Family-friendly Pan Am Fiesta returns
Published on February 27, 2026
The Pan American Fiesta is returning to Mayfair Park in Lakewood with its classic mix of new attractions combined with Lakewood traditions.
Looking for a family-friendly mix of amusement rides, live music with dancing, crafts for sale, and food trucks? Then, mark your calendar for the Mother’s Day weekend of Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10.
Here are some of the features of the 2026 Pan Am Fiesta:
- Food trucks and food booths, with creative and popular menus.
- Exhilarating attractions…and lots of carnival rides (for young kids all the way up to teens and adults).
- Live music on Friday and Saturday night! On Friday night, see and dance to Savor the Band (Santana Tribute Band). Saturday night features Mariachi Jalisco followed by The MVPs.
- Traditional flag presentation ceremony of the United States and all countries of the Americas.
- Children’s cultural booth and Pan Am Fiesta historical display.
- Arts and crafts vendors offering unique gifts.
Ticket information
Pre-sale discount ride tickets
Starting Monday, April 27 you can buy discount ride tickets from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Monday through Friday) at the Recreation and Community Services Department in Lakewood City Hall or online at thefuncarnival.com.
10 rides for $40 (each credit is good for any one ride on Friday, Saturday or Sunday).
Pre-sale promotional wristbands: $35 for unlimited rides on Friday, Saturday or Sunday from opening until 30 minutes before closing each night. See carnival hours.
Event day ticket prices (Friday through Sunday)
From Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10, you can purchase “credits” at the Fiesta to use for rides, food and games. The number of credits needed for each ride vary, from nine to 15.
Credits are available as follows:
- 40 credits for $20
- 60 credits plus 1 free ride for $30
- 100 credits plus 3 free rides for $50
- 160 credits plus 5 free rides for $80
You can also purchase a promotional wristband for $40, which provides unlimited rides Friday through Sunday from opening until 30 minutes before closing each night.
*There is a $3 surcharge on all new wristband purchases. No surcharge on wristband reloads.
Some rides have no single riders and age requirements. All rides with requirements will have signs posted.
Pan Am Fiesta Schedule
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Activities |
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Friday, May 8
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Open 5 to 10 p.m. with food, carnival rides, and entertainment.
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5:30 - 6 p.m.
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Latinas Art Foundation
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7 - 9 p.m.
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Savor the Band
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Saturday, May 9
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Open noon to 10 p.m. with food, carnival rides, and entertainment.
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Mayfair High School (Choral Performance)
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12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
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Welcome and Flag Ceremony (Scout Troop 134)
Pan American Association Presentation recognizing Student Achievements
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1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
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Hoku Mae’Ole Polynesian Dancers
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4:30 – 6 p.m.
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Mariachi Jalisco (Latin)
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7– 9 p.m.
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The MVPs
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Sunday, May 10
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Carnival open noon to 9 p.m.
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Food and Drink Vendors
Confirmed vendor list to be published in early April.
Free shuttle service on Saturday, May 9
On Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. a free shuttle runs every 15 minutes from Lakewood City Hall (Clark/Del Amo) east parking lot to the Pan Am Fiesta entrance.