LAKE GENEVA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Backyard BBQ Bash Luncheon Cruise — BBQ, Kenny Jones, and Shoreline Views on Geneva Lake
A 2-hour, 15-minute luncheon aboard Lake Geneva Cruise Line featuring a BBQ buffet, live acoustic country and rock from Kenny Jones, and scenic cruising around Lake Geneva.
Backyard BBQ Bash Luncheon Cruise — BBQ, Kenny Jones, and Shoreline Views on Geneva Lake.
A relaxed, fun-filled luncheon cruise on Lake Geneva that pairs a mouthwatering BBQ buffet with live acoustic music by Kenny Jones, set against the lake’s shoreline vistas; reservations are required for this two-hour-and-fifteen-minute outing offered by Lake Geneva Cruise Line.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Classic Backyard BBQ Buffet
A luncheon cruise built around a menu of classic BBQ favorites, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available with advance notice; menus are subject to change and specific requests (gluten-free bread, fruit platters, vegan dessert substitutes) should be made ahead of time.
Live Acoustic Country & Rock
The soundtrack for the cruise is live entertainment by Kenny Jones—acoustic guitar and vocals performing classic country and rock—adding a laid-back musical backdrop to the midday meal.
Scenic Cruising on Geneva Lake
The lunch unfolds on the water, where guests enjoy the lake’s scenery while dining and listening to live music, creating an easygoing atmosphere ideal for families and groups.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
Board in Lake Geneva for a two-hour-and-fifteen-minute luncheon cruise that combines a relaxed, social buffet of BBQ classics with live acoustic performance by Kenny Jones; the pace is unhurried, with time to eat, listen, and take in shoreline views while seated aboard the vessel.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes; reservations are required and individual meal tour reservations follow a strict 48-hour cancellation policy.
Bring any payment for the cash bar and be prepared to request dietary accommodations (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free) in advance; menus are subject to change and the operator provides a menu PDF for review.
Reservations are required for the Backyard BBQ Bash Luncheon Cruise; note the operator’s 48-hour cancellation policy for individual meal tour reservations.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Are reservations required?
Yes — reservations are required for the Backyard BBQ Bash Luncheon Cruise.
How long is the cruise?
The luncheon cruise is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes long.
Where do we meet for departure?
The meeting location is Lake Geneva, WI.
Is there live music onboard?
Yes — the cruise features live entertainment by Kenny Jones, performing acoustic classic country and rock.
Are there vegetarian or gluten-free options?
A vegetarian entree (also vegan and gluten-free) is available with advance notice; gluten-free bread and a fresh fruit platter or vegan dessert substitutes can also be requested in advance.
Is there a bar onboard?
A cash bar is available during the cruise.
What is the cancellation policy?
There is a strict 48-hour cancellation policy for individual meal tour reservations.