Century-old New Jersey amusement park to close after 119 years

Clementon Park and Splash World, a fixture of New Jersey's entertainment landscape for 119 years, will cease operations after the 2026 season concludes, the park announced on September 9. The decision marks the end of a historic venue that has served generations of visitors seeking amusement and water-based recreation.

IB Parks & Entertainment, the current proprietor of the facility, has listed the property for sale in hopes of finding a buyer willing to take over operations or preserve the park's legacy in some form. However, the company did not publicly disclose specific reasons behind the closure decision, leaving industry observers to speculate about financial, operational, or strategic factors contributing to the announcement.

The park's final operating season will provide current staff and regular visitors with an opportunity to bid farewell to the venue. The sale of the property could potentially lead to redevelopment, conversion to alternative uses, or acquisition by another operator interested in continuing the amusement park business. The outcome will depend on market conditions and the interest of prospective buyers in the coming months.