Connecticut amusement parks offer traditional rides, swimming, family fun

Connecticut's amusement parks -- from Ocean Beach in New London to Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury, and more -- are a great haven for families with children, young folks, and singles looking for traditional outdoor fun, rides, games and competitions, pools and splash parks, summer food, and other light-hearted fun. The amusement parks of Connecitcut have built a strong following in families generation after generation, a testament to their staying power for kids and parents.

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Ocean Beach Park

1225 Ocean Avenue New London, CT 06320 Phone: 860-447-3031 Toll-Free: 1-800-510-SAND (7263)

Relive your own childhood as you watch your kids enjoy all the lovingly restored, old-time, kiddy rides.

There’s family fun and more at Ocean Beach Park. New this year is our Splash Park for kids under 8. For more water fun we have the ocean, of course, an Olympic-size swimming pool and triple waterslide. Our award-winning lifeguard staff is on duty for your safety. For more fun we have rides, mini-golf, and a Family Fun Center with a video arcade. Kids can enjoy our playground and adults can work out in the health club. The nature walk and observation deck let you enjoy our natural beauty. When all the activity makes you hungry you can choose from our full-service restaurant, a food court, or ice cream stands. Ocean Beach Park can also accommodate picnics and corporate events. Our nightly entertainment schedule includes Classic Car Cruises on Mondays; kids movies on the beach Tuesday and Thursday; live magic on Wednesday; live bands on Friday; and family entertainment on Saturdays.
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Quassy Amusement Park

2132 Middlebury Road (Route 64) Middlebury, CT 06762 Phone: 203-758-2913 Toll-Free: 800-FOR-PARK

Celebrating over a Century of Affordable Family Fun

Quassy Amusement Park, founded in 1908, sits on the south shore of Lake Quassapaug in Middlebury, Connecticut. On its 20 plus acres, it boasts 22 rides including the new “Wooden Warrior” roller coaster, Yo-Yo Super Swing, The Big Flush Water Coaster, a Grand Carousel, and a variety of thrill rides as well as attractions for the very young. Visit "Saturation Station," the interactive water play area - home of the gigantic "Tunnel Twister" waterslides. Cool off in Lake Quassapaug at Quassy Beach and cap off the day with a frozen treat from Quassy's new Ice Cream Parlor. The park also offers an arcade, food stands and a restaurant. Quassy offers the entire family affordable fun. Obviously, Quassy is the place for you!