2023 Public Cruise Schedule

Empire Sandy Public Cruises for 2023

Father’s Day Cruise – June 18th

Join us as we celebrate Father’s Day on the lake! Take beautiful family photos against the backdrop of stunning views of the city skyline onboard Canada’s largest sailing ship. This cruise features, a three hour harbour and lake cruise with DJ entertainment, our superb new butler-style passed hors d’oeuvres service and cash bar. Every guest will be a VIP as they take in the magical scenery and relax while our experienced, professional wait staff serve a delicious array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Our menu has been personally created by our award-winning French chef and all of our cuisine is prepared in-house with select fresh, local ingredients. This will be an event to remember for you and your guests as 10,000 sq ft of sails billow overhead and we share our elegant food service experience with you. As a final touch to your enchanted evening, we will provide our in-house prepared, fresh chocolate dipped strawberries upon disembarking to all guests.

Date: Sunday June 18, 2023

Boarding: 1:30pm
Sailing: 2:00pm
Return 5:00pm

Tickets
Adults: $120.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children 10 and under: $75.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children three and under free

Buy Tickets for the Father’s Day Cruise

Please contact us by filling out our information request form, send us an email info@empiresandy.com, or telephone 416-364-3244


Canada Day Fireworks Cruise – July 1st

Join us as we celebrate our incredible country on our Canada Day Public Cruise! Watch fireworks all around the harbour against the backdrop of stunning views of the city skyline onboard Canada’s largest sailing ship. This cruise features, a three hour harbour and lake cruise with DJ entertainment, our superb new butler-style passed hors d’oeuvres service and cash bar. Every guest will be a VIP as they take in the magical scenery and relax while our experienced, professional wait staff serve a delicious array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Our menu has been personally created by our award-winning French chef and all of our cuisine is prepared in-house with select fresh, local ingredients. This will be an event to remember for you and your guests as 10,000 sq ft of sails billow overhead and we share our elegant food service experience with you. As a final touch to your enchanted evening, we will provide our in-house prepared, fresh chocolate dipped strawberries upon disembarking to all guests.

Date: Saturday July 1, 2023

Boarding: 7:30pm
Sailing: 8:00pm
Return 11:00pm

Tickets
Adults: $120.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children 10 and under: $75.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children three and under free

Buy Tickets for the Canada Day Fireworks Cruise

Please contact us by filling out our information request form, send us an email info@empiresandy.com, or telephone 416-364-3244


Full Moon Blues Cruise – July 3rd

Join us on our Full Moon Blues Cruise, for a memorable, jazzy night under the stars with stunning views of the city skyline, onboard Canada’s largest sailing ship. We are excited to bring back the swinging beats of our favourite blues band, the Blue Room! They will perform live sets for you to groove to! Aside from this incredible live band experience, this cruise features a three hour harbour and lake cruise, our superb new butler-style passed hors d’oeuvres service, and cash bar. Every guest will be a VIP as they take in the magical scenery and relax while our experienced, professional wait staff serve a delicious array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Our menu has been personally created by our award-winning French chef and all of our cuisine is prepared in-house with select fresh, local ingredients. This will be an event to remember for you and your guests as 10,000 sq ft of sails billow overhead and we share our elegant food service experience with you. As a final touch to your enchanted evening, we will provide our in-house prepared, fresh chocolate dipped strawberries upon disembarking to all guests.

Date: Monday July 3, 2023

Boarding: 7:30pm
Sailing: 8:00pm
Return 11:00pm

Tickets
Adults: $120.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children 10 and under: $75.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children three and under free

Buy Tickets for the Full Moon Blues Cruise

Please contact us by filling out our information request form, send us an email info@empiresandy.com, or telephone 416-364-3244


Toronto AHOY! Pirate Cruise – July 22nd *SOLD OUT*

ARRGGH Mateys! Avast ye pirates of Ontario! It’s time to weigh the anchor and hoist the sails as we take to the open seas (well, Lake Ontario) for an exciting pirate themed cruise onboard Canada’s largest sailing ship. This cruise features a three hour harbour and lake cruise, roaming story-telling pirates, a cannon salute from our onboard antique cannons and a our in house pirate DJ spinning a yo-ho-ho mix of sea shanty’s and guest requests. Our guest pirates will enjoy serve a delicious array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres with a cash bar available. Our menu has been personally created by our award-winning French chef and all of our cuisine is prepared in-house with select fresh, local ingredients. Our little pirate guests will have the opportunity to choose a treasure from our Empire Sandy Chest of Pirate Booty through out the course of the cruise. Grab your favourite pirate outfit, your hats ‘n jolly rogers flags (don’t forget your parrot and fake swords) and sail with the majestic Empire Sandy for a pirate event to remember!

Date: Saturday July 22, 2023

Boarding: 1:00pm
Sailing: 1:30pm
Return 4:30pm

Tickets
Adults: $120.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children 10 and under: $75.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children three and under free

Please contact us by filling out our information request form, send us an email info@empiresandy.com, or telephone 416-364-3244


Canal Days Cruises in Port Colborne August 3-8

2023 celebrates the 45th Annual Canal Days Marine Heritage Festival in Port Colborne, offering activities and attractions for the whole family. Each year more than 300,000 people visit this unique festival.

Morning, afternoon and evening cruises aboard the Empire Sandy will be taking place all week long. The unique cruise through the historic locks of the Welland Canal, allows passengers to enjoy the sights of the engineering marvels.

Buy Tickets for Canal Days Cruises and learn more about the Canal Days festival


Canadian International Air Show Cruise – September 2nd

Join us on our Air Show Cruise, for an exciting afternoon of jam-packed air displays showcasing modern military jets, vintage warbirds, thrilling aerobatics and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds celebrating their 50th season, all from on the deck of Canada’s largest sailing ship. This cruise features a three hour harbour and lake cruise with DJ entertainment, our superb new butler-style passed hors d’oeuvres service and cash bar. Every guest will be a VIP as they take in the magical scenery and relax while our experienced, professional wait staff serve a delicious array of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Our menu has been personally created by our award-winning French chef and all of our cuisine is prepared in-house with select fresh, local ingredients. This will be an event to remember for you and your guests as 10,000 sq ft of sails billow overhead and we share our elegant food service experience with you. As a final touch to your enchanted evening, we will provide our in-house prepared, fresh chocolate dipped strawberries upon disembarking to all guests.

Date: Saturday September 2, 2023

Boarding: 12:30pm
Sailing: 1:00pm
Return 4:00pm

Tickets
Adults: $120.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children 10 and under: $75.00 per person plus applicable taxes
Children three and under free

Buy Tickets for the Air Show Cruise

Please contact us by filling out our information request form, send us an email info@empiresandy.com, or telephone 416-364-3244