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Gateway Clipper's holiday season runs from Halloween cruises in October through Light Up Night, Thanksgiving Dinner, Santa Fun Family weekends, December holiday dinner and lunch cruises, and three New Year's Eve cruises. Private holiday parties are available for up to 400 guests.
This holiday season, make your celebrations extra special aboard the Gateway Clipper! From seasonal cruises filled with festive sights and cheer to kids' cruises with holiday activities and surprises, there's something for everyone. For an evening out, gather your loved ones for a holiday dinner or dance cruise, where good food and lively entertainment create memories that sparkle all season long.
Looking to host your own celebration? The Gateway Clipper is a festive setting for private holiday parties, from family gatherings to large company parties, with food, drinks and riverfront views on Pittsburgh's three rivers. And don't forget our Game Day Shuttles to Steelers games: the easiest way across the river to Acrisure Stadium all season long.
Halloween and fall cruises
- Haunted Three Rivers: Friday and Saturday evenings, late September through October
- Autumn Serenade Lunch: select Wednesdays and Saturdays in October
- Halloween Family Fun: an afternoon kids' cruise in late October
- Boo & Brew Dance Cruise (21+): BOB FM's Halloween dance party
- The X's Halloween Cruise (21+): benefiting X-OUT Cancer
Thanksgiving and Light Up Night
- Pirate Family Fun with Friends: a kids' cruise with a DJ dance party, a special show and games in early November
- Light Up Night Dinner Dance Cruise: a holiday buffet, music and a front-row seat for the fireworks as the city lights up
- Thanksgiving Dinner: a traditional Thanksgiving buffet with two sailings on Thanksgiving Day
Christmas and December cruises
- Santa Fun Family: weekends from Thanksgiving weekend through December, with a DJ dance party and a visit with Santa
- Holiday Sparkle Dinner: Fridays in December
- Holiday Captain's Dinner Dance Cruise: Saturdays in December
- Holiday Lunch: a festive luncheon buffet with DJ entertainment
- Winter Family Fun: a kids' cruise during the week between Christmas and New Year's
New Year's Eve
Ring in the new year on the water with three New Year's Eve cruises: an early dinner cruise, a 21+ dance cruise, or a 21+ hors d'oeuvre dance cruise.
Book your cruise or group event
- Tickets: book on each cruise page or call (412) 355-7980. Looking for a gift? Gift cards work on any public cruise.
- Groups of 15 or more: call Group Sales at (412) 355-7951 or see group cruises.
- Private holiday parties: email info@gatewayclipper.com or call (412) 355-7965, or plan your event.
Frequently asked questions
When does Santa sail on the Gateway Clipper?
Santa Fun Family cruises start Thanksgiving weekend and run on weekends through December, with a DJ dance party and a special treat from Santa.
What holiday dinner cruises does Gateway Clipper offer?
The Holiday Sparkle Dinner on Fridays in December, the Holiday Captain's Dinner Dance Cruise on Saturdays in December, a Holiday Lunch, Thanksgiving Dinner and the Light Up Night Dinner Dance Cruise.
Can we book a private holiday party on a riverboat?
Yes. Five riverboats host private events for up to 400 guests, with food, bar and a cruise director handled by our crew. Contact info@gatewayclipper.com or (412) 355-7965.
