Dive under the sea at Coney Island's mind-blowing Mermaid Parade

The annual Mermaid Parade at Coney Island in New York City has drawn in humongous crowds since 1983. Parade participants turn the Brooklyn boardwalk into an underwater fashion show, dressed as mermaids, fish, and a variety of other mythical creatures. Click through the following gallery to see some of the most awe-inspiring shots of this unusual and unforgettable event over the years.