Coney Island swings with beach weather and event nights. Time your arrival and target the right blocks west/east of Stillwell Ave to park without the lot prices.

Quick Take • Start 30–60 minutes before peak beach hours. • On event nights, arrive 60–90 minutes before first pitch/showtime. • Explore off Surf Ave on cross streets near Neptune Ave and West 12th–19th.

Best Times & Places • Sunny weekends: 9:30–11am (pre-peak); 4–6pm (early exits). • Weekdays: 5–7pm around dinner; post-event exits 9:30–10:30pm. • Hot zones: Cross streets between Surf & Neptune (W 12th–19th), east toward Brighton boundaries for spillover.

Step-by-Step (How to Do It)

• Open ParkingSwap 45–60 minutes ahead of your target time.
• Send a request with car details and a nearby landmark (e.g., “W 15th & Neptune”).
• On match, meet at the agreed corner and complete the handoff.
• Mark “Parked successfully” and add a short tip for beach days.

Common Mistakes (and Easy Fixes) • Arriving at noon on hot weekends → Slide earlier to 9:30–11am. • Camping only on Surf Ave → Work the cross streets up to Neptune Ave. • Ignoring weekday evenings → 5–7pm is solid on non-event days.

FAQ

• Q: Is free street parking possible near the boardwalk?

• A: Yes—target cross streets off Surf Ave and arrive before peak hours.
• Q: Do game nights change the plan?
• A: Yes—target cross streets off Surf Ave and arrive before peak hours.
• Q: Do game nights change the plan?
• A: Yes—begin 60–90 minutes before first pitch or showtime for best odds.

Next Steps • Open ParkingSwap now and set a beach-day reminder.