SPECIAL EVENT
Lake Winnipesaukee Day
August 9, 2024 • 4:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Adults: $46, Children: $26, Dockside Entry: FREE
Lake Winnipesaukee Day is a new festival in celebration of the benefits Winnipesaukee offers to all.
Hosted on the second Friday of August, the event features food trucks, outdoor vendors, a dance party at the town docks, and the area’s only outdoor laser show.
The M/S Mount Washington will be dockside at the event, offering three decks of live entertainment, cocktail and food service, and elevated viewing of the festivities and laser show. The ship will also transport passengers from Weirs Beach to the event, for a fun and traffic-free way to experience this annual festival.
Participating Organizations:
- Mount Washington Cruises
- Wolfeboro Waters
- Wentworth Watershed Association
- Lake Winnipesaukee Association
- Lakes Region Conservation Trust
- Society for the Protection of NH Forests
- NH Lakes
- Mount Washington Observatory
- Girl Scouts
- American Legion
- Marine Patrol
- Wolfeboro Fire and Rescue
- Wolfeboro Parks and Rec. with Cornhole
- Wolfeboro Historical Society
- Wolfeboro Police Department
- Wolfeboro Public Library
Food and Beverage: TBD
Entertainment:
- M/S Mount Washington
- Pinnacle Laser Lights
- Dave Ayotte Duo
- TBD
Sponsors: TBD
Please note that this cruise is rain or shine. Mount Washington Cruises is not responsible for event components that may be canceled or postponed due to weather or technical difficulties.
| 4:30 PM | Departure from Weirs Beach
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| 5:45 PM | Arrival at Wolfeboro |
| 6:00 PM | Winnipesaukee Day Festival
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| 9:00 PM | Dance Party & Laser Show |
| 10:00 PM | Departure from Wolfeboro
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| 11:00 PM | Arrival at Weirs Beach |
SPECIAL EVENT
Lake Winnipesaukee Day
August 9, 2024
4:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Inspired by the official celebration of the Mount Washington's 150th Anniversary in 2022, "Lake Winnipesaukee Day" is a new festival in celebration of the benefits Winnipesaukee offers to all.
Hosted on the second Friday of August, the event features food trucks, outdoor vendors, a dance party at the town docks, and the area’s only outdoor laser show.
The M/S Mount Washington will be dockside at the event, offering three decks of live entertainment, cocktail and food service, and elevated viewing of the festivities and laser show. The ship will also transport passengers from Weirs Beach to the event, for a fun and traffic-free way to experience this annual festival.
Participating Organizations:
- Wolfeboro Waters
- Wentworth Watershed Association
- Lake Winnipesaukee Association
- Lakes Region Conservation Trust
- Society for the Protection of NH Forests
- NH Lakes
- Mount Washington Observatory
- Girl Scouts
- American Legion
- Marine Patrol
- Wolfeboro Fire and Rescue
- Wolfeboro Parks and Rec. with Cornhole
- Wolfeboro Historical Society
- Wolfeboro Police Department
- Wolfeboro Public Library
Entertainment:
- M/S Mount Washington
- Pinnacle Laser Lights
- Dave Ayotte Duo
- TBD
Please note that this cruise is rain or shine. Mount Washington Cruises is not responsible for event components that may be canceled or postponed due to weather or technical difficulties.
Tickets
All passengers are required to have a ticket, regardless of age.
General Admission Tickets – $46 per adult, $26 per child
General Admission passengers will board the ship from Weirs Beach. This ticket includes the cruise to Wolfeboro at the beginning of the event, and the return cruise after the laser show.
Dockside Entry Tickets – FREE
For guests in Wolfeboro who want to come on board the Mount Washington while dockside, the ship will offer food, bars and dancing until 10:00 PM when the ship returns to Weirs Beach. The ship gives you a unique perspective of the event, including viewing of the laser show.
Pre-Paid Parking at Weirs Beach – $10
Meters at Weirs Beach can be filled up to 5 hours, and parking may be at a premium for any of our ports. Purchasing parking in advance may save you time upon arrival. Parking is available on a very limited basis, so book early to reserve your spot.
Amenities
Food Service
For your convenience, food stations will be located around the ship with a wide variety of items for sale, including snacks, ice cream, burgers, sandwiches, and more.
Bar Service
The M/S Mount Washigton 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.
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.
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.
Menu
The food menu for this special event is coming soon.
Entertainment
COMING SOON!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.