Boarding just after midnight on Saturdays (and some Fridays), Spirit's Moonlight Cruise takes passengers along the coastline of Lake Michigan on a triple-decker boat that accommodates up to 600 people. The cruise includes live DJs with Top 40 dance hits, light hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Formal attire is encouraged. Approximate duration is two hours.
Spirit of Chicago
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
866-273-2469
spiritofchicago.com/ch/moonlight.jsp
Voted "Best Dance Club" and "Best Singles Scene" in the 2009 Citysearch readers poll, Mystic's "Blue After Dark" weekend midnight cruise offers lakefront views for revelers in a hip nightclub atmosphere. The ship carries up to 500 passengers on three climate-controlled decks and an outdoor observation deck. The cruise line offers a premier selection of DJs that play a variety of music, including house and a mix of international beats. Casual attire is welcome. Approximate duration is two hours.
Mystic Blue Cruises
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
877-299-7783
mysticbluecruises.com
Every Friday and Saturday during the summertime, Odyssey's Moonlight Lounge Cruise provides the expected breathtaking lakefront views on its triple-decker 750-passsenger craft. Each climate-controlled deck has a dance floor with its own type of music. Typical cruises include a solo jazz performer on one level, a live dance band on another and contemporary favorites on the third. The galley also serves a "moonlight menu" with vegetable crudités, spring rolls, garlic bread and buffalo chicken tenders. Also note the cruise line also has themed party cruises such as a "Latin Moonlight Cruise" and "Gay Pride Moonlight Cruise" on certain weekends. Business casual attire is recommended. Approximate duration is two hours.
Odyssey
Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
866-305-2469
odyssey.com/index.cfm
If you want to celebrate in a big way on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River, Chicago Yacht Party organizes chartered cruises for all occasions including birthday parties, cocktail receptions, corporate events and even New Year's Eve. Events can be organized completely on board the yacht or can be kicked off with a dock party. Routes, boarding times, food and beverages are all chosen by the customer. While this option is quite a bit more expensive than partying on a standard cruise line, it is the perfect way to celebrate a major event in style.
Chicago Yacht Party
800 S. Wells St., No. 946
Chicago, IL 60607
312-360-9862
chicagoyachtpartiesandevents.com
