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Where does the wedding take place?
Where does the wedding take place?
Our wedding takes place at the 45th Annual Coney Island Mermaid Parade. We will be marching in the parade to celebrate our nuptials starting at 1:00pm. Before the parade takes place, we will have a Pre Parade Brunch where we will meet at Surf Avenue and W 22nd Street from 11:00am-1:00pm. After the parade, we will have our reception on the beach at the Pat Auletta Steeplechase Pier at 3:30pm. We will be on the right side of the pier.
What time do I need to arrive to march in the parade?
What time do I need to arrive to march in the parade?
To march with us in the parade, you need to arrive at the Pre Parade Brunch (Surf Avenue and W22nd Street) before 1:00pm.
Where does the reception take place?
Where does the reception take place?
The reception takes place on the beach at the Pat Auletta Steeplechase Pier. We will be on the right side of the pier.
What kind of food will there be at the reception?
What kind of food will there be at the reception?
We will have fried chicken, fruit, caprese salad sandwiches (vegetarian), avocado and tomato sandwiches (vegan), and tamales (gluten free).
Will there be a place to store my bags?
Will there be a place to store my bags?
There will be minimal room on the float to store small bags, but please travel light. There will not be space for backpacks or large bags. If you are planning on swimming, we recommend wearing a swimsuit under your costume.
How do I RSVP?
How do I RSVP?
To march in the Mermaid Parade, Coney Island USA requires that all attendees register for a wristband. We will be using these wristbands as our RSVP. Wristbands are $40 each and can be purchased here.
To march in the Mermaid Parade, Coney Island USA requires that all attendees register for a wristband. We will be using these wristbands as our RSVP. Wristbands are $40 each and can be purchased here.
What is the +1 policy?
What is the +1 policy?
Any and all guests are allowed - the more the merrier! We just ask that if you plan to march in the parade, that you RSVP via wristband registration, which you can do here. If you and your guests do not plan on marching in the parade, but plan on joining us for the reception, we ask that you RSVP by sending us an email to bigfatmermaidwedding@gmail.com with the subject line "Reception Only".
Are you expecting gifts?
Are you expecting gifts?
Absolutely not. Your presence is the present!
Will there be swimming?
Will there be swimming?
Since we'll be doing our reception on the beach, swimming will be readily available. If you want to swim, be sure to bring a bathing suit or wear it under/with your costume!
What if I don't dress up?
What if I don't dress up?
While dressing up isn't mandatory, it is highly recommended. Everyone at the mermaid parade dresses in mermaid, sea creature, or nautical themed attire. If you don't dress up, you will feel left out.
Are kids allowed?
Are kids allowed?
Yes! The mermaid parade is a great experience for kids.
Will the parade still happen if it rains?
Will the parade still happen if it rains?
Yes! The Mermaid Parade is rain or shine - as is our wedding.
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