Mar. 31, 2025 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil The People’s Playground is officially open. Luna Park in Coney Island welcomed guests back for the 2025 season with a festive two-day celebration over the weekend. The park opened its gates at 11 a.m. on Saturday, drawing thrill-seekers and families alike. A centerpiece of the opening day…
Jun. 24, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen & Erica Price
Scores of colorful mermaids and sea creatures braved scorching heat and a summer storm on Saturday for the 42nd annual Coney Island Mermaid Parade.
Jun. 13, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen & Gabriele Holtermann
The sun is out, the temperatures are rising, and Brooklyn’s beaches are beckoning. Brooklyn’s southern shores are home to four main beaches: Coney Island Beach, Manhattan Beach, Brighton Beach and Plumb Beach.
May. 31, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller & Brooklyn Paper staff
With summer right around the corner, Mayor Eric Adams announced Thursday new preparations that aim to keep New Yorkers safe from and informed about intense heat, poor air quality and other extreme weather that may befall the city this season.
May. 24, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil
The anticipation of summer baseball is mounting, and the Brooklyn Cyclones have crafted a schedule of seasonal fun that promises thrills and entertainment for fans of all ages.
May. 23, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil
Picture it. It’s summertime, and the smell of sausage and peppers sizzles through the air from a mobile food truck. The sound of live music can be heard from block-to-block, and you’re deciding between a sweet corn arepa or a paper bag full of deep fried sandwich cookies.
May. 23, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Photoville, New York City’s massive celebration of photography and art, is coming back to Brooklyn Bridge Park for a two-week run starting on June 1.
May. 23, 2024 By Adam Daly
As the temperatures rise and the cost of living continues to squeeze budgets, finding ways to enjoy the summer in the city without breaking the bank is essential.
May. 22, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Memorial Day is nearly here, and come summertime, there’s nothing better than heading to the movie theater to take in all the new blockbusters or revisiting your favorite summertime flicks, whether that’s “Dirty Dancing” or “Jaws.”
Jul. 24, 2023 By Jada Camille
Thousands of Bay Ridge residents gathered on Third Avenue on July 21 for the first weekend of the annual Summer Stroll along the neighborhood’s thriving commercial corridor.