Why We Recommend
- Premium open bar all night
- Dinner buffet and guaranteed reserved seating
- Live DJ and dancing on two spacious indoor decks
- Close-up views of the NYC skyline and midnight fireworks
- Champagne toast as the clock strikes midnight
Overview
Make your New Years Eve unforgettable on the Emerald Princess Yacht, a fan-favorite NYC cruise that combines a full open bar, dinner buffet, DJ entertainment, and amazing skyline views into one exciting waterfront celebration. If you want a hassle-free way to party on New Years without crowds or long lines, this cruise is the perfect choice.
Boarding begins at 9:30 PM at Pier 36, where the yacht welcomes you with festive lighting, lively music, and a premium open bar ready to go. Every guest receives a guaranteed reserved seat, making it easy to eat, drink, relax, and enjoy the night at your own pace.
The dinner buffet gives you plenty of options to choose from, with fresh offerings that pair perfectly with your favorite cocktails from the open bar. After dinner, the DJ turns up the energy as the yacht cruises along the East River. Dance, explore the decks, or grab photos with the best backdrop in the world: the New York City skyline.
Throughout the night, you will get incredible views of landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and lower Manhattan. As midnight approaches, the Emerald Princess secures a prime position for viewing the New Years Eve fireworks. Raise your champagne glass during the included midnight toast as fireworks explode above the harbor.
This four-hour cruise runs from 9:30 PM to 1:30 AM, giving you a full night of food, drinks, music, and scenic cruising. With everything included and a comfortable indoor setting, it is one of the most enjoyable ways to celebrate New Years Eve in NYC.
Tickets are limited and sell quickly, so reserve your spot now for an NYE on the water that you will never forget.
Butler-Style Passed Appetizers
- Chicken Quesadillas
- Mini Quiche
- Beef Wellington
- French Brie & Apricot
Salad
- Mesclun Greens w/ Tomato, Peppers, Cucumbers, and Dressing (Balsamic / Ranch)
Dinner Buffet
- Chicken Marsala
- Beef Bourguignon
- Penne alla Vodka
- Lemon Butter Dill Salmon
- Grilled Vegetables
- Parmesan Potatoes
- Assorted Breads w/ Butter
Dessert
- Selection of Mini Pastries & Butter Cookies
Menu Subject to Change
This is a nightlife event and it is not intended to be a dining event -- If you wish to have a complete dinner it is recommended that you do so prior to attending this event
What to know
Start Time
December 31, 2025 at 8:30PM
END TIME
January 1, 2026 at 1:30AM
ADDRESS
299 South St
New York City,
NY 10002
VENUE TYPE
NYC New Years Cruises
AGE REQUIREMENT
All Ages
CAPACITY
125
OPEN BAR
YES | Open Bar
from 9:30 PM - 1:30 AM
FOOD SERVED
YES | Dinner Buffet w/ Passed Appetizers
from 9:30PM
TICKETS START AT
$339
