Seattle Parade of Lights Holiday Dinner Cruise

Seattle, Washington

Seattle Parade of Lights Holiday Dinner Cruise

Seattle, Washington

Duration: 3 hours

Overview

Celebrate the holidays with a festive dinner cruise along Seattle’s lakes, featuring a buffet, holiday activities, and take in all of the holiday lights. Enjoy a private table, a champagne toast, and seasonal entertainment for all ages.

🛥️ Enjoy a 2-hour cruise on Lake Union and Lake Washington, with views of holiday lights

🍽️ Savor a holiday-themed buffet with a variety of delicious dishes

🥂 Start your evening with a complimentary champagne or sparkling cider toast

🎉 Enjoy festive activities like a hot cocoa bar and a Letters to Santa station

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Seasonal,
November 29 - 4:30pm or 7:30pm
December 13, 14, 15, 18, 20, 21, 22, 23
*Departure times vary between 1:00pm and 7:30pm depending on the day
*Length of Cruise, Boarding, Departure, and Return are subject to each cruise – please check your confirmation for this information

Full description

Enjoy this event featuring a delicious holiday buffet and festive activities like a hot cocoa bar, Letters to Santa station, and holiday-themed coloring for kids. Relax at your private table, sip on a champagne toast, and enjoy the captain’s light narration as you take in the illuminated holiday displays along the lakes. Wine, beer, and cocktails are available for purchase, making this a perfect holiday celebration for all ages.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All passengers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian and supervised during the cruise.
Individuals with disabilities: All vessels are accessible to those with limited mobility but are not fully ADA compliant due to raised thresholds. Staff will assist as needed. Guests in portable, collapsible wheelchairs must be able to take a few steps onto the vessel. Service animals are welcome.
Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian and vegan options available. Please note preferences and allergies when booking.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2 hours.
What’s included:
- Private table
- Festive dinner buffet
- Captain’s light narration of holiday sights
- Wine, beer, and cocktails available for purchase.
Who will be present: The crew and approximately 100 passengers; your group will have its own private table.
Spectators: No spectators allowed; everyone must have a ticket.
Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged!
Specific rules to follow: No smoking or vaping on the dock and vessel, including all outer decks.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The cruise operates rain or shine. The captain may adjust the route or remain dockside in severe weather.
Arrival: Arrive 30 minutes before departure. The cruise leaves promptly, and late arrivals cannot board.
Parking: Parking is available at the pier.
What to wear: Attire is festive casual; bring a light jacket or sweater for outdoor decks.
What to bring:
- Government-issued photo identification.
- Gratuity for the staff (optional but appreciated).
Restrooms: Restrooms are available onboard.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.