What is the Mermaid Parade in New York?
What is the Mermaid Parade in New York?
The Mermaid Parade is the nation’s largest art parade, and one of New York City’s greatest summer events. It was created by CIUSA’s former Artistic Director, Dick Zigun, and is produced by Coney Island USA, the 501 (c)(3) not for profit arts organization located in the heart of Coney Island’s iconic amusement district.
What day is the Mermaid Parade in Coney Island?
The Mermaid Parade traditionally takes place on the Saturday closest to the summer solstice, June 21, regardless of weather.
Will there be a Mermaid Parade in Coney Island this year?
This year, watch for the milestone 40th annual Coney Island Mermaid parade to take place on Saturday, June 18, 2022 beginning at 1PM ET to help New York kick off a rollicking summer … at the beach!
What is the history of Mermaid Parade?
The Mermaid Parade was created in 1983 by Dick Zigun, known locally as the Mayor of Coney Island, who also founded the Coney Island Circus Sideshow. Each year, the parade crowns a King Neptune and a Mermaid Queen: past royalty includes David Byrne, Marty Markowitz, Queen Latifah, Lou Reed, and Laurie Anderson.
