MIDDAY AND EVENING SPECIALTY CRUISES

From festive holiday cruises like Valentine's Day and New Year’s Eve to lively themed events like Tribute to the King, each specialty cruise offers a unique blend of entertainment, dining, and unforgettable river views. Make your next celebration one to remember—on the Cumberland River!

LIMITED TIME DOCKSIDE DISCOUNT

The General Jackson will remain dockside and will not cruise the Cumberland River now thru 9/13 but the show must go on! Enjoy live entertainment and a chef-prepared meal aboard the showboat at a special discounted rate for the lunch or dinner show. Get all the music, energy, and Southern flavor, just steps from shore.

MURDER MYSTERY CRUISE PRESENTED BY MURDER AND MERRIMENT

Join us on October 4 for a thrilling Murder Mystery Cruise aboard the General Jackson. Set in 1943, a romantic night takes a deadly turn as cabaret singer Ruby Belle Castle becomes the target of a shocking murder plot. Enjoy a delicious plated dinner, scenic river views, and an evening of mystery, laughter, and surprises.

YACHT ROCK CRUISE FEATURING NASHVILLE YACHT CLUB BAND

Turn up the yacht vibes and cruise in style with The Nashville Yacht Club Band performing your favorite soft rock classics. Enjoy a laid back night of live music on the water as well as food and beverages available for purchase onboard.

FALL FOLIAGE CRUISE

Celebrate the beauty of the season aboard the General Jackson Showboat with a special Fall Foliage Cruise.

Enjoy live music performed by the cast on the open-air Hurricane Deck as you sail upstream, surrounded by vibrant autumn colors. Light food and beverages will be available for purchase, making this a perfect way to relax and take in the crisp fall air.

*The timing and vibrancy of fall foliage are subject to natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

HALLOWEEN FUN CRUISE

Get ready to groove with the ghouls! Join us aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a spooktacular Halloween Cruise featuring Gary and the Ghouls—live in the Victorian Theater. Light bites and drinks will be available for purchase—costumes encouraged!

HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT CRUISE: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE

Make holiday memories on the river on November 29 with a special movie showing of It’s a Wonderful Life aboard the General Jackson Showboat. From the warm glow of the season to the comfort of a classic film, this floating cinema experience is simply wonderful.

TRIBUTE TO THE KING CRUISE

Memories and nostalgia collide during this event. Join us on December 29, 2026, as we celebrate the life and artistry of one of the world's greatest musical icons and the impact he has had on our lives through the music of the King!

NEW YEAR'S EVE CRUISE

New Year's Eve aboard the General Jackson promises to be an unforgettable evening. Enjoy a sumptuous four-course dinner while you are serenaded to romantic music in a glittering ballroom.