{"id":171153,"date":"2024-08-28T13:51:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T17:51:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=171153"},"modified":"2024-08-28T13:51:40","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T17:51:40","slug":"gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-nj-closure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-nj-closure\/","title":{"rendered":"Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier Closing in October After 94 Years in Ocean City"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-800x533.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"gillians wonderland pier ocean city closure\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-263x175.jpg 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">news<\/div><p>Gillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier \u2014 an amusement park full of rides and arcade games on the Ocean City, New Jersey boardwalk \u2014 will close at the end of the 2024 season. Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier, which has been operating since 1929, is a summertime staple and tradition for generations of families <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/quiet-beaches-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">visiting the Jersey Shore<\/a>. The beloved park, known for its nostalgic charm and iconic Ferris wheel, caters to both young children and adults. The decision to close the pier is not just a business decision but a deeply emotional one for the Gillian family and the local community. <strong>Read on for what we know about the closure of Gillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier in Ocean City, New Jersey.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-171162\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"gillians wonderland pier ocean city closure\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/08\/gillians-wonderland-pier-ocean-city-closure-2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The Announcement<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On August 9th, 2024, Jay Gillian, owner of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gillians.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, announced the business&#8217; closure on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/photo\/?fbid=902259228612658&amp;set=a.559772806194637\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and on its <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gillians.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">official website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAfter 47 incredible years working on the Ocean City Boardwalk, I have little choice but to retire and close Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier and 6th Street Pizza and Grill, embarking on a new chapter in my life,\u201d Jay wrote. \u201cThe memories I&#8217;ve made with my family and the joy of meeting so many wonderful team members and guests will always hold a special place in my heart.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-boardwalks-jersey-shore-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Guide to the Jersey Shore\u2019s Best Boardwalks<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite its enduring popularity, Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier has faced increasing challenges over the years, including financial pressures, the impact of severe weather events, and the changing dynamics of the amusement industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI tried my best to sustain Wonderland for as long as possible &#8211; through increasingly difficult challenges each year. But it&#8217;s no longer a viable business,\u201d Jay explained in the post. \u201cWe will terminate our multi-year lease in a couple months. Wonderland and 6th Street Pizza will remain open through Indian Summer Weekend to give everybody plenty of time to use up their tickets.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The History of Gillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier has a rich history that spans nearly a century, making it a cherished landmark in the family-friendly <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/jersey-shore-beaches-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">seaside town<\/a> of Ocean City, New Jersey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Established in 1929 by David Gillian, Wonderland was a significant addition to the Ocean City Boardwalk, which, at the time, was just becoming a Jersey Shore hotspot and a central hub of leisure and entertainment. Over the years the Gillian family adapted to trends and modernization, consistently adding new rides and attractions. The park has always been famous for its iconic Giant Wheel, which provides riders <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-ocean-view-resturants-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean<\/a> and the surrounding coastline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amusement park had run into trouble in recent years. The COVID-19 pandemic and related closures, which lasted all of the 2020 summer season at the Jersey Shore, hit the pier hard. Wonderland also made headlines in 2021 when Jay defaulted on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nj.com\/news\/2021\/01\/ocean-city-boardwalk-pier-forced-into-auction-over-8m-debt-mayor-who-owns-it-vows-to-stay-in-business.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8 million in loans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jay Gillian\u2019s father, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/philadelphia\/news\/roy-gillian-ocean-city-new-jersey-wonderland-pier-obituary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roy Gillian<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the former Ocean City Mayor, died on August 17th, 2024 at the age of 94 \u2014 just a week after the announcement of the pier\u2019s closure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s Next for Gillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier + the Ocean City Boardwalk<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the future of the pier&#8217;s site remains uncertain, the memories of Gillian&#8217;s Wonderland Pier will continue to hold a special place in the hearts of those who experienced its seasonal magic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themontclairgirl.com\/free-new-jersey-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Jersey Beaches That Don\u2019t Have an Admission Fee<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe property itself is no longer mine, so I can&#8217;t speak to its future. But I&#8217;ll always have a lifetime of priceless memories, and I hope you will too,\u201d Jay shared on Facebook. \u201cThank you for all the amazing years and for being such an important part of our journey.\u201d Like his late father, Jay Gillian is also the Mayor of Ocean City, currently serving his fourth term.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier will be open through October 12th, 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Follow @thejerseyshoregirl_ on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejerseyshoregirl_\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a> for more Jersey Shore news + happenings.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/events-news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-120164\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8-800x267.jpg\" alt=\"read more button\" width=\"450\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8-800x267.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8-768x256.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8-1536x512.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/02\/8.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>newsGillian\u2019s Wonderland Pier \u2014 an amusement park full of rides and arcade games on the Ocean City, New Jersey boardwalk \u2014 will&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":386,"featured_media":171163,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[8833,8834,9479,7997,9660,9657,9640],"tags":[9698,9673,9702,9707],"class_list":["post-171153","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-culture","category-entertainment","category-local-events-news","category-lifestyle","category-news","category-ocean-city","category-jersey-shore-towns","tag-entertainment","tag-jersey-shore","tag-lifestyle","tag-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - 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