Evening Yacht Cruise St. Pete: Waterfront Dining & DJ

Dance under the stars on Tampa Bay while the waterfront lights drift past

An evening yacht cruise from St. Pete aboard the Starlite Horizon with reserved table seating, live DJ entertainment, and optional sit-down dining available for purchase on board. You'll spend three hours on the water with waterfront views, dancing, and the choice to dine or simply relax on the outer decks under the night sky.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening yacht cruise with dining option

• Board the Starlite Horizon yacht
• Settle at reserved table
• Enjoy waterfront views and live DJ
• Purchase optional dinner onboard
• Dine with salad, entrée, and dessert
• Dance and stroll on deck under stars

The experience

The Starlite Horizon departs St. Pete for a three-hour evening cruise across Tampa Bay. You arrive to a reserved table in the plush interior or claim a spot on one of the outer decks, where the soft breeze and starlight set the tone. A live DJ spins throughout the evening, and the dance floor fills as the night goes on, or you can stay quiet on deck and watch the romantic lights of the waterfront slip past.

Dining is optional and purchased on board, not included in your admission. If you choose to eat, entrée service comes with a salad, bread with dipping oils, a choice from an 11-item menu, and house dessert. Wine, cocktails, and appetizers are also available for purchase. The sit-down service works like a traditional restaurant, so you can linger at your table or wander the decks between courses. The cruise itself (admission, live entertainment, and the reserved seating) is what you've booked. Everything else is à la carte.

Two departure times let you choose the rhythm of your evening: the 6pm cruise catches the tail end of daylight before the waterfront lights take over, while the 7pm departure starts after dark. Both run the same three hours and include the same entertainment and table setup. The boat is wheelchair accessible, and service animals are welcome.

What’s included

• Cruise admission.
• local taxes.
• live DJ entertainment.

Options for this experience

2 options

Evening yacht cruise at 6 pmGuide in English · 18:00Evening yacht cruise departing at 6pm, with boarding from 5:30pm. The price covers the cruise only; food and drinks can be bought on board.

Evening yacht cruise at 7 pmGuide in English · 19:00Evening yacht cruise leaving at 7:00pm, with boarding at 6:30pm. Cruise admission only; food and drinks are available to purchase on board.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 3h, runs Tuesday to Sunday at 19:00 and 18:00, from US$ 40.77 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 15 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesTuesday to Saturday: 19:00Sunday: 18:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Starlite Cruises

Is this one for you?Choose the 6pm departure if you want to see the waterfront transition from daylight to the lit evening, or pick 7pm to start fully after dark. Dining is optional and purchased on board, so you control whether the evening centers on a sit-down meal or simply on drinks, dancing, and the water views.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the 6pm and 7pm evening cruises?

The 6pm departure catches the waterfront as daylight fades into the lit-up evening, while the 7pm cruise starts fully after dark. Both last three hours, include the same DJ entertainment and reserved seating, and offer the same dining menu for purchase on board.

Can I bring my own food or drinks on the yacht?

The Starlite Horizon sells dining and beverages on board, including wine, cocktails, appetizers, and entrées. Outside food and drink are not mentioned in the cruise details, so check with the operator if you have specific needs.

Is the meal service included in the ticket price?

Cruise admission covers your reserved table, live DJ entertainment, and access to the decks. Dining and beverages are available for purchase once you're on board. The entrée service includes salad, bread, a choice from 11 entrées, and dessert.

What happens if I'm celebrating an occasion? Do I need to tell the crew?

If you're marking an anniversary, date night, or gathering with friends, note the occasion or reservation name in the Special Requirements section when you book so the crew knows.

Can I move between the interior and the outer decks during the cruise?

Yes, you can relax at your reserved table inside the plush interior or head to the outer decks to enjoy the breeze and starlight. You're free to wander between both throughout the three hours.