Revere residents may soon see the return of a carnival after a proposal from Fiesta Shows was discussed at the License Commission Meeting on September 17, 2025. John Flynn, representing Fiesta Shows, outlined plans for a week-long carnival featuring primarily children's rides at a new location, which has not hosted such an event in several years. However, the proposal faced significant opposition from local officials and residents concerned about safety and traffic issues in the busy area.

City Councilor Anthony Cargliandra raised alarms about the carnival's location, citing existing traffic congestion and safety risks, particularly for children crossing busy streets without adequate crosswalks. He emphasized that while he supports Fiesta Shows, he believes the chosen site is unsuitable for such an event. Chief James Callahan echoed these concerns, highlighting potential traffic jams and public safety risks, especially with ongoing construction projects in the vicinity.

Deputy Chief Paul Cheever criticized the emergency plan submitted by Fiesta Shows, noting it lacked sufficient detail and did not adequately address safety egress points. He pointed out that the site, previously contaminated with asbestos, requires further assessment to ensure it is safe for public use. Captain Thomas Malone of the Revere Police Department also expressed concerns about the location, stating it is not conducive to managing the expected crowds and traffic.

In light of these discussions, the License Commission decided to table the proposal, allowing Fiesta Shows the opportunity to address the numerous concerns raised before resubmitting their plan. This decision reflects the commission's commitment to ensuring public safety and community well-being.

In other business, the commission approved a common victualer’s license for Michelle Nguyen, owner of Bruin Cafe, allowing her to serve coffee and Vietnamese sandwiches at 311 Broadway. The cafe will operate daily from 7 AM to 4 PM, maintaining a seating capacity of 16.

Additionally, the city of Revere received approval for a one-day malt wine, common victual, and entertainment license for the annual fall festival at Suffolk Downs, scheduled for October 4. This event will feature local brewery Twisted Fate, which will manage customer identification and wristband distribution.

As the city navigates these developments, the focus remains on balancing community events with public safety and logistical considerations.