Yacht Party Events in Chicago
8 events in Chicago
July 4th Independence Day Cruise
Party boat cruise along the Chicago River and Lake Michigan with live DJ, dancing, and skyline views. Boarding 4PM, departs 4:30PM.
RNB Candlelight Sip & Sail Yacht Cruise (3 Levels)
Set sail on Lake Michigan aboard the legendary Anita Dee II for a 3-level R&B candlelight cruise. Stunning Chicago skyline views, live DJs spinning pure R&B, full cash bars, and dancing across three decks — open-air rooftop, indoor main deck, and lower lounge. A premium date night on the water. Tickets from $45. Dress to impress, no refunds.
Afro Fusion Yacht Cruise (July)
The midsummer edition of the Afro Fusion Yacht Cruise series brings the heat to Lake Michigan aboard the Anita Dee II with Afrobeats, Amapiano, soca, and dancehall DJs rocking three levels and the open-air deck.
Chicago Scene Boat Party 2026
The legendary Chicago Scene Boat Party returns for its 26th year — the city's biggest floating Mardi Gras on Lake Michigan. Bring your own boat or register to join the flotilla at The Playpen near Ohio Street Beach, where dozens of boats raft together for an afternoon of sun, music, and summer madness. Noon to 6 PM. US Coast Guard registration required for all participating vessels.
Urban Ritmo Boat Party | 21+ | Live DJ | Full Bar
Urban streets meet Latin heat aboard the Sightseer, a two-level open-air party boat cruising Lake Michigan. Dance to the best mix of reggaeton and hip-hop with two live DJs while taking in stunning Chicago skyline views. Full cash bar, open-air dance deck, and premium 21+ vibes. Group rates available.
Cruising The Waves Yacht Party
You're floating down the Chicago River and out onto Lake Michigan while a top-shelf open bar keeps the good times flowing—and then Navy Pier's fireworks explode across the skyline right in front of you. This inaugural yacht experience pairs live DJs, dinner, and unobstructed wate...
Afro Fusion All White Yacht Cruise
You're stepping onto the Anita Dee II dressed head-to-toe in white, ready to float across Lake Michigan while three levels of DJs spin everything from Amapiano to Afrobeats to dancehall—think less stuffy boat party, more floating festival with the Chicago skyline as your backdrop...
Yacht Rock Revue - Primetime
Yacht Rock Revue - Primetime — Pop, Rock at The Salt Shed Outdoors (Fairgrounds) in Chicago. Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the "world's