Cajun Holiday Tea with Papa Noel Cruise
Guests cruise the Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen alongside Papa Noel and festive Cajun characters. The family cruise features storytelling, face painting, magic tricks, children's activities, and an opportunity to hold a real live alligator. Passengers can also enjoy a buffet with savory entrees, hot dogs, and holiday treats.
What to Expect
Holiday riverboat cruise featuring Papa Noel and live alligator holding.
Event Details
Duration
2 hours.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Hospitality Enterprises
Food & Drink
The tea buffet includes fruit, winter salad, chicken tenders, chicken Alfredo mac and cheese, seafood etouffee, roasted vegetables, a hot dog station, cookies, mini holiday cupcakes, and bread pudding; adults can purchase bottomless mimosas onboard.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Taxes are included. Adults: $79.00; children 3–12: $59.00; children 0–2: $19.00. For adults, $25 bottomless mimosas are available for purchase on board. A 3% surcharge applies only to Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express credit-card payments; no surcharge applies to debit-card transactions. – Get tickets
- Hours: Boarding: 10:00am; Cruising: 10:30am to 12:00pm.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-compatible mechanical lift available with a 450-pound combined weight limit for passenger and chair.
Tips & Advice
- Book early and prepay by credit card, since reservations are required in advance and seating on the cruise is limited.
- Pay with a debit card if you can, because the surcharge on Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express credit cards does not apply to debit cards.
- Be sure of your date before booking, because specialty cruise sales are final, though credits can be transferred and used within one year of the tour date.
- Families with food allergies can use the allergen labels on the menu, and every dish is made without nuts or peanut oil.
- Keep an eye on the weather, since cruise times can change and the boat may stay dockside if sailing conditions are unfavorable.
Special Events & Promotions
- Bottomless mimosas for adults, sold separately on board.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What food is served during the cruise?
The buffet includes fruit, winter salad, chicken tenders, chicken Alfredo mac and cheese, seafood etouffee, roasted vegetables, a hot dog station, assorted cookies, mini holiday cupcakes, and bread pudding.
Are the meals safe for people with nut allergies?
All dishes are prepared without nuts or peanut oil; only soybean oil is used.
What happens if there is bad weather?
Cruises may be altered or canceled due to weather concerns, or the riverboat may remain dockside if sailing conditions are unfavorable.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
All sales for specialty cruises are final, but credits can be transferred and used within one year of the tour date.
What entertainment is offered for children?
Kids can take part in holiday activities, watch magic tricks, get their faces painted, listen to storytelling, meet Cajun characters, and hold a live alligator.
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