Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to the event?

• Please see the directions and parking information HERE

How much does it cost to attend the event?

• Free to attend and enjoy live music!
• $35 Carnival wristbands – Get your $5 off coupon HERE
  
• Buy food directly from food trucks. Prices vary.
• $7 for a beer or cocktail, must be 21 with valid I.D.  We I.D. everyone regardless of age so please bring your identification if you plan to drink. 

Do I need to purchase anything in advance?

• No, everything is purchased on-site directly from vendors .

Can I bring my dog or pet?

• Most dogs are afraid of the noise and size of the carnival rides. Let Fido stay home and come enjoy all the food and fun, worry free. It is not recommended that you bring your dog, but we won't be enforcing that recommendation.

 
Will there be seating?

• Yes!  There will be a limited number of picnic tables plus tables and chairs and/or bring a blanket and enjoy some of the nearly 30 acres of park space. 
  

Will there be vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options?

• Yes! Many trucks have both vegetarian and gluten free trucks.  Several trucks each day provide vegan options. 
  

Are bikes allowed?

• YES! We are a bike friendly event. We encourage it and will have bike parking available near the Veterans Memorial just south of the carnival area.  See map HERE.
  

Is the event handicapped accessible?

• Yes. Handicapped parking is located near EB Rains Park.  A placard or license plate with designation is required for entry.  See map HERE.
  

Will the Food Trucks and carnival take credit/debit cards?

• Yes, nearly all the food trucks can take credit cards as well as to purchase tokens for the bar. You can use a card to purchase carnival tickets, but midway games are CASH ONLY. We will have an ATM on site though just in case you want some cash.

Is there a bar on-site.

• We will have a bar that will include beer, mixed drinks and limited specialty options.  All drinks are $7 except pickle shots which are $5. 
  
• We ID everyone.  You must have a valid ID to receive a wristband to drink; no exceptions. 
• We do require participants to get their ID and purchase their bar tokens at a central location and then go to the bar to get your drinks. 

Will there be an ATM on site.

• Yes.

Carnival Notice:
     For the safety of all attendees, riders MUST:

• Wear closed toe shoes
• Adhere to height requirements on rides (each ride is marked with height minimums)
• Keep wristband on during the entire day.  Broken wristbands cannot be replaced. 

Parking

• The best parking lot is the RTD Parking lot WEST of I-25 at Huron.  Park there and walk through the underpass into the event.  It will save you time and effort.  VERY limited parking on Community Center Drive for people with disabilities.  Parking locations are included on the map on the "Getting Here" page (click here). 
  

Food Truck Carnival is an event of the City of Northglenn