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180 Years of Thrills: Lake Compounce to Celebrate Historic 2026 Season

America’s First Amusement Park Unveils Ride Upgrades, New Event, and New Food & Beverage Offerings Ahead of Opening Day 180 years strong and Lake Compounce Amusement and Water Park is just getting started. 2026 brings a historic milestone for America’s First Amusement Park, as the park gears up to reopen the gates at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 9, with several park-wide upgrades. To celebrate the historic season, the park will gift the first 180 guests through the gates on Opening Day with a limited-edition