Special Event Cruises aboard the Coastal Queen allow you to see the sights of Narragansett Bay from the water while enjoying a special featured event, such as a beer tasting, a wine and cheese pairing, live music, seal tour or other entertainment. Explore our Events that depart from Newport, Jamestown or Wickford below.
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.
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.
Brian Cabral makes a second summer appearance onboard the CQ! He 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 the fabulous sites that surround the Newport Harbor area. Coastal Queen will have palm trees onboard!
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.
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! Book today, seating is limited.
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.
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!
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.
Time for holiday fun on the The Candy Cane Express Cruises for kids. These boat rides will cruise about Newport Harbor and the bay. 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.
Enjoy a little bubbly while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of prosecco is included in the price of the cruise.
Enjoy a little bubbly while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of prosecco is included in the price of the cruise.
The Candy Cane Express Cruises are holiday fun for the kids! These boat rides 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.
Santa and 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. Parents will have the opportunity to take photos of their children with Santa.
Enjoy a little bubbly while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of prosecco is included in the price of the cruise.
Coastal Queen’s Holiday Cranberry Mimosa 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. A special cranberry mimosa cocktail is included in the price of the cruise. The boat is cozy and warm and has a weatherproof interior.
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.
Coastal Queen will host a special Meet and Greet Cruise with Santa Claus. These 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.
Enjoy a little bubbly while Coastal Queen pipes in favorite holiday music and cruises about the sites and scenery of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. A glass of prosecco is included in the price of the cruise.