Become a Member!

Generosity from folks like you ensures that Coney Island USA can continue to bring you innovative Arts programming like the Coney Island Circus Sideshow, The Mermaid Parade, Burlesque at the Beach, The Coney Island Film Festival and the Coney Island Museum, for many years to come.

To honor our valued donors we created the Citizens of Coney Island USA, an exclusive membership program within the Coney Island USA community. As a citizen of Coney Island USA you can take pride in knowing you’re helping sustain not only our work in our spaces but also as an advocate for preservation and responsible development in the iconic neighborhood we call home. Coney Island USA is a 501(c) (3) not for profit organization. In accordance with IRS regulations, contributions are fully deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Mermaid Parade Judgeships start at the "Mermaid Parade Judge" Level. 

Senior and Student Memberships here.

Coney Island USA Member Benefits                     

Regular Joe/Good Time Gal ($35)

• Free Admission to the Sideshow all season long*
• Free admission to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 10% Off selected gift shop items

Do-gooder ($65)

• Free Admission to the Sideshow all season long*
• Free admission to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 10% Off selected gift shop items
• Choice of a special Coney Island gift (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)

Conjoined Contributor ($120)

• Free admission for two to Sideshow performances all season long*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 10% Off selected gift shop items
• Choice of two special Coney Island gifts (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)

Mermaid Parade Judge ($200)

• Free admission for two to Sideshow performances all season long*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 20% Off selected gift shop items
• Position as a Mermaid Parade Judge, a seat on the viewing stand, and an official Judge tee shirt
• Choice of a special Coney Island gift (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)
• Recognition on our website and in printed materials

Justice of the Beach ($300)

• Free admission for two to Sideshow performances all season long*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 20% Off selected gift shop items
• Position as a Mermaid Parade Judge, a seat on the viewing stand, and an official Judge tee shirt
• Exclusive invitations to preview select Coney Island Museum exhibits and events
• Choice of a special Coney Island gift (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)
• Recognition on our website and in printed materials

Neptune's Court ($500)

• Free admission for two to Sideshow performances all season long*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 20% Off selected gift shop items
• Two positions as a Mermaid Parade Judge, two seats on the viewing stand, and two official Judge tee shirts
• Choice of a special Coney Island gift (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)
• Recognition on our website and in printed materials

Impresario of Thrills and Chills ($1000)

• Exclusive invitations to preview Coney Island Museum exhibits and events
• Free admission for two to all Coney Island USA performances all season long*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum all season long
• 20% off selected gift shop items
• Two positions as a Mermaid Parade Judge, two seats on the viewing stand, and two official Judge tee shirts
• Choice of two special Coney Island gifts (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)
• Recognition on our website and in printed materials

Run Away With the Sideshow (Lifetime) ($100,000)

• Free admission for two to the Sideshow for life*
• Free admission for two to the Coney Island Museum for life
• Individualized lifetime membership card
• Plaque mounted at Coney Island USA, naming you a Lifetime Member
• 20% off selected gift shop items
• Two positions as a Mermaid Parade Judge, two seats on the viewing stand and two official Judge tee shirts for first year of membership
• Exclusive invitations to preview select Coney Island Museum exhibits and events
• Choice of two special Coney Island gifts (Tote Bag, Key Chain, Mug)
• Exclusive invitations to preview select Coney Island Museum exhibits.
• Recognition on our website and in printed materials

Discount Memberships for Seniors and Students ($20 Regular Joe)

*Sideshow Admission is not valid for Easter Sunday, Mermaid Parade, Fourth of July, or Labor Day.