fairground
A fairground is the grounds, stalls, and structures used for fairs and carnivals, especially those featuring traveling amusement rides. It may be a temporary site for a specific event or a permanent area within a park or exposition site. The site is typically organized around a central midway with rides, game stalls, and food outlets, with separate zones for attractions, queues, and crowd control.
Common attractions include mechanical rides such as carousels, roller coasters, ferris wheels, bumper cars, and whip
Historically, fairs date to medieval and early modern trade gatherings. The fairground as a dedicated space
Today fairgrounds operate seasonally or year-round, hosting regional fairs, fundraisers, and exhibitions. They rely on licensing,
Regionally, terms differ: "funfair" is common in the United Kingdom and Ireland, while "carnival" or "fair" is