Coney rings in 2015 with first annual New Year’s Celebration
Brooklyn gave Time Square some competition this year, as partygoers had a new destination to ring in 2015. The Coney Island Boardwalk held its first annual New Year’s Eve Celebration, sponsored by Borough President Eric Adams. Despite the frigid temperatures near the beach, plenty of attendees showed up to party the night away with live music, giveaways, dancing and various performances in the shadow of the Parachute Jump, where a digital ball drop was planned as part of an 8,000-LED light show.
Councilmember Mark Treyger, who was in attendance, was thrilled with both the turnout and festive atmosphere locals and tourists provided on the first night of its kind at Coney.
“It really was a one of the most memorable experience I’ve had at Southern Brooklyn. It was a magical and special evening in our community,” he said.