Happy Hour Fireboat Cruise
Overview
Take part in a unique evening Happy Hour Cruise, featuring fresh craft beers while cruising the stunning Chicago skyline. Every Thursday and Friday evening, this 2-hour experience begins on Lake Michigan, sails through the locks, and navigates the Chicago River, providing breathtaking views and delightful sunsets. On Thursdays, a representative from Phase Three Brewing will be onboard to share insights about their innovative ales and lagers, enhancing your tasting experience. On Fridays, we showcase live music. This cruise is exclusively for adults 21 and older, making it the perfect outing for beer enthusiasts looking to unwind in a vibrant setting.
- Enjoy a 2-hour sunset cruise
- Cruise through Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago's iconic skyline
- Exclusively for adults 21 and over, ensuring a mature atmosphere
What's Included
- Admission fee
- Public transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
Meeting and Pickup
DuSable Harbor, Concrete pier Dock H behind the Columbia Yacht Club
What To Expect
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Chicago Skyline (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Happy Hour Fireboat Cruise?
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Activity code: C-447367P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Admission fee.
- Public transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Restroom on board.
- Meals.
- Alcoholic beverages. available for purchase.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 21..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Happy Hour Fireboat Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Happy Hour Fireboat Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Admission fee
- Public transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Restroom on board
- Meals
- Alcoholic beveragesavailable for purchase
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers
