Featured Cruises
Summer Dinner Cruise special
Looking for something different to do? Enjoy a fabulous dinner while cruising up the mighty Mississippi River. Sails 5 to 7pm Sundays and 7 to 9pm Tuesdays & Fridays (more info)
Starting at only $36.05 when you buy online! (tax included). Prepaid reservations required.
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Happy Hour Cruises
Mondays- Cruise through the National Great River Park with complimentary hotdogs or brats and 2-for-1 beer. (more info)
Wednesdays- Escape across the border for a taste of Mexico. Enjoy our complimentary "Taco Bar" while sipping 2-for-1 margaritas. (more info)
Both trips cruise 5:30-7pm after a Happy Hour boarding beginning at 4:30pm.
Price: $25.70 (tax included). Prepaid reservations required.
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Fall Sightseeing Cruises
Total fall color may not arrive until October, but it begins in September and that’s a fantastic time to be on the Mississippi. Cruise from 2-4pm, Wed-Sun in September. Fri-Sun in October.(more info)
Price: $20 Adults. $10 Children 3-12 (tax included)
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Centennial Showboat
The Minnesota Centennial Showboat and Event Center is the "summer" home to the University of Minnesota Department of Theater Arts and Dance. Each summer they put on 80 stage performances, but the Showboat is also available September through May for private rental. The Showboat boasts a spectacular 225-seat theater and two luxurious Victorian reception rooms. This unique floating Mississippi River palace is completely heated and air-conditioned for all Minnesota weather.
Maximum Capacity: 500
Maximum Indoor Dining: 100
Main and second decks are enclosed, heated and air-conditioned, with outdoor areas towards the bow on both levels.
Click here for deck plan (printable)
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