Empress Yacht San Francisco New Year's Eve 2025 Party Cruise

• 21 and Over

• Standard Open Bar | 10 PM - 1 AM
• Complimentary Appetizers | 10 PM - 1 AM

Enter 2025 on a NYE party cruise in the Golden City aboard the Empress Yacht! We’re ending the year with a bang; cruising on The Bay, dancing, drinking, and getting the absolute best views of the annual fireworks show. Sounds like fun, doesn’t it? Order your tickets to this superb San Francisco New Year’s Eve yacht party now, before it’s too late.

End the year on the double-decker beauty known formerly as The Empress. A truly stylish vessel, this yacht sports hardwood finishings throughout its climate-controlled interior, and panoramic window displays on each deck. Take in the truly astonishing views of The Bay, and enjoy a sweet vantage point for the yearly fireworks show.

We’re not done yet, there’s a whole lot more to this epic San Francisco New Year's Eve party than just sights. From the moment you step aboard, you’ll hear the sounds of our live DJ cutting it up with a mix of the latest and greatest hits, anthems, and bangers. Grab a tasty app from the tray-passed hors d’oeuvres, then become acquainted with the bartender as you take advantage of the 3-hour open bar.

Don’t be shy, get social with us!! We know how much you just love capturing memories on that phone of yours. Why not share those memories with the rest of us on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook? We wanna see all those awesome pics and vids too! So you better not forget to tag us. While you’re at it, use hashtag #NYEOnTheBay so everyone knows where the real party’s at.

We’ve told you everything needed to know about our San Francisco New Years Eve yacht party. Now all that’s left is to tell your friends, make those plans, maybe a new fit for the night, and order those tickets. Hurry, because these tickets won’t last long.

Empress Yacht San Francisco

Pier 40 @ 89 King Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

• BOARDING: 9:30 PM
• DEPARTING: 10:00 PM
• RETURNING: 1:00 AM

• The boat is scheduled to depart the dock at 10:00 PM sharp
• Please allow plenty of travel time
• NewYears.com is not responsible if you miss boarding the boat

Golden Ticket

Ticket Price is PER PERSON and includes the following amenities:

Admission to the event, as well as:

• Access to both decks of the Empress Yacht
• (3) Hour OPEN BAR from 10 PM - 1 AM
• (3) Hours of Complimentary Appetizers from 10 PM - 1 AM
• Complimentary Toast at Midnight

REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE:

• This ticket provides standing room only - Limited seating may be available but is not guaranteed
• All guests MUST be age 21+
• All guests MUST present a valid form of government-issued photo ID to enter the event; Passport, US Driver's License or Canada Driver's License ONLY
• Purchasers may be required to submit a Credit Card Authorization Form after the ticket order is processed
• Coat check NOT included - A mandatory coat check fee between $5-10 may apply at venue discretion

• Tickets for this event provide guests with access to a New Year's Eve party taking place on a boat
• All cruise sights, destinations, and itineraries are subject to change without notice as determined by US Coast Guard, local authorities, or event staff (Unforeseen restrictions may be enforced the night of the event)
• Large crowds should be expected and you may be required to wait outside for a period of time (Show up early and help reduce the wait time)
• This event will take place regardless of weather conditions
• NewYears.com is not liable, nor is refund or credit warranted, for claims due to changes in cruise schedule or itinerary
• Fireworks display provided at the discretion of local authorities (weather permitting)

• Tickets are sold on an on-demand / dynamic basis, meaning the price increases as ticket availability goes down. New Year's Eve ticket prices often go up significantly (100% +) the closer it gets to December 31st . IMPORTANT: Events will sell out in advance of NYE.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Pier 40, 89 King Street, San Francisco, United States