If you grew up in Buffalo, chances are this park was a summer staple. And although it has certainly changed with the times, the magical feeling you get when you enter the gates is just as it always has been. Except now it’s even better! This theme park near Buffalo will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale.

Once upon a time, a Western New York classic got even better with the addition of a Fairy Tale Forest.

Fantasy Island - Facebook Fantasy Island (known to most Buffalonians as “Martin’s Fantasy Island”) has been synonymous with summer fun since 1961.

You can find all the “Fun, Wow!” your heart can handle at 2400 Grand Island Blvd., Grand Island, NY 14072.

This magical new attraction is wowing visitors both young and old with its fairytale-like rides and sights.

Fantasy Island - Facebook You’ll feel like you stepped directly into your favorite fairytale as soon as you enter the Fairy Tale Forest.

Make friends with the magical talking tree, take a ride on Alice in Wonderland-esque teacups, and more.

Fantasy Island - Facebook There’s something exciting and intriguing around every corner!

You can even get up close and personal with real-life princes and princesses!

Fantasy Island - Facebook True to Fantasy Island’s roots, the Fairy Tale Forest features live performances by employees. (Spoiler alert: they all live happily ever after!)

Fantasy Island still features your tried and true favorites.

Fantasy Island - Facebook The park is better than ever with the same classic rides you love along with some exciting new additions.

Every great trip to Fantasy Island starts with a ride on the Crazy Mouse!

Fantasy Island - Facebook All those who had their first roller coaster experience on this colorful coaster, say “I!” (Raises hand.)

And we can’t forget the Wild West shootouts!

Fantasy Island - Facebook We know we can’t be the only ones who watched in awe as “real life” cowboys went head-to-head in the western town within Fantasy Island. And yes… you can still catch these shows on the regular at the theme park.

What’s a summer day at the park without a little waterslide action?

Fantasy Island - Facebook Last but not least, Fantasy Island recently unveiled a giant waterslide that will let you splash into summer in the best possible way! With so many great attractions to check out, this theme park is a childhood fairytale dream come true.

When’s the last time you went to Fantasy Island? If you add it to your summer itinerary, be sure to let us know! Share your favorite memories of this classic park with us in the comments below!

Fantasy Island - Facebook

Fantasy Island (known to most Buffalonians as “Martin’s Fantasy Island”) has been synonymous with summer fun since 1961.

You can find all the “Fun, Wow!” your heart can handle at 2400 Grand Island Blvd., Grand Island, NY 14072.

You’ll feel like you stepped directly into your favorite fairytale as soon as you enter the Fairy Tale Forest.

There’s something exciting and intriguing around every corner!

True to Fantasy Island’s roots, the Fairy Tale Forest features live performances by employees. (Spoiler alert: they all live happily ever after!)

The park is better than ever with the same classic rides you love along with some exciting new additions.

All those who had their first roller coaster experience on this colorful coaster, say “I!” (Raises hand.)

We know we can’t be the only ones who watched in awe as “real life” cowboys went head-to-head in the western town within Fantasy Island. And yes… you can still catch these shows on the regular at the theme park.

Last but not least, Fantasy Island recently unveiled a giant waterslide that will let you splash into summer in the best possible way! With so many great attractions to check out, this theme park is a childhood fairytale dream come true.

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