Funland is a small, family-run amusement park at the foot of Delaware Avenue, steps from the boardwalk, and it is the single most beloved attraction for children in Rehoboth Beach. Its appeal is its scale and its simplicity. There are no thrill rides that demand a height-record, just a mix of classic rides, a bumper car pavilion, a haunted house, a carousel-style children's section and a large arcade of skill games that pay out tickets for prizes. The park runs on tickets rather than wristbands, so a family can spend a modest amount on rides or a lot, and the staff is mostly teenagers working a seasonal job.
What makes it memorable is the pace. Grandparents who rode here as children bring grandchildren, and the same operators have maintained the park for decades. Rides include the kiddie classics, a swing ride and a small roller coaster style attraction aimed at younger riders, alongside a chance to win stuffed animals and candy at the game stalls. Because everything is clustered around one boardwalk block, you can park a chair on a bench, watch from outside the fence, and still keep an eye on the whole park.
Planning
Funland opens in the warm months, with the longest hours in summer and weekends-only operation at the edges of the season. Check current hours on the park's own site, because opening dates move with the weather and the school calendar. Bring some cash for the ticket booths and games, expect lines on hot afternoons and rainy days when everyone abandons the beach, and consider going early in the day or after dinner when the lights come on and the heat eases.
Who it suits
Toddlers and school-age children love the gentle rides, teens like the arcade and the bumper cars, and adults enjoy the nostalgia. Thrill-seekers will find the park mild, and for roller coaster fans a drive to a larger park is the better plan. Accessibility is reasonable because the park is flat and open, though some rides have height and age requirements and may not suit every mobility need, so ask staff at the gate.
Make it a boardwalk evening. Eat fries or pizza first, spend an hour on rides, finish with ice cream or custard and walk to the sand to watch the dark Atlantic. If you are visiting with a group, give each child a fixed ticket budget so everyone can choose their own favorite rides and games. Rain checks are not usually offered, so look at the forecast, and if lightning appears the park will close until it clears. It is easy, nostalgic and one of the most affordable evenings out on the Delaware shore.
Some practical extras
The games range from skee-style rolling games to claw machines and basketball shots, and prizes scale with ticket count, so older children who save their tickets can aim for something bigger on the last night of a trip. The nearby boardwalk benches and shaded pavilions give parents a place to wait, and the restrooms on the boardwalk are close. If you are visiting with a mixed-age group, divide the time so toddlers ride first and teenagers get a longer stretch in the arcade after.
What to expect
The experience
A compact boardwalk amusement park with a ticket system, kiddie rides, bumper cars, a haunted house and a big arcade.
Best time
Summer evenings for the lights, mornings for shorter lines; seasonal opening.
How long
One to three hours depending on the ticket budget.
Tips
Bring cash for tickets and games, check the seasonal hours, and set a ticket limit for each child.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Families with children under twelve, arcade fans and nostalgia seekers.
- Families
- Gentle rides and an arcade make it one of the easiest family evenings on the shore.
- Couples
- A fun, low-key boardwalk date with games and ice cream.
- Pair with
- The boardwalk, the beach and Thrasher's fries.
- Time needed
- Two hours on average.
Good questions
Is Funland open all year?+
No. It operates seasonally, with longest hours in summer and limited days in spring and fall. Check the park's hours before you go.
How do tickets work?+
Rides and games use a ticket system, so you buy tickets at booths and spend them as you choose.
Is Funland good for toddlers?+
Yes. There is a dedicated area of gentle rides for younger children.
Is there an entrance fee?+
Typically not; you pay for rides and games with tickets. Check the current policy.
Can I bring a stroller?+
Strollers are generally fine on the boardwalk but check at the gate for ride-specific limits.