Luna Park Sydney

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Luna Park Sydney is a historic amusement park at Milsons Point on Sydney Harbour. Opened on 4 October 1935, it’s one of Sydney’s best‑known landmarks and a symbol of the city’s culture and entertainment. The park sits on land owned by the Luna Park Reserve Trust and is operated by Oscars Group. It runs year‑round and currently features 23 attractions, including four roller coasters. The famous entrance face, flanked by Art Deco towers, is a longtime icon of the park.

A quick look at its history: Luna Park was built in 1935 after designers from other Luna Parks helped create a new version for Sydney. The Big Dipper roller coaster quickly became a highlight. During World War II, the park was a popular spot for soldiers and visitors. In 1979 a fire destroyed the Ghost Train, leading to a temporary closure and extensive rebuilding. The site was rebuilt and reopened in 1982 as Harbourside Amusement Park, and it faced further changes and closures in the following years. In the 1990s, the NSW Government created the Luna Park Reserve Trust to protect the site for amusement and public recreation, and the park reopened in 1995. After a major redevelopment in 2003–04, Luna Park reopened with new facilities, including the Big Top venue and a redesigned Crystal Palace.

Since then, Luna Park has continued to update and expand its offerings. Notable additions include Hair Raiser in 2013, Volaré in 2019, and new rides in 2021 such as Boomerang, Little Nipper, and the Big Dipper, which returned as a modern, single‑rail coaster. In 2024, the park’s lease was sold to Oscars Group, which continues to operate Luna Park Sydney.

The Cammeraygal people are the traditional custodians of the land around North Sydney and Milsons Point. Today, Luna Park remains a beloved family destination and a storied part of Sydney’s living history.