Specialty Cruises

Wine Down Wednesdays
Wednesday Evenings July - October

Escape the crowds with a semi-private wine tasting offered by a local winery expert on The Discovery.  As we cruise the bay, the beautiful backdrop will serve as the perfect pairing. We will also have snacks and additional beverages for purchase while all of your pressing wine questions are answered.

Truly a unique experience co-hosted by Lake District Wine Company on 8th Street in Traverse City.

To participate, add the $20 Wine Tasting Package when purchasing your cruise ticket (must be 21 or over with valid ID).

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Cherry Festival Air Show Cruise
July 4 and 5, 2026, 1:00 - 4:00

Experience the air show like no other! Join us on board The Discovery during the 2026 air show while we cruise the beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay. On board The Discovery you'll get optimal viewing of the entire show and see why The Discovery is the best seat in the house. We limit seating for this cruise to ensure all our passengers can comfortably enjoy this experience. 

Free parking

Onboard bathrooms

Food & Snacks available for purchase

Rates: $79 - Adults (13-64), $69 - Seniors (65+), $55 - Kids (2-12)

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National Cherry Festival Sunset and Fireworks
July 4 and 11, 2026, 8:00 - 11:00 pm

Avoid the crowds and the traffic and relax on The Discovery for a Sunset Cruise then stay onboard and enoy the Fireworks from our floating venue with panoramic windows and outdoor patio seating. Food & drink specials all evening!

Free Parking

Restrooms onboard

Rates: $95 - Adults (13-64), $95 - Seniors (65+), $75 - Kids (2-12)

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Cruisin4Community Fundraiser
September 25, 2026, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Come join us for a fun-filled evening as we share a catered meal, enjoy a welcome drink and have two hours of sailing on the beautiful West Grand Traverse Bay!

100% of all ticket sales will directly support: Mt. Holiday and Step Up Northern Michigan

C4C has become a special evening of connection, gratitude, and community, as we cruise around West Bay with friends, supporters, and local changemakers. 

For more info or to buy tickets visit the Performance Chiropractic website.

This event is made possible by the generosity of these sponsors:

* BECK BODE , Performance Chiropractic , Jimmy John's ,  Apex Pest Pros , Global Remediation Technologies , Honor Bank, and a local anonymous donor.

One Very Happy Hour
5:30 - 6:30 on Select Dates June - October
  • Happy Hour includes drink specials for those 21 and over with valid ID
  • Complimentary snacks
  • One very Happy Hour scenic cruise along the shoreline of the West Bay
  • Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure
  • Onboard beverage and snack bars (No outside food or beverage permitted)
  • Restrooms available onboard
  • Indoor climate-controlled seating on the lower deck, with patio-style seating and outdoor observation areas available on the upper deck
  • Only $20!

Tickets can be booked in one of 2 ways:

  1. Click on the Book Now link on any page of this website
  2. Visit the dock 30 minutes to an hour before departure to check availability and purchase a ticket with a crewmember

PLEASE REVIEW THE KNOW BEFORE YOU GO PAGE IN PREPARATION FOR YOUR CRUISE.

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