About This Event
AfroWaves: Afrobeats & Amapiano Boat Party Concert Cruise NYC takes place at Pier 78 at Hudson River Park, 455 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10018, on June 20, 2026 at 10:00 PM. The cruise is presented as a 3-hour NYC harbor experience with views of the Manhattan skyline, including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and the Freedom Tower.
AfroWaves features multiple dance floors across three levels, including an open-air deck and two indoor floors. Live DJs play Afrobeats, Amapiano, Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae, Latin music, Reggaeton, Pop, Top 40, and oldies. Rain or shine, the boat includes climate-controlled cabins, indoor sitting areas, and two large indoor dance floors.
Additional details listed for the cruise include waitress service, drinks ordered directly to the table, and food available for purchase. VIP bottle service and sections are available, and VIP ticketing includes express line entry and access to a VIP area when one is designated for a particular cruise.
Boarding begins at 10:00 PM, departure is at 10:45 PM, return is at 1:30 AM, and the event ends at 2:00 AM. It is 21 and over with a physical ID required. The dress code is dress to impress, with no hats, Tims/boots, joggers, sweats, or basketball shorts.
- Organizer: iBoatNYC
- Reservations: rsvp@iboatnyc.com
- Call or text: Allan at (646) 263-4593
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