If you’re looking for something alternative to do in the city then look no further than Mersey Ferries, who have announced their exciting line up of cruises for 2024!
From tribute cruises to festival cruises to sightseeing cruises, there’s something for everyone with their diverse programme of events on the Mersey! Here’s what’s on….
FunnyBoyz Drag Queen Cruise: Sat 25th May & Fri 26th July
Get on board for a hilarious drag cruise as Liverpool’s most fabulous drag queens, Funnyboyz, take over the ferry for an evening of fun at sea! A drag extravaganza like no other, you can expect an all singing and all dancing showcase with loads of interactive entertainment! Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Old Skool 90s House Night: Fri 31st May & Fri 4th Oct
Taking it back to the 90s for a night of classic house music, expect to hear some Techno, Club Classics, Old Skool and Retro House chart hits like ‘No Limit’, ‘Ride on Time’, ‘Show Me Love’ and more from a live DJ as you cruise along the Mersey. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Ultimate Indie Cruise: Sat 1st June
Join talented local artist Marc Kenny on board the world-famous Mersey Ferry for a night of classic indie hits from top bands like The Coral, Kasabian, The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, Kaiser Chiefs and many more. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Night At The Movies Cruise: Fri 7th June
Hop onboard the iconic Mersey Ferry for the ultimate live sing-along tribute show, featuring all of your favourite tracks from films like Grease, Dirty Dancing, Mamma Mia! Footloose, Saturday Night Fever and many more. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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90s Party Cruise: Fri 14th June & Fri 6th Sept
An evening of 90s nostalgia as you sail along the Mersey to the sound of pure pop perfection. From Britney to the Spice Girls, and all the boy bands you could dream of in-between, the on-board DJ will be spinning hit after nostalgic hit. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Merseybeat Cruise: Sat 15th June
A celebration of the Merseybeat Era with Merseybeat tribute band: Searchin’. Recreate the magic of the Royal Iris Riverboat Shuffle cruises with music from the famous Beat groups from Liverpool, classic hits from The Beatles, The Swinging Blue Jeans, Gerry and the Pacemakers and many others from the fabulous sixties. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Ultimate Rock Cruise: Fri 28th June
Enjoy a night of classic rock hits as you sail along the River Mersey, with live music from a fantastic local band, Safehouse. The 5-piece band will be playing covers from all your favourite rock icons, like Queen, Free, Led Zeppelin, Billy Idol, Stereophonics, ZZ Top, AC/DC, Foo Fighters, The Clash and Bon Jovi. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Madonna Tribute Cruise: Fri 5th July
The UK’s No.1 Madonna tribute act, Jodie Jackson, is onboard the iconic Mersey Ferry as ‘Miss Madonna’. Are you ready to get ‘Into the Groove’ and party like you’re on ‘Holiday’? If you’re a ‘Material Girl’ who knows how to ‘Vogue’ then prepare to ‘Take A Bow’ because this is the Evening Cruise for you. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Noughties To Now Cruise: Sat 6th July & Sat 5th Oct
A night of noughties nostalgia, as you take a trip back in time and dance the night away to the best music from 2000 – 2024. Featuring music from The Killers, Kylie Minogue, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Lewis Capaldi, Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift and more. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Fezzy Cross The Mersey: Sat 10th Aug
Set sail for 6 hours of live music, with summer festival vibes on the River Mersey and music from top acts. This year’s incredible line-up includes 90’s dance duo 2Funky2, known for their classic dance anthem ‘Brothers and Sisters’ and electronic legends K Klass. Meanwhile, local singer-songwriter Tricia McTeague will be turning the River Mersey into an electronic dance utopia.
International DJ/ Producer Lee Morisson is back on board spinning his renowned bootlegs and mashups into the evening. Plus, one of Mersey Ferries’ most popular Evening Cruise artists Marc Kenny will perform a special set full of classic rock and pop hits! Tickets £48, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 12.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 12.45pm.
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Queen Tribute Cruise: Fri 16th Aug
Join rock band Dr Strangelove on the world-famous Mersey Ferry for a celebration of Queen! Get ready to go on a journey through Queen’s greatest hits, including ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, ‘Killer Queen’, ‘A Kind of Magic’, ‘Hammer To Fall’ and ‘Radio Ga Ga’, along with fan favourite album cuts spanning the band’s career. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Xebra Cruise: Sat 7th Sept
An evening with Xebra — a fantastic local band, known for covering a range of popular bands and solo artists from Eddie Cochran to Bruno Mars, The Beatles to Oasis, The Who to Rag ‘n’ Bone Man and loads more in-between. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Xander & The Peace Pirates Cruise: Fri 13th Sept
With a residency at The Cavern Club, the legendary local band has toured with international rock stars like Joe Bonamassa, Joe Satriani, Bernie Marsden and others. Xander & The Peace Pirates with be playing a mixture of their original songs and fantastic covers from artist such as Prince, White Stripes and Jimi Hendrix. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Taylor Swift Tribute Cruise: Fri 20th Sept
Calling all Swifties! It’s time to ‘Shake it Off’ and celebrate all things Taylor. Get on your ‘nice dress’, ‘red lips and rosy cheeks’ on the iconic Mersey Ferry for a night filled with your ‘Wildest Dreams’. The fabulous Lauren Green will be performing all Taylor’s greatest hits from Fearless, Red, 1989, Lover, Midnight and more. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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70s Disco Cruise: Sat 21st Sept
Dig out your flares and platform boots, it’s time for a 70’s ‘D.I.S.C.O’! The live onboard DJ will be spinning the hits, so you can get your groove on to all the classic 70’s disco hits from Bee Gees; Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge, Boney M., Candi Staton, CHIC and many more disco classics. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Dance & House Cruise: Fri 27th Sept
Get ready for a night of dance and house anthems on the world-famous Mersey Ferry. The live DJ will play all the biggest and best house and dance music belters from artists at the top of their game like David Guetta, Peggy Gou, Calvin Harris, Swedish House Mafia, Becky Hill and Joel Corry. Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Monster Mash Halloween Cruise: Fri 25th Oct
Get your ghoulish make-up at the ready for the Halloween Evening Cruise! The live DJ will be blasting blood-curdling beats from the 60s to now and fancy dress is highly encouraged, so be prepared to rub shoulders with some very peculiar passengers on this creepy cruise! Tickets £23, departing at Seacombe Ferry at 7.30pm and Liverpool Gerry Marsden and 7.45pm.
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Liverpool Bay Cruises: Various Dates
During the three-hour cruise, you’ll enjoy incredible scenery and learn more about the fascinating history and geography of the River Mersey and Liverpool Bay with expert commentary from a Blue Badge Guide. The cruise offers incredible panoramic views of the river as you sail past Royal Seaforth Docks, Fort Perch Rock at New Brighton and along the Crosby Channel towards Blundellsands and Formby.
The cruise features live music from The Liverpool Shanty Kings, and the fully licensed bar will be open throughout, so you can buy snacks and drinks. This one-of-a-kind sightseeing cruise is the perfect day trip for everyone to enjoy. Various dates are available for this unique experience.
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Get On Board!
With a diverse programme of incredible entertainment booked in for 2024, Mersey Ferries have something for everyone — from incredible entertainment cruises to fascinating sightseeing cruises! For something fun and alternative to do in the city, book now and get on board!
For more information about all cruises please visit the Mersey Ferries website here.
