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It’s Coney Island season! 8 new rides and eats to try

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  • Children can now jump behind the wheel of a car on springs for a bumpy ride and cruise around a festive, summer-themed sand castle inside Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park. The Jump Around is located before the entrance to the Wonder Wheel.
    Photo Credit: Nina Ruggiero
  • This new mini-racetrack, located to the far left if you're entering Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park from the boardwalk, is built for kids who have the need for speed.
    Photo Credit: Nina Ruggiero
  • This kid-sized drop tower is for mini-daredevils who aren't afraid of heights. It's located in the southeast corner of Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, not far from the Speedway.
    Photo Credit: Nina Ruggiero
  • Though its hard to remember what hot weather even feels like, cooling off in Coney Island will be even better this summer. Coney’s Cones will be scooping handmade gelato, made fresh daily.
    Photo Credit: Nina Ruggiero
  • Opened last season, this cantina is back, serving up cervezas, margaritas and tasty Mexican bites, right on the boardwalk. A kick-off party will take place on May 2.
    Photo Credit: Nina Ruggiero

There’s nothing like heading out to Coney Island to check out all the new amusement park rides and to taste new food. This year, there’s everything from a new kid-sized drop tower to a White Castle. Why even go to the beach? Here’s what to look forward to on your next trip to Brooklyn’s destination for summer fun.

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