07/25/2026
🎠 Happy National Carousel Day! 🎠
Did you know that one of the oldest attractions at Kings Dominion is also one of its most historic?
The Grand Carousel began its journey in 1917 as Philadelphia Toboggan Company Carousel #44, making it nearly 60 years older than Kings Dominion itself. Before finding its permanent home in Doswell, it delighted riders in Massachusetts and Rhode Island before being purchased in 1973 for the park that would open in 1975.
Over the course of a 14-month restoration, skilled craftsmen carefully stripped away decades of paint from each of the 66 hand-carved wooden horses, repaired years of wear, and brought this beautiful masterpiece back to life. Today, those same horses continue to spin beneath thousands of lights, creating memories for new generations of guests.
For more than a century, the Grand Carousel has been a symbol of timeless fun, proving that some of the best attractions never go out of style.
🎠 Happy National Carousel Day to one of the true treasures of Kings Dominion!
We’d love to hear your story—share your favorite memories of riding the Grand Carousel in the comments!