2024 All Inclusive Party & Cruise Schedule:

ESSENCE FESTIVAL WEEKEND’S #1 ALL INCLUSIVE EVENT
VIP ON THE RIVER is an ALL INCLUSIVE EVENT where EVERYONE IS V.I.P.
SIP all you want, SAVOR all you like and SWAY to the sounds of the Big Easy! One price includes Cruise, VIP Party, Food and Drinks. Plus… the most amazing start to your evening. Make plans to join us for this unforgettable experience.
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Saturday, July 6, 2024
11AM Kick-Off Cruise
2PM Mid-Day Cruise
5:30PM Sunset Cruise

All Inclusive Premium Open Bar
SIP a wide variety of premium brand liquor, beer and wine. We got Spirits, yes we do. With multiple quick access bars across four levels, enjoying your favorite beverages won't be an issue. We don't call it "Sippin' on the Mississippi" for nothing.
All Inclusive Creole Cuisine
SAVOR as much of our flavorful authentic southern creole cuisine as you like. With hot and fresh food stations on multiple levels, we encourage you to indulge and let your taste buds run wild. Besides, we wouldn't want you Sippin' on an empty stomach.

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All Access VIP Party
SWAY to the sounds and sights of The Big Easy VIP style starting with a covered Pre-Boarding Pavilion to keep you out of the sun. We then grant you access to all levels to enjoy a true VIP Experience with a New Orleans twist. Join the fun as we celebrate good times on the Mississippi River.

Are You Ready...

TO JOIN US FOR VIP ON THE RIVER?

Limited Tickets Available

Ticket Prices are set to increase as we get closer to selling out.

800.801.8429

ALL INCLUSIVE EVENT

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COVERED PAVILION FOR PRE-BOARDING
CRUISE THE MAJESTIC MISSISSIPPI RIVER
4 LEVELS TO PARTY, LOUNGE & SIGHTSEE
ALL YOU CAN DRINK TOP SHELF OPEN BAR
QUICK ACCESS BARS AND FOOD STATIONS
BEER, WINE AND SUPER PREMIUM BRANDS INCLUDED
ALL YOU CAN EAT CREOLE CUISINE
STYLISH & COMFORTABLE ANY COLOR DRESS CODE
COURTEOUS SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY STAFF
MINGLE WITH PEOPLE FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY
HOSTED BY THE HOST WITH THE MOST LEVI SIMS
SOUNDS BY NOLA’S OWN DJ BOMSHELL BOOGIE
SOUNDS BY MR. GOOD MUSIC: DJ MAGIC MAN
ACCESS TO OPEN AIR DECK WITH RELAXED SEATING
CELEBRATION PACKAGES AVAILABLE
FEATURED IN ESSENCE MAGAZINE AS ONE OF THE BEST
TITLED ON ESSENCE.COM AS “PARTY OF THE YEAR”
LISTED ON N.O. CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
4TH OF JULY WEEKEND’S ALL INCLUSIVE PARTY & CRUISE

ENTERTAINMENT

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The Gulf Coast’s Host with the Most keeping you entertained.
Send your shout-outs

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New Orleans’ own mixxologist spinning your favorite hype music from around the country.
Send your song request

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Good Music Specialist spinning feel good music to the sites of the Mississippi River from the top sightseeing deck.
Send your song request

If you've never experienced VIP ON THE RIVER, ask someone who has....

  • "Love it we go every year.. best food, best music, best party!!!"

  • Sasha G.
    Sasha G.

    "Awesome time with fun people, good food and all you can eat and drink! We partied the entire time and the view was amazing."

  • Angela
    Angela

    "This cruise was such good times. Truly one of the highlights to the trip. Oh so much fun and worth every penny."

  • Jock S.
    Jock S.

    "If you're attending Essence Festival for the first time, this is a must attend event. For the vets, you already know how VIP ON THE RIVER goes down. "

  • Sun Est
    Sun Est

    "Amazing... great service... great food... great music... endless drinks... wouldn't miss it for the world!"

  • Darron
    Darron

    "If you missed VIP ON THE RIVER Boat Ride last year, don't miss it this year... All you can eat and Open Bar highlights this epic event..."

  • London Boys
    London Boys

    "One of our favorite events of Essence Festival weekend"

  • Stephanie
    Stephanie

    "I am five years and counting. If nothing else, I'm VIP on the river every year!"

  • Lark
    Lark

    "VIP ON THE RIVER is a hot event, I had a ball last year...Loved it!"

  • Valerie
    Valerie

    "I went this past year and it was one of the highlights of my trip. You cannot go to Essence and not attend the VIP ON THE RIVER cruise. Fun Times, fun people, drinks drinks and more drinks. A total party atmosphere. In one word, it is AWESOME!"

  • Deedee
    Deedee

    "The best ever. Always have a blast. VIP turnt up all day. Y'all missed out if you wasn't here."

GOOD TO KNOW...

CALL 800.801.8429
How to get Limited Reserved Tables
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Are you celebrating a Birthday, Anniversary, Career Achievement, Girls Weekend, Fellas Getaway, Group Reunion or any other special occasion? Enhance your VIP ON THE RIVER experience. Table Celebration Packages are limited. Call 800.801.8429
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What's on the VIP ON THE RIVER Menu
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All You Can Eat Creole Buffet, White Chocolate Bread Pudding, Natchez Tossed Salad, Cajun Andouille Sausage, Southern Fried Catfish, New Orleans Style Red Beans and Rice, La Louisiane Fresh Sliced French Bread, Did we mention... Bread Pudding "Mmmm so good"
Super Premium Open Bar
Is It Really All You Can Drink
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Make em' say uhhhh - No Limit. Yes! Of Course! Definitely! Absolutely! Drink as much as you like. We feature multiple quick access OPEN BAR stations with wine, beer and TOP SHELF brands including Ciroc, Hennessy, Ketel One, Paton, Courvoisier, Tanqueray, Jack Daniel's, Bacardi, Hornitos, Crown Royal, Belvedere and many more.
COLORFUL, SEXY, COOL
What is the Attire for VIP ON THE RIVER
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The attire for VIP ON THE RIVER is stylish and comfortable. We do not have a strict dress code and you may come in as many colors as you wish. This is New Orleans in July so come cool, come fresh lol, and come ready to have a great time. This is a certified Party so dress accordingly. See you soon!
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Where is the Departure Location
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VIP ON THE RIVER Lighthouse Ticket Office
600 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130
One block west of Jackson Square located along the river just behind JAX Brewery. A Pay by the hour Parking lot is located in front of the boat dock.
LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING
Are Tickets Still Available
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The question isn't if tickets will sell out. The questions is... Do you have yours?:-) Tickets are very limited.

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