City Cruises Launches Holiday Event Lineup for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve
From Thanksgiving feasts to midnight toasts, City Cruises will bring festive celebrations on the water for families, friends, and corporate groups.
New York, October 15, 2026 / PRNewswire / -- Hornblower Group's subsidiary, City Cruises, has announced its holiday event lineup for 2026, inviting guests to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve at its various destinations in the United States through holiday food tours, seasonal experiences, and group celebration activities. The company stated that from festive feasts to corporate parties, to midnight toasts, City Cruises will be responsible for cooking, cleaning, and party planning, allowing guests to enjoy freshly prepared meals, admire the spectacular city skyline, and have more time to spend with loved ones.
City Cruises combines dining, entertainment, and sightseeing, offering festival parades and group activities that cover the following destinations in the United States: Berkeley, Long Beach, Marina Del Rey, Newport Beach, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco in California; Boston; Chicago; New York; Whackooken in New Jersey; Alexandria and Norfolk in Virginia; Philadelphia; as well as Washington, D.C.
New Thanksgiving Traditions
City Cruises offers Thanksgiving breakfast, lunch, and dinner parades that combine festive feasts with coastal views. Chefs will prepare meals on board, providing both buffet and set menu options, featuring classic holiday dishes such as roasted turkey, traditional stuffing, mashed potatoes, and seasonal desserts. Cocktails and other bar drinks, along with music and dance, will also add a festive atmosphere to the afternoon or evening spent with friends and family.
Joy of the Water Festival
The company stated that the newly decorated vessels and high-standard service will create a festive atmosphere for the water-based Christmas celebrations. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner cruises will offer freshly prepared meals, holiday music, dancing, and games. Guests can choose to sit in the warm and comfortable indoor areas or step onto the outdoor decks to enjoy the spectacular seaside views.
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, guests can also participate in festive cocktail parades or dining parades on the City Cruises vessels. Some venues will also feature Santa Claus-themed parades, where family guests can celebrate with Santa Claus. Festive music, children's activities, and snacks will create a strong holiday atmosphere. For a celebration with a more coastal vibe, the "Light Parade" dinner cruises in Newport Beach and San Diego offer guests a front-row view of decorated fleets and freshly adorned seaside residences, which is also a beloved local tradition.
Welcome 2027 together with City Cruises.
City Cruises signifies that the New Year's countdown will be taken to the water, with a launch of New Year's Eve dining and celebration parades offering freshly prepared meals, cocktails, music, and dance. On some flights, fireworks can also be enjoyed. From earlier dining experiences to midnight celebrations, guests can welcome in 2027 amidst spectacular coastal views and in the company of friends and family.
The festive activities will continue with a New Year's Day breakfast and lunch parade, providing guests with a relaxed way to start the new year, sharing delicious food and time together by the water.
Water Festival Group Activities
For enterprises and groups that wish to celebrate together at the end of the year, City Cruises offers a unique seaside venue that facilitates reunions, employee recognition, and festive celebrations. The all-inclusive holiday packages for groups of 20 people or more include lunch, cocktail parties, and dinner tours, with options to suit different budgets. The city skyline, festive atmosphere, and a dedicated event team will together create an unforgettable celebration experience for both organizers and guests.
City Cruises To learn more about the festival activities and make reservations, please visit the City Cruises official website; if you need to plan group celebration events, please visit the Holiday Events page. The specific content of the activities varies depending on the destination and flight route.
City Cruises also provides holiday media materials and supplementary video resources.
About City Cruises
City Cruises creates a diverse experience for guests, providing dining, events, sightseeing, and on-site entertainment tours at 20 iconic destinations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Its services also include private boat charters, corporate events, weddings, whale watching, water taxis, speedboat experiences, and destination ferry services. Statue City Cruises, Alcatraz City Cruises, and Niagara City Cruises, which collaborate with the National Park Service of the United States and Niagara Parks, are the official and exclusive ferry operators for three of North America's most iconic destinations: Liberty Island and Ellis Island, Devil's Island, as well as Niagara Falls in Canada.
As part of the extensive business portfolio of Hornblower Group, the history of City Cruises can be traced back to the establishment of Boston Harbor Cruises in 1926. The company states that, with its innovative traditions and professional experience, City Cruises has set an excellent standard for maritime reception services. For more information, please visit citycruises.com.
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