originally posted on 10/25/2022 1:59:00 PM
David and Kristi Dean, owners of Joyland Park in Lubbock, Texas, have announced that the family-owned traditional amusement park will stay open thanks to two local business couples stepping up to make sure the fun continues.
Jim and Kai Evans and Darryl and Stephanie Holland, both of Lubbock, have agreed in principle to acquire the park. The park plans to reopen for its 51st season in early March 2023, with the Dean family to continue to be a part of business to help ensure a smooth transition. No details on the park sale or on the terms of the lease were disclosed.
The park had been recently listed in amusement publications for an October 27, 2022 auction with Norton Auctioneers of Michigan. The auction was canceled in early October to keep the park together.
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