| The New Windsor Fire Department is preparing for five days of family fun, entertainment, food, and community spirit during its annual carnival, scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 through Saturday, May 23, 2026.
The carnival is held at the New Windsor Carnival Grounds next to the fire station at 101 High Street. This long-standing tradition brings residents and visitors together in support of local volunteer firefighters.
All proceeds from the event directly benefit the New Windsor Fire Department, helping fund important equipment purchases and necessary capital improvements. Recently, the department acquired a new Seagrave fire engine to replace a 20-year-old vehicle, and a new brush truck to take the place of a unit that had served for more than three decades. Department officials point to community support at events like the carnival as essential for maintaining reliable emergency services and up-to-date equipment.
Carnival guests will find a variety of meal options and carnival favorites throughout the week.
Lunch will be served from Tuesday, May 19 through Friday, May 22, between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to stop by for lunch each day at the main food stand.
Dinner service will begin nightly at 5:00 p.m. In addition to the main food stand, featured menu items include:
Pit Beef - $10
Pit Turkey - $10
Pit Ham - $10
Cheese Steaks - $9
Italian Sausage - $9
Fried Chicken
Cheese Pizza - Slice $3 / Whole $17
Pepperoni Pizza - Slice $3.50 / Whole $19.00
Ice Cream - Small $3.00 / Large $6.00
Snowballs - Small $2.50 / Large $3.00
Milkshake - $8.00
Ice Cream in a Snowball - $5.00
Hoffman's Sandwiches - $2.50
Local and regional musicians will provide live entertainment each night of the carnival:
Tuesday, May 19 — Morning Sky and Friends
Wednesday, May 20 — Rich Fehle (Singer/Songwriter of all genres)
Thursday, May 21 — Kittyback
Friday, May 22 — Brickyard Road
Saturday, May 23 — Payload (Classic Rock)
The annual parade will begin at 7:00 p.m. Motorized apparatus participants will stage at Springdale Preparatory School at 1000 Green Valley Road. Floats, marching bands, and dignitaries will gather at the Carroll County Public Library Headquarters at 1100 Green Valley Road. The parade will start at the fire station at 101 High Street, continue along Main Street to Church Street near 7-Eleven, proceed on Church Street, return to Main Street, pass Frankie’s Bar and Grill to Water Street, and end at the New Windsor Carnival Grounds.
Rides provided by Snyder’s Attractions will open nightly at 6:00 p.m. Unlimited ride wristbands will be available each evening for $30, with presale wristbands offered for $25. A separate wristband is needed for each night of the carnival. Discount purchases are available at: https://snydersattractions.magicmoneyllc.com/MagicMoney_Web/ETicket/EventDetails/26
For added convenience, the carnival will offer on-site ATMs, acceptance of major credit cards, and contactless payment options such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Cash App. Handicap parking will be available near the old bingo building and the Windsor Station lot.
The New Windsor Fire Department welcomes families, friends, and supporters from throughout the region to attend this year’s carnival, continuing a valued community tradition that supports local volunteer fire service. |
