Oakland's Fairyland in financial trouble, unsure of reopening amid coronavirus pandemic

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Sunday, July 12, 2020
Oakland's Fairyland in financial trouble amid coronavirus pandemic
In the East Bay, Oakland's historic Fairyland is in financial trouble due to the coronavirus pandemic. The park's executive director tells SF Gate they've now run out of money from a Paycheck Protection Program loan.

OAKLAND, Calif. (KGO) -- In the East Bay, Oakland's historic Fairyland is in financial trouble due to the novel coronavirus pandemic

The iconic amusement park closed its doors in March due to the shelter-in-place orders.

The park's executive director tells SFGate they've now run out of money from a Paycheck Protection Program loan.

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Now the park is unsure when or how it will reopen.

They have been hosting a small camp in recent weeks, but visitors still aren't allowed.

On Fairyland's website, you can make donations here.

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