Fun at Storybook Gardens

For a day of adventure, check out this kids amusement park which brings nursery rhymes and fairytales to life. Our park experience includes access to the Jumping Pillow, Pirate’s Island, Hands in the Sand Play, Gnorbert’s Garden, Miniature Play Village and more fun.

Rides

Access to our amusement rides is available at an additional cost of one ticket per person, except for the Ferris wheel, which requires two tickets per person. For more information regarding general admission and ticket prices, please visit our general admission page.

Carousel

Ride the classic Storybook Carousel, fun for the whole family. Please note admission is not required for the carousel since it is located directly outside of Storybook Gardens grounds. Total capacity is 38 adults or 38 children. Height restrictions: must be at least 42” to ride alone. Children can also ride with an adult if they are able to sit upright in the seat.

Springbank Express Train

All aboard! The miniature train has operated in Springbank Park for more than 100 years. Please note the train is weather dependent. Please note admission is not required for the train since it is located directly outside of Storybook Gardens grounds. Height restrictions: must be at least 36” to ride alone. Children can also ride with an adult if they are able to sit upright in the seat.

Attractions
On the Riverbank Splash Pad

Come beat the heat!

For 2026, the splash pad opening date is scheduled for May 16, 2026.

Six change rooms are located right next to the splash pad. Family washrooms are also located in this area. Total capacity for the splash pad slide is 1 adult or 1 child. Height restrictions for the splash pad slide: must be at least 36” to ride. If you’re visiting the splash pad but don’t want to get wet yourself, there’s plenty of seating around the splash pad where you can take in all of the action. Tall sails located around the splash pad provide shade for comfort.

Valley Pavilion, Garden Pavilion and the Back Woods Pavilion

These pavilions can be rented to use for events including birthday parties and corporate events hosted at Storybook Gardens. Rent a pavilion.

Vintage Storybook Chapel

The Vintage Storybook Chapel is a nice spot to sit and have a moment of peace and quiet before moving on to the next activity. The chapel was built shortly after the park opened in 1958.

Frog King’s Leaping Lilypad

This giant pillow is suitable for everyone and provides a safe fitness activity for kids and adults without the hazards normally associated with trampolines, jumping castles and other traditional playground equipment.

Frog Pond Lookout

Look for wildlife in and around the frog pond from the lookout area. Watch for frogs and turtles, or watch the many giant carp as the swim about the pond. The pond is also often visited by blue herons looking for a snack! There are shaded seating areas by the edge of the pond.

Gnorbert’s Gardens

Come see what’s growing in Gnorbert’s Gardens! Garden programs and activities are offered daily at 10:45 a.m. all summer long, and you may even catch a glimpse of Gnorbert the Gnome!

Hands in the Sand

Hands In The Sand is a large sand and water play area located in the pool area between Gnorbert’s Garden and the Play Village. The area features almost 110 square metres of play area, 90 tons of quality play sand, two water sources, a variety of toys and loose parts for children to play with, a shaded seating area for parents, beautiful surrounding gardens, and a clean-up area, with a hose and soft brushes for sweeping loose sand from clothing.

London Bridge

This is the authentic London Bridge, London Ontario, that is! The bridge is scaled down for our young visitors, so duck your head when you cross it!

Net Play

Pretend you’re a pirate climbing the ship’s rigging as you make your way to the top of the giant net play climber!

Pedal Car Track

Race a pedal car around the track and go for the checkered flag! We have pedal cars for children and adults. We also have an accessible pedal car for guardians to ride with their child.

Pete’s Friend-Ship

Sail the high seas on Pete’s Friend-Ship – take the wheel, slide down the slides, or head below to see what’s kept in the hold.

Training Tower

Try out the two training towers and the various rope climbers, ladders, slides, and wooden bridges.

Rock Climbing Wall

Find some cracks and hand holds in the rock climbing wall and make your way up the surface to the very top! Once you’ve mastered the climb, choose a different route for added challenge, or try to make it all the way around the wall without touching the ground!

Skate Trail

Each winter, enjoy a magical holiday experience with our 250-metre skate trail, which loops around the park grounds. Admission is $5.70 (plus tax) for adults, $4.50 (plus tax) for children and free for children under 24 months old. Skate rentals are available for $7.90 plus tax per person. Helmets are required for children 5 and under.

Valley Village Playhouse

It takes a village to raise a child….it takes a child to raise a village. Located in the Play Village is a developing community of miniature play houses with intertwining roads to guide your child along the way, offering a great place for children to engage in pretend play.

Village Square Stage

You never know who will appear next on the Village Square Stage! Two outdoor stages provide the perfect setting for a variety of entertainment features throughout the summer including live musical performances, clowns, puppet shows, sing-a-longs, storytelling, and so much more! The Village Square Stage is a lively spot and fun for musicians, magicians, mascots and artists.
 

Tickets:

$0 – $10.70

Summer general admission is $10.70 per person — kids, grown‑ups, and everyone in between. Little ones under 24 months get in absolutely free.

Your admission unlocks a whole world of kid‑approved fun: bounce on the Jumping Pillow, dig into the Hands in the Sand play zone, explore Adventure Island, wander through Gnorbert’s Garden, and play pretend in the Miniature Village. And when the weather warms up, the On the Riverbank Splash Pad returns — opening Saturday, May 16 for the 2026 season.

Heads‑up: ride tickets aren’t included with admission, but you can easily grab them when you arrive. Our Carousel and Train will operate daily (weather permitting) And yes — your picnic baskets, snack packs, and favourite homemade goodies are absolutely welcome inside the park.

And that’s not all — your visit also includes our signature programming: character meet‑and‑greets, lively stage shows, dance parties, storytelling sessions, garden happenings, and plenty more surprises.

Check out our calendar to see what’s coming up next and start planning your perfect day.

In addition, parkgoers will have access to our signature programming, including character meet-and-greets, stage shows, dance parties, storytelling, garden events and more! Check out our calendar for a list of upcoming events. Our signature programming begins during the Victoria Day long weekend and ends during the Labour Day long weekend, but we also offer annual signature events throughout the summer, spring, fall and winter .

Pre-registration is encouraged. Please visit Play Your Way online to pre-register before spaces fill up.

How to get tickets?

Access to the registration is available through PLAY YOUR WAY online, 519-661-5575 and at Citi Plaza.

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Date & Time:

Daily | Hours vary