Mobile RC excavator sandbox experience at fairs and events
Build a trailer-mounted sandbox filled with sand and remote-controlled excavators, front loaders, cranes, and RC trucks. Charge $1/minute (e.g. $5 for 5 minutes) at county fairs, festivals, and local events. Tim started with ~$10-11K (trailer $6K, machines $3-4K, marketing) and made $2,600/week at his best fair, with $200-800/day being typical. Both kids and adults (50/50 split) love it, and private party bookings at $399 for 2 hours add extra revenue.
Startup Budget
$6K – $15K
Difficulty
Beginner
Business Type
Offline
Location
Suburban
Time Commitment
Part-time
Revenue Potential
$4000-10000/month
Skills Needed
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