Entertainment Cruises


Thanks for a great season!

See you in 2024!
Check back for an updated schedule in the spring.

Rock the Boat Concert Series on the Princess Wenonah

Most Popular! | Rockin’ Live Music | Includes Meal | Cash Bar | 3 Hours | Ages 21+ | $70

This is your night out to hear the hits you love from bands that bring energy and excitement to keep the crowd rocking all night! These events are our most popular series, normally sold out in advance. 21+ and up.

Your ticket includes theme nights with popular live bands and a catered meal by Krzysiak House Restaurant during the 3-hour cruise down the Saginaw River to Saginaw Bay cruise aboard the Princess Wenonah. Full cash bar offered. See Dinner Menus for typical offerings.

2024 Dates – On Sale Spring 2024

  • Friday, July 12 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, July 19 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, July 26 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Aug 2 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Aug 9 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Aug 16 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Aug 23 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Aug 30 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Sep 6 – Band To Be Announced
  • Friday, Sep 13 – Band To Be Announced

Bands we love to book include Jedi Mind Trip, The Rockshow Band, The Soul Xpress, Marsupial Creampie, Papa Kiszka, Nameless, The Rhett Yocom Blues Band, and more!

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Carefree Cruisin’ on the Saginaw River

Relaxing Cruise | Catered | Live Music | Cash Bar | 3 Hours | Ages 21+ | $70

Perfect for date night or groups looking for dinner, live entertainment and a relaxing night on the water. Acoustic and small groups perform fun, feel-good tunes without overpowering conversation. Group rates are available!

Your ticket includes catering and live entertainment during the 3-hour Saginaw River cruise aboard the Princess Wenonah. Full cash bar offered. 21+ unless accompanied by parent or guardian. Full cash bar offered. See Dinner Menus for typical offerings.

2024 Dates – On Sale Spring 2024

  • Saturday, July 13 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, July 20 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, July 27 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, Aug 3 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, Aug 10 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, Aug 17 – Band To Be Announced
  • Saturday, Aug 24 – Band To Be Announced

Groups we love to book: Bob Hughes Duo, Dale Boulton Acoustic, Laurie and the Lefties, Jim McKeith, Marsupial Creampie, Greg Hind of the Little River Band, Josh Ramses Band and more.

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VIP Fireworks Experience at the Renowned Bay City Fireworks Festival

July 5 and 6 | Catered | Live Music | Cash Bar | 3 Hours | Adults $95-125

Tickets on Sale Spring 2024

Known far and wide as one of the best shows around, your ticket not only gets you a great seat for the show on the deck at Wenonah Park, but you’ll enjoy the electric performers we have lined up this year, not to mention a great meal from the famous Krzysiak House Restaurant. Stay hydrated during the cruise with our cash bar. Your purchase supports two great causes: the Bay City Fireworks Festival and BaySail’s Windward Bound Youth Sailing Program. Full cash bar offered. See Dinner Menus to view the planned meal service.

Friday, July 5 – Board at 5:30 p.m. and depart at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy the live music on the upper deck. Dinner is served on the main deck, with a cash bar available. After the cruise, enjoy reserved seating dockside for Friday night’s Fireworks display. Adults 21+, $100 per person.

Saturday, July 6 – Board at 5:30 p.m., depart at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy the music on the upper deck. Dinner is served on the main deck, with a cash bar available. After the cruise, enjoy reserved seating dockside for Saturday night’s amazing Fireworks display. Adults 21+, $130 per person.

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Other Special Events

The Princess Wenonah also takes part in special events throughout the season and may be docked in alternate locations for Downtown Bay City’s Wine Walk, Apps and Ales, and more. We also host many fundraisers for charitable organizations that may offer tickets to the public.


Public Cruises now depart from a new location! Find us in Wenonah Park in downtown Bay City. For parking information see this link.

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