LACONIA EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Oktoberfest Afloat: Craft Beer, Live Music and a Three‑Hour Sunset Cruise on the M/S Mount Washington
A three-hour Lake Winnipesaukee cruise departing from Wolfeboro that pairs craft-beer sampling and live entertainment with autumn sunset views — this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Oktoberfest Afloat: Craft Beer, Live Music and a Three‑Hour Sunset Cruise on the M/S Mount Washington.
The Beveridge Oktoberfest Craft Beer Festival moves ashore to the M/S Mount Washington in Laconia this fall: an afternoon cruise that combines craft-beer sampling, live entertainment and sweeping sunset views as the vessel makes its way across Lake Winnipesaukee.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Aboard the M/S Mount Washington
The festival takes place on the historic M/S Mount Washington, offering an event framed by the ship itself as you sample local and regional craft beers.
An Autumn Sunset Cruise
The event celebrates the official start of autumn, timed to take advantage of fall light and sunset views over Lake Winnipesaukee.
Craft Beer Sampling and Live Entertainment
Expect guided craft-beer sampling alongside live entertainment aboard the three-hour cruise, creating a lively festival atmosphere on the water.
What the day feels like
What the cruise feels like
Over the course of a three-hour cruise, guests board in Wolfeboro, sample a selection of craft beers and enjoy live entertainment while the boat circles Lake Winnipesaukee and returns at the close of the afternoon — an event designed as an autumn celebration aboard the M/S Mount Washington.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a fall event presented as a three-hour cruise; check the listed departure time and allow time for boarding.
Bring your ticket and a government ID proving you are 21 or older; note that the fleet is non-smoking and all passengers are required to have tickets.
The cruise departs from Wolfeboro; passengers are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes early to find parking and make their way to the dock.
Tickets are general admission; tickets may be exchanged with 48 hours advance notice; tickets are non-refundable except when a cruise is canceled due to mechanical failure, low ridership or an act of God.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The event is a three-hour cruise.
Where does the cruise depart from and what are the times?
The cruise departs from Wolfeboro at 1:00 PM and returns at 4:00 PM.
Are tickets refundable or changeable?
All tickets are non-refundable except when a cruise is canceled due to mechanical failure, low ridership, or an act of God; tickets may be exchanged with 48 hours advance notice.
Is there an age requirement?
All passengers must be 21 years of age or older.
Are the ships smoking-friendly?
For the safety and comfort of all passengers, all vessels in the Winnipesaukee Fleet are non-smoking.