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Carnival Midway

3.8 (74 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Shauna G.

This place is not what we remembered it to be. Besides it being completely empty, there were no shows/attractions, a lot of eating places/sitting areas/games were roped off and closed. Many carnival style games were closed and the ones opened were manned by teens who did not look like they wanted to be there. There was only one older lady that was interacting with the customers. We spent hundreds of dollars of tokens on claw machines only which they then went to redeem at the prize center. One girl we asked if they had something specific in a different color, she didn't even bother checking, just told us no even with their back stock room open she didn't bother to look. I think we will skip this place on our next trip and find something more entertaining.

Ring toss winner. Tough but not impossible with some skill and sometimes a bit of luck.
Henry T.

One of the things in Vegas that has survived the test of time and still provides value and joy. In the current environment of ever increasing prices and nickel and dining for anything and everything on the strip, it's a welcome sight to see that the midway was not changed over the years besides updated prizes and game pricing increases. Though those increases are still better than many other carnival games at fairs or larger venues. You just feel a sense of nostalgia and childhood if you ever spent any time here as a child and come back as an adult. Here's to hoping that whoever owns this in the future leaves what works alone.

Cute claw machine prizes
Fiona T.

The acrobat show was awesome! Definitely worth coming for a free show. The prizes at the games were really cute. They have all your classic games like launch the chicken into the pot, the horse race ball game, darts, ring toss, etc. Games range from about 15-25 credits. A $40 card will get you 400 credits They also had lafufus in the claw machines!

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Ed L.

Midway at Circus Circus is where you go at Vegas when you have a young child. This place changed quite a bit since I was here the last time. The self park garage 1 & 2 are behind the hotel/casino and only accessible from the side street. The Midway has many carnival games you find at carnivals or county fairs. But Midway has been upgraded to use digital playcards instead of tokens. You have to buy/recharge playcards at kiosks located throughout the Midway. Unfortunately the credit card reader of first 2 kiosks I tried today didn't work and there was no one nearby to offer assistance. It was by trials and errors I found a kiosk that does work. It changes $1 to issue a new playcard. A warning for all: these kiosks do not give cash change so any bill you feed it will be put on playcards and there is no refund for credits not used. Midway still has a live circus act every 30 minutes or so. They also have arcade games. It is jam packed with kids and teenagers today. I wonder how long a typical kid would stay here on any given day.

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Joe Z.

500th review Alert!! I wanted to pick a cool spot for my 500th review, so I decided on Carnival Midway. The last time I was here, I was a a kid going from game to game blowing through the money my parents gave me . Fast forward to my adult years, and I'm now blowing through MY hard earned money, but it's just as fun. The Midway is located in Circus Circus Hotel & Casino and is a one stop arcade full of carnival games, arcade, games, and daily circus acts. This place no longer takes cash/quarters for the games. You're required to purchase a game card at the kiosk and load it up as needed. In the center of the carnival games area , they have a DQ with plenty of seating. Parking is free

Tiffany A.

10/10! This arcade is fantastic for kids and adults alike. 99% of the games were in working order! They also have carnival style games. I recommend getting the $100 card at the very least.

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As far as arcades go, the prizes were worth it. Kim at one of the game booths was an angel! She's what truly made the experience 5 stars.

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The Midway is located in Circus Circus Hotel & Casino and is a one stop arcade full of carnival games, arcade, games, and daily circus acts.

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4.9
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4.2
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1.0 mi
Large group friendly
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Absolutely spectacular! This is hands down the best show in Vegas…read more My family and I booked this show for a Saturday night with no knowledge of what it would be like and were simply amazed. We had seen the Cirque du Soleil Show "O" before and this just does not even compare. I recommend getting seats in the center, facing the middle of the stage, as close to the front row as possible. Sitting in this section immerses yourself into the show. Logistically, this is a great venue. It is located in Treasure Island. It is in the back of the casino. Although there are signs throughout the casino leading you there, it is quite easy to get turned around on your way there. Once you find it, it is simple to enter. Use the restroom before you get in though because it is located outside of the theater! We arrived around 20 minutes prior to showtime and had no wait at all to enter. They offer commemorative photos for purchase, which we declined. There was no security which surprised me. There were no metal detectors or bag searches. Inside the theater, there is a large concessions stand with snacks and drinks. Even close to show time, there was no line there either. They have a lot of staff available to guide you to your seats - it's very efficient. The seats were actually very comfortable. They were soft, spacious, and had a lot of leg room. Even though there were no lines for anything, you absolutely need to get there early. The "show" starts before is set time as there is a comedic character that hilariously interacts with the crowd. This is a must-see and had everyone cracking up with the unexpectedness of it. The show itself is pure spectacle. It is a bizarre exhibition of talent and creativity. You will see everything from trapeze, contortion, acrobatics, dance, balancing acts, comedy, and live music from an orchestra, band, and singers. Seeing these athletes push the limits of what the human body can do in such a beautiful manner is incredibly thrilling. The costumes are beautiful and the sets are amazing. Every scene change and act is so unexpected and really leave you at the edge of your seat. You quite literally have to keep your eyes peeled open to make sure you don't miss anything. There are so many different things happening at once all across the stage, on the floor, the ceiling, and even along the walls and walkways of the audience. There is no clear plot so you may find yourself sitting there trying to figure out what it all means. Some people may find this boring but it truly makes the whole thing more fascinating. There is an obvious intention behind every little thing, it is just unclear what it is. It is truly a mystery. I have recommended this show to everyone I know and I would love to see it again!

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