Carousel of Light

This beautiful hand-carved carousel was created by Falmouth artist Lance Shinkle in the early 1990s. Joyous music fills the air as the horses go 'round.

A beloved fixture of Falmouth Village, the carousel has delighted local residents and visitors to Falmouth since 2013. One of the few remaining carousels of its kind in the United States, kids and adults alike flock to this Cape Cod institution every summer. Brightly colored hand-carved horses spin around the cheery red and white striped top. Take a ride on Patriot, Butterscotch or everyone's favorite, Pearl.

05/30/2024

🎠 Exciting Update from the Carousel of Light! 🎠

We're thrilled to share that a new cement platform has been completed at the Mullen Hall School grounds, where the carousel has been delighting visitors for the past 10 seasons. This is a significant step in getting the carousel up and running for the season and will allow us to keep it temporarily installed for the next few years, eliminating the need to take it up and down every year.

A huge thank you to Tom Murtha for organizing and coordinating this process! With this crucial step completed, we anticipate the carousel opening in just a few weeks. We can't wait to welcome you all back to enjoy the magic and joy of the Carousel of Light.

Stay tuned for the official opening date, and thank you for your continued support and excitement!

05/23/2024

🎠 Exciting News from the Carousel of Light! 🎠

We are thrilled to announce that the Carousel of Light will be opening soon! Our team is working hard to prepare for a fantastic season, and we can't wait to see everyone enjoying the magic of the carousel once again.

Stay tuned for the exact opening date, and thank you for your patience and support. We look forward to welcoming you all soon!

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Photos from Carousel of Light's post 02/06/2024
Photos from Carousel of Light's post 02/06/2024

Members of the Carousel of Light board of directors attended the opening for the Americana show at Highfield Hall featuring the Carousel Of Light horses. Highfield Hall is an amazing setting to see your favorite horses strutting their stuff in a glorious mansion alongside beautiful artwork.
Lance Shinkle, the artist who created these amazing horses was lauded for his magical carousel, which has become an icon in Falmouth.
The Americana exhibit runs from February 7 to May 12, 2024 at Highfield Hall.

Photos from Highfield Hall's post 01/25/2024
12/24/2023

As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves surrounded by the warm glow of gratitude for the incredible moments we've shared. From the sparkle of community events to the shining support of our wonderful friends and patrons, the Carousel of Light has truly been a beacon of joy.
This holiday season, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who has made the past year so special. Your enthusiasm, kindness, and presence have illuminated our journey, and we are incredibly grateful for the light you've brought into our lives.
As we embark on this new journey, we look forward to illuminating the path together and creating even more cherished memories. Thank you for being part of our community, and here's to a luminous holiday season and a brilliant New Year!

12/17/2023

Alert! Someone named Jonathon Farrow is contacting our friends list and offering to sell them clothing with the Carousel of Light logo. We have not authorized this. Please do not respond to this scam.

11/11/2023

Thank you for your service. From all of us at the Carousel of Light

Photos from Slater Park Carousel's post 09/22/2023

The potential in the Carousel Of Light!!

We are so happy for Slater Park Looff Carousel! Congratulations!! It's a beautiful Carousel located in Pawtucket RI... near to where Miss Beth grew up in North Attleboro. Whenever she "goes home", unfortunately it's not open. Her dear friends live right down the street from it and bring their granddaughter to it often. She loves it!!

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Photos from Carousel of Light's post 09/13/2023

Last lightbulb of 636 lightbulbs taken out for the season. Saying goodbye to the horses that make me so happy year after year. Happy end of a season my friends... I will miss you all... Rosebud, Pearl, Lancalot, Karamel, White Lightning, Fireworks, Scallop, Ralph, Misty, Dash, Sweet Caroline, Butterscotch, Shy Guy, Bucky, Patriot, Geoffrey, Poseidon, Christmas, Smiley, Cherokee, Bubbled, King Neptune and The Wave!!! Until we gallop again....

09/13/2023

Here's a fun time-lapse video of a 3-4 minute ride on the carousel in 25 seconds!

09/04/2023

A shout out to all of you! Thank You for a great summer at the Carousel! I will miss you all over the next 8 months! See you next year!
πŸ’™ Miss Beth πŸ’™

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 09/04/2023

Kasper had a great day at the Carousel Of Light! He celebrated with some Oreos and a ride to say goodbye! See you next year!

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 08/29/2023

If you'd love to have a painting by Lance Shinkle, the creator of the Carousel Of Light, just give him a call at 508-360-7300.

08/29/2023

Thank You To The English As A Second Language Camp At Mullen Hall For The Beautiful Thank You Sign!

08/29/2023

Thank you Laura, Nicole and B for the beautiful flowers left on my steps this morning! They are beautiful and mean sooo much!! - Beth

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 08/28/2023

August 28th
Come say goodbye to Brendon. After 6 seasons being with us, today is his last day. Brendon is headed to his last semester of college for a BA degree in the arts. We are so proud of the young man he has become, and tears of both joy for him and sadness for us will be flowing all day! Love you Brendon!!

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 08/28/2023

Come say goodbye to Brendon. Today is his last day after being with us for 6 years. We are sooo proud of him. He has one last year at UMass Dartmouth, Brendon will graduate with a BA in fine arts/graphic design and business.

08/27/2023

Alec and Mom are here selling Popcorn for Pack 41 Cub Scouts. Come on down to get some popcorn and take a ride on the Carousel!!

08/25/2023

Thank you to Otis and Fern for raising $44 at their Lemonade Stand and donating to the Carousel Of Light!! You Guys Rock!!

08/20/2023

Sunday August 20th
Due to unforeseen circumstances.
We are closed today. Sorry for any inconvenience!

08/17/2023

Song Credit: Let It Go.. Disney

08/15/2023

So Aimee, Henry, Brendon and Beth have decorated rocks. Can you guess who did which one?

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 08/08/2023

Beautiful Story Alert:
This past few weeks, a family had been bringing their daughter to the carousel almost every day. The last day of their vacation, they came and gave Miss Beth an envelope to give to Lance, the creator of the Carousel Of Light. Here are the pictures from that.... what a sweet card from that family! We were all choked up!!

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 08/02/2023

Back in November of 2021, Kevin and Beth were at Disney, in line for Pirates Of The Carribean. This family yelled across the line: Do you live on Cape Cod? Beth said yes. They then asked: Do you live in Falmouth? Beth said yes. Then they asked: Are you the Carousel Lady? Beth said YES!!! So pictures were taken. They just came back to the Carousel and here they all are!! (Minus Kevin who's at Blast From The Past working, and minus one daughter from the family) How cool!!!

07/31/2023

July 31st.... Miss Kathleen made an appearance today at the Carousel. We miss her here!! She worked many years with us!!!

07/29/2023

Hey Everyone... This Is Miss Beth. I was coming back to the Carousel and was at the Library Lawn and saw a gentleman dancing to our music. It was Great!! I Love My Job!!

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 07/25/2023

Two Sets Of Twins at The Carousel Of Light!! What a great moment! These girls are amazing! We know them all and they are from different towns and just happen to time it right!!

Photos from Carousel of Light's post 07/25/2023

Today is National Carousel Day. Our staff would like to thank you for all the times you have come to support us. We wish you all the best everyday. We feel that today and every day is National Carousel Day especially in the summertime. Drop on by to say hello we are open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Here's a fun time-lapse video of a 3-4 minute ride on the carousel in 25 seconds!
Song Credit:  Let It Go..  Disney
Just sing!!!
Today is the last day of our Summer Season. Tears will be shed I'm sure, so come on down and get your last rides in befo...
Come make your last Summer of 2022 memories at The Carousel Of Light!!  We are open today till 7pm. We will be open Labo...
Come on over and ride with us!
It's Raining Tacos!!! c/o Parry Gripp.

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139 Katharine Lee Bates Road
Falmouth, MA
02540

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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