When does Luna Park Coney Island open in 2026?

Luna Park Coney Island typically opens for the season on weekends starting in early April, then expands to daily operation from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. The park reverts to a weekends-only schedule in September and closes at the end of October.

When does Luna Park Coney Island close for the season?

Luna Park Coney Island typically closes for the season on the last weekend of October each year, with a Halloween weekend finale. Check the official park website for the exact 2026 closing date.

How much is a ride on the Coney Island Cyclone?

A single ride on the legendary 1927 Cyclone roller coaster is $15. A 4-hour unlimited wristband starts at $59 and a skip-the-line Cyclone pass starts at $39 through verified ticketing partners.

Is the Wonder Wheel inside Luna Park Coney Island?

No — the historic Deno's Wonder Wheel is in the adjacent Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park next door. Both parks share the Coney Island boardwalk and most visitors do both in the same day.

How do I get to Luna Park Coney Island from Manhattan?

Take the D, F, N or Q subway to Coney Island – Stillwell Avenue station. From Times Square it is around 45 minutes on the Q train, and the station is a 2 minute walk from the park entrance.

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Luna Park Coney Island — Your 2026 Season Guide

Luna Park Coney Island sits at the heart of one of America's most storied amusement districts. The original Luna Park opened on this site in 1903 as the most spectacular attraction of the early 20th century — a city of a million electric lights on Surf Avenue. The modern Luna Park reopened in 2010 on the historic site and has expanded every season since, now operating more than 30 rides, including the legendary 1927 Cyclone wooden roller coaster, the modern steel Thunderbolt, and dozens of family and thrill attractions.

This guide pulls together everything you need to plan a Coney Island day trip in 2026: exact season opening dates, current wristband and single-ride prices, the rides you can't miss, how to get to the park from Manhattan and Brooklyn by subway, and the best food and boardwalk attractions to combine with your visit — including Nathan's Famous, the Wonder Wheel, the New York Aquarium and the Coney Island beach itself.

2026 Opening Dates & Hours

April – May (weekends only): Sat–Sun, 12PM – 8PM
Memorial Day – Labor Day (peak summer): daily, 12PM – 10PM
Friday & Saturday in peak summer: 12PM – 12AM (midnight close)
September: weekends only, 12PM – 8PM
October (Halloween Harvest): Fri–Sun until end of October
Season closes: last weekend of October

Luna Park Coney Island Ticket Prices

Entry to Luna Park Coney Island itself is free — you only pay for the rides. You can buy individual ride credits or, for better value, an unlimited-rides wristband. Skip the lines on the Cyclone with a dedicated express pass booked online in advance.

4-Hour Unlimited Wristband: from $59 USD
Cyclone Single Ride: $15 USD
Cyclone Skip-The-Line Pass: from $39 USD
Thunderbolt Single Ride: $10 USD
Family of 4 wristband bundle: from $199 USD
Park entry (no rides): free

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Must-Ride Attractions

The Cyclone (1927): a National Historic Landmark — 85 feet tall, 60 mph, the most famous wooden roller coaster in the world.
Thunderbolt: a modern steel coaster with a 90° vertical drop, 65 mph top speed and three inversions.
Soarin' Eagle: a flying coaster where you ride lying face down.
Brooklyn Flyer: a 100 ft swing ride with sweeping views across the Atlantic.
Steeplechase: the modern revival of Coney Island's classic horseback racing coaster.
Tickler: a wild-mouse style spinning coaster.
Luna 360: the high-altitude pendulum thrill ride.
Kiddie Park: 12+ gentle rides for under 8s.

How to Get to Coney Island

Coney Island is one of the best-connected destinations in New York City. Four subway lines — the D, F, N and Q — all terminate at Coney Island – Stillwell Avenue, a two minute walk from Luna Park's Surf Avenue entrance.

From Times Square / Midtown: Q train, ~45 minutes.
From Downtown Manhattan: F train, ~50 minutes.
From Downtown Brooklyn: D train, ~35 minutes.
By car: Belt Parkway exit 7, paid lots around Surf Avenue.
By NYC Ferry: Rockaway route with seasonal stops near Coney Island.

Boardwalk Attractions Nearby

Make a full day of it on the Coney Island boardwalk: Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park next door (home of the 1920 Wonder Wheel), the New York Aquarium, the original Nathan's Famous Hot Dog stand on the corner of Surf and Stillwell, Maimonides Park to catch a Brooklyn Cyclones minor league baseball game, and three miles of Atlantic Ocean boardwalk and beach.

Planning a multi-park trip? See our all-parks ticket hub and our opening hours guide.

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