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The 84th Annual Orange Lions Club Charity Carnival is right around the corner with rides, food and family fun.

The event is from April 2 – April 5 and April 9 – April 12 at Lion’s Den Park, 1802 Main Ave.

The carnival is put on by members of the Orange Lions Club along with the Bridge City Lions, Orange Noon Lions and Little Cypress Lions clubs, Paul Dickerson said. All of the rides are owned and operated by the Orange Lions. 

Dickerson, a 23 year member of the Little Cypress club, said they pride themselves as having a very affordable carnival for families. 

The Lions Club charities include providing eyeglasses for individuals and supporting schools in Orange County to assist children in need of eyeglasses. On a state level the groups support Leader Dogs for the Blind. They also support a children’s camp in Kerrville for local children that qualify. 

Important info

• The first Saturday is Family Day and gates open at 4 p.m. No entrance fee between 4 and 6 p.m.
• Tokens are $1 each and each ride is one to two tokens. Organizers do not offer wristbands.
• Entrance fees; Adults $4, youth 13 to 17, $2. Children 12 and under, free. 
• Parking is available around the park. Patrons are asked to remember local businesses have made the parking available so please do not leave trash. Trash receptacles are located throughout the park. 
• ATM’s will be available at the hamburger and bingo booths again this year. 
• Rides have specific rules tied to height/weight requirements. Patrons are asked to be respectful of these and the volunteers working.The rules are in place for the safety of all involved.
• Be courteous. Everyone working the carnival is a volunteer who is willing to give of their time. If an issue arises, let a Lion know. They will do their best to handle the issue immediately.

Daily schedule

• Wednesday, April 2: 6:30 – 10 p. m.
• Thursday, April 3: 6:30 – 10 p.m.
• Friday, April 4: 6:30 – 11 p.m.
• Saturday, April 5 (Family Day): 4 – 11 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 9: 6:30 – 10 p. m.
• Thursday: April 10: 6:30 – 10 p. m.
• Friday, April 11: 6:30 – 11 p.m.
• Saturday, April 12: 6:30 – 11 p.m.

*Please note, Lions Park will close at 2:30 p.m. on Carnival days.*