CHICAGO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Tiki Boats and Emerald Waters: A 90‑Minute St. Patrick’s Dockside Party Under Chicago’s Skyline
A floating tiki bar cruise that lets adults (21+) soak in Chicago’s skyline and watch the Chicago River dyeing during a lively 90‑minute dockside party.
Tiki Boats and Emerald Waters: A 90‑Minute St. Patrick’s Dockside Party Under Chicago’s Skyline.
Float along Chicago’s skyline on a lively tiki‑bar cruise, soaking in stunning views and vibrant city vibes for 90 minutes of waterfront celebration aboard Island Party Boat’s dockside St. Patrick’s party.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Floating Tiki Bar
A themed, dockside tiki bar experience aboard Island Party Boat provides the setting for a festive St. Patrick’s celebration on the water.
Watch the Chicago River Dyeing
From the floating tiki bar you can view the city’s St. Patrick’s tradition of dyeing the Chicago River, a focal point of the dockside party.
Full Bar & Party Vibes
The event is set up as a lively dockside party with a full bar on board and is organized specifically as an adult (21+) outing.
What the day feels like
What the 90 Minutes Feels Like
Sea‑level views of the city and the rhythm of a tiki‑bar atmosphere frame a compact, 90‑minute experience—an upbeat, dockside cruise designed for celebrating St. Patrick’s with skyline panoramas and the river dyeing as a central spectacle.
THE BOAT
A Floating Tiki Bar
A themed, dockside tiki bar experience aboard Island Party Boat provides the setting for a festive St. Patrick’s celebration on the water.
THE SPECTACLE
Watch the Chicago River Dyeing
From the floating tiki bar you can view the city’s St. Patrick’s tradition of dyeing the Chicago River, a focal point of the dockside party.
THE AMENITIES
Full Bar & Party Vibes
The event is set up as a lively dockside party with a full bar on board and is organized specifically as an adult (21+) outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who it excludes.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The dockside party lasts 90 minutes.
Boarding and meeting take place at 355 East Riverwalk South at the Island Party Hut; Riverwalk access at that location is available until 5pm.
This event is restricted to participants 21 and older; a full bar is available on board.
No special gear requirements are listed in the provided event information.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the St. Patrick’s dockside party?
The event runs for 90 minutes.
Where do I meet for boarding?
Meet at 355 East Riverwalk South at the Island Party Hut.
Am I allowed to attend if I am under 21?
No — the event is for guests 21 and older.
Will I be able to see the Chicago River dyeing from the boat?
Yes — the floating tiki bar provides views of the Chicago River dyeing as part of the St. Patrick’s Day event.
Is there a bar on board?
Yes — the event description notes a full bar on board.