Spring Carnival
Southern Elementary's biggest event of the year! Food, games, prizes, and fun for the whole family.
🚚 Food Trucks
Come hungry! A variety of local food trucks will be serving throughout the carnival.
Check back closer to the event for this year's food truck lineup!
🎯 Games & Activities
Fun for all ages — hosted by our Southern Stars staff and community partners!
🐑 Petting Zoo
Honey Hill Farm is back with over 20 animals! Feed provided by the farm.
🎨 Face Painting
Face painting and temporary tattoos for kids of all ages.
🎂 Cake Walk
Walk to win a sweet treat! A carnival classic.
🔨 Silent Auction
Bid on amazing baskets and items donated by our community. All proceeds support PTA programs!
Auction Rules
- Fill out name and phone number on each bid sheet
- Do not bid below the starting bid listed
- Minimum bid increase is $1 or $5 (listed on each sheet)
- Auction closes at 6:30 PM
- Winners will be contacted by phone
Payment
- 💵 Cash accepted
- 💳 Credit/debit cards accepted
- 📝 Checks accepted
- Payment must be complete to receive items
Check back for basket previews before the carnival!
🎟️ Student Raffle
Every admission includes 5 free raffle tickets! Additional tickets available.
How It Works
- Fill out ticket with student name and phone number
- Keep the other portion for verification
- Drop tickets in collection bins
- Raffle closes at 6:30 PM
- Winners announced over the intercom
Ticket Prices
Students must be with an adult to collect prizes. If winner is no longer present, we'll call the phone number on the ticket.
📋 Registration & Rules
Carnival Expectations
- All children under 18 must be with a supervising adult
- Everyone must have a wristband — including adults
- Everyone should feel safe and welcome
- No running or rough housing
- No foul language
- School rules apply — remember your I-5!
⭐ I am a Southern Star!
Get Involved
The carnival runs on volunteer power! Here's how you can help:
HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE!
Proceeds from the carnival support student programs, field trip assistance, playground improvements, family fun nights, and more!
Join the PTA