Fun Spot America Atlanta, a fixture in Fayetteville since 1990, will permanently close on August 2, 2026. The park will honor season passes and gift cards until its final day, with operations continuing as usual until then. Orlando and Kissimmee locations remain open.
Fun Spot America Atlanta, a landmark for generations of families in Fayetteville, Georgia, will close its doors for good on August 2, 2026. The announcement, confirmed by the company this week, marks the end of a 36-year run for one of the Atlanta area’s most recognizable amusement parks.
Originally opened in 1990 as Dixieland Fun Park, the site steadily expanded its attractions and became a staple for local entertainment. In 2017, it was acquired by Fun Spot America, a Florida-based chain, which invested in new rides and, in 2023, introduced the steel roller coaster ArieForce One—quickly drawing attention from coaster enthusiasts across the region.
The company has not disclosed specific reasons for the closure. CEO John Arie Jr. described the decision as “extremely difficult,” expressing gratitude to the Atlanta team and the Fayetteville community for their longstanding support. Fun Spot America Atlanta will continue to operate on its regular schedule, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., until its final day. Management has also committed to working closely with staff during the transition, providing resources and support as the park winds down operations.
What Visitors Need to Know
Season passes and gift cards will remain valid at the Atlanta park through August 2, 2026. After that date, guests can use them at Fun Spot America’s other locations in Orlando and Kissimmee, Florida. The company has assured customers with group bookings, school trips, or events scheduled beyond the closing date that they will be contacted directly to resolve outstanding commitments.
Among the park’s most popular features are its roller coasters, go-kart tracks, and a bungee jump tower introduced in 1992—billed as the only legal installation of its kind in Georgia. The fate of signature attractions, including ArieForce One, remains uncertain, as Fun Spot America has not yet revealed plans for the site or its rides after closure.
Orlando and Kissimmee Remain Open
The closure affects only the Fayetteville location. Fun Spot America’s parks in Orlando and Kissimmee will continue to operate as usual, according to the company’s statement. For families seeking alternative destinations, Spain’s growing leisure sector offers new options, such as the recently opened amusement park on the Costa Noroeste de Cádiz, which has quickly become a highlight in southern Spain.
Fun Spot America Atlanta’s departure underscores a shifting landscape for regional amusement parks, as changing entertainment habits and economic pressures reshape the industry. For those interested in how family resorts are evolving elsewhere, the story of Alannia Costa Blanca’s transformation into a year-round destination in Alicante offers a glimpse into new trends in family leisure experiences: see how Spain’s top family resorts are adapting.
As the countdown to August 2026 begins, Fun Spot America Atlanta’s legacy will be measured in the memories of the thousands of families who passed through its gates over nearly four decades. The company’s next steps for the property and its attractions remain to be seen, but for many in Georgia, the park’s closure marks the end of an era.
