Read and Win Program
Read books, hit your grade's goal, and earn a free general admission ticket to the carnival.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
The Riverside County Carnival is thrilled to introduce the "Read & Win" program, designed to foster a love of reading among youth. This program invites children from Pre-K through 12th grade to embark on a literary journey that rewards their reading efforts with exciting prizes. The program promotes literacy throughout our community and offers even greater incentives this year.
The prize
Participants who meet their reading goals will receive (1) General Admission ticket.
Who can enter
Pre-K through 12th grade
Why we do it
Promote literacy and reward students for completing reading goals during the school year.
READING GOALS BY GRADE
Pre-K and Kindergarten
Read (or have read to them) 10 books
January 1, 2026 – May 10, 2026
All books must be age appropriate or above.
Grade 1–3
Read (or have read to them) 10 age appropriate books
January 1, 2026 – May 10, 2026
All books must be age appropriate or above.
Grade 4–5
Read 10 age appropriate books
January 1, 2026 – May 10, 2026
All books must be age appropriate or above.
Grade 6–8
Read 10 age appropriate books
January 1, 2026 – May 10, 2026
All books must be age appropriate or above.
Grade 9–12
Read 10 age appropriate books
January 1, 2026 – May 10, 2026
All books must be age appropriate or above.
HOW TO ENTER
- 1
Complete the reading challenge
Students throughout Riverside County are encouraged to read books over the school year. Those who complete the challenge earn a free child's General Admission ticket.
Books must be age appropriate or above.
- 2
Fill out the report form
Fill in the form with the books your child has read during the program window.
- 3
Submit the completed form
After completing the list, cut or tear along the dotted line and submit it as instructed.
Forms must be signed and verified before submission.
- 4
Receive the pass
Once approved, you will be emailed your free child admission pass.
The Read & Win Report Form does not include ride passes.
SUBMISSION RULES
Book approval required
Books must have your teacher, parent, or guardian approved.
Signature & verification required
Have your librarian, teacher, parent, or guardian sign and verify the Official Read and Win Report Form before submitting.
Submission method
Submit the completed form by mailing it to the Riverside County Carnival or emailing it to the Read & Win inbox.
Delivery of pass
Once approved, you will be emailed your free child admission pass.
No ride passes included
The Official Read and Win Report Form does not include ride passes.
No refunds or exchanges
No refunds or exchanges will be given for failure to attend the Riverside County Carnival.
One entry per child
One entry per child. Multiple or falsified entries will be immediately disqualified.
Entry handling disclaimer
The Riverside County Carnival is not responsible for late or misdirected entries, or entries that are incomplete or illegible.
REPORT FORM
Official Read & Win Report Form (PDF)
Download and complete the official form to record books read and submit for approval.
Call (951) 526-4553 to have the form sent to you.