Barnum Festival Car Show Concert/Carnival & Food Truck Festival 5/31-6/1
1545 Monroe Tpke, Monroe, CT
Become a Sponsor for the Barnum Festival Car Show- Several Tier Levels Available
ONE WEEKEND, TWO GREAT EVENTS! Starting With.....
- The 3rd Annual Barnum Festival Car Show, Concert/Carnival & Food Truck Festival @1545 Monroe Tpke, Monroe CT.
Come join us Friday May 31st Gates Open
5PM-10:30 PM For the Barnum Festival,
"CONCERT, CARNIVAL & FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL" *This is a Rain or Shine Event for Friday May 31st.
General Admission $5 with Children under 12 Free, there will be plenty of free parking & ATMS Situated throughout the grounds for your convenience.
We will also have several six passenger golf carts circulating, for anyone who needs assistance.
Festivities begin at 6PM with special Guest 'Sandy Quinonez" singing our National Anthem.
To kick-off the evening and back by popular demand, is "BADBOY", bringing you High Energy Modern ROCK!
Following by, the much anticipated 80's Premiere Tribute Band " MULLETT" get ready for an AMAZING show!!!
There will also be a dozen Food Trucks to choose from, and our popular Beer & Wine Garden-including a variety of high noon spirits. *21 & over with valid ID.
*Cash Bar, with ATM Machines Available
Also, back this year is the CARNIVAL by 'MARENNA AMUSEMENTS with some "NEW' rides added this year, including a NEW Ferris Wheel, Cliff Hanger, Giant Slide (Not just for the kids!) Zero Gravity, Dragon Wagon, a large variety of kiddie rides and gaming!
Make sure to stop by their Awesome Concession stand & Sundae House!
In addition there will also be a variety of Vendors, a 50/50 Raffle & Face painting by Splats -n- Swirls.
We have a great weekend planned, Fun for the whole Family!
"MULLETT 1S COMING, TO ROCK THE BARNUM FESTIVAL!
For over 12 years, Mullett has proven themselves time and again to be THE nation’s premier 80’s rock and roll concert experience! By delivering the best of the 80’s in big hair, nostalgic visual production, and faithful renditions, Mullett recreates the vibe of those times with unrivaled conviction. From corporate functions and private parties to college campuses, theaters, nightclubs and casinos, Mullett has the unique ability to ROCK and captivate their audience with the sights and sounds of the 1980’s rock era. Mullett fans agree; this is the closest anyone can get to such 80’s legends as Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Van Halen, Journey, Motley Crue, Poison, Tesla, Foreigner, RATT, and Scorpions without hitting 88 mph in a tricked-out DeLorean. Catch MULLETT at The Barnum Festival and let the 80’s live forever!
-MULLETT VIP TICKET GIVEAWAY-
2 Tickets to 3 Lucky Winners!
Here is your chance to "WIN" VIP Tickets, to ROCK OUT With MULLETT, MAY 31st!
-Like The Post on Facebook or Instagram
-Post, who is your favorite 80's Rock Band
in the comments.
-Follow Page to Enter
Winners Announced May 10th
Tickets will be sent by priority postal service.
*Tickets include Free Parking & Entrance to
Concert Area, Exclusive to VIP Ticket Holders.
Click below To Enter
-MULLETT VIP TICKET GIVEAWAY-
@Thebarnumfestivalcarshow
-Food Truck Festival- Come Hungry, Leave HAPPY!
May 31st & June 1st
Come enjoy a great selection of food trucks, from Wood Fired Pizza to Lobster Rolls, Yummy Desserts and everything in between!
- Food Truck Vendor Space Closed, please refer to our flyer for complete list.
- ATM's Located in the Beer & Wine Garden
- *Some Vendors will take Venmo & Credit Cards.
Carnival by: Marenna Amusement's
Marenna Amusements, will be at The Barnum Festival Both days, providing a variety of FUN RIDES-GAMES & A GREAT CONCESSION for everyone to enjoy!
- Tickets & Wristbands Sold Separately
- Kiddie Rides, Carousel
- Games
- New Rides, including a New Ferris Wheel, Cliff Hanger, Super Slide and MORE!
- Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Sundaes.
- $ ATM
Connecticut Cruise News "Get Your Bling On!"
- Connecticut Cruise News will be joining us again this year, and presenting their Best in Show Rings to the TOP 15 VEHICLES IN SHOW.
Please stop by their tent for a current copy of The Connecticut Cruise News, and check out all their awesome memorabilia for sale!
AAA Northeast:
- AAA Northeast will be joining us this year, providing information with their Automotive Memberships, and other programs exclusive to AAA.
- Stop by their tent for a Chance to "WIN" some great AAA Merchandise, including a 1 YEAR Membership!
BARNUM FESTIVAL CAR SHOW- JUNE 1st (9-6PM)
- Goody Bags to the First 300 Cars
- Dash Plaques to first 300 Cars Registered
- Early Car Registration 8AM to 12PM
- No Cut-off Date
- Motorcycles Welcome
- Registration Fee $20
- *Pre-Registration forms available click below
- Judging begins at 12PM, Followed by the Trophy Ceremony (Trophy ceremony begins 2:30PM)
- Rain Date June 2nd
Welcome to our 3rd annual Barnum Festival Car Show, Concert/Carnival & Food Truck Festival
"WHEELS-MEALS & DEALS"
Featuring The Areas Best Classic Cars,
Frank T. Gennarini
Best in Show Trophies,
Sponsored by John Vazzano
The Barnum Festival Car Show, presents the
Frank T. Gennarini "Best in Show Trophy" Frank is a former 72nd Ringmaster, serving the years 2020 through 2022, Frank has worn many hats throughout the years, including being the past President of the Barnum Festival Grand Marshal of the Great Street Parade, Chairman to the Barnum Museum, Volunteer of the Year, and many more. Frank is also the original Chairman to he Barnum Festival Car Show dating back to 2012.
We would like to honor Frank Gennarini, with the
Best in show Trophy category, and thank you for your hard work and dedication spanning 29 years, and also helping to bring back the amazing car show you help start.
The Barnum Festival Car Show wouldn't be what it is without Frank, and we wish to Honor him
for many years to come! Please join us for the
GREATEST CAR SHOW
on Earth!
Come meet BATSO!
June 1st
Nicholas Richard Maccharoli, who is 90 years young, is originally from Bridgeport Connecticut, known from the show "Rescue INK", amongst others, as his list of credits is long.
Batso is no stranger to classic cars, having been an auto body man for 50 years has lent him experience that cannot be found today. All by hand, molding sheet metal by heating and shrinking it, and then welding it together.
Batso is the proud creator and owner of a 1951 Ford Business Coupe titled The Bats Revenge, a 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible titled Calling All Angels, and a 1950 Ford Business Coupe titled Tutankhamen.
On one of the Rescue Ink episodes Batso's craft is at work in restoring the old ambulance into an animal rescue vehicle. After six years of auto shows he collected enough trophies and now attends only special events.
The Bat's Revenge-1951 Ford Business Coupe will be coming out of its Bat Cave to
The Barnum Festival Car Show,
for a special and rare appearance, June 1st.
Make sure to come check out this one of a kind MASTERPIECE!
Built the old school way, by hand from the days when everything was built to last,
the amount of detail is insane!
The Bats Revenge was last seen 25 years ago, and Batso decided The Barnum Festival Car Show would be
the prefect show, for THE BATS REVENGE-TO RETURN!
Batso, will be available for photo's and accepting donations for "STARS" for the Stratford
Animal Rescue Society.
Batso will also be choosing one special car, and presenting them with the
BATSO'S CHOICE TROPHY!
This is truly an honor, and we are so excited to have him join us for the BARNUM FESTIVAL CAR SHOW!
To learn more about Batso, please click below.
Old footage, of the "BATS REVENGE"
Coming to The Barnum Festival June 1st!
Another highlight added to the show this year, from the "Connecticut Air & Space Center"
They will be bringing one of their newly added helicopters from their museum collection "The LOACH" which has a Long history of missions she flew dating back to Vietnam, this is a proud piece of American History,
Thank you for your service!
Come see her on display, June 1st at the Barnum Festival car show, from 9am-6pm
Another Exciting addition coming to the show this year, from the Monroe Volunteer Fire Dept.
Bringing their Vintage, "1975 American LaFrance"
Fire Engine Truck!
- Giving out Stickers to the Kids!
- Fire Prevention Handouts.
- Fun for the Whole Family!
June 1st, from 9am-6pm
Splats-n-Swirls Face Painting
Face painting by Eve Modee-
May 31st & June1st
- Many fun designs to choose from, and not just for the kids!
COMING SOON
National Anthem May 31st @6PM
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
Special Guest, Sandy Quinonez
Singing our National Anthem
Sandy has a Beautiful & Soulful voice, and has donated her time singing the National Anthem throughout the Tri-State area, for many charitable events, fairs & festivals and is also a Community Champion Committee Member-for Make a Wish.
Sandy is also one of Bridgeports
finest, and is a well Respected Police Officer.
We are Grateful & Excited she will be joining us again, for this years Barnum Festival Concert, Carnival & Food Truck Festival.
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
BADBOY
Back by popular demand!
Kicking off the evening for an Amazing Night of Music, with their High Energy Modern Rock!
https://youtu.be/Rst_Nk1grXc?si=1MmKbs2MZ3At_v3B
- Following the National Anthem
MULLETT May 31st @8PM
Badboy May 31st @6:15PM
MULLETT May 31st @8PM
Get up close to see The Greatest 80's ROCK TRIBUTE SHOW!
These guys ARE the 80's and bring "Nothin" but a good time, how can YOU resist"!
- Here is your chance to get your VIP Pre-Sale Tickets, and get up and close to ROCK OUT WITH MULLETT!
- 80'S Fashion Is Strongly Suggested!
National Anthem June 1st @12PM
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
MULLETT May 31st @8PM
--Special Guest--
Sheila Fabrizio
Singing our National Anthem
Sheila Fabrizo is a well known professional singer within the Tri-State area.
Sheila has also performed for premier events and worked with well known names, and has performed at countless weddings, private/corporate events, concerts and night clubs.
We are honored to have Sheila join us again, in support of The Barnum Festival.
- Sheila takes stage @12PM
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
The 2024 Barnum Festival Ringmaster
- Also including members of the 2024 Royal Family!
- Click below for more information on the Barnum Festival, The 2024 Ringmaster, Royal Family & Future Events.
-Faster Things- Allman Brothers Tribute Band June 1st
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
Come meet the 2024 Ringmaster Camelia Lawrence MD-June 1st
Allman Brothers Tribute Band
Get ready for Faster Things, as they take you on a whirlwind of hits from the Allman Brothers.
If you haven't had a chance to check these talented musicians out, here is your chance!
- Faster Things, take stage after the Trophy ceremony.
- 3:15PM for full 2.5 hour set
May 31st & June 1st
VENDORS
RAFFLE ITEMS & 50/50
BEER & WINE GARDEN
Come shop through a variety of vendors that will be set up both Friday & Saturday
- Both days may feature different vendors, with a large variety of unique artisans to choose from!
- Retail Vendor Space Available, Please e-mail with the name of your company, your social media page & website. Please include what you would be selling as well.
- We o
Come shop through a variety of vendors that will be set up both Friday & Saturday
- Both days may feature different vendors, with a large variety of unique artisans to choose from!
- Retail Vendor Space Available, Please e-mail with the name of your company, your social media page & website. Please include what you would be selling as well.
- We only have vendors unique to one another, and will not accept vendors who sell the same merchandise.
- We reserve the to right to decline vendors, who sell smoking paraphernalia, CBD, and anything that is not approved for a fun and safe environment for families.
BEER & WINE GARDEN
RAFFLE ITEMS & 50/50
BEER & WINE GARDEN
Beer & Wine Garden
Alcoholic Beverages Available to *Adults 21 & Over with Valid ID
*Cash Bar w/ATM Available
- Beer
- Wine
- Water
- Soda
- Variety of Mixed Hard Seltzers
RAFFLE ITEMS & 50/50
RAFFLE ITEMS & 50/50
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
Both days will Feature a 50/50
with great Raffle items on Saturday!
- Large screen TV-Concert Tickets -Restaurant Gift Cards & Much More!
Stop by our RED-WHITE & BLUE Tent for a chance to win!
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
June 1st
DJ JEFF HUNTER
DJ Jeff Hunter, originally from Brooklyn New York is a talented, DJ and MC playing all of your favorite music!
Currently resides in Fairfield CT,and entertains throughout Fairfield County & the tristate area.
Jeff will join us-
JUNE 1ST- keeping everyone updated throughout the day, with important announcements, and playing great music!
Trophy Ceremony
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
Free Parking & Shuttle Service
June 1st
Judging starts at 12PM, Trophy Ceramony will soon follow at 2:30PM
- 50-50 there after and raffle prize winners!
- Located on the main stage
Free Parking & Shuttle Service
Emcee' JEFF HUNTER
Free Parking & Shuttle Service
May 31st & June 1st
- Free Parking
- Handicapped Parking
- Motorcycle Parking
- Free Shuttle Carts to and from the parking area
- Plenty of Clean Restrooms & Washing Stations provided by-
- GI Johns of Monroe, CT
Contact Us
Drop us a line, if you have any questions?
Barnum Festival Car Show
1545 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, Connecticut 06468, United States
Greg & Peggi Gnandt +1.2036104344
