Luna Park

Located at the modern intersection of Berryessa Road and North 13th Street once stood the first theme park in San Jose's illustrious history. Luna Park was a vibrant entertainment hub built by San Jose trolley magnate Lewis Hanchett for $50,000 in 1910 who desired to attract more customers for his trolleys. The park combined baseball with carnival events such as merry-go-rounds, roller coasters and a Ferris Wheel.

Local teams such as the Prune Pickers and the spring training games that the Chicago White Sox played there once in a while only added to the entertainment. In 1920, the land was sold to an axle manufacturer and was parceled off.

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References

1. https://sanjosesportschronicle.com/san-jose-venues-and-stadiums/luna-park/

2. https://www.northside-sj.org/html/neighborhood/landmarks/lost-luna_park.html