Georgetown Cherry Blossom Fireworks Cruise with a Glass of Champagne
Join us aboard our climate controlled boat with an open air top deck to enjoy magnificent views of the Cherry Blossom fireworks with a complimentary glass of champagne. 

Event Date

Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 7:10 PM

Event Address

Georgetown Waterfront on the dock across from Nick's Riverside Grill
3050 K Street Northwest
Washington DC 20007

Requested Attire

Please dress according to the weather. The lower deck of the boat is climate controlled but dress warmly so you can enjoy the open air top deck. The cruise will proceed as planned, rain or shine. All guests must be 21 and over.

Event Description

Join us for Magnificent views of the Cherry Blossom Festival Fireworks with a glass of champagne after we depart from the Georgetown Waterfront on a 2-hour cruise. Watching the fireworks from the Potomac River is a truly unforgettable and magical experience. Imagine the illuminated Washington monuments along with sweeping views of the Washington skyline at a distance as you enjoy wine from the cash bar and the company of your ICDC friends! Either relax in the climate controlled lower deck or enjoy panoramic views of the DC skyline from the open air top deck.

Reserve your tickets now, as we expect this cruise to be very popular. Our cherry blossom fireworks cruises have sold out each of the last 15 years.

+ 2 hour cruise from the Georgetown Waterfront
+ Attend on your own or with friends and enjoy the company of ICDC Members
+ Cherry Blossom festival fireworks display (Subject to favorable weather)
+ Complimentary glass of champagne with additional drinks available for purchase.
+ Enjoy magnificently breathtaking views of the DC skyline and illuminated monuments 
+ Open air top deck offers panoramic views of the DC skyline

Some of the monuments you will enjoy from the Potomac River include: 

:: The Kennedy Center
:: Key Bridge
:: Memorial Bridge
:: Roosevelt Island
:: Washington Monument
:: LBJ Memorial
:: Jefferson Memorial
:: U.S. Capitol
:: The Watergate
:: Lincoln Memorial
:: Maritime Memorial
:: Custis-Lee Mansion 

As the Washington nightlife comes to life after the sunset, meet ICDC members and enjoy a memorable cruise with panoramic views of the illuminated monuments at a distance under the stars. Reserve your tickets now before we are sold out. Very few spaces remain and ticket prices are subject to increase without notice as we reach capacity for the cruise.
Please plan to have dinner before or after the cruise, as dinner is not served aboard. We will depart from the Georgetown Waterfront. Please refer to the end of the event description for detailed directions. Please note that limited unreserved seating is available throughout the boat and the cruise is presented with an open seating plan and not as a seated event. The boat offers both interior and exterior seating so guests can walk around the boat to enjoy different views of the DC skyline as well as mingle with other guests. 

NO REFUNDS IF YOU MISS THE BOAT: Kindly note that it is your responsibility to arrive on time at the designated meeting location. Traffic delays and road closures are possible. Please give your self plenty of time to arrive at the meeting location. If you are delayed due to any reason and miss the boat or if you arrive at a location other than the location designated on the online event description and miss the boat, we are unable to issue you a refund.

WEATHER NOTICE: The boat's lower level is enclosed and climate controlled but we suggest a warm coat so that you have the option to enjoy the views from the open air deck if you so desire.

FIREWORKS NOT GUARANTEED BY ICDC: While we expect the fireworks to be presented as planned, please note that the fireworks organized as a part of the annual Cherry Blossom Festival is beyond our control. We will cruise rain or shine but we are unable to offer refunds in the unlikely event the fireworks are canceled or postponed due to any reason.

Event Agenda (May change)

7:10 PM: Please arrive for registration.

7:15 PM: Registrations begins. You must arrive by 7:10 PM in order to board the boat, when it arrives at the dock.
Boarding begins and boat leaves the dock after guests are on board*.

Expect to arrive at the dock at approximately 9:15 PM, but the exact time of arrival may change*.

 * Please note that due to ongoing river traffic on the Potomac, other boats that use the dock, and security considerations on the dock, the time of boarding, departure, or arrival may change. Please allow plenty of time to arrive at the meeting location on time. We look forward to enjoying the views of the Potomac with you soon! Kindly note that we are unable to issue refund if you are delayed due to any reason and miss the cruise. Dinner is not served on board so please plan to have dinner before or after the cruise.

We Are Grateful for Your Support

We greatly appreciate your contribution towards the International Club of DC Inc by making your reservation. Your support makes it possible for us to present diverse cultural events to our members. Kindly note that your contribution is unrelated to the embassy or venue the event is being presented at and all proceeds from the event are used solely by International Club of DC Inc. to cover expenses related to presenting cultural events to our members.

Map/Parking

At the end of 31st street NW in Georgetown by the water in Washington, DC 20007. The boat will be docked across from the Nick's Riverside Grille on the dock. Please look for the boat named "Harbor Belle" with the "DC Cruises" sign and allow enough time to find parking and locate the boat. 
 

The meeting location is outlined on the map below with a red marker.


Please note that the map is enclosed below as a courtesy to you and for your convenience but we do not guarantee the accuracy of the map or the directions provided by Google. It is your responsibly to arrive safely and on time at the address of the event disclosed above.

Parking is limited to street parking in the vicinity of the venue. Kindly note that, as is the case in most major cities, the availability of street parking in Washington DC is limited and beyond our control. Due to the limited availability of parking, we highly recommend a cab, Uber/Lyft or other transportation option. The event start at the designated time so please allow sufficient time for traffic/travel/transportation and parking as these factors are beyond our control.