Next to Lake Ontario in
A Vintage Kidde Park
WELCOME TO OLCOTT BEACH CAROUSEL PARK
Olcott Beach
Carousel Park
On the south shore of Lake Ontario in N.Y. State, you’ll discover the quaint Hamlet of Olcott Beach. In the shadow of Olcott’s famous Lighthouse is a wonderful vintage amusement park. It features a 1928 style Hershell-Spillman two row carousel. Five vintage kiddie rides, and a wonderful 1931 Wurlitzer band organ. Come relive fond memories as your children and grandchildren scream in delight and giggle with laughter!
Non Profit Park
Olcott Beach Carousel Park, Inc. is a not-for profit corporation that was formed for the purpose of creating an historic amusement park reminiscent of the 1940-1950’s era. It is at 5979 Main Street Olcott at the site of the 1940’s Olcott Amusement park. Anyone wishing to volunteer at the park for the 2023 season, will be trained and can sign up to work at 10 a.m. at Olcott Beach Carousel Park, back gate (Lake side). See calendar here
Volunteers
The park staff is made up of volunteers from the community as well as younger paid staff, all of whom are excited to make the park a vibrant and fun place for parents and children to spend time. These volunteers devote countless hours developing and maintaining the park as well as staffing the kiddie rides during the summer season. Rosemary Sansone serves as the Director of the Park. Anyone who wishes to volunteer at the park should email olcottbeachcarouselpark@gmail.com for additional information.
Rides
The original 1940’s carousel building was restored and furnished with a 1928 Hershell Spillman carousel. This carousel closely resembles the original carousel which was operated in the building from the 1940’s – 80’s. In addition to the carousel, the park has five vintage kiddie rides: a 1946 Allen Herschell Kiddie Auto / Fire Truck Ride (originally from Olcott), a 1940’s Allen Herschell Sky Fighter, a 1940’s Boat Ride, a 1950’s Rocket Swing Ride and a kiddie Ferris Wheel (originally located at the Whistle Pig in Niagara Falls). The cost per ride is 25 cents.
Features of the Park
Large murals are displayed in the two kiddie ride pavilions that feature scenes from Olcott Beach’s past. The park also has a 1931 Wurlitzer Band Organ and engraved brick pathways A vintage arcade is housed in a reproduction of the historic Boeckmann Studio and seven skee ball machines are located in the east ride pavilion as well as rocking chairs for paartons to sit and take a break from the heat.
Rustic Theater
The recently built Tom Kelley Rustic Theater is a replica of the Rustic Theater from the early 1900’s that was once located in Nearby Krull Park. Special events including outdoor movies, live music and Park after Dark entertainment are located there. And each day the park is open, families can be amazed, mystified and entertained by Rob Carol Allen’s complimentary magic show.
More Rides
and Fun
PARK HOURS
Sat., Sun. & Mon., from 12-6 p.m. of Memorial Day Weekend
Open Saturdays and Sundays, 12-6 p.m. through June
Open Friday through Sunday, 12-6 p.m. July through Labor Day
What to Expect When Visiting The Park
All rides are 25 cents. Kidde rides are for children up to 52 inches; NO EXCEPTIONS – this is NYS law, not a park rule. We are smoke-free, alcohol-free park. Shoes are required. Leashed dogs are welcome. Baby changing stations in bathrooms and we provide a comfortable mothers’ nursing area. Olcott Beach Carousel Park is a non profit park run by volunteers.
© Olcott Beach Carousel Park
5979 Main Street
Olcott, New York 14126
(716) 778-7066