Why limit your Juneau Maritime Festival activities to the shore? Join us on May 9th and get out on the water with one of our Harbor Cruises! Enjoy the live entertainment of your choice and a no-host bar featuring beer, wine, a limited alcohol selection as well as Allen Marine Tours’ classic “Glacier-itas”. There will also be complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available, all while you tour around beautiful downtown Juneau’s surrounding waterways!
Trip 1: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm – Kids Cruise hosted by Juneau Public Libraries
Join Juneau Public Librarians in singing silly sailing songs and sharing superb sailor stories as we sail our southeastern seas. Simple yet satisfying craft will be supplied.
Trip 2: 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm – Gastineau Channel Historical Society’s Rich Mattson
Join us on the water for an engaging afternoon with Rich Mattson of the Gastineau Channel Historical Society, as he shares the rich history of the region right from the harbor where it all unfolded. It’s a unique chance to hear fascinating stories about the area while taking in the sights of the channel firsthand. Rich brings a deep knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for local history that makes the past feel surprisingly alive. Come aboard for a cruise that’s as informative as it is enjoyable.
Trip 3: 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm – Live Music Cruise hosted by Sunny Porch
Sunny Porch is the acoustic duo of Melanie Brown (vocals and guitar) and Marcus Beckmann (bass guitar). Their latest album, The Sound of This Place is a collection of love songs to the Alaska environment that inspired their creation. https://sunnyporchalaska.com/
Trip 4: 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm – Sailor Sing-a-Long with Vox Borealis
Join festival favorite Vox Borealis as they perform classic sea shanties while you cruise the harbor. It’s a fun and unique way to enjoy the sights of the waterfront while taking in some great live music. The group brings warmth and energy to every performance, making for a lively atmosphere on deck. Come aboard, kick back, and enjoy the ride.
Tickets prices:
$25 – age 12 and up
$10 – Age 2-12
Under 2 yrs old – FREE!
This event is sponsored by Allen Marine Tours, Supporting Southeast Alaska Through Tourism!
Thanks to Delta Western for providing fuel!
Boarding for all harbor cruises will be at the PFO float again this year. Zoom in on the map at left for details. The PFO float is behind the CT dock, and we will post signs on May 9th to guide you from the festival grounds to harbor cruise boarding.