Coney Island's Astroland blasted off for parts unknown in 2008 after the amusement park lost its lease. As part of New York City's recent deal to redevelop the Brooklyn seaside mecca, Italian amusement ride manufacturer Zamperla will develop and operate a new park on Astroland's former site. Its name should bring a smile to fans of Coney Island, amusement parks, and Americana: Luna Park. According to Amusing the Zillion, Zamperla plans to open the park this Memorial Day. Making a tight schedule even tighter, the new operator won't have access to the site until April 15. While no details have been released, the park will likely consist of off-the-shelf, portable, carnival-type rides (at least for the first season), which is one of Zamperla's specialties.
Luna Park, which amused the millions at Coney Island starting in 1903, was one of the most celebrated attractions of its day and inspired a number of imitators around the world. While the original park closed in 1944, many namesake parks are still in operation including locations in Australia and Italy. It's doubtful that the modern-day Luna will duplicate the grandeur of the classic park. Still, it's great that the new park will invoke the name, if not the spirit, of a vital chapter from Coney Island's colorful past.
So what will happen to Astroland’s rides, sign, and other stuff?
Thanks for writing Kris. Astroland is already gone. The park closed at the end of the 2008 season, and all remnants of it were removed.
-Arthur
What will Astroland’s owners do with its rides and sign?
There has been speculation that Astroland may relocate to another spot at Coney Island.
-Arthur
some of her rides is up for sale.
wat about other ride?
http://www.italintl.com/Astroland-Park-Amusement-Rides.php