Visitor Information
Visit us in our landmarked building at 1208 Surf Avenue, in the heart of South Brooklyn's amusement district!
Coney Island Circus Sideshow
The world-famous Coney Island Circus Sideshow is the only place in Coney Island where you can enjoy live family-friendly entertainment in an air-cooled theater. Our family-friendly shows feature classic sideshow acts and cirque feats presented by New York's finest and most talented sword swallowers, fire eaters, glass walkers aerial and variety artists.
The next chance to catch the Sideshow will be Memorial Day weekend when we open for the 2024 summer season!
Click here for the full Sideshow schedule
Admission
$15 adults
$12 children under 12
Coney Island Museum Combo ticket $18 adults and $15 kids*
FREE for Coney Island USA Members
*Museum Combo ticket is only available when the Museum is open
Tickets can be purchased in the Gift Shop or at our Surf Ave. entrance.
Advance tickets are available here for our opening weekend.
Coney Island Museum
The Coney Island Museum is the only accredited institution singularly dedicated to preserving and interpreting the unique history of the People’s Playground. It houses the world’s premier collection of Coney-related photographs, paintings, ephemera, amusement-related objects, and vintage signs on view to the public. Located on the 2nd floor, tickets are available at the Gift Shop.
Hours
The Coney Island Museum is closed until Spring
The Museum may be closed due to special events; please check our calendar for updates.
Admission
$5 for Adults
$3 for Seniors, Kids (under 12), and residents of Zip Code 11224
Free for Coney Island USA members.
Learn more about the Coney Island Museum on the Museum website
There are no online ticket sales; tickets are available for purchase at the Gift Shop
*The Museum is located on the second floor, and is not wheelchair-accessible at this time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Freak Bar
With its kitschy-cool vibe, vintage arcade games, jumping jukebox, and infamous Tchotchke Wall, it doesn’t get more “Coney Island” than this! You can also check out the pop-up exhibitions by local artists, and catch a glimpse of Coney Island USA’s mascot, Sideshow Cat!
Hours of the Freak Bar are dependent on the programming schedule -
The Freak Bar will open at 12pm on days the Coney Island Circus Sideshow is running.
Days where there is only evening programming, the Freak Bar will open at 6pm.
The Freak Bar closes at 8pm when there is no evening programming, and open late when there is evening programming.
Gift Shop
The Gift Shop, located on the first floor, offers a wide selection of Coney-themed tee shirts and apparel, jewelry, and gifts — including Museum merchandise and books of interest.
You’re guaranteed to find the perfect gift for your favorite Coney-fan (or yourself)!
Admission tickets for the Sideshow, Museum, and special events can be purchased in the Gift Shop. And don’t forget to ask about Coney Island USA memberships, also available at the Gift Shop.
The Gift Shop hours are the same as the Freak Bar hours.
Coney Island Pinball
Coney Island Pinball is back!
Current Pinball Line Up:
Old Coney Island! (1979, Game Plan)
Mystic (1980, Bally)
Silverball Mania (1980, Bally)
Evel Knievel (1977, Bally)
Cyclone (1988, Williams)
Comet (1985, Williams)
More Pinball Coming Soon:
Hurricane (1991, Williams)
Mr. & Mrs. Pacman (1982, Bally)
Baby Pacman (1982, Bally)
Circus (1980, Gottlieb)
All games are $0.50 per game.
Follow @coneyislandpinball on Facebook and Instagram to learn about any special pinball events!
Our Spaces
Sideshows by the Seashore Theater
Home to our world-famous Coney Island Circus Sideshow, Burlesque at the Beach, Film Programs, live music and much more!
Coney Island Museum
Visit the Coney Island Museum website to learn more.
Freak Bar
Learn more about the Freak Bar here.
Shooting Gallery Arts Annex
Coney Island USA's newest art space, located next door to our main building at 1214 Surf Avenue.
Inquire about renting these spaces here
Accessibility
The theater, Freak Bar, Freak Bar bathroom, and Shooting Gallery/ arts annex are wheelchair-accessible. The Coney Island Museum is located on the second floor and is not wheelchair-accessible at this time. Shows in the theater may include loud noises and flashing lights.
All of our bathrooms are gender-neutral.
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Coney Island is a seasonal destination. During the Spring and Summer season, you’ll find a wide variety of outdoor amusements, concerts, special events, and great food! Check out the Coney Island Fun Guide for information and listings of local events.
Transportation
Subway
Take the D, Q, N or F train to the Coney Island/ Stillwell Av station
Check mta.info for any planned service changes
Coney Island/ Stillwell Av is an ADA-accessible station.
Bus
B36 (Coney Island / Avenue U/Sheepshead Bay)
B64 (Coney Island / Bay Ridge)
B68 (Coney Island / Windsor Terrace)
B74 (Sea Gate / Coney Island)
B82 (Coney Island / Spring Creek)
Car
Take the Belt Parkway to exit 6. Head south on Cropsey Avenue to West 17th Street. MCU Park and the Parachute Jump will be in front of you on Surf Avenue.
Metered Parking is available along most streets. There are commercial parking lots on West 17th Street at Maimonides Park and West 12th Street between Mermaid and Surf, West 15th Street between the Boardwalk and Surf, and Neptune Avenue between West 12th and Stillwell Avenue.