Family Fun Centers

Kingsport Carousel & Park

Name: Kingsport Carousel & Park
Address: 350 Clinchfield St, Kingsport, TN 37660, Kingsport, TN, US
Telephone: (423) 343-9834
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (672 reviews)

📍 350 Clinchfield St, Kingsport, TN 37660

📞 (423) 343-9834

🌐 artskingsport.org/kingsport-carousel

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	12:30–5 PM
Thursday	12:30–5 PM
Friday	12:30–5 PM
Saturday	12:30–5 PM
Sunday	1:30–5 PM

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About Kingsport Carousel & Park

Kingsport Carousel & Park is a family fun center in Kingsport, TN. Features a hand-carved menagerie-style carousel with 30+ hand-carved animals including dogs, cats, dragons, tigers, zebras, and horses, making it a work of art rather than a standard carousel. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 672 visitors.

Quick Facts

Best For: All Ages
Party Packages: Small Party Rental: $100 for 2 hours, up to 20 guests, unlimited rides, access to party room with counter space and sink, 1 eight-foot table and 12 chairs. Private Party Rental: $200 for 2 hours, up to 100 people, unlimited rides, access to 50-foot hallway for setup, smaller party room, doors closed to public. Does not include food or decorations.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Features a hand-carved menagerie-style carousel with 30+ hand-carved animals including dogs, cats, dragons, tigers, zebras, and horses, making it a work of art rather than a standard carousel
⭐Operates as an independent venue managed by the City of Kingsport Cultural Arts division, with party reservations requiring advance payment through the city government
⭐Extremely affordable pricing model at $1 per individual carousel ride, with party packages starting at just $100 for 2 hours with unlimited rides for up to 20 guests
⭐Operates limited hours (Wednesday-Saturday 12:30-5:00pm, Sunday 1:30-5:00pm) with last ride at 4:50pm, suggesting it may be volunteer-run or operated, as evidenced by 12 review mentions of volunteers

💬 What Visitors Say

🕐Plan your visit for Wednesday-Saturday 12:30-5:00pm or Sunday 1:30-5:00pm, and arrive early since the last carousel ride departs at 4:50pm. This ensures you have plenty of time to enjoy both the carousel and playground.
💬Make reservations and arrange payment in advance with the City of Kingsport Cultural Arts at 1200 E. Center St., Room 224 to ensure a smooth experience and avoid delays on arrival.
💬This is an excellent budget-friendly destination for grandparents and families—the venue offers affordable carousel rides and a safe, secure playground with no entrance fee. Pair it with nearby dining options for an inexpensive full day outing.
💡The beautifully hand-carved animals on the historic carousel are true works of art. Take time to appreciate the craftsmanship and share the carousel's history with children—it's part of what makes this a special cultural experience.
💡The playground is highly secure and safe, making it perfect for toddlers and young children. Plan to spend several hours here as families report kids never tire of returning, so bring snacks and water for extended play.