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The Mermaid Parade
Saturday, June 22nd at 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us for The Mermaid Parade, the nation’s largest art parade, and one of New York City’s greatest summer events!
King Neptune – Joe Coleman
Queen Mermaid – Whitney Ward
Learn about the Mermaid Parade, Becoming a judge, Marching in the Parade!
Make sure to stop by Coney Island USA’s headquarters before and after the parade to see the famous Coney Island Circus Sideshow, and grab a beer at the Freak Bar.
Extended Parade Day hours TBD
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Parade Route
The Parade starts at 1pm, rain or shine, on West 21st and Surf Avenue. It rolls east to West 10th Street, where the marchers and push-pull floats proceed to the Boardwalk and continue their march to Steeplechase Plaza, under the Parachute Jump, where the Parade will disband.
After the parade, usually around 5pm, there’s a procession led from the Judge’s stands at 19th Street and Surf Avenue, through Maimonides Park Parking lot, to the beach. Marchers and spectators are welcome to join. Marchers can join the procession from the end of the parade route under the Parachute Jump. On the beach, the official beach ceremony will take place, and the ocean will be opened for the summer swimming season.