Company Flag Celebrate America's birthday on the Winnipesaukee Flagship
Company Flag Celebrate America's birthday on the Winnipesaukee Flagship
RETURNING FAVORITE

Independence Day Dinner Cruise

July 4, 2025

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet and patriotic entertainment while we cruise in search of fireworks around Lake Winnipesaukee.

Please note that this cruise is rain or shine. Mount Washington Cruises is not responsible for fireworks displays that may be canceled or postponed due to weather, technical difficulties or in response to COVID-19.

RETURNING FAVORITE

Independence Day Dinner Cruise

July 4, 2025

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet and patriotic entertainment while we cruise in search of fireworks around Lake Winnipesaukee.

Please note that this cruise is rain or shine. Mount Washington Cruises is not responsible for fireworks displays that may be canceled or postponed due to weather, technical difficulties or in response to COVID-19.

Tickets

Ticket includes a 3 hour cruise, buffet dinner, and entertainment.
Beverages are available for purchase.

Seating

When purchasing dinner cruise tickets online, all passengers will select their own seats from a seating map.

  1. The Red seats on the map are Premium Seats, and include a scenic view. They are more expensive than Standard Seats.
  2. The Blue seats are Standard Seats, and are located toward the center of the deck or have an obstructed view. They are less expensive than Premium Seats.
  3. The Green seats are Accessibility Seats. These seats are ideal for those with mobility concerns or for passengers who use a wheelchair.

Please note that you are purchasing seats and not tables.
If there are open seats at your table, they may be booked by others particularly on high demand cruises.

Any seat on the M/S Mount Washington offers spectacular views of Lake Winnipesaukee, but some areas offer slightly different experiences.

Lake Map

Main Deck

The largest area on the M/S Mount Washington, the Main Deck offers the most amenities of any section of the ship, including restrooms, buffet, bar, and gift shop.

On Dinner Cruises, entertainment will be offered on the Main Deck, which has the largest dance floor on board.

The Main Deck is also the handicapped-accessible area of the ship. Passengers with mobility concerns or difficulty with stairs must be seated here.

Lake Map

Captains Lounge

Located on the second deck directly under the wheelhouse, the Captains Lounge is a relaxing, quieter area of the ship with decor and memoribilia that celebrates the individuals who have served as Captain of the M/S Mount Washington. Popular for small parties and more intimate conversation, this indoor lounge offers panoramic views of the Lake Winnipesaukee with doors leading directly to the outside decks.

Passengers seated in the Captains Lounge are near the second deck buffet area, and can order beverages from the Flagship Lounge or on the Main Deck.

Lake Map

Flagship Lounge

Located on the second deck of the ship toward the stern, the Flagship Lounge is a larger lounge featuring photography and artifacts that celebrate the flagship of the Winnipesaukee Fleet. Popular for larger parties and private events, this indoor lounge has a stage for live entertainment, dance floor, and full bar.

During some dinner cruises, entertainment may be offered in Flagship Lounge. Please check the entertainment schedule for details.

Lake Map

3rd Deck Forward

Located directly behind the wheelhouse, this open air section of the ship is located under a large awning to provide a partial shelter from the elements.

Passengers seated on the third deck must travel to the second deck for buffet service, and bar service is offered on the third deck, weather permitting.

Please note that the Third Deck is an outdoor deck and passengers in this area will be exposed to the elements and should plan accordingly. In the event of severe winds or inclement weather, crew will attempt to direct passengers to an indoor area of the ship. Note that indoor seating is not guaranteed and may not be within the same ticket class as was purchased.

Lake Map

3rd Deck Aft

Located on the third deck on the stern of the ship, this open air section is completely open to the elements, with casual, communal seating that makes it easy for passengers to mingle and make new friends.

Passengers seated on the third deck must travel to the second deck for buffet service, and bar service is offered on the third deck, weather permitting.

Please note that the Third Deck is an outdoor deck. Passengers will be exposed to the elements and should plan accordingly. In the event of severe winds or inclement weather, passengers will be directed to an indoor area of the ship.

Amenities
Lake Map

Buffet Service

For your convenience, the buffet will be open from the time you board the ship, until about 90 minutes after the cruise departs.

Our buffets are all-you-care-to-enjoy, and our galley crew will continue to prepare and replenish items throughout the cruise.

Lake Map

Bar Service

The M/S Mount Washington offers bar service on every deck of the ship, and our friendly and knowledgable bartenders are ready to assist you with soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails.

Be sure to take a look at our wide selection of beer, wine and beverages made locally in New Hampshire!

Please note that some bars may be closed due to inclement weather or on evenings with fewer passengers.

Lake Map

Entertainment

Every dinner cruise includes entertainment from the area's top live acts.

Entertainment will always be located on the Main Deck, with additional performance areas for weekends and special events located on the upper decks.

Lake Map

Gift Shop

Located on the Main Deck of the ship, the Gift Shop offers a wide variety of Lake Winnipesaukee items and M/S Mount Washington memoribilia.

In our 2022 season, be sure to browse our 150th Anniversary Collection, including limited edition items that can only be found on board.

Lake Map

Mount Memories

Photography Service

Remember your cruise with a photo souvenir – our photographers are available during boarding and throughout the cruise to capture professional snapshots of your time on board.

Each photo will be sent to your mobile phone or email address to review, and in just a few clicks you can purchase and share with others.

Menu

Monday Evenings

Rolls & Butter

Tossed Salad Bar

Pasta Salad

Sweet & Sour Short Rib
with Peppers & Onions

Baked Haddock Anglaise

Vegan Pasta & Meatballs

Garlic Parmesan Cream Potatoes

Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Assorted Desserts

Wednesday Evenings

Rolls & Butter

Tossed Salad Bar

Potato Salad

Roasted Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Lemon Pepper Baked Haddock

Vegan Chorizo & Cauliflower Stir Fry

Macaroni & Cheese

Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Assorted Desserts

Friday Evenings

Rolls & Butter

Tossed Salad Bar

Pasta Salad

Assorted Sliced Fruit

Short Rib Stroganoff

Baked Haddock

Vegan Beef & Potato Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

Roasted Butternut Squash

Assorted Desserts

Saturday Evenings

Rolls & Butter

Tossed Salad Bar

Pasta Salad

Fruit Salad

BBQ Short Rib

Herb Roasted Chicken

Vegan Brown Rice Primavera

Roasted Red Potatoes

Roasted Summer Squash

Assorted Desserts

Sunday Evenings

Rolls & Butter

Tossed Salad Bar

Pasta Salad

Fruit Salad

Roasted Turkey with Stuffing & Gravy

Baked Haddock with Allspice Ritz Cracker Topping

Vegan Mac & Cheese

Rice Pilaf

Roasted Butternut Squash

Assorted Dessert Station


Please note that menus are for reference only, and are subject to change without notice.

If a member of your party has any food allergies, please call our Ticket Office at (603) 366-5531.


Beverage Menu
Entertainment

2025 Sunset Dinner Cruise Entertainment Schedule



Sun5/11Mothers Day BrunchMike Livingston & Chris Powers
Sat5/24American HeroesBoneshakerz Band & Mike Livingston
Sun5/25TBACharlie Chronopolis Duo
Wed6/25Sunset Dinner CruiseAmanda Dane
Fri6/27Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat6/28Sunset Dinner CruiseNo Limitz & Mike Livingston
Mon6/30Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Wed7/2Sunset Dinner CruiseAmanda Dane
Fri7/4July 4 Dinner CruiseNo Limitz, Jamie Hughes Duo & Johnny Angel
Sat7/5Sunset Dinner CruiseSwipe Right
Mon7/7Sunset Dinner CruiseLewis Goodwin
Wed7/9Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Fri7/11Sunset Lobster BakeMike Livingston
Sat7/12Sunset Dinner CruiseAmanda Dane Band & Mike Livingston
Mon7/14Sunset Dinner CruiseCharlie Chronopolis Duo
Wed7/16Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Fri7/18Sunset Dinner CruiseAmanda Dane Band
Sat7/19Sunset Dinner CruiseClub Soda & Casey Roop
Mon7/21Sunset Dinner CruisePaul Warnick Duo
Wed7/23Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Fri7/25Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat7/26Sunset Dinner CruiseClub Soda & Mike Livingston
Mon7/28Sunset Dinner CruiseLewis Goodwin
Wed7/30Sunset Dinner CruiseAmanda Dane
Fri8/1Sunset Dinner CruiseSwipe Right
Sat8/2Sunset Dinner CruiseSumX4 & Jamie Hughes
Mon8/4Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Wed8/6Sunset Dinner CruiseKitchen Party Duo
Fri8/8Lake Winnipesaukee DayNo Limitz & Mike Livingston
Sat8/9Sunset Dinner CruiseStray Dog Band & Mike Livingston
Mon8/11Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Wed8/13Sunset Dinner CruiseJohnny Angel
Sat8/16Sunset Dinner CruiseNow is Now Band & Jamie Hughes Duo
Mon8/18Sunset Dinner CruiseFreddie Catalfo
Wed8/20Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan
Fri8/22Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat8/23Sunset Dinner CruiseClub Soda & Mike Livingston
Mon8/25Sunset Dinner CruiseLewis Goodwin
Wed8/27Sunset Dinner CruiseCharlie Chronopolis Duo
Fri8/29Sunset Lobster BakeSumX4 Band
Sat8/30Sunset Dinner CruiseClub Soda & Rich Wallace
Sun8/31Sunset Dinner CruiseSugah Rush Band
Fri9/5Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat9/6Sunset Dinner CruiseNo Limitz & Mike Livingston
Sat9/13Sunset Dinner CruiseBoneshakerz Band & Paul Warnick
Fri9/19Sunset Dinner CruiseSumX4 Band
Sat9/20Sunset Dinner CruiseClub Soda & Stephen Dequire
Fri9/26Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat9/27Sunset Dinner CruiseSwipe Right & Mike Livingston
Sat10/4Sunset Dinner CruiseNo Limitz & Paul Warnick
Fri10/10Sunset Dinner CruiseMike Livingston
Sat10/11Sunset Dinner CruiseBoneshakerz Band & Mike Livingston
Sun10/12Sunset Dinner CruiseJustin Jordan & Mike Livingston
Fri10/17Sunset Dinner CruiseSumX4 Band
Sat10/18Sunset Dinner CruiseSwipe Right & Johnny Angel
Sat10/25Halloween Masquerade BallNo Limitz & Mike Livingston


Please note that the above information is for reference only, and entertainment is subject to change without notice.

Refunds & Exchanges

Refunds
All tickets are non-refundable, with the rare exception of a cruise that is canceled by us due to extreme weather or mechanical failure.

Exchanges
Passengers are able to exchange their tickets for an alternate cruise with 48 hours advance notice of the cruise. Ticket exchanges are subject to additional service fees.

Unused Tickets
Any ticket unused once the cruise departs will be eligible for 50% of the ticket value, minus service fees, toward tickets for another cruise.

FAQ

Are dogs permitted on the ship?
Only specially-trained service dogs are permitted. Service animals must be trained to perform a specific task for an individual with a disability. Emotional support animals are not permitted nor protected under ADA.

Can I bring my own food on board?
The M/S Mount Washington has a restaurant on board, and therefore does not allow outside food and beverage to be brought on board, with the exception of celebration cakes which we do not offer. If there is a dietary restriction or reason you may need to bring your own food, please contact our Ticket Office before you arrive for your cruise.

Can I bring a stroller on board?
Absolutely. However, we do ask that strollers remain on the Main Deck and are not carried to the upper decks. If the child does not require the use of the stoller while on board, please speak with a member of our deck crew and they can store it for you.

Are group discounts available?
Yes, we offer group discounts for parties of 20 or more with an advance reservation. Please contact our Ticket Office to speak with a group sales representative.

Is it possible to host a private function on a Sunday Brunch Cruise?
Yes, private rooms are available for parties or between 40 and 125 guests. For parties of more than 125, a ship charter will be required. For more information, please contact our function sales department.

ADDITIONAL HELPFUL INFORMATION

  • Times listed are departure times. Plan to arrive at the port 30 minutes prior to boarding to find parking, secure your tickets and and walk to the dock.
  • Metered parking and paid parking lots are available at Weirs Beach. If parking at a meter, please note that Weirs Beach has 2 hour, 3 hour, and 5 hour meters. Mount Washington Cruises is not responsible for fined vehicles due to expired meters.
  • If you or a member of your party becomes ill prior to the cruise, your entire party should remain home. Please contact our Ticket Office ASAP to discuss alternative arrangements.
  • For the safety and comfort of all passengers, all vessels in the Winnipesaukee Fleet are non-smoking.
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