Starting September 24, Atlanta’s Pullman Yards will host an art exhibit that’s unlike anything you’ve seen in a museum or gallery. “Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy” is a collection of fanciful carnival rides made by some of the world’s most famous artists, including Salvador Dalí, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Keith Haring. 

Set in a cavernous space inside Pullman Yards, visitors will be able to wander through the “world’s first art amusement park” at their own pace. Pieces include a glass labyrinth by Roy Lichtenstein, a Ferris wheel by Basquiat, a forest-like pavilion by David Hockney, and other quirky attractions. A soundtrack by artists including André 3000 and David Byrne adds to Luna Luna’s immersive feel. Every one-of-a-kind piece is full scale and operational, although you can’t ride them—these are priceless works of art, after all. 

What Is Luna Luna?

In 1987, Austrian artist and impresario André Heller debuted Luna Luna in Hamburg, Germany. His intention to take the collection on a world tour never came to fruition, and the pieces remained in storage and unseen for decades. That changed in 2022, when DreamCrew, a multimedia company founded by rap star Aubrey Drake Graham and Adel “Future” Nur, along with their partners, acquired Luna Luna. Now, the entire carnival has been carefully restored and reassembled to share with the world. After New York and Los Angeles, the exhibit will now make a stop in Atlanta this fall. 

How Much Are Tickets?

Tickets are now on sale through November. General admission (starting at $40 for adults and $25 for kids) and family passes (weekdays start at $97 and weekend at $120) offer timed entries. The Moon Pass (starting at $60 for adults and $25 for kids) allows visitors to view Luna Luna at any time on the date of the ticket, as well as other perks like gift shop discounts. 

More Things To Do At Pullman Yards

Located in Kirkwood, Pullman Yards is a 27-acre site that has become a cultural center in the city. A former industrial area, it has been used in film productions including The Hunger Games and Fast & Furious and regularly hosts concerts, exhibits, and festivals. Here are a few things to do there after you’ve experienced Luna Luna. 

Check Out The Atlanta Art Fair

From September 25 to 28, Pullman Yards will host the second year of this annual event, which has more than 60 galleries of contemporary art by local, regional and international artists. You can also attend talks, performances, and presentations and take in a variety of installations and exhibits across the city. A one-day pass is $35 plus fees.

Hang Out In Rail Park

Pullman Yards has a large outdoor space with games like bocce ball and corn hole, plus pickleball courts and a rollerskating rink.

Grab A Bite To Eat

There are two on-site restaurants to choose from. Brick and Mortar has a menu with something for everyone—Thai dumplings, bulgogi beef tacos, hot dogs, burgers, and banana cream pie for dessert. It’s open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday, as well as brunch on the weekends. Peckish is inspired by chef Tamara Hewitt’s Jamaican roots with dishes like a Jerk Sweet Potato Rice Burger and Oxtail Empanadas, as well as creative desserts and high tea. It is open on weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. On Friday and Saturday evenings, Pullman Yards hosts its Chefs Markets, with more than 40 local vendors selling food, produce, and other items.