 for Adults ages 17 and up

Admission with any IISA – Showmen’s Club Membership Card is included with your membership ( ID Card must be present).

Admission for children 7 – 16 is $5.00 per child

Children under 7 are free with paid adult admission

Group Tours

Special Guided Group Tours available now!

The Carnival World Museum hosts group tours year-round on any day by appointment only. 

Contact us at 813 671-3503 to schedule your tour.

Self-Guided Tours for Groups 

You and your group are always invited to visit the museum on your own on a self-guided tour anytime during regular museum hours. Informative videos and detailed signage make this an educational and fun experience. Regular admission fees apply. To schedule a tour for your group (either guided or unguided), contact us at 813 671-3503.

Scheduling a Guided Tour

Guided Tours

Guided tours are led by museum staff, and admission is $20.00 per person. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Guided Tours require a reservation and confirmation of the group one week before the tour date. At the end of each tour, a donation to the Museum’s Historic Preservation Fund is appreciated, and gift shop items and souvenirs are available. Tour times must be scheduled at least two weeks before the date your group visits the museum.

Please contact us at 813 671-3503 to inquire and schedule your group tour at least two weeks in advance of your tour date.

Contact the museum for additional questions at 813 671-3503 .