Presented by The Shed and Luna Luna
About this program
“The art event of the year.”
—The Independent
The critics on Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy (Los Angeles):
“The spectacle alone is an attraction, and visitors can enter pavilions by Hockney and Salvador Dalí or get married at André Heller’s ‘Wedding Chapel’.”
—The New York Times
“Seeing them up close and in action is a ride unto itself.”
—The Hollywood Reporter
“A colorful jubilee of larger-than-life installations.”
—Time Out
Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy invites visitors into a colorful, riotous fun house of carnival attractions by visionary artists of the 20th century, including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Sonia Delaunay, Keith Haring, David Hockney, Roy Lichtenstein, and more.
The brainchild of artist André Heller, Luna Luna first opened in 1987 in Hamburg, Germany, as a spectacular fairground. And then, by a twist of fate, the park’s treasures were forgotten in storage in Texas for 36 years. With a blockbuster showing in Los Angeles in December 2023, Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy resurrected these artworks, to audiences’ delight.
Now, the showcase arrives at The Shed, creating a can’t-be-missed event in NYC. The Shed’s presentation—installed in the soaring, iconic McCourt space and Level 2 Gallery—will include special performances and concert events. Featured artists include Jean-Michel Basquiat, Arik Brauer, Salvador Dalí, Sonia Delaunay, Monika GilSing, Keith Haring, André Heller, David Hockney, Roy Lichtenstein, and Kenny Scharf.
With your admission to Luna Luna, enjoy access to the Butterfly Bar in The Overlook on Level 4—a perfect vantage point with panoramic views of Luna Luna in The Shed’s epic McCourt space. The Butterfly Bar is exclusive to Luna Luna guests and features a menu of delightful fare and beverages celebrating the spirit of Luna Luna.
Plan Your Visit
General Admission
- Adult starts at $44, plus additional fees.
- Child (ages 3 – 16) starts at $35, plus additional fees.
Moon Pass
Elevate your Luna Luna experience with a Moon Pass. Starts at $94, plus additional fees.
Moon Pass holders receive:
- Expedited entry to Luna Luna upon arrival within their time slot
- No lines for immersive installations
- Dedicated Moon Pass lines for merchandise purchases
- Discounts on concessions
- 10% off in-store merchandise purchases, excluding archival merchandise
- Exclusive souvenir Moon Pass badge and lanyard
Super Moon Pass
Busy schedule? Shoot for the stars with a Super Moon Pass. Starts at $241, plus additional fees.
Super Moon Pass holders receive:
- Immediate entry at any time during Luna Luna’s regular opening hours on their selected date
- All Moon Pass benefits listed above
Concierge Services and Group Ticketing
To learn more about private events, tours with the curator, and additional VIP services, please email concierge@lunaluna.com.
For group ticketing, please call (212) 757-9117.
Accessibility
Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy is ADA accessible. Please be advised, however, that there are steps to enter the Dalí, Hockney, and Lichtenstein pavilions. This experience also features uneven surfaces, low visibility, narrow pathways, and lighting and sound effects. To discuss access needs, or if you have specific questions about accessibility, please email accessibility@theshed.org or call (646) 455-3494.
Location and dates
Tuesday – Thursday, 12 – 8 pm
Friday, 12 – 9 pm
Saturday, 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday, 10 am – 8 pm
Closed Monday
The Shed is located at 545 West 30th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues. View The Shed on a map.
For information about accessibility and arriving at The Shed, visit our Accessibility page.
Details
- The average time to experience Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy is 75 minutes.
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Luna Luna utilizes lighting and sound effects. Visitors may also choose to enter several artworks from 1987, which include uneven surfaces, low visibility, and narrow pathways. Learn more.
- Strollers are not permitted in Luna Luna.
- Please note Kenny Scharf’s painted chair swing ride, Keith Haring’s carousel, Arik Brauer’s carousel, and Jean-Michel Basquiat’s Ferris wheel are for viewing only. As you wander through the immersive experience, you can tie the knot in André Heller’s enchanting Wedding Chapel or explore pavilions by iconic artists like David Hockney, Roy Lichtenstein, and Salvador Dalí.
Accessibility
Seating
The Shed is wheelchair accessible. The McCourt and Level 2 Gallery will include benches and accessible seating options. Please contact us in advance to discuss your needs and available options by emailing accessibility@theshed.org or calling (646) 455-3494.
Purchasing Tickets
The Shed’s online ticketing system includes the option to submit accommodation requests beyond the access points detailed here.
Contact Us
For questions or other requests, visit the Accessibility page, email accessibility@theshed.org, or call (646) 455-3494.
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Thank you to our partners
The creation of new work at The Shed is generously supported by the Lizzie and Jonathan Tisch Commissioning Fund and the Shed Commissioners.
Generous support for projects at the vanguard of creative practice, including Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy, is provided by the Ajay and Ritu Banga Artistic Innovation Fund.
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