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NYC New Year’s Eve Cruise on the Hornblower Spirit
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The basics
8:30 PM - 12:30 AM
About
New Year's Eve Cruise on the Hornblower Spirit - NYC Harbor Fireworks Celebration
Sail into 2026 on the Hornblower Spirit with a New Year's Eve cruise featuring a full dinner buffet, open bar, DJ, and breathtaking views of the NYC skyline and fireworks.
Welcome the New Year on the water aboard the Hornblower Spirit, one of New York Harbor's most popular New Year's Eve cruises. Enjoy a festive dinner buffet, open bar, family-friendly atmosphere, and spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty and midnight fireworks as you glide past the sparkling Manhattan skyline.
If you are looking for a New Year's Eve in New York City that feels special from the moment you arrive, step aboard the Hornblower Spirit for an unforgettable night on the water. This spacious, all-ages New Year's Eve cruise combines great food, premium drinks, and incredible skyline views into one complete holiday experience on New York Harbor.
The evening begins at Pier 61 at Chelsea Piers, where the Hornblower Spirit welcomes you across multiple indoor decks with large picture windows and comfortable seating. Once on board, you can explore the various lounges, grab a drink from the open bar, or head to the outdoor observation areas to take in the lights of Manhattan as the yacht sets sail.
A festive dinner buffet is served during the cruise, offering a range of salads, hot entrees, sides, and desserts so everyone in your group can find something they love. From carved meats and classic comfort dishes to fresh salads and a seasonal dessert station, the menu is designed to complement a celebratory night out without the formality of a sit-down restaurant.
The Platinum Open Bar keeps glasses full throughout the evening with cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options, making it easy to toast with friends and family as you count down to midnight. A live DJ sets the soundtrack with a mix of current hits, party favorites, and classic New Year's anthems, giving you plenty of reasons to hit the dance floor between trips out to the deck for photos of the skyline.
As midnight approaches, you will have front-row views of the New York Harbor fireworks, with the Statue of Liberty and the glittering cityscape as your backdrop. Being on the water gives you a more relaxed, panoramic vantage point than many land-based events, while still delivering all the excitement and energy of a New York City New Year's Eve.
With its combination of dinner buffet, open bar, DJ, and spectacular views, the Hornblower Spirit offers one of the most complete NYC New Year's Eve cruise experiences you can find. Tickets are limited and holiday cruises regularly sell out, so secure your spot early and get ready to welcome 2026 in true New York Harbor style.
Tour the Hornblower Spirit Yacht
Your Tickets Hornblower Spirit NYC New Year's Eve Cruise Include:
- Scenic NYC New Year's Eve cruise aboard the multi-level Hornblower Spirit
- Platinum Open Bar for the duration of the cruise
- Dinner buffet featuring salads, entrees, sides, and a dessert station
- Live DJ and dance floor to keep the celebration going all night
- Fantastic vantage point for New York Harbor fireworks and skyline views
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- Seating Deck 1
- Seating Deck 2
Dinner Buffet
Salads w/ Fresh Bread and Butter
- Caesar Salad w/ Romaine Lettuce, Aged Reggiano Parmesan Cheese, Herb Crouton, and Traditional Caesar Dressing
- Mesculin Salad w/ Dried Cranberries, Feta Cheese, Sliced Almonds, and Orange Champagne Vinaigrette [Contains Nuts][Gluten-Free*][Vegetarian]
- Kale Quinoa Salad w/ Roasted Red Pepper, Spinach, and Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette [Gluten-Free*][Vegan][Vegetarian]
Mains
- Pasta al Forno w/ Alfredo Sauce and Panko Parmesan Crust [Vegetarian]
- Honey Sesame Chicken w/ Scallions and Fresno Chilies
- Oven Roasted Whitefish w/ White Bean Ragu and Spicy Tomato [Gluten-Free*]
- Hand-Carved Prime Rib Au Jus w/ Spice Rub and Horseradish Crème [Gluten-Free*]
Sides
- Roasted Broccoli w/ Chili Flakes and Toasted Garlic [Gluten-Free*][Vegan][Vegetarian]
- Idaho Mashed Potatoes w/ Roasted Garlic [Vegetarian]
Seasonal Desserts Station
- Assorted Cakes, Brownies, Pastries, and Seasonal Fruits [Contains Nuts][Vegetarian]
* Although every effort is made to prepare denoted items as gluten-free, the kitchen at this venue is not gluten-free, and there is always a small risk of cross-contamination
☛ 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
- Vodka - Tito's, New Amsterdam, Absolut, Absolut Citron, Absolut Raspberri, Conciere
- Rum - Cruzan Light, Cruzan Dark, Cruzan Coconut, Captain Morgan, Conciere
- Gin - Tanqueray, Conciere
- Tequila - Olmeca Reposado, Sauza Hacienda Silver, Conciere
- Scotch - Dewar’s White Label
- Bourbon - Jim Beam
- American Whiskey - Jack Daniel’s, Conciere
- Brandy - E&J VS
- Liqueur - Amaretto, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Blue Curaçao, Crème De Cassis, Kahlua, Melon Liqueur, Peach Schnapps, Sour Apple Liqueur, Southern Comfort, Triple Sec, Dry Vermouth, Sweet Vermouth
- Beer - Heineken, Corona Extra, Brooklyn Lager, Brooklyn IPA, Bud Light, Angry Orchard Cider (GF), Truly Hard Seltzer
- Wine - Sycamore Lane Pinot Grigio, Sycamore Lane Chardonnay, Sycamore Lane Cabernet Sauvignon, Canyon Road Moscato, William Wycliff Sparkling Wine
- Non-Alcoholic - Water, Orange Juice, Cranberry Juice, Pineapple Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Tomato Juice, Iced Tea, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Ginger Beer, Tonic Water, Sparkling Water
Frequently asked questions
Where you'll be
Gallery
Fine print
Tickets are sold on an on-demand / dynamic basis, meaning the price increases as ticket availability goes down. NYE ticket prices often go up significantly (100% +) the closer it gets to New Year's Eve. IMPORTANT: Events will sell out in advance of December 31.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THISÂ NEW YEAR'S EVEÂ CRUISE
- Tickets for this event provide guests with access to a New Year's Eve party taking place on a boat
- All cruise sights, destinations, and itineraries are subject to change without notice as determined by US Coast Guard, local authorities, or event staff (Unforeseen restrictions may be enforced the night of the event)
- Large crowds should be expected and you may be required to wait outside for a period of time (Show up early and help reduce the wait time)
- This event will take place regardless of weather conditions
- NewYears.com is not liable, nor is refund or credit warranted, for claims due to changes in cruise schedule or itinerary
- Fireworks display provided at the discretion of local authorities (weather permitting)
