NORTH TONAWANDA BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Magic on the Water: Sal Anello’s Kids Show Aboard the Queen of Peace
A family-focused cruise in North Tonawanda featuring Sal Anello’s comedic magic, live audience participation and on-board face painting—this guide explains what to expect and who it fits.
Magic on the Water: Sal Anello’s Kids Show Aboard the Queen of Peace.
On the waters of North Tonawanda, Niagara River Cruises staggers the usual sightseeing cruise in favor of a rolling variety show: Sal Anello’s comical magic act performed on the Queen of Peace, with audience participation and face painting woven into the experience. It’s a short-form entertainment cruise built around laughter and family engagement.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sal Anello’s comedy magic
A comical magic show led by Artist and Entertainer Sal Anello—designed to engage both young and old with jokes, surprises and audience participation.
Cruising on the Queen of Peace
The performance unfolds aboard the Queen of Peace, operated by Niagara River Cruises, combining on-deck spectacle with the motion and setting of a short river cruise.
Face painting and nonstop fun
Face painting is available during the cruise, adding a hands-on, visual element to the nonstop fun that keeps children and adults involved throughout the show.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
The atmosphere is unabashedly convivial: aboard the Queen of Peace Sal Anello works the crowd with quick, comedic magic and invites audience members to take part while face painters move through the boat. The result is a lively, family-oriented hour on the water where the entertainment is the primary draw.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the Sal Anello Kids magic show and face painting cruise?
A comical, family-focused magic show featuring Sal Anello with audience participation and on-board face painting while cruising on the Queen of Peace.
Who operates this cruise?
The cruise is operated by Niagara River Cruises.
Where does this experience take place?
The cruise takes place in North Tonawanda, New York, aboard the Queen of Peace.
Is face painting available?
Yes—guests can have their faces painted during the cruise.
Is the show appropriate for children?
Yes—the show is designed to engage both young and old and is described as suitable for all ages.
Who is Sal Anello?
Sal Anello is the artist and entertainer who leads the comical magic show and is described as an extremely talented performer who enjoys audience interaction.