Ohio’s popular Coney Island water park is closing its doors for good.
Coney Island announced on Thursday that the entire property including the Sunlite Pool will close permanently on December 31 following the Nights of Lights event.
Not to be confused with Coney Island in New York City.
But Cincinnati’s beloved 137-year-old amusement park is about to be replaced by a brand new entertainment venue.
It has been taken over by Music & Event Management Inc. (MEMI), which is a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO), and will be renovated into a $118 million “state-of-the-art” music venue.
“We thank the millions of customers and employees from Cincinnati and the surrounding area,” Coney Island officials said in a press release.
“You make this a special place for all of us. But the time has come for this historic destination to offer new and different options for entertainment seekers looking for fun and unique experiences.”
Coney Island announced on Thursday that the entire property including the Sunlite Pool will close permanently on December 31 following the Nights of Lights event. WCPO 9/YouTube Coney Island first opened in 1886 with the opening of Sunlite Pool in 1925 — and following news of its closing, many have taken to social media to express their shock, labeling it an “absolute tragedy.” WCPO 9/YouTube
The music venue will include a state-of-the-art sound system, adjustable seating and standing areas and has been described as a “one-of-a-kind entertainment campus” destined to become a “must play” stop for the music industry’s best acts.
“We are building a new home for live music events that will offer a combination of cutting-edge technology and stunning architectural significance,” Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra president Jonathan Martin said in a statement.
“This new development will usher in the future of the music industry, and we are proud to lead the next step in the same way that Riverbend changed the face of live music in our community 40 years ago when it opened.
“Now, with CSO’s historic success with Riverbend and PNC Pavilion, we are creating an expanded music, arts and entertainment campus for the region to drive artistic excellence and innovation and the local economy.”
Coney Island first opened in 1886 with the Sunlite Pool opening in 1925 — and following news of its closure, many have taken to social media to express their shock, labeling it an “absolute tragedy.”
The music venue will include a state-of-the-art sound system, adjustable seating and standing areas and has been described as a “one-of-a-kind entertainment campus” destined to become a “must play” stop for the music industry’s best acts. MEMI Some locals weren’t thrilled to learn “another music venue” was being developed in the area. WCPO 9/YouTube
“This sucks. Demo Riverbend and do this if you want, but leave Coney Island alone,” wrote one person on X.
“So disappointed,” said another, while a third added, “Sad, sad. So many precious memories.”
A fourth wrote: “What a shame. 100+ years of history will be erased for ANOTHER music venue.”
Others quipped that there are already several music venues around.
“Don’t we have enough music venues? Riverbend right next door? A new place downtown and one in Newport? Not to mention other older places across the tri-state. Why do we need another one?” one is whipped.
“Heartbreaking, especially losing the Sunlite Pool!” said another.
However, many supported it and welcomed the change.
Some people reminisce about the time they spent in the park. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F706XzQc0pM This park has been taken over by Music & Event Management Inc. (MEMI), which is a subsidiary of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO), and will be renovated into a $118 million “state-of-the-art” music venue. WCPO 9/YouTube
“Good, great. People just love to complain. A much needed upgrade long ago,” wrote one on X.
Meanwhile, Martin and Memi CEO Mike Smith said the preliminary design of the venue is underway and some decisions have not been finalized.
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