Question 1

Who operates the boat?

Accepted Answer

Buffalo Boat Tours is providing a charter rental that includes a full crew - captain, deckhands, and bartenders, all licensed and professional. You can find more information about their company here: https://buffaloboattours.com/.

Question 2

Are there washrooms aboard?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Queen Harbor has two washrooms available.

Question 3

Can I bring my own food and drink?

Accepted Answer

No outside food or beverages can be brought onboard. Each boat has a bar with a friendly bartender offering non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages and bagged snacks for purchase!

Question 4

Where do we park?

Accepted Answer

We ask that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure (6:30PM) to ensure you have plenty of time to park and walk to our booth. There is limited parking available on Prime Street, several paid parking lots nearby, and a parking ramp at Lecom Harborcenter, 100 Washington Street.

Question 5

Where will the boat be docked?

Accepted Answer

The boat will be docked at Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo NY 14202. Find the check-in booth on the boardwalk close to the brown wooden Longshed building.

Question 6

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

This event is rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. That being said, the boat does have covered areas to get you out of the rain. If the weather turns stormy, the captain may decide to cancel the trip for safety reasons. If this happens, you will be notified and provided a refund.

Question 7

How do we dance on a boat?

Accepted Answer

There will be two dance areas, one on the open deck above and one below, covered. Both have space for dancing and our DJs will be keeping the music going to create lots of unforgettable memories!

Question 8

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Dress comfortably for the weather -- the upper deck is open to the sun. This means dress as you would for any outdoor summer dance social in WNY/southern Ontario. But remember, it is always about 10 degrees Fahrenheit cooler on the water than it is on land.

Question 9

How long is the event?

Accepted Answer

The boat sets off from Central Wharf at Canalside (44 Prime Street, Buffalo NY 14202) at 7:00PM and will return to the dock at 9:00PM. The sun is expected to set around 8:15PM that evening so plan to catch a beautiful sunset aboard the boat on Lake Erie!

Sunset Salsa Cruise