Attractions Hours of Operations:
Attractions are open weekends from 5/25/26 until 9/7/26
Mini Golf: Tuesday – Thursday 5:00 – 8:00pm
All Attractions: Friday – Sunday 12:00 – 8:00pm
Special Weekend: Sept 12th – 13th 12:00 – 8:00pm
Eldridge Park Carousel Preservation Society works in partnership with the City of Elmira to maintain the Midway and Amusement Attractions within the park. Any inquiries regarding concerns with the park or inquiries to hold special events within the park should be directed to the City of Elmira: www.cityofelmira.net.
Any inquiries regarding the Midway, Attractions, or the Eldridge Park Carousel Preservation Society please complete the form below to email Trisha Elwood, the General Manager. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
What are your hours?
The park is open every day from dawn to dusk, but our rides and attractions are seasonal, open from Memorial Day weekend until Labor Day weekend. Rides and attractions run Friday from 5pm – 9pm, Saturday from 12pm – 9pm, and Sunday from 12pm – 8pm.
How much do the rides cost?
| Attraction | Tickets Per Person | Price Per Person |
| 1890’s Looff Carousel | 1 Ticket | $2.00 |
| Pony Carts | 1 Ticket | $2.00 |
| Turtle Chase | 1 Ticket | $2.00 |
| Kiddie Boats | 1 Ticket | $2.00 |
| Mini Train | 1 Ticket | $2.00 |
| Thunderbirds | 2 Tickets | $4.00 |
| Tilt-A-Whirl | 2 Tickets | $4.00 |
| Jasper II Boat Tour | 2 Tickets | $4.00 |
| Paddle Boats | 2 Tickets | $4.00 |
| Miniature Golf: 12 and older | 4 Tickets | $6.00 |
| Miniature Golf: 11 and under | 3 Tickets | $4.50 |
| Rental: Disc Golf Set | $5 + $5 Deposit = $10 |
How can I pay for a ticket?
Tickets are available for purchase at the shop inside the Carousel building. We accept cash and credit.
How can I report a problem with the park?
We are a 501c3 organization that volunteers to help improve the park, but we are not able to assist you with problems with the park itself (e.g. broken or missing equipment, animal issues, etc.). For these problems, we ask that you please contact the City of Elmira Department of Parks and Recreation. If you have a problem with the midway, attractions, or carousel, please use the form above to contact us.
About Eldridge Park Carousel Preservation Society Inc.
Mission Statement
The Eldridge Park Carousel Preservation Society Inc is dedicated to preserving the past, while continually enhancing Eldridge Park for the enjoyment of residents and visitors across the community.
Board of Directors
- Michael “Robby” Robertson – President, Retired Elmira City Police Chief.
- Robert Dunbar – Vice President, iDj Entertainment.
- Bob Kramarik – Secretary, Retired Bobby K Entertainment.
- Jennifer Stimson – Treasurer, Booth Supply.
- Walter Booth – Board Member, Booth Supply
- Margaret Lorden – Board Member, Bethany Village.
- Dr. Brian Cassetta – Board Member, Guthrie Health Services
- Jane Joralemon – Board Member, Retired.
- Mike Mitchell – Board Member, Retired real estate.
- Pat Poppleton – Board Member, Poppleton Landscaping.
- Casidhe Gilboy – Board Member, Attorney.
- Mike Sullivan – Board Member, Hilltop Inn
- Richard Quinn – Board Member, Corning Inc.
- Jennifer Fortier – Board Member Registered Nurse.
Annual Report
You can download our annual reports below.