

Most gaffs don’t make the games impossible to win. Gaffs in midway games lie on a spectrum that ranges from “nudge, nudge, wink, wink” to downright criminal.

General GuidelinesĪssume most games are gaffed. Step right up, gentlemen! Today you’re going to learn the secrets to beating the carnies and winning a giant stuffed animal for your gal. If you love playing these games at the state fair, but usually find yourself walking away from the booths empty-handed or with a dinky Chinese finger trap as a consolation prize, then this post is for you.

And that means Ferris wheels, giant turkey legs, a visit from the world’s smallest horse, and, of course, the chance to try your hand at winning the carnival games that line the midway. It’s state fair time once again all over the country.
