Park After Dark is the Park’s signature fundraiser, held every year on the 2nd Tuesday in August for the Olcott Beach Carousel Park. Proceeds are used to develop the park’s infrastructure, upgrade buildings, restore rides, and so much more. It’s an unforgettable after-hours celebration for grown-ups, featuring live music under the stars, food catered by Wegman’s, and classic carnival fun with a twist! It welcomes over 700 partygoers for a night of music, food, games, and purpose – all to support the mission of providing affordable family fun at the Park. The fundraiser takes place from 6pm to 10pm at the Park. There is a cash beer and wine bar. Guests can enjoy an evening of musical entertainment (for listening and dancing under the stars) with The Sophisticats in the Thomas Kelley Theater, and Kirk McWhorter live under the LakeSide Tent. Tickets are $35 (pre-sale) or $40 (at the gate), including dinner. Advanced tickets are available at the Olcott Beach Carousel Park ticket booth or from local vendors, or you can buy tickets that evening at the park. E-tickets are available at www.TicketRiver.com

Details

● The Sophisticats, featuring Olcott’s own Jimmy Sansone, take center stage in the Thomas Kelley Theater, delivering an electric mix of pop, rock, jazz, and blues.
● Kirk McWhorter brings the golden age of America to life with Back in The Day—a nostalgic tribute to the 30s, 40s, and 50s—live under the LakeSide Tent.

Eat Sip & Savor

Eat, Sip & Savor
● The Picnic Pavilion – Catered by Wegmans, serving up crowd-pleasing classics
● The Snack Shack – Indulgent gourmet bites for the adventurous eater
● The Rialto Beer Garden – Cold brews and good vibes
● The Luna Park Landing Wine Tent – A curated selection of fine wines

Classic Carnival Fun with an Adult Twist

● The Olcott Beach Carousel Derby – Place your “bets” and cheer your horse to victory!
● Midway Madness Raffle Tent – Try your luck on dozens of fabulous prizes
● Skee-Ball Tournament – Compete for glory on our vintage lanes
● A midway packed with retro carnival games your future
● And of course—50/50 splits!

Tickets

● $35 – Pre-sale (available at the Park or from local sellers)
● $38 – Online pre-sale (includes fees) – click “Get Tickets”
● $40 – At the door