For Immediate Release:
June 22, 2026

Brooklyn & Staten Island, NY – Wheel Fun Rentals at Boathouse Row is lighting up summer nights in patriotic style as it celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with special Red, White & Blue LED Illuminated Surrey Night Rides. Patriotic Surrey Nights Rides are available now and will run through Labor Day Weekend at their Bensonhurst Park and FDR Boardwalk at Sand Lane bike rental locations.

For the summer-long celebration, Wheel Fun Rentals has transformed its popular LED-illuminated specialty bikes into dazzling patriotic attractions featuring custom red, white, and blue lighting. Families, couples, and friends can cruise along two of New York City’s scenic waterfronts while celebrating America’s historic 250th birthday.

On July 4^th, guests can make the holiday even more memorable by riding to waterfront viewing areas for spectacular fireworks displays. Launching from Bensonhurst Park in Brooklyn, riders can enjoy the festive atmosphere along the waterfront bike path with views across New York Harbor. On Staten Island, guests can pedal along the FDR Boardwalk, where the waterfront provides a scenic setting to take in the evening’s Independence Day celebrations and fireworks over the harbor.

“We’re excited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by giving New Yorkers and visitors a unique way to experience our city’s waterfronts after dark,” said Mike Ullerick, Director of Operations for Wheel Fun Rentals. “Our patriotic LED Surrey Night Rides combine the excitement of our popular nighttime rentals with a festive red, white, and blue display that creates a one-of-a-kind experience on the waterfront perfect for taking in the spectacular Fourth of July fireworks. We hope guests create lasting memories while celebrating this historic milestone.”

Night Rides are first-come, first-served and available Friday – Sundays and holidays beginning at sunset until 10pm, last 1-hour rental goes out at 9pm. Pricing is $29 for a Single Surrey (seats up to 3 adults and 2 small children), and $39 for a Double Surrey (seats up to 6 adults and 2 small children).

With over 30 years of experience in the recreation industry, Wheel Fun Rentals stands as the leading provider of outdoor recreational activities nationwide and offers a full range of recreational rental products to enjoy at five New York City locations: two within Flushing Meadows Corona Park on North Meadow Lake and at David Dinkins Circle, at Bensonhurst Park and Marine Park in Brooklyn, and on the FDR Boardwalk at Sand Lane on Staten Island.  Available rentals include the flagship 4-wheel Surrey cycles, sporty recumbent specialty bikes, cruiser bikes, self-guided bike tours, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and more.  For additional location information, current hours of operation, and to learn more about Wheel Fun Rentals available recreational rental options, visit wheelfunrentals.com/NYC.

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Media Contact:  Sheena Walenta  •  (805) 650-7770   •  marketing@wheelfunrentals.com

About Wheel Fun Rentals
Founded in 1987, Wheel Fun Rentals started with four wheel Surrey cycles, evolved into specialty bike rentals and bike tours, and now offers recreational rentals of all kinds from more than 100 outlets in 16 states.  Specializing in unique bikes and tours, Wheel Fun Rentals has been offering clean, healthy family fun and affordable outdoor entertainment to over 3 million customers annually from city and state parks, resorts, and retail outlets through corporate locations and franchised territories. For more information about Wheel Fun Rentals please visit www.wheelfunrentals.com or call 805-650-7770. Follow Wheel Fun Rentals: @WheelFunRentalsOfficial and @WheelFunBend on Facebook, @WheelFunRentalsOfficial on Instagram, and @WheelFunRentals on Twitter.