Since 1978, Grand River Cruises has been offering a unique and unforgettable dining experience in Southern Ontario.
Private Cruises
Have your own private dinner cruise boat to celebrate a special occasion or just to connect with friends and family again.
Our boats are ideal for small, intimate gatherings as our maximum capacity is 49 passengers/boat.
Tuesday to Sunday
3 hour Private Dining Cruise
$75.00 (tax & gratuity included)
Your choice of departure time between 11:00 a.m. & Noon or 5:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy the privacy of having your own dinner cruise boat to yourselves! Our delicious full-course meal is served during this 3 hour private dining cruise. Tables will be set with linen tablecloths & napkins and you may lightly decorate your boat. You many also choose your departure time and, although our boats are not large enough for dancing, you may bring your own music to play on our sound system.
Minimum of 30 people required for private (maximum 49 passengers/boat)
Tuesday & Wednesday evenings only
Private Evening Boat Charter
$800 (flat rate to rent boat for 2 hours)
Your choice of departure between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Just want a boat ride without a meal? This 2 hour boat ride is ideal for meet and greets, product presentations, showers or just a casual outing with friends. You are welcome to bring your own finger food such as pizza, veggie/fruit/dessert platters, chips, etc. We do not allow outside catering or hot buffet meals on this cruise.
Tuesday to Thursday
Private Lunch Cruise & Blazing Fiddles Show
$80 (tax & gratuity included)
Begin your day with a performance of The Blazing Fiddles in our auditorium at 11:30 a.m. You will then embark on a private 2-1/2 hour cruise at 12:30 p.m. featuring a delicious full-course meal served to each table. During the cruise your captain gives an informative commentary and you can sit out on the promenade deck to enjoy the river scenery.
Minimum of 30 people required for private (maximum 49 passengers/boat)
All private dining cruises include:
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Complimentary refreshment from our Dockside Cafe on arrival
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Snack & dip platter for table upon boarding (lunch cruise & show package receive snack in auditorium prior to performance)
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Fresh-baked bread
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Mixed greens salad with choice of dressing
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Choice of: Slow-cooked roast beef or baked chicken breast or vegetarian chili (protein choices must be pre-ordered)
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Potatoes and vegetables
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Choice of Apple Crisp Pie or Strawberry Shortcake for dessert
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Tea, coffee, soft drink
Once you reserve, a confirmation will be sent to you and you will have the opportunity to select your protein and dessert choice that will be linked to your reservation.
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