Paul Maurer has personally been in the carnival and amusement industry for over 50-years and counting. In 1971 as a solo game concession operator, he got started with playing numerous fairs and festivals throughout the West, Mid-West & Central U.S. During that timeframe, (formerly known as Paul Maurer Concessions) he was one of the largest game concessionaires and operators in California. In 1984, fulfilling a lifelong dream, Paul took the big step and purchased his first amusement ride and then soon after formed what is now known as Paul Maurer Shows.

Today, Paul Maurer Shows can now complement a full-size carnival with over 39+ amusement rides, family games and food concessions.

Currently, Paul Maurer Shows produces and supports more than 90-100 special events, state & county fairs throughout the Western United States. Our priority routing area is California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Nevada & Arizona. Our current fair schedule includes:

• North Idaho State Fair, Coeur d' Alene, ID.
• Western Montana Fair, Missoula, MT.
• Jackson County Fair, Central Point, OR.
• Eldorado County Fair, Placerville, CA.
• Kittitas County Fair, Ellensburg, WA.
• Yuba-Sutter County Fair, Yuba City, CA.
• Canyon County Fair, Caldwell, ID.
• Tulelake-Butte Valley Fair, Tulelake, CA.
• Jefferson County Fair, Madras, OR.
• Malheur County Fair, Ontario, OR.
• Colorado River Fair, Blythe, CA.
• Colusa County Fair, Colusa, CA.
• Mendocino County Fair, Boonville, CA.
• Mother Lode Fair, Sonora, CA.

The fairs mentioned above are in addition to numerous other State, City, County, Church Festivals and Fiesta’s we provide amusement rides, games & food concessions to throughout the year. The attendance for many of our events can range from 8000 – 125,000+ guests and visitors.

Paul Maurer Shows is known for its unique, brightly painted rides, their sparkling LED lights (that all work & shine at night) including their newest spectacular rides, The Rock Star, Freak Out & Expo Wheel. Not forgetting our 100' Super Shot (drop tower) that will take your breath away! We've also added numerous family & kiddie rides from the Ballistic Swings, Flying Dino's, Motorcycles & Semi-Trucks. We’re constantly at work on updating and adding new rides annually.

In addition to the colorful painted rides, we also provide numerous clean, fun, family carnival games including the ring toss, balloon pops, water-race, basketball, ping-pong goldfish ponds, ducky-ducky and many, many others for your enjoyment. Paul Maurer Shows have those great tasting carnival food treats including our Homemade, Hot Strawberry, Chocolate, or Berry Funnel Cakes with whipped or ice cream, Deep Fried Twinkies, Oreo’s, baked Churros, fresh “Hand-Dipped” Corndogs, Cotton Candy, Popcorn, Fountain Sodas, Iced Tea, coffee, water and more…

Paul Maurer Shows insists on having the newest and highest state-of-the-art amusement rides & equipment. Our safety record speaks for itself. All our ride operators are qualified and trained for the ride they work and operate. Our rides are maintenance and maintained daily, weekly, monthly, and annually in accordance with the ride manufacturers’ requirements. Ride inspection records are kept in the carnival office for viewing if requested. Should any ride undergo the unexpected “break-down” we generally have emergency spare parts on hand, ensuring minimal down time of any ride. Our trained, fully dedicated repair & maintenance staff oversees the daily operation of rides and is ready to respond should a breakdown take place. The set-up, operation and tear-down safety is of the highest priority for our show & employees. We NEVER place undue pressure upon our ride operators or employees to set up their rides. We train our employees to remain conscious of all safety procedures, and to inspect and double check a ride ensuring that it is safe to operate without question or doubt. Having trained, loyal and professional ride operators, always working together as a team, has contributed greatly to the huge success of Paul Maurer Shows.

Paul Maurer requires that “all” show employees undergo the California Department of Justice “Megan Law”, and “Live-Scan” in-addition to local police department background checks. We have a certified drug & alcohol testing program that requires all employees pass the mandatory “random” drug & alcohol testing program or face termination of their position with the show.

We here at Paul Maurer Shows look forward to hearing from you, your organization or fair. We’ll provide your community with a safe, clean, fun-filled, memorable family carnival experience!