Manhattan Evening Jazz Cruise: Live Music on the Hudson

An evening on the water with a jazz trio, skyline views, and a drink in hand

A 1.5-hour evening jazz cruise on Manhattan's Hudson River aboard a 1920s-style yacht with a resident jazz trio, live music ranging from swing standards to Motown and today's hits, and one complimentary beverage. The yacht has a glass-enclosed main cabin with comfortable seating and an open bow. You'll pass Battery Park City, the financial district, and the Statue of Liberty. Elegant tables are assigned to each booking. Choose from three musical options at checkout (Cait Jones Trio Jazz, Serenade Cruise, or Live Jazz Cruise) each with its own setlist and vibe.

The experience

You board a 1920s-style yacht on the Hudson River and settle into an assigned table in the glass-enclosed cabin or on the open bow. The resident jazz trio takes the stage, and for the next 90 minutes the music carries you past lower Manhattan's skyline: Battery Park City, the financial district, the Statue of Liberty all visible from the water. The setlist moves between swing standards by Gershwin and Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Motown grooves, R&B, and contemporary hits, so the evening feels both classic and current. Your one complimentary beverage arrives early, and the pace is unhurried. There's no narration, no stops, just the music and the view.

The three purchase options let you shape the musical mood: the Cait Jones Trio Jazz Option, the Serenade Cruise Option, and the Live Jazz Cruise Option each bring a different ensemble and repertoire. Light snacks are available for purchase onboard if you want something beyond your included drink. The boat's layout (main cabin with comfortable seating plus the open bow) means you can move between the climate-controlled interior and the open air depending on the weather and how close you want to be to the water. Bring a photo ID that matches your reservation name. The minimum drinking age is 21. Large group bookings aren't permitted, and you can't bring your own alcohol aboard.

What’s included

• One complimentary beverage.
• live jazz music by a resident trio playing swing standards, Motown, R&B and contemporary hits.
• 1.5-hour cruise along the Hudson River with views of Battery Park City, Manhattan's financial district, and the Statue of Liberty.
• glass-enclosed main cabin with comfortable seating and an open bow.
• elegant table assigned to your booking.

Options for this experience

3 options

Option for a cruise with live jazz17:15Live jazz music in the band's style, spanning swing jazz, classic jazz standards and today's hits, and more!

Serenade Cruise Option18:30A vocalist and musicians aboard host an evening of romantic crooner-style classics, spanning from the 1920s to today. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Option for a jazz performance by the Cait Jones TrioAvailable from 31 May 2027Enjoy throwback vibes from the smooth voice of jazz vocalist Cait Jones. Typically features an electric guitar and bass. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. One complimentary drink included. Lower Manhattan route: Cruise through NY Harbor with a close pass by the Statue of Liberty on this live jazz cruise with the Cait Jones Trio.

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

Information

Lasts 1h 30m, runs Friday to Sunday at 18:30 and 17:15, from US$ 134.03 per person and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesFriday: 18:30Saturday and Sunday: 17:15Another time? ›

GroupUp to 63 · max 8 per booking1 private ›

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

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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.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Classic Harbor Line NYC

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want live jazz while cruising. Choose between swing standards, Motown grooves, or contemporary hits depending on which musical style matches your evening mood.

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Top questions

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 kind of jazz music does the trio play on this cruise?

The resident jazz trio performs a mix of swing standards by composers like Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Duke Ellington, along with Motown songs, R&B grooves, and contemporary hits. The exact setlist varies by which musical option you choose at checkout: Cait Jones Trio Jazz, Serenade Cruise, or Live Jazz Cruise.

Can I see the Statue of Liberty from the yacht?

Yes. The cruise passes lower Manhattan's major sites, including Battery Park City, the financial district, and the Statue of Liberty, all visible from the water during the 1.5-hour journey on the Hudson River.

What's included in the ticket price?

One complimentary beverage is included with every cruise. Light snacks are available for purchase onboard. The yacht has both a glass-enclosed main cabin with comfortable seating and an open bow, and an elegant table is assigned to your booking.

Do I need to bring anything or meet at a specific time?

Bring a photo ID that matches the name on your reservation. The minimum drinking age is 21. You'll need to coordinate directly with the operator for the exact departure time and boarding location. If you need assistance boarding or have accessibility questions, contact the operator in advance.

Can I bring my own food or alcohol on the cruise?

You cannot bring your own alcohol aboard. If you bring food, keep it to a simple, light snack. Light snacks and beverages are available for purchase onboard.