About This Event
AFROWAVES: YOUTH DAY Afrobeats & Amapiano Boat Party Yacht 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. Boarding begins at 10:00 PM, departure is at 10:45 PM, the cruise returns at 1:30 AM, and the event ends at 2:00 AM.
The event includes a 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor with views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and the Freedom Tower. Music is provided by DJ INO and DJ MUDIA, with Afrobeats and Amapiano featured alongside Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae, Latin music, Reggaeton, Pop, Top 40, and Oldies on multiple dance floors.
The yacht offers an open-air deck, climate-controlled cabins, two large indoor dance floors, indoor sitting areas, waitress service, and drinks delivered to your table. Food is available for purchase. VIP bottle service and sections are available, and VIP tickets include express line entry and access to a VIP area only if one is designated on that cruise.
- Rain or shine
- 21+ with physical ID required
- Dress code: dress to impress; no hats, Tims/boots, joggers, sweats, or basketball shorts
- Free street parking is available around the pier; parking garages near the pier average $40 per vehicle
- Balloons and cakes are permitted; no other outside food is allowed
Reservations and bottle service inquiries can be made by email at rsvp@iboatnyc.com or by call/text at (646) 263-4593.
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