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Pullen Park Amusements


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History plays at Pullen Park! As the fifth-oldest operating amusement park in the U.S., we invite you to explore Pullen Amusements’ many rides and adventures. 

 

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919-996-6468

Scott Mott Director 
scott.mott@raleighnc.gov 

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Important Ticket Information

Tickets are required for each ride in Pullen Park. Tickets are $2 per person. Children under one year ride for free with paying adults. Ticket sales close 15 minutes prior to the ride's closing. Cashiers may not be available. Guests are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets online in advance on RecLink. 

View Digital Amusements Tickets information.

Pullen Park Amusements' hours will vary depending on the season. Some rides may close early due to darkness or inclement weather.

Know Before You Go

Parking

Parking is available at the park entrance at 520 Ashe Ave, including accessible spaces.

Accessibility

  • The park features paved sidewalks throughout that are wheelchair, scooter, or Electric Conveyance Vehicle (ECV) accessible. Please see below for information about ride accessibility. 
  • Some areas where special events take place may not be accessible to all visitors. Please call 919-996-6468 or speak to a staff member on-site if you have additional questions or to discuss your group’s needs.
  • Raleigh Parks Inclusion Services works with community members to support participation. To request a program modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Inclusion Services staff at 919-996-2147 or ParksInclusion@raleighnc.gov

Restrooms

Restroom facilities are available in the park during the open hours listed below. Both locations include accessible facilities. 

Pullen Place Cafe

Located in the amusement area near the Welcome Center, Pullen Place Cafe offers fresh, local, and seasonal foods.
View Hours, Menus, and More

Junior Conductor Adventure

park staff working in a booth
  • Purchase your tickets in person.  $7 per family/compass
  • Geared towards families with children ages 5-12
  • Pick up your smart compass and let the kids navigate you around the park with this new wearable technology.  Once you find the spot you've been searching for, your phone will synch up to the compass to display some fun historical facts about the park and give you some exciting activities to complete.  
  • Look for other adventures in the future such as nature, fitness, trees, and more!
  • This experience is self-guided and expected to last between 30-45 minutes

Carnival Games

carnival game in front of carousel
  • Available seasonally
  • Purchase your tickets in person
  • Test your luck and your skill in these games of chance as you try and master our specially themed carnival games such as The Great Carousel Race, The Mega Wire, The Trail Runner, and more!
  • Unlimited plays for $2 per player

Carousel

Toddler girl riding a pony on the carousel at Pullen Park
  • From 1911, the Gustave A. Dentzel Carousel is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
  • The ride requires one ticket per person.
  • Must be 42 inches tall to ride alone, if under 42 inches a parent/guardian must ride with them and both require a ticket.
  • The carousel is wheelchair accessible and includes a bench seating option.
  • Digital Amusements Ticket Information

Kiddie Boats

view of six empty kiddie boats floating under the pavilion at pullen park
  • Ride requires one ticket per person.
  • Only the ride operator is permitted inside the fenced ride area while the ride is in motion.
  • Riders must be between 30" and 54" to ride.
  • Digital Amusements Ticket Information

Train

Little girl gives her ticket to conductor before boarding Pullen Park train
  • C.P. Huntington miniature train, a one-third size, near-replica of the famous locomotive of the same name.
  • Ride requires one ticket per person.
  • Must be 42 inches tall to ride alone, if under 42 inches a parent/guardian must ride with them and both require a ticket.
  • The train is wheelchair accessible.
  • The train closes around sunset each night.
  • Digital Amusements Ticket Information

Pedal Boats

Family of four using a pedalboat at Pullen Park lake

Due to construction taking place on Lake Howell, pedal boats will be unavailable until spring 2027.

Other Amusements

  • TV Land "Andy & Opie" statue
  • Children's Amphitheater
  • Caboose

Pétanque and Bocce Courts

  • Located at the Upper Shelter Area
  • Free to use.
  • Reservations take priority – $7/hour includes equipment rental
  • Visit the Welcome Center or Kiosk for reservations.

Playgrounds

kids playing on climbing equipment at Pullen Park

Swing Area: (All ages) 10 traditional belt swings for all ages, 1 preschool full-bucket seat swing, 1 accessible molded bucket swing, and 1 tire swing

School Age Climb and Slide: (5-12 years old) 2 universally accessible slides, 6 climbing opportunities, 1 see-saw, and 1 shade structure

Sand Play: (2-12 years old) 2 sand diggers, 1 accessible sand digger, 2 shade structures, 1 playhouse, Music making equipment and stage, and 1 accessible spring platform

Preschool Playground: (2-5 years old) Enclosed by a positive barrier of fence and vegetation, 3 slides,1 preschool full-bucket seat swing,1 accessible molded bucket swing, 1 see-saw, stepping stones, and 2 shade structures

Shelters and Rentals

Pullen Park has a variety of outdoor shelters available to rent. Rentals permits are being accepted online through RecLink. Please visit RecLink to submit an application.

Visit the Pullen Park page for more information.

History

Pullen Park opened in 1887 and is the fifth-oldest operating amusement park in the U.S. 

To learn more about the park’s history, take a virtual tour and check out the park’s interpretative panels.

Browse the HRM online collections database to view artifacts related to Pullen Park.

Volunteering

Volunteers are always needed at our historic sites and museums. If you are interested in joining us as a volunteer, contact Savannah Hubbard at savannah.hubbard@raleighnc.gov or view the volunteer information for the Historic Resources and Museums Program.

Hours

For daily updated ride operations, please call 919-996-6472. The information on the phone line will be updated around 10:30 a.m. daily.

Amusement Hours

 
Monday:
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tuesday:
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday:
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday:
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Friday:
10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday:
10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sunday:
10 a.m.–8 p.m.

Park and Restroom Hours

 
Monday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Tuesday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Wednesday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Thursday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Saturday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.
Sunday:
7 a.m.–9 p.m.

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