Wonderland Park Celebrates 75 Years With New Owners and Big Hiring Event

Wonderland Park has been a part of Amarillo's memories for the last 75 years. For those who grew up here or now live here, Wonderland Park is a part of your life.  Generations of families have had fun at Amarillo's amusement park. From riding the Texas Tornado and braving the Fantastic Journey to having the guts to stick your hand into a pig's mouth to throw away your trash, Wonderland Park has left lasting memories.

Wonderland Park 75th Anniversary Milestone

Many of those memories may include being employed by the park. Many have enjoyed working at Wonderland Park during the spring and summer as teens or young adults.

That's not changing for 2026. Big changes are coming to Wonderland Park, including new ownership, but those iconic, fun jobs will still be available.

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Wonderland Park is hosting a job fair looking for hardworking young adults to come and work at the park during the 2026 season.

The event will take place on Saturday, March 7, from 1:30 - 4:30 pm at Wonderland Park at the Northwest Entrance by the Mouse Trap. They will host on-site interviews and are hiring anyone 16 years and older.

How to Prepare for the Wonderland Park Job Fair

• Apply online here before you go
• Bring your ID, Social Security card, birth certificate, and School ID with you
• Come with a great attitude and be eager to work

Being prepared will speed up the hiring process.

Who Should Apply for Wonderland Park Jobs

If you're a teen, college student, or a teacher looking for seasonal work or summer income, working at Wonderland Park would be perfect.

Perks and Benefits of Working at Wonderland Park

• Ride the rides for free
• ​Receive WOW Ride Passes at discounted rates for family members
• ​Enjoy discounts on in-park food
• ​Receive complimentary WOW Passes every 30 days you work
• ​Obtain great people skills for leadership, marketing, and management careers

Excitement Under New Ownership

This year marks 75 years of Wonderland Park in Amarillo. With new ownership, expect updates, improvements, and renewed energy. That means bigger crowds, more excitement, and a chance for you to be part of this next adventure.