Saturday Night Booze Cruise

Event Details

Tickets include a Live DJ, Dancing, Giveaways, a drink at the after party and the best views of Chicago!

Chicago may be the Second City, but our booze cruises are first class! Cruising aboard a three story, 140 foot, luxury yacht, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Chicago's iconic landmarks from Lake Michigan. Take in the sights from either of the heated interior decks, or enjoy the breeze on the open top deck. Be sure to take a spin on the dance floor as the DJ plays your favorite Top 40, Hip-Hop, and party hits. Don't forget to grab a drink from any of our full bars! Take advantage of Chicago's best asset and come aboard the cruise!

FREE TICKETS/GROUP RATES

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Want to celebrate your birthday on the boat? If you have 10 or more people in your party, your ticket is on us, and all your friends get a discount! Fill out the form HERE for more info!


FREE STUFF!

All attendees will also receive the following Freebies*: 3 FREE rides (up to $7 ea.) from Via using promo code 'CHICAGO3' – Get $7 in DoorDash cash from DoorDash – $10 in FREE food at your favorite restaurants like Freshii, Protein Bar, Rockit & more from Ritual – 5 FREE on-demand dog walks from Rover with promo code CHICAGOFREEBIES! *All offers valid for first time users only and subject to change without notice. Click HERE for more info!

BOARDING INFO (PLEASE READ)

- Boarding will begin promptly at 7:45pm.
- Please have your printed Eventbrite QR Code and your valid 21+ ID ready as you enter the boarding line.
- As soon as boarding is complete, the gate will close and the crew will start preparing for departure. No one else will be permitted to board.
- Please be on time, as the boat will leave without you! FAQ:

- What is the dress code? There is NO Dress code for the boat.
- Where is the after-party? The after-party is typically at a bar in River North, and is announced as you board the boat.
- Can I bring my own food/drink on the boat? Absolutely no outside food or beverage may be brought on the boat.
- What do I need to bring to get on the boat? Your printed ticket from Eventbrite and a valid ID. All guests must Be 21+.

- Where is my ticket? Click here.
- How do I get to the boat? Please see below for a map and a detailed list of directions.
- What kind of music will be played on the boat? The DJ will start with Top 40, Hip-Hop, and Party Hits and will play a variety of music with the goal of helping everyone enjoy themselves.

DIRECTIONS

The Anita Dee is docked at DuSable Harbor on the South side of the Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive.

** Since the Harbor has no real physical address, GPS and online directions are unreliable. Use the maps along with the directions below to get to the boat!

Driving (Parking in DuSable Harbor Parking Lot)
From the West

- Head east toward the lake on Lower Randolph Street from Michigan Ave. or Columbus Drive. (If coming from Michigan Ave., stay to the left to access lower Randolph St., do not go to the upper level!)
- Take Randolph Street all the way to the last stop light before the lake and turn left. (Do not enter cul-de-sac)
- Immediately after you turn, merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River. From the North Via Lake Shore Drive

- Take Randolph St. exit off of Lake Shore Drive.
- Turn left at bottom of Randolph St. exit ramp.
- Turn left at second light (Do not enter cul-de-sac).
- Immediately after you turn, merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River. From the South Via Lake Shore Drive

- Exit to Randolph/Wacker Dr. off of Lake Shore Drive. Stay in middle lane of ramp.
- At bottom of ramp, proceed straight beyond traffic light.
- Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.
- At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.
- Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River .
Alternate Parking Locations: In the event that DuSable Harbor Parking Lot is at capacity, we’ve listed additional parking options.


Dropped Off

- If getting dropped off by taxi, instead of telling the driver an address, tell them to drop off where lower Randolph Street meets the lakefront, DuSable Harbor, or Columbia Yacht Club.
- Lower Randolph Street, east to the lakefront. Drop off at DuSable Harbor cul-de-sac
- Walk down to the lake front path and turn left/walk north along the lakefront.
- Our yachts will be straight ahead at the end of the lakefront path where it ends at the Chicago River.
- Taxis can also go inside to the end of the DuSable Harbor Parking Lot which is closer (directions above in ‘Driving’). If they’re there for less than 15 mins, there is no charge.
Walking
From the Loop

- Take any stairway down to the Riverwalk on the south side of the Chicago River.
- Walk east toward the lake (From Michigan Ave. Bridge- 10 min walk)
- The south side of the Riverwalk ends at our boats just east of the Lake Shore Drive Bridge From Navy Pier

- Walk west on Illinois to Lower Lake Shore Drive, the first street on your left.
- Cross Lower Lake Shore Drive to the west side of the street and turn left.
- Once you cross over the Chicago River, look for the staircase on your right to walk down to Riverwalk
- Turn left to go through tunnel on Riverwalk
- Once you exit tunnel, you’ll see both yachts to your left on the River. From Millennium Park

- Head east on Monroe and cross over to the east side of Lake Shore Drive.
- Turn left or walk north on the lakefront path.
- Once you pass Columbia Yacht Club, keep walking north for 4-5 mins- Path ends at Chicago River and our Yachts.

Rules, Regulations & Disclaimers:

All guests must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID that will be checked by security prior to boarding the boat. A valid ticket with scannable QR code is required by all guests to board. It is recommended to print a paper ticket to prevent any technology complications which would prevent your ticket from displaying on your phone. There is no guest list at the boat, each ticket must be scanned. Security reserves the right to inspect all bags and persons. Absolutely no outside food or beverage may be brought on the boat. Guests who are deemed intoxicated (or otherwise unfit) upon arrival, will be denied entry and no refunds will be given. We want all guests to enjoy themselves on the cruise, but please note you will be on the boat for an extended amount of time and our number one priority is the safety of all guests. The boat will depart the dock as soon as boarding is completed. Once the boat begins its cast off procedure, for the safety of all guests, absolutely no late arrivals will be allowed within the security fence to board. If you are late, you will be left at the harbor without a refund. In the event of dangerous weather conditions, security situations, mechanical issues with the locks, the boat, etc., the boat may not cruise, but the party will still go on at the dock. In the event of rain, or other inclement weather, the party will continue on the enclosed portion of the boat. Any ticketing/technical issues will be handled by Eventbrite.com. Please contact them directly at https://www.eventbrite.com/contact-us/. Sorry – no refunds or price adjustments. The Eventbrite system does not allow us to restrict people who are underage from buying tickets. If you are not 21 and purchase a ticket, you will not be allowed on board. Cruise length will vary based upon multiple factors, including, but not limited to: boarding time, lock operations, boat traffic, weather, special events such as fireworks, emergency situations, etc. The DJ's aboard the boat will play a variety of music, at their discretion, with the goal of making a fun cruise for the entire crowd. The music's volume level will be set to an acceptable level intended to please all guests and may be regulated/limited by safety regulations set forth by the captain. For further Terms and Conditions of this event and ticket purchase please see “Ticket Purchase and Event Terms and Conditions” in checkout before purchasing these tickets; which shall also be binding and shall be incorporated by reference as though fully stated herein.