Rides closed for the season after the Sept 12–13 special weekend. The park grounds, trail and dog park are open year-round dawn to dusk. Rides return Memorial Day weekend 2027.
About Eldridge Park
Eldridge Park is a city park on Eldridge Lake in Elmira with a restored 1890s Looff carousel, kiddie rides, paddleboats and mini golf. It suits young kids and grandparents looking for an easy, cheap summer afternoon. Entry is free and every ride is $2 or $4.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Ride ticket | $2 | 2026 season · carousel, pony carts, kiddie boats, turtle chase, mini train |
| Two-ticket rides | $4 | Thunderbirds, Tilt-A-Whirl, Jasper II boat tour, paddleboats |
| Mini golf, ages 12+ | $8 | 4 tickets |
| Mini golf, ages 11 and under | $6 | 3 tickets |
Park entry is free. Tickets are sold in the Carousel building shop by cash or card.
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The walking trail, splash pad, disc golf course, skate park and dog park are free.
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There are no promo codes for Eldridge Park. Rides are already $2 a ticket.
Good to know
- Address
- 96 Eldridge Park Dr, Elmira, NY 14901
- Hours
- Ride season: Fri–Sun noon–8 PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day; mini golf Tue–Thu 5–8 PM.
- Parking
- Free
- Type
- Family park · run by Eldridge Park Preservation Society / City of Elmira
- Official site
- eldridgepark.org
Don't miss
- 1890s Looff carousel
- Jasper II boat tour and paddleboats on Eldridge Lake
- Mark Twain mini golf
- Kiddieland pony carts and turtle chase
- Free splash pad and 1.4-mile lake trail
Little ways to save
Budget about $20 for a young child to ride everything once.
Go Friday to Sunday. Only mini golf runs Tuesday to Thursday evenings.
Bring a picnic. The lakeside tables and gazebo are free.
Questions people ask us
How much does the Eldridge Park carousel cost?
One ticket, which is $2. Two-ticket rides like the Tilt-A-Whirl are $4.
When are the rides open at Eldridge Park?
In 2026 rides ran weekends May 22 to Sept 7, Friday to Sunday noon to 8 PM, plus Sept 12–13.
Is there an admission fee?
No. Entry and parking are free; you pay only for ride tickets.
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Where these prices come from: Official hours and prices page, Official attractions page, Official homepage. Prices checked October 2026 by John Foster. Prices change, so confirm on the park's site before you go.