Coney Island celebrates two beloved rides
It was double the fun at Coney Island on Saturday, August 8, as the Fifth Annual History Day was celebrated at the historic Boardwalk and amusement area.
Throughout the day, Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park and the Coney Island History Project (CIHP) hosted the fun-filled event, which held special significance as it celebrated the birthdays of two fan favorites: the Wonder Wheel, which turned 95 and the horror ride, Spook-A-Rama, celebrating its 60th anniversary.
Coney Island fixtures joined local dignitaries to discuss the importance of the day. “Over 30 million people have ridden on the Wonder Wheel in its 95-year history,” said Dennis Vourderis, owner of the famous wheel. “It has never stopped operating once during its entire run. Even Sandy couldn’t stop it.”