Coney Island USA - Museum & Freak Show
Museum and Performing Arts Venue
Coney Island, Brooklyn
"The burlesque show is awesome."(4 Tips)"carnival tradition alive include sword swallowers"(2 Tips)"... snake charmer, and contortionist."(2 Tips)
"Try one of the local beers!"(4 Tips)
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mariana crispimJune 14, 2016They have a great and nostalgic vibe in the bar. Try one of the local beers! Artists and staff are really nice and funny. If you are in Coney Island you must see a Freak Show <3
The Freak Bar is the best one in Coney Island. Cheap bottles of beer in a really interesting and authentic setting. Check out the shows too.- Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015The cast of talented freaks and geeks who keep Coney Island's carnival tradition alive include sword swallowers, fire eaters, knife throwers, contortionists, and Serpentina the snake dancer. Read more
- Fodor's TravelSeptember 9, 2015Check out the memorabilia from Coney Island's heyday in the early 1900s, as well as video installations, temporary exhibits, and the fabulous collection of funhouse mirrors. Read more
Terézia MiaSeptember 12, 2016I love vibe, decoration, staff, shop and show! You should just go there and support this unique venue❣
Christine GeigerMay 26, 2013The bar is outstanding and if you go to the sideshow performance you can bring your booze in. How "freak"ing cool is that?
Kenneth KaasteskaftFebruary 11, 2023You mist go if you get the chance. Great off the beaten experience
Steph LJuly 10, 2013A must see show if you're in Coney Island. It's incredible what they can do!!! Freaky!!! ;)
- veronique @ zaptravel.com .August 30, 2013Step right up for lively circus-sideshow entertainment, complete with a fire-eater, sword swallower, snake charmer, and contortionist.
Don't be a chump & order a Bud. Try one of the 5 "Coney Island" beers instead! Delicious and unique.
Bea HuffAugust 22, 2013So fun! Great show with fun performers! Definitely recommend it if you're in the area!
LaToya T. JarmmanAugust 9, 2013The burlesque show was awesome. Bring ya camera cause you will be amazed!
ᴡ HarleyFebruary 1, 2012Full of the coolest cats I know. Toss some back with good conversation at the Freak Bar, always a good time.
Brian MasefieldDecember 30, 2011The name conveniently applies to both the show and the audience, which is to say, I love it.- Joanny EchevarriaAugust 21, 2010Great show , it does a little hot in there. But you can buy a water at the bar to cool yourself off. The burlesque show is awesome.
The home of the #WeirdAndWonderful A true #NewYorkCity #Landmark
2012summer great wine this yr chardoney or sangiovese found my wine spot this yr
The New York Daily NewsOctober 20, 2010PHOTO: Crowds flock to the Freak Show in July of 1950! Click "More Info" to see this great pic! Read more
StaciSeptember 14, 2011Whatever cider it is they sell is ridiculously sweet so if you like your ciders bitter(like me) I'd avoid it.
Sean SmithOctober 4, 2015The Freak Show is a great show. Show up whenever and watch a full rotation of whatever performances are there.
Summer TyneJuly 18, 2010Have not been here in a while but hear its most popping at night just passing on the good news!!
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Coney Island USA - Museum & Freak Show
1208 Surf Ave (at W 12th St)
Brooklyn, NY 11224
United States
Brooklyn, NY 11224
United States
Coney Island USA, is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts organization in Coney Island. Home of the Coney Island Circus Sideshow, Mermaid Parade and more.
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