The famous Dumbo Drop will be back for an in-person event in Brooklyn this year.
On May 21 , the forecast predicted a big precipitation in Dumbo , Brooklyn — but instead of water supply , it will be raining elephants .
This class , the famous Dumbo Drop and its attached closure party is back in person , and it will entertain topical anesthetic and tourist alike from 3–8pm . As part of a very entertaining competition — which is , in fact , a fundraiser for the neighborhood ’s school — small toy elephant outfit with small parachutes will be dropped from the sky in a colored backwash that will have everyone turn over their nose to the sky .
While the closure party is destitute to wait on , it cost $ 20 dollars toenter the contest , for which you do n’t ask to be present . Those choosing to take part will enter the prospect to win a slew of prizes if their elephant fall on one of the targets , like all - you may consume ice - cream and fancy hotel staycations . But even those who wo n’t have fortune on their side can rest assured : Every player will receive one memento elephant and jump to take home at the political party .
Photo courtesy of DUMBO, Brooklyn
All issue from the competition will do good Dumbo ’s Title 1 public schools , includingThe Dock Street Middle SchoolandPS307 Elementary School . The fundraising will support the school for the 2022 - 2023 school class , allowing them to secure needed computer programming and material in time for September .
" Dumbo Drop has always been about coming together as a community , " Alexandria Sica , President of the Dumbo Improvement District , said in a statementon the event ’s website . " This yr , we require this more than ever . "
The block company will sport two unlike elephant put down with two unlike sets of dirty money . The first metre elephant will fall from the sky will be at 5 premier , and the grand prize will feature $ 1,000 for a Dumbo shopping spree . A delicious 2d prize will watch over , offering an all - you - can - eatOddfellow Ice Creamparty for up to 25 guests of your pick . The third prize , instead , will allow the winner to choose a pair ofMelissa Joy Manning Jewelryearrings ( valued up to $ 400 ) plus a $ 100 gift card .
The 2nd fall , knight the # DISCODROP , will start at 7:30 pm , and the rattling prize succeeder will be do by with a two night check in Bridge King room at1Hotel Brooklyn Bridge , on top of complimentary spa treatments and a yummy brunch for two at Estuary Brooklyn ( exclusions utilize ) . The second prize is meant for party masses , and have a rooftop political party for 10 on theTime Out Marketroof , including V.I.P. seats , a $ 500 measure tab , and complimentaryForninopizza . The third prize winner will receive a fortune to try Dumbo ’s favorite eateries , and will pick up gift certificates toSeamore’s , Superfine , andCelestinefor a $ 500 total value .
If you ’re feeling originative , you’re able to also decorate an elephant ’s chute . For $ 5 you could take a seat at the tabular array , and fulfill a white white chute with your favorite design .
During the whole day , performances and workshops will alternate before , after , and between the dip to think about the block party attendees . lively euphony as well as a nipper zone will be part of the outcome , as well as tap terpsichore performances and speeches . To see the full lineup , you’re able to check outthis site .
For more info and to enter the contest , you’re able to visit theDumbo Drop site .
