Upcoming Events
Mother's Day 2024
Honor Mother’s Day with us with Free Rides all Day!
Join our many friends who have made this a family tradition.
A flower* for every mother is our gift to you. This year thanks to Highland Street Foundation Carousel rides are free for everyone all day! 🌸
Sunday, May 12, 2024
11:00 AM 4:00 PM
*while supplies last
Paragon Derby Day 2024
We are "back to the races again" to support the restoration and preservation of the historical Paragon Carousel.
The Paragon Carousel Derby returns on Friday, May 17th from 7pm to 10pm. Dress up like you’re “going to the races” and enjoy an evening of games, prizes and socializing all around the Historic Paragon Carousel.
$50/ticket. Purchase here
Your ticket includes access to:
5 "derby" races with great prizes
Great raffles - Including a raffle for a 7 Day Stay in Florida. A $5500 value! 1 in 100 chance to win. Click here to get your ticket now!
Silent auctions
Gourmet finger foods
Derby Hat contest
Cash bar
Additional sponsorship opportunities:
Sponsor a horse or a chariot. You can include a business promotional sign to be displayed on the horse and you are also encouraged to provide a derby hat for the horse to wear!
The row with the Chariots and standing horses
$500 to sponsor a Chariot (4 event tickets included) - SOLD OUT - Purchase here
$350 to sponsor a First Row Standing Horse (2 event tickets included) - Purchase here
$250 to sponsor a Second Row Jumper Horse (2 event tickets included) - Purchase here
$200 to sponsor a Third and Fourth Row Carousel Horse (2 event ticket included ) - Purchase here
Annual Flag Day Observance 2024
Join us in paying tribute to our Flag, Veterans, Members of the Armed Forces, and Loved Ones. Contribute $20 to add a flag to our Field of Flags, and their names will be featured in our program and honored during the ceremony.
Patriotic musical selections will be performed by the Paragon Carousel local Girl Scout Troops. Please join us for our annual tribute.
Proceeds directly support the ongoing restoration efforts of the historic Paragon Carouse and the Hull Veterans Council.
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get here early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following story time, enjoy carousel a ride with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program
July 5th - “Spiderman”
July 12th - “Glass Slipper Princess”
July 19th - “Tower Princess”
July 26th - “Snow White”
August 2nd - “Captain America”
August 9th - “White Snow Princess”
August 16th - “Snow Queen”
August 23rd - “Beauty Princess”
Taylor Swift Tuesdays
Welcome to Taylor Swift Tuesdays at the Carousel!
Get ready to shake it off and sing your heart out every Tuesday from July 9th to August 20th, as we bring the magic of Taylor Swift's music to the carousel!
Event Details:
Dates: Every Tuesday from July 9th to August 20th
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What to Expect:
🎶 Groove to the biggest hits from Taylor Swift as they fill the air around the carousel.
🎠 Enjoy a nostalgic ride on the carousel while singing along to your favorite Taylor Swift tunes.
🎨 Get creative with fun activities like bracelet making, adding an extra sparkle to your Taylor Swift Tuesday experience.
Join Us: Gather your friends and fellow Swifties for an evening of music, laughter, and memories at the carousel. Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or just love a good time, Taylor Swift Tuesdays are not to be missed!
Note: Regular carousel admission fees apply.
Mark your calendars and get ready to party like it's 1989 with Taylor Swift Tuesdays at the Carousel!
A visit with Bluey
Get ready for a paw-some day of fun as Bluey, everyone's favorite blue heeler, pays a special visit to The Paragon Carousel on July 10th!
Event Details:
Date: July 10th
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join the Adventure:
🐾 Meet and Greet: Get up close and personal with Bluey himself! Bring your cameras and smiles for a memorable photo opportunity.
🎉 Playground Games: Dive into a world of fun with games inspired by Bluey's adventures! Test your skills with Keepy Uppy and discover the fun of the Magic Xylophone.
🎵 Sing-Along: Get ready to sing your favorite tunes from the hit show with Bluey by your side.
Don't Miss Out:
Bring the whole family and join us for a morning filled with laughter, play, and unforgettable memories with Bluey at the Paragon Carousel!
Note: Admission to the event is free but regular carousel ride fees still apply. Space may be limited, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!
Get ready for a wag-tastic time with Bluey! We can't wait to see you there! 🐶💙
Paint with Cath
Join us for a whimsical painting adventure!
🖌️ Let your little ones unleash their inner artist at our Carousel Horse Painting Event! 🖌️
📅 Date: June 27th
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
💰 Cost: $30/person
🌟 Every child will receive step-by-step guidance on painting their very own carousel horse masterpiece from Create with Kath! Plus, they get to take their creation home! 🌟
🎠 Best of all, your participation supports the restoration and preservation of the iconic Paragon Carousel! 🎠
🎈 Reserve your spot today and let the creativity gallop!
Vitamin Sea Brewing Holiday Market
Dive into the festive spirit at Vitamin Sea Brewing's Holiday Market!
Explore the Paragon Carousel Hulliday Shop as well as 20+ additional vendors, ranging from candles and accessories to hot sauce and chocolates, each bringing its own unique touch of holiday magic. Join us Sunday, December 10th from 12-4pm for a day of local treasures and delicious craft beer.
Spooktacular Celebration
It's a SPOOKTACULAR celebration for Halloween at the historic Paragon Carousel.
Enjoy the following during the day:
Pet parade around the Carousel at 1pm
"Kiddie Kostume" contest at 2pm with first, second and third place prizes for best "kostume"!
Carousel rides all day for just $1
Have a SPOOKY time with the ponies before our 95th season ends!
Mother's Day
Honor Mother’s Day with us!
Join our many friends who have made this a family tradition.
A flower and Carousel ride for every mother is our gift to you. 🌸
Sunday, May 8, 2022
11:00 AM 3:00 PM
Traditional Easter Egg Roll
As part of the historic Paragon Carousel’s opening weekend, come by at 12noon for our annual traditional easter egg roll!
Photos with the Easter Bunny
Get your photo taken with the Easter Bunny during our opening day at the historic Paragon Carousel!
10-Trip Ticket Gift for Sale
The perfect last minute gift!!
10-ride passes for the Paragon Carousel available for sale at $25.00 (a $5.00 savings). Carousel ride passes never expire. Available in the Paragon Office, 205 Nantasket Ave, Hull, Clock Tower Building Mondays and Thursdays before Christmas from 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. or call 781-925-0472.
Thank you for supporting the Paragon Carousel.
10-Trip Ticket Gift for Sale
The perfect last minute gift!!
10-ride passes for the Paragon Carousel available for sale at $25.00 (a $5.00 savings). Carousel ride passes never expire. Available in the Paragon Office, 205 Nantasket Ave, Hull, Clock Tower Building Mondays and Thursdays before Christmas from 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. or call 781-925-0472.
Thank you for supporting the Paragon Carousel.
10-Trip Ticket Gift for Sale
The perfect last minute gift!!
10-ride passes for the Paragon Carousel available for sale at $25.00 (a $5.00 savings). Carousel ride passes never expire. Available in the Paragon Office, 205 Nantasket Ave, Hull, Clock Tower Building Mondays and Thursdays before Christmas from 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. or call 781-925-0472.
Thank you for supporting the Paragon Carousel.
Photos with Santa Claus
Santa Claus will be making a stop at the Historic Paragon Carousel this year!
Get your family, kids, pets and friends together for a special photo with the one and only “Big Man” himself.
You and your family can also enjoy rides on the Carousel.
Photos with Santa Claus
Santa Claus will be making a stop at the Historic Paragon Carousel this year!
Get your family, kids, pets and friends together for a special photo with the one and only “Big Man” himself.
You and your family can also enjoy rides on the Carousel.
Holiday Shopping at the Paragon Museum
Get your gifts for the holiday season at the Paragon Carousel!
We have a wealth of merchandise to gift to your loved ones this year including:
Paragon Park Logo sleeveless t-shirts,
Paragon Carousel sweatshirts
Paragon Carousel kids t-shirts
Holiday Carousel ornaments
10-ride passes for the historic Paragon Carousel
Carousel token stocking stuffers
Soft, plush bears, reindeer and mice, all with a Carousel token available
Carina the Carousel Horse, Muffy Mac Mouse and Good Night series books.
Consider a special donation for a loved one with a commemorative brick in the Carousel walkway.
Kids can even leave a letter for Santa in our express mailbox to the North Pole!
Holiday Shopping at the Paragon Museum
Get your gifts for the holiday season at the Paragon Carousel!
We have a wealth of merchandise to gift to your loved ones this year including:
Paragon Park Logo sleeveless t-shirts,
Paragon Carousel sweatshirts
Paragon Carousel kids t-shirts
Holiday Carousel ornaments
10-ride passes for the historic Paragon Carousel
Carousel token stocking stuffers
Soft, plush bears, reindeer and mice, all with a Carousel token available
Carina the Carousel Horse, Muffy Mac Mouse and Good Night series books.
Consider a special donation for a loved one with a commemorative brick in the Carousel walkway.
Kids can even leave a letter for Santa in our express mailbox to the North Pole!
Spooktacular at the Paragon Carousel
Celebrate the end of the season with a Spooktacular ride on the historic Paragon Carousel!
The Carousel is decorated for Halloween and guests are welcome to come in costume.
We will have hot cider for guests.
And make sure to say “trick or treat” at the Carousel for some candy!
PUMPKINFEST
PUMPKINFEST is happening at the Paragon Carousel for the first two weekends of October (10/1 - 10/2 and 10/8 - 10/9).
Pumpkins are available for the picking.
Buy a pumpkin for $10 and get a complimentary ride on the Paragon Carousel with your purchase AND a small sugar ice cream cone.
All proceeds support the preservation and restoration of the Historic Paragon Carousel.
PUMPKINFEST
PUMPKINFEST is happening at the Paragon Carousel for the first two weekends of October (10/1 - 10/2 and 10/8 - 10/9).
Pumpkins are available for the picking.
Buy a pumpkin for $10 and get a complimentary ride on the Paragon Carousel with your purchase AND a small sugar ice cream cone.
All proceeds support the preservation and restoration of the Historic Paragon Carousel.
OCTOBERFEST
Ride the carousel and enjoy eats & treats as we celebrate the fall season with an Octoberfest!
We will be selling "Bianco" Sweet Italian Sausages (peppers & onions too!) for $8 and "Kayem" Old Tyme Hot Dog for $5. You can also get cider doughnuts ($1) and/or hot mulled cider ($1) too!
Our special Paragon Park beach towels will be on sale for 50% off! ($15)
And there will also be special photo opportunities (donations gratefully accepted):
- The newly restored "Crazy Cup" from Paragon Park
- The Kookie Kastle Koffin from Paragon Park
Finally, enjoy a crafted brew from the Vitamin Sea Brewery Truck!
PUMPKINFEST
PUMPKINFEST is happening at the Paragon Carousel for the first two weekends of October (10/1 - 10/2 and 10/8 - 10/9).
Pumpkins are available for the picking.
Buy a pumpkin for $10 and get a complimentary ride on the Paragon Carousel with your purchase AND a small sugar ice cream cone.
All proceeds support the preservation and restoration of the Historic Paragon Carousel.
PUMPKINFEST
PUMPKINFEST is happening at the Paragon Carousel for the first two weekends of October (10/1 - 10/2 and 10/8 - 10/9).
Pumpkins are available for the picking.
Buy a pumpkin for $10 and get a complimentary ride on the Paragon Carousel with your purchase AND a small sugar ice cream cone.
All proceeds support the preservation and restoration of the Historic Paragon Carousel.
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
National Carousel Day
Today is National Carousel Day!
Celebrate at Paragon Carousel by riding for $1 all afternoon!
**$1 ticket sales end at 3:30pm, no exceptions!
Dollar Day at Paragon Carousel
As part of Nostalgia Weekend at the Paragon Carousel, enjoy $1 rides on the Carousel all afternoon. Nostalgic merchandise is also for sale and discounted. Paragon Park Matchbox design towels for $15 each and Paragon Park Matchbook design t-shirts for $10 each.
**$1 ticket sales end at 3:30pm, no exceptions!
Additionally, the Gavioli Diamond Jubilee Organ returns and will be running in front of the Carousel all day. Enjoy the sights and sounds of this vintage organ!
Nostalgia Weekend Kickoff at Paragon Carousel
Nostalgia Weekend returns at the Paragon Carousel!
Come down to the Carousel dressed in your favorite era of Paragon Park. Contests and prizes throughout the day.
**Carnival Games from 1pm-5pm: Bean Bag Toss, Ring Toss, Knock ‘em can pyramid, Duck Pond Floating Ducks & more - a winner every time!
**Field contests on the lawn: Sack Race, Water Balloon Toss, Musical Chairs - free Carousel ride token as prize for contestant!
**The vintage Giavoli Diamond Jubilee Organ will be playing out front
**Toys for sale at just $1!
**Costume Contest from 5pm-7pm: Dress for your favorite decade of the Carousel; Decade 20’s, 30’s 40’s judge as one decade; Decade 50’s, 60’s,70’s,80’s judged separately; Judged by Jason McCann, Hull’s favorite spokesman - Music from each decade - Prize- gift certificate for a local business
The Carousel will also debut its new Paragon Park sleeveless tank top “Where Summer Meant Everything”
Nantasket Beach logo on the front
Celebrate the past, enjoy the present at Paragon Carousel!
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”
Story Time at the Paragon Carousel
Come to the Carousel on Friday mornings this summer for “Story Time.” Every Friday morning in July and August, enjoy a favorite story told by one of our beloved characters right in front of the famous Paragon Carousel in the heart of Nantasket Beach! This event is FREE, so get there early to get a good seat. Storytime starts promptly at 10:30am. Following storytime, enjoy carousel rights with the princess! Funded in part by the DCR and Save The Harbor/Save The Bay’s Better Beaches Program.
July 8th - “Ariel”
July 15th - “Alice”
July 22nd - “Rapunzel”
July 29th - “Belle”
August 5th - “Cinderella”
August 12th - “Tinkerbell”
August 19th - “Elsa”
August 26th - “Moana”