Scores of colorful mermaids and sea creatures participated in the 42nd Coney Island Mermaid Parade, honoring the area's unique history and creativity.
Artist and drag performer Paris Alexander, in his first time at the parade, felt a strong sense of belonging and nostalgia akin to his past experiences at Pride parades.
Despite challenges of navigating the parade in high heels, Alexander turned stumbles into dance moves, embodying the festive spirit of the event.
Participants like the family with homemade puppets, a mermaid, and Godzilla, demonstrate the eclectic and whimsical nature of the parade.
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