Coeur d' Alene Carousel Foundation

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501 c3 non-profit owns and runs the 1922 antique Coeur d'Alene Carousel. The original carousel from Coeur d'Alene's Playland Pier (1942 - 1974). on loan.

Cost to ride is $2.50 or (10) for $20. A place of joy for children of all ages. The Coeur d'Alene Carousel is
home to the historic 1922 Playland Pier Carousel. The carousel is open weekends in May & September and 7 days a week June-August. 7 days a week starts first part of June, depending on staffing & school schedules. $2.50 to ride or (10) rides for $20. The carousel opened in it's new home in Memorial Plaza on June 9, 2017. Opening day boasted 1771 riders. The original carousel was located at Playland Pier amusement park which sat on the lake shore next to City Park. It was enjoyed by residents and visitors for over 30 years. In 1974 the amusement park was dismantled and the carousel was sold and disappeared for many years. The Perrons, carousel collectors, from Hood River Oregon discovered and purchased it at auction in 1986. It was fully restored and traveled about the U.S. It was purchased from the Perrons in 2011 by John & Pat Foote who gifted it to the newly formed non-profit Coeur d'Alene Carousel Foundation. The foundation gladly accepts donations to ensure this legacy will last for generations. Send to PO Box 170 Coeur d'Alene, ID 83816. www.cdacarousel.com

07/16/2026

We have a new friend in town!!

We never want to leave the ponies after we’ve had the most magical ride… and now you don’t have to. We are now welcoming Morty-the-take-home-with-you pony!!

Now available in the carousel for purchase (just $8!!)
Take a little slice of the magic home with you today!! 🤍🎠🐴

07/05/2026

Did you know along with our shirts we sell stickers, keychains, and a story book that goes along with the beautiful stained glass at the top of our building! Be sure to check them out!! 🤍🎠

04/10/2026

ATTENTION ALL CAROUSEL LOVERS‼️🎠

We need some extra hands this season!

Our volunteers are a major piece of our magic puzzle!

Interested?! DM us!!

11/28/2025

You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer… wait… you know War Pony, Edison, and Mrs. P,s magic pony!! Come see us today (11/28) 12-4 to get into the Christmas spirit before the lightening ceremony tonight! 🎠🎄🎅

10/31/2025

Calling all ghouls and monsters! The ponies would like to explore Halloween town with you!!

We are open this Halloween 1-6pm! 🤍🎃🕸️

08/16/2025

Hi friends,
Due to circumstances beyond our control the Carousel will be closed the remainder of the season.

We will be open:
October 31st 1-6 🎃👻
November 28th 12-5 🎆🎄

We had a fantastic season this year and we can’t wait to see you in 2026!!

07/16/2025

Carousel friends‼️‼️

Mark your calendar for Friday July 25th- it’s National Carousel Day!!

When: Friday July 25th, 11-5pm
Where: The CDA Carousel
Why: Because we want to celebrate a day for us and those alike- it’s National Carousel Day!! 🎠

Featuring rides for $2.50
Free face painting, popcorn, lemonade, ballon animals!
Our merch table will be out, and chances to win some pretty awesome raffles!!

You don’t want to miss this!! 🤍🎠 see you then!

06/18/2025

Happy Ironman week! Good luck all athletes!

The carousel will be closed Saturday and Sunday due to parking/traffic restrictions. We will be open all other days!

05/21/2025

Our lost and found sometimes gets very deep. When getting ready for this season we found an unclaimed electronic device from last year. If you are (or know) the parents of these lovely children, please contact us to claim the device - email [email protected], or call and leave a message at 208-666-4879.

10/31/2024

🎃Happy Halloween! 🎃The carousel will be open from 1-6pm today! Come by for rides and free treats!

Address

439 Fort Grounds Drive
Coeur D'alene, ID
83814

Telephone

+12086664879

Website

http://cdacarousel.com/

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