Safety First at This Year's Fair | Butte News

Butte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 6, 2026 · 1m

A heartbreaking carnival tragedy in Butte, where a 13-year-old died after being thrown from a ride, has sent shockwaves through Montana communities, sparking fear and hesitation about this year’s fairs. While parents in Bozeman and officials at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds acknowledge the pain and growing safety concerns, organizers of the Big Sky Country State Fair are stepping up with reassurances. This year’s operator, Carnival Midway Attractions from California, boasts a strict safety protocol — daily inspections by managers and annual state checks — designed to prevent such tragedies…