Santa Fun Cruise & Tour
Families embark on a holiday Pittsburgh riverboat tour featuring Santa Claus and his special guests. Children can enjoy a DJ dance party, share their Christmas lists, and receive a special treat from Santa. A snack bar with kid-friendly favorites and a full-service bar are available on board.
What to Expect
Holiday Pittsburgh riverboat cruise featuring Santa Claus and a DJ dance party.
Event Details
Duration
Each sailing lasts two hours.
Ages
All Ages
Neighborhood
Station Square
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Gateway Clipper Fleet
Food & Drink
The snack bar serves pepperoni rolls, chicken bites, hot dogs, pretzel nuggets, mac and cheese, snacks, and treats, alongside soda, water, coffee, and hot tea; a full-service bar is available to guests 21 and older with valid photo ID.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adults: $36.66; Child: $26.19; Infant: $5.24. – Get tickets
- Hours: Boards 9:45am; sails 10:30am–12:30pm. Boards 12:45pm; sails 1:30pm–3:30pm.
- Accessibility: Strollers aren't allowed on the boat, but there's a stroller parking area on the dock.
Tips & Advice
- Help the kids write their Christmas lists before you go, because they'll get to share them with Santa on board.
- Bring a card or set up a phone wallet, because there's no cash on board and the snack bar and bar take only cards, Google Pay and Apple Pay.
- Plan to leave the stroller on the dock, since strollers aren't allowed on the boat and there's a stroller parking area at boarding.
- Buy your boarding photo when you check out online if you want it, or pick it up on the day.
- Adults who want a drink from the full-service bar should bring a valid photo ID, since you must be 21 or older.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What do kids do on the cruise?
They meet Santa and his friends, dance at a DJ party and get a special treat from Santa. Kids should bring their Christmas lists.
What food is on board?
The kids' snack bar has pepperoni rolls, chicken bites, pretzel nuggets, hot dogs, mac and cheese, popcorn, nachos, cotton candy and candy. Drinks include soda and water, with coffee and tea for adults. There's also a full-service bar.
Can we bring a stroller?
No. Strollers aren't allowed on the boat, but there's a stroller parking area on the dock.
Can I pay with cash on board?
No. The boat is cashless and takes credit and debit cards, Google Pay and Apple Pay.
How long is the cruise?
Each sailing lasts two hours.
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