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Sunset, Steak, and Live Strings: A Mother's Day Dinner Cruise on Lake Pleasant
A 105-minute sunset cruise on Lake Pleasant with a buffet by Butcher Block, live local music and an onboard full-service bar—this guide collects the practical facts you need for a smooth, celebratory evening.
Sunset, Steak, and Live Strings: A Mother's Day Dinner Cruise on Lake Pleasant.
On Lake Pleasant out of Peoria, Arizona, the Mother's Day Dinner Cruise is a timed, 105-minute sunset outing that pairs a buffet-style meal from Butcher Block Catering with live music and a full-service bar—an organized, all-ages evening on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Butcher Block’s Buffet: Prime Rib, Shrimp, and Comfort Sides
The on-board meal is a buffet catered by Butcher Block, featuring peppercorn-crusted prime rib with au jus and horseradish, marinated shrimp skewers, potatoes au gratin, roasted vegetables, garden salad, rolls and a dessert trio; a vegetarian option (herb roasted spaghetti squash with marinara and cheese) is offered.
Live Local Music and a Full-Service Bar
Local artists provide live music during the cruise while a full-service bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase aboard (cash only).
A Sunset Cruise on Lake Pleasant
The outing is a 105-minute sunset cruise on Lake Pleasant, where the timing of the sunset relative to the cruise varies by season—you may see sunset at the beginning, middle or end of the trip.
What the day feels like
What the Evening Feels Like
You board before departure, settle in for a 105-minute cruise across Lake Pleasant, dine from a buffet prepared by Butcher Block while live music plays, and move between dining and viewing the horizon as the sun sets—an organized, family-friendly evening on the water with beverages available from a full-service bar.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should plan around specific policies.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time; the cruise itself lasts 105 minutes.
Bring cash for onboard snack and beverage purchases—onboard purchases are cash only. No outside food or beverages are permitted on board.
The buffet includes items such as peppercorn-crusted prime rib, shrimp skewers, potatoes au gratin and a vegetarian spaghetti squash option; allergy accommodations are limited due to offsite preparation—call 602-456-9955 Ext.1 before booking to discuss needs.
All passengers require tickets, including infants; toddler (ages 0–3) tickets do not include a meal. Gratuity for the crew is not included in the ticket price.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Mother's Day Dinner Cruise?
The cruise is 105 minutes long.
Is food provided on board?
Yes. The cruise features a buffet-style dinner catered by Butcher Block with options including prime rib, shrimp skewers, sides and a vegetarian option.
Are beverages available on board?
A full-service bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase onboard; purchases on board are cash only.
Do infants and toddlers need tickets?
All passengers need a ticket, including infants; toddler (ages 0–3) tickets do not include a meal.
Can you accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?
The operator will try to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions but has limitations because the food is prepared offsite and served buffet-style—call 602-456-9955 Ext.1 before booking to confirm whether your needs can be met.
What is the refund/rescheduling policy?
There are no refunds; a 24-hour notice is required to reschedule.