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St. Patrick’s Day Kids Cruise
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Cruise
The boat boards, the music kicks in, the river turns green... and just like that, St. Patrick’s Day becomes their new favorite holiday. Wendella's St. Patrick’s Day Kids Cruise is a family-friendly way to experience one of the city’s most beloved traditions. You’ll cruise right through the heart of the Shamrock green dyeing of the Chicago River.
This 90-minute cruise includes festive beads, Irish music, and plenty of fun for the little ones. Kids can have their faces painted and eat cookies to their hearts' content, while grown-ups can take in the skyline and maybe even do a little jig. It’s a relaxed, no-stress way to mark the holiday together.
Most families head to the open-air upper deck to take in the views, but you can also head down to the lower level for climate-controlled seating and restrooms. Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure, so plan to arrive early to get settled before the festivities begin.
Whether it’s your first time seeing the river turn green or a tradition in the making, this is a St. Patrick’s Day your little leprechauns won’t forget.
We have a selection of local favorites available for purchase, including snacks, candy, soft drinks, beer, wine, hard seltzer, cider, and cocktails. Find our full Menu here.
Our boats are wheelchair accessible from our West Dock, with a ramp to the upper deck. All of our boats have ADA-compliant restrooms. Some of our boats have an elevator from the upper to lower deck, where the bar and restrooms are located. Please call us in advance on 312-337-1446 so we can assist.
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We'll meet you at 400 N Michigan Avenue. If you or anyone in your party has limited mobility or has a wheelchair, please call us in advance (312)337-1146 so we can accommodate you.

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