New Orleans: Jazz Cruise with Optional Dinner

New Orleans



The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen offers a New Orleans jazz riverboat cruise with an optional Creole dinner, ideal for music and food enthusiasts.

Experience

Board the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen for a scenic cruise on the Mississippi River. Enjoy live traditional New Orleans jazz music while taking in views of the city skyline. Choose to dine on a Creole buffet in the dining room, followed by dancing. End the evening with a classic New Orleans cocktail on the promenade deck as you enjoy the river breeze under the stars.

Highlights

  • Views of the New Orleans skyline along the Mississippi River
  • Live traditional New Orleans jazz music
  • Optional Creole buffet in the dining room
  • Dancing after dinner (optional)
  • Classic New Orleans cocktails on the promenade deck

What's Included

  • Scenic riverboat cruise on the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen
  • Live traditional New Orleans music
  • Optional Creole buffet and dinner
  • Opportunity to dance after dinner
  • Classic New Orleans cocktails on the promenade deck
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, or water

Booking Information

Tickets are instant-access smartphone tickets. All sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or modified. Check the terms and conditions before booking. For the best experience, arrive early and bring a valid ID if you plan to order alcoholic beverages.

Available Dates

October 2026 9 dates
Fri 23rd Oct Sat 24th Oct Sun 25th Oct Mon 26th Oct Tue 27th Oct Wed 28th Oct
November 2026 30 dates
Sun 1st Nov Mon 2nd Nov Tue 3rd Nov Wed 4th Nov Thu 5th Nov Fri 6th Nov
December 2026 1 dates
Tue 1st Dec

Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise includes a scenic riverboat ride on the Mississippi River with live traditional New Orleans jazz performances and an optional Creole buffet dinner.
The Jazz Cruise takes place aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen on the Mississippi River in New Orleans.
Yes, guests can opt for a Creole buffet dinner and enjoy classic New Orleans cocktails on the promenade deck.
Yes, there is dancing after dinner as part of the cruise experience.
Check the event's official website for current operating days and times.
Live traditional New Orleans jazz musicians perform aboard the cruise.
Duration details vary; check the event website for specific cruise length information.
Yes, the cruise offers scenic views of the New Orleans skyline from the Mississippi River.
The Creole dinner is optional and can be added when booking the cruise.

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