Coney Island Mermaid Parade 2024 usually features around 3,000 mermaids and mermen, from all of the seven seas, in all kinds of creative costumes. Bring your good vibes, and don’t forget your camera. #mermaidparade
42nd Coney Island Mermaid Parade 2024
The 42nd Coney Island Mermaid Parade 2024 is in Coney Island, Brooklyn; on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 1pm. There is a post Parade opening of the beach ceremony on the beach north of the Coney Island Pier at 5pm FREE.
- Parade Registration for marchers is cash only on Surf Avenue, between 22nd & 21st St, from 10am-1pm on Parade Day.
- The Judges Grandstand is on Surf Avenue between 19th St & 17th St. You can be a judge and have a seat for $200 or more. coneyisland.com
- There is a Mermaid Parade street fair on Stillwell Ave.
- Much of Coney Island turns into a giant traffic jam on parade morning. Take the subway or bus, but if you must drive, go very early in the morning, or forgetaboutit.
The 2024 King Neptune is Joe Coleman. Queen Mermaid is Whitney Ward.
Parade Route
The Parade starts on Surf Avenue at 20th St, turns towards the beach at 10th St, and marches back up the boardwalk to the Coney Island Pier opposite Maimonides Park.
Coney Island Mermaid Parade
The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is a summer solstice or midsummer festival that was founded in 1983. It was inspired by the Coney Island Mardi Gras parades of the past. Highlights include King Neptune and Queen Mermaid.
Coney Island is famous for its carnival side shows. The Coney Island Mermaid Parade is famous for it’s mermaids and mermen in pasties, seashells, or paint. It’s playful, not naughty, but if near-toplessness might offend you or family members, there are many other things to do in Coney Island. There
The Boardwalk is a fantastic show all by itself. You’ll be amazed at the diversity and creativity of the Coney Islanders. By the end of the day, you’ll be tired from the sun, wind, and sea; but the vibe is so good that you might not want to leave.
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