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Special Events Calendar & Tickets

Special Events Cruises aboard the Coastal Queen allow you to see the sights of Newport Harbor from the water while enjoying a special cruise offering with special music or a theme. Explore our Special Events Cruises that depart from Newport or Jamestown below.

Stone Cold Gypsies Live Performance Cruise, June 10, 2023

The Stone Cold Gypsies band will play a mix of R & B, country and reggae in this live performance. Enjoy the music and the sights that surround Narragansett Bay, Newport Harbor and the Jamestown shoreline. The main deck is heated and the top deck has roll-down curtains for warmth.

June 10, 2023
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June 10, 2023
7 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$48
Evening Cruise with Piped-In Jimmy Buffett Hits, June 17, 2023

It’s five o’clock somewhere on the Coastal Queen, come aboard and cruise along the shores of Narragansett Bay while listening to piped-in Jimmy Buffett hits. The boat is cozy and warm indoors and the top deck is covered with clear roll-down curtains for pleasant cruising.

June 17, 2023
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June 17, 2023
7 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$39
Father’s Day Cocktail Cruise on June 18, 2023

Celebrate Dad on a Father’s Day Cocktail Cruise on the Coastal Queen. Enjoy a bartender's special cocktail (one is included in the price of the cruise) while viewing the many beautiful sights along the way. The boat has a cozy and weatherproof main deck and a covered top deck with side curtains for comfort.

June 18, 2023
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June 18, 2023
6 pm
Newport
75 minutes
Starting at $37
Sharks Come Cruisin' Band on the Evening Cruise, June 27, 2023

Coastal Queen has the band that will have you singing and swash-buckling with songs of sea shanties and maritime music. Order a drink and enjoy the cruise around Jamestown, Narragansett Bay and Newport. The boat is cozy and spacious indoors and the top deck is covered for pleasant cruising.

June 27, 2023
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June 27, 2023
7 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Disco Night on the Coastal Queen, July 4, 2023

Let’s Dance with piped-in hits by Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Earth Wind & Fire and more while Coastal Queen takes guests for a leisurely cruise from Jamestown, across Narragansett Bay and into Newport Harbor. The boat has a cozy and weatherproof main salon and a covered top deck for comfort.

July 4, 2023
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July 4, 2023
6:30 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$39
Newport 4th of July Fireworks Funk and Soul Cruise, July 4, 2023

Come aboard Coastal Queen in Jamestown to see Newport’s 4th of July fireworks display up close from the Bay. Enjoy a summer beverage from Coastal Queen's grand center bar while watching the show. Seating is limited, reserve your seat today!

July 4, 2023
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July 4, 2023
8:45
Jamestown
75 minutes
$55
Take It To The Bridge Duo Performance, July 18, 2023

Come aboard the Coastal Queen to enjoy the sounds of the Take It to The Bridge duo, Greg Marcotte and Carl Bugbee, as they play the top 40 hits of the past seven decades. Spacious Coastal Queen has a weatherproof interior and will be serving your favorite cocktails at the beautiful teak-wood bar.

July 18, 2023
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July 18, 2023
7 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Coastal Queen Brings You Celtic Ballads with Boston’s Erin Og, July 25, 2023

Enjoy Celtic ballads from these musical masters as you cruise aboard the Coastal Queen. Along the way you will see many beautiful sites that surround Jamestown Village and Newport Harbor, such as Clingstone, Hammersmith Farm, Fort Adams and more. The cruise is 90-minutes, departs Jamestown at 6:30 pm and tickets are $50.

July 25, 2023
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July 25, 2023
7 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Lois Vaughan Jazz Trio Evening Cruise on Aug. 1, 2023

Come enjoy jazz music and a stunning water view on this evening cruise. Coastal Queen will host Lois Vaughan, a Newport-based piano and keyboard player, specializing in classic jazz and Latin music ranging from Gershwin to Brubeck. The boat is cozy and spacious indoors and the top deck is covered for pleasant cruising.

August 1, 2023
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August 1, 2023
6:15 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Wine and Cheese Tasting Cruise with Specialty Shop Grapes & Gourmet, Aug. 8, 2023

Coastal Queen welcomes back crowd favorite wine shop, Grapes & Gourmet for another fabulous wine and cheese tasting. As you sip your wine on this blue-moon evening, you will cruise along the historic sites in Narragansett Bay and magnificent Newport Harbor. Coastal Queen's spacious interior is weatherproof and there is a covered top deck.

August 8, 2023
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August 8, 2023
6:15 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Summer Favorites and Jimmy Buffett Hits Live Music Cruise, Aug. 15, 2023

Brian Cabral will be performing local summer favorites live on this cruise—and that includes classic Jimmy Buffett hits! Relax and enjoy the music as Coastal Queen cruises from Jamestown to Narragansett Bay to the fabulous sites that surround the Newport Harbor area. Coastal Queen will have palm trees onboard!

August 15, 2023
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August 15, 2023
6:15 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$43
Salute to Summer Fireworks Cruise Date is TBA, 2023

Come aboard Coastal Queen at Bowen's Wharf in Newport to watch the Salute to Summer fireworks display up close from the bay. Order a summer beverage from Coastal Queen's grand center bar and enjoy the show!

August 26, 2023
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August 26, 2023
8:30 pm
Newport
75 minutes
$TBA
Wine and Cheese Tasting Cruise with Specialty Shop Grapes & Gourmet, Aug. 29, 2023

Join Grapes & Gourmet and Coastal Queen for another fabulous wine and cheese tasting! As you sip your wine on this blue-moon evening, you will cruise along the historic sites in Narragansett Bay and magnificent Newport Harbor. Coastal Queen's spacious interior is weatherproof and there is a covered top deck.

August 29, 2023
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August 29, 2023
6:15 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Coastal Queen Evening Cruise with The Narrow River Band on Sept. 19, 2023

Watch the sun set aboard Coastal Queen while The Narrow River Band plays hits from James Taylor and The Beatles, some jazz and your favorite songs to dance to! The boat's interior will be warm and cozy and the top desk is covered and enclosed for comfort.

September 19, 2023
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September 19, 2023
5:45 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$50
Reggae Night on the Coastal Queen, Sept. 26, 2023

It’s reggae night on this full corn moon! Don't worry about a thing! Order your favorite drink from the Queen’s bar and enjoy the piped-in tunes as you cruise the beautiful Jamestown shoreline and go across the Bay into Newport Harbor. This spacious boat has a cozy, weatherproof interior and enclosed seating on the top deck.

September 26, 2023
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September 26, 2023
5:45 pm
Jamestown
90 minutes
$39
Children’s Halloween Party Cruise, October 29, 2023

Coastal Queen welcomes the kids for this special Halloween-themed cruise. There will be a costume contest, treats and Halloween tunes for the kids to enjoy as the boat cruises across Narragansett Bay and into Newport Harbor. Coastal Queen is covered, warm, weatherproof and ready to cruise!

October 29, 2023
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October 29, 2023
11 am
Jamestown
60 minutes
Click on Ticket Link for Rates and Special
Cruise with Coastal Queen to the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade, Nov. 24, 2023

Join Coastal Queen as she crosses the bay to be part of the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade in Newport Harbor. Coastal Queen, award winner in the 2019 parade, will join other decorated boats in the harbor’s festival of lights.

November 24, 2023
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November 24, 2023
4:30 pm
Jamestown
About three hours
$55
Candy Cane Express Cruise for Kids on Nov. 26, 2023

Time for holiday fun on the The Candy Cane Express Cruise for kids. The boat ride will cruise about Newport Harbor and the bay to see the sites and scenery. Mrs. Claus will read to the kids while hot chocolate is served. The boat will be cozy and warm with its weatherproof interior. A candy cane will be given to each child as they depart the boat.

November 26, 2023
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November 26, 2023
1 pm
Jamestown
60 minutes
Click on Ticket Link for Rates and Special
Candy Cane Express Cruises for Kids on Dec. 2, 2023

The Candy Cane Express Cruise is holiday fun for the kids! The boat ride will cruise about Newport Harbor and the Bay to see the sites and scenery. One of Santa's elves will read to the kids while hot chocolate is served. A candy cane will be given to each child as they depart the boat.

December 2, 2023
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December 2, 2023
10:30 am or 1:45 pm
Jamestown
60 minutes
Click on Ticket Link for Rates and Special
Coastal Queen Brings Santa and Mrs. Claus to Town, Dec. 2, 2023

Santa & Mrs. Claus are arriving onboard the Coastal Queen on Saturday, December 2 at 1 pm and then proceeding up to 20 Narragansett Avenue to visit with the children at the Conanicut Gift Shop.

December 2, 2023
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December 2, 2023
Arrives at 1 pm
Jamestown
Coastal Queen’s Holiday Champagne Toast Cruise, Dec. 2, 2023

Come aboard for Coastal Queen’s Holiday Champagne Toast. Enjoy a little champagne while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of champagne is included in the price of the cruise.

December 2, 2023
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December 2, 2023
3 pm
Jamestown
75 minutes
$40
Coastal Queen’s Holiday Cocktail Cruise, Dec. 10, 2023

Coastal Queen’s Holiday Cruise will take you on a holiday tour of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay while festive music is piped in and the boat is decked out with coastal holiday style. The boat is cozy and warm and has a weatherproof interior.

December 10, 2023
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December 10, 2023
3 pm
Jamestown
60 minutes
$40
Coastal Queen’s Coffee and Carols Cruise, Dec. 10, 2023

Take a holiday coffee break, relax and enjoy the Christmas carols on the Coastal Queen. Favorite holiday music will be piped and Coastal Queen will be cruising about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A cup of coffee is included in the price of the cruise.

December 10, 2023
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December 10, 2023
11 am
Newport
75 minutes
$40
Coastal Queen’s Meet and Greet with Santa Cruises on Dec. 17, 2023

Coastal Queen will host a special Meet and Greet and Cruise with Santa Claus at 11am. This cruises will feature hot chocolate and a candy cane will be given to each child as they exit the boat. Check out the special family rate and reduced rates for kids.

December 17, 2023
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December 17, 2023
11 am
Newport
60 minutes
Click on Ticket Link for Rates and Special
Coastal Queen’s Holiday Champagne Toast Cruise, Dec. 17, 2023

Come aboard for Coastal Queen’s Holiday Champagne Toast. Enjoy a little champagne while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of champagne is included in the price of the cruise.

December 17, 2023
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December 17, 2023
3 pm
Newport
75 minutes
$40

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