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Charles River Boat Company - Boston Harbor

All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $11,000

Guest capacity

Up to 80 seated guests

About this venue

Charles Riverboat Company Boston Harbor offers three classic vessels to host the ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner, or engagement party of your dreams. Our boats offer the perfect setting for experiencing breathtaking views of Boston Harbor. Covered canopy decks offer a magnificent setting for a wedding ceremony, reception, and a dance floor! All chartered events offer a full-service premium bar and a variety of catering options. The possibilities for your wedding event are endless. Have your wedding with the Charles Riverboat Company - Boston Harbor and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Seated guest capacity

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Venue setting

• Covered Outdoor

Our event spaces

The charles i, the lexington, the valiant, the carousel, the henry longfellow.

Charles I is a custom designed 75’ classic riverboat perfect for cruising The Charles River and Boston’s inner harbor.

All privately chartered events offer a full service premium bar and a variety of catering options. Our riverboats are ideal for a traditional New England Clambake Dinner or an elegant Sunset Cocktail Cruise. Guests will experience unique, memorable views of the Boston skyline from the observation decks onboard the Charles I.

10-60 Seated

10-75 Standing

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“ Warm and cozy ”

Included in this room:

- All Event Staff - All tables, chairs, linens, and standard floral centerpiece - Boat Captain

Lexington offers the perfect setting for a classic New England style wedding.

The Lexington is a custom designed 75’ authentic two level paddle wheel boat cruising the Boston Harbor. All privately chartered events offer a full service premium bar and a variety of catering options. Lexington’s two levels give ample room for cocktails on the open air upper deck and a sit down dinner. Guests aboard the Lexington will experience spectacular views of the Boston skyline like they’ve never seen before. The Lexington departs from scenic Rowes Wharf in Boston Harbor

10-90 Seated

10-110 Standing

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

“ Relaxed ”

- All event staff - All table linens and basic floral centerpiece - Boat captain

$3,800 for 4 hours plus $675 for each additional hour

Yacht Valiant provides a upscale and sophisticated New England style space perfect for celebrating out on the water!

Valiant is an elegant 97′ yacht, uniquely serving the waters of Boston Harbor. This vessel boasts a traditional salon area with a full bar, connecting to a wicker-furnished fantail. Her extended bow is ideal for capturing that perfect photograph or taking in the spectacular views of Boston Harbor. The Valiant’s large canopy deck offers a magnificent setting for a ceremony and/or seated dinner. Valiant departs from Rowes Wharf in Boston Harbor.

10-48 Seated

10-100 Standing

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

“ Luxurious and chic ”

$5000 for 4 hours plus $775 for each additional hour

Carousel allows the experience of owning your own private yacht. Perfect for small intimate ceremonies, photo shoots, and proposals.

The Carousel is a 49’ Eastbay Express offering both outdoor seating and ample interior dining space. A Carousel cruise provides the perfect vantage point for taking in the sights of Historical Boston Harbor and the Charles River. As the fleet’s most intimate vessel, the Carousel is available for private charters of up to 6 guests. Guests may bring their own food and beverages onboard. The Carousel departs from Rowes Wharf in the Boston Harbor with other locations available by request.

Up to 6 Seated

Up to 6 Standing

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Couples luncheon, Baraat, Cocktail hour

- Boat Captain - tables and chairs - glassware and ice for beverages

$1,450 for 2 hours plus $400 for each additional hour

The Henry Longfellow is a 65’ classic riverboat, custom designed for cruising the Charles River and Boston’s inner harbor.

All privately chartered events offer a full service premium bar and a variety of catering options. The Henry Longfellow riverboat is ideal for a traditional New England Clambake Dinner or an elegant Sunset Cocktail Cruise. Guests will enjoy scenic views of the Charles River and Boston Harbor from an exceptional vantage point on board the Henry Longfellow.

10-40 Seated

10-60 Standing

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Other, Cocktail hour

Available services that can be provided by Charles River Boat Company - Boston Harbor

Services & amenities.

• Bar services
• Catering services
• Dance floor
• Event coordinator
• Event rentals
• Event staff
• Liability insurance
• Lighting/Sound
• Service staff

Top Notch Service

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Charles Riverboat Company! From the very beginning of just searching around for a venue, to the wedding, and days after, the staff were incredibly responsive and helpful. They are so attentive and answered all my questions. Planning a wedding from across the country is challenging, but CRBC made it the best & most simplified experience. I would 100% do it again.

Charles Riverboat Company saved our wedding!

We had a small wedding on the Charles Riverboat Company's Valiant, and it was absolutely perfect! Like many couples this year, this was our second attempt at a wedding, and Melissa made it so easy to re-plan our ceremony and reception, all in a month's time. The staff was so accommodating to what we wanted for our celebration while taking all precautions to keep everyone safe - guests are still raving about how great our wedding was! The views of Boston and experience of seeing it at sunset from the water was incredible for both those that live in the area and those traveling from a bit further. We kept looking at each other during the event saying our wedding turned out even better than we originally planned. Thank you for making our amazing day happen and being a true bright spot in 2020!

Capers Catering & Charles Riverboat Company

Our team has had a wonderful experience working with the team at the Charles Riverboat Company for years. They are friendly, efficient, and responsive! We love working on their boats and highly recommend them.

Absolutely perfect - elegant, timeless, and easy!

We couldn't have asked for more from our wedding venue and coordinator. We changed to a small, intimate wedding due to COVID-19 but still wanted to do something special and memorable. The Valiant was the perfect choice. We looked at a few vessels from other companies and Valiant was by far the nicest and as a bonus, we got to work with the BEST coordinator ever, Melissa! Valiant itself is so elegant and classy; every detail is just what you would want. Melissa was flexible, helpful, and kind through the entire (very quick!!) planning process. On the day of the wedding, she anticipated our every need and made the entire experience seamless and relaxing for us. We made such special memories aboard Valiant on our wedding day and I wish I could relive the experience over and over!

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The Catered Affair Takes to the Water: Private Yacht Events in Boston

Experience elegance at sea with the latest offering from The Catered Affair: private yacht rentals with elegant catered dinners, brunches, after parties, weddings and receptions. Join us on The Valiant , a 97-foot yacht in Boston Harbor. This elegant, 1920s style vessel offers a unique experience for up to 100 people, including overnight accommodations for up to eight guests. A traditional salon area boasts a full bar, leading to a wicker-furnished fantail. A large canopy deck is the perfect covered outdoor space for a reception, dinner or wedding ceremony. An event on The Valiant is the perfect way to kick off a wedding weekend, hold a rehearsal dinner or after party or bid farewell with a morning-after brunch that gives guests a spectacular view of the Boston skyline.

The Catered Affair has truly taken the aquatic theme to heart with menu ideas for those aboard The Valiant, highlighting the fresh seafood available year-round here in New England.

Traditional New England Clambake

Guests will cool off with summery lemonades, juices and sparkling and still water while they enjoy elevated clambake fare, including:

• Spicy Lime Ginger Grilled Shrimp
• Fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Spicy Cucumber Dipping Sauce
• Fresh Seasonal Crudites with Sesame-Sage and Orange-Basil Dipping Sauces
• New England Clam Chowder
• Steamed Lobsters
• Traditional sides, like corn on the cob, confetti coleslaw, and corn muffins and sourdough rolls
• A Make-Your-Own Shortcake Bar featuring berries, summer fruits, ice cream and sorbets, biscuits and whipped cream

A Boston Lobster Party

Guests will go lobster-crazy with a decadent menu featuring this crustacean, including:

• Lobster Salad with Lightly Curried Mango Dressing
• Native Lobster & Main Crab Cakes
• A Variety of Lobster Salads featuring fresh summer ingredients
• Pastina Risotto with Maine Lobster, Pea Tendrils and Saffron
• Lobster Ravioli on Celieriac Puree with Roasted Chanterelles

Late-Night After Party

Continue the wedding celebration with an after party cruise around the harbor and late night snacks, including:

• Ice Cream Bon Bons
• Bacon, Egg & Cheese on Tiny Croissants
• Breakfast Burritos Wrapped in Parchment
• Hot Pretzels with Yellow Mustard
• Tomato Soup Sips with Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
• Mini Cheeseburgers & Fries in Paper Cones (with mini milkshakes!)
• Mini Reubens
• Fresh Baked Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies & Pints of Milk
• Mini-Subs, including muffulettas, meatball subs, sausage, peppers and onions, and chicken parmesan
• Tiny Brown Paper Bags Filled with Crispy Chicken Fingers & Dipping Sauce

Farewell Brunch

Stun your guests with views of Boston Harbor on the morning they depart. Brunch options include:

• Freshly Squeezed Juices, Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s
• Eggs Benedict with a variety of options including crispy potato cakes, or Maine crab cakes
• Minted Fresh Fruit Salad with Creme Anglaise
• Melon & Parma Prosciutto
• Croissants, Mile HIgh Popovers and Ginger Cream Scones
• Grilled Salmon Salad
• Down East Smoked Salmon with Assorted Toppings & Bagels
• Assorted Cheese Souffle Roulades
• Blueberry Pancakes with Warm Berry Compote or Warm Maple Syrup
• Caramel Coffee Cake
• Texas-Style French Toast
• Assorted Muffins

The Catered Affair works directly with you to come up with the most creative, personalized menu options for your journey at sea, guaranteed to wow your guests and leave them with memories to savor for both their eyes and their appetites. Contact us today  to plan your private event on this Boston Harbor yacht. Ahoy!

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Venue details

Ocean/Waterfront View, Cruise Ship/Yacht, City/Skyline View

Guest capacity:

Accommodates up to 100 guests

Ceremony / Reception

Indoor / Outdoor

30 Rowes Wharf Rowes Wharf Boston, MA 02110

Description:

Start your wedding day at the gateway of Boston Harbor with a journey aboard one of Charles Riverboat Company's four unique vessels. Our flagship vessel, Yacht Valiant, is an incredible venue for both wedding ceremonies and accompanying events, such as bridal brunches, rehearsal dinners, and receptions. Relax before your big moment in a private stateroom, elegantly designed in maritime colors. The Valiant's extended bow is ideal for capturing the perfect photograph or experiencing breathtaking views of Boston’s legendary waterways and historic architecture. The large canopy deck offers a magnificent setting for an elegant meal accommodating up to 60 guests for a seated dinner and 115 guests for cocktail style event. The Valiant will be exclusively reserved for your event, and a full-service, premium bar and a variety of top-notch catering options are available.

Additional details

Service options, venue notes.

Please contact our office for pricing and special wedding packages at 617-621-3001 or [email protected]

Amenities and Restrictions

- Wedding planning services

- Bride's dressing area

- Groom's dressing area

- Dance floor

- Coat check room

- Tables and chairs provided

- Upgraded chairs

- Linens, silverware, glassware provided

- Outdoor lighting

- Venue set up and clean up

- Votive candles

- Day-of coordinator

- Champagne toast

- Complimentary bridal suite

- Full kitchen facilities

- Valet or public parking for a fee

Restrictions

- Venue must approve all decorations

- Catering provided by venue

- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors

- No smoking

- Alcohol must be provided by venue

- Music must end by midnight

- LED candles only

- No glitter permitted

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Things to know

Allowed on boat, cancellation policy strict.

• Free cancellations until 30 days before the booking start time.
• 50% refund for cancellations between 15-30 days before the booking start time.
• Cancellations within 14 days of the booking start time are non-refundable.

Commercial owner

This boat belongs to a Commercial Owner, an independent boat rental company. A Commercial Owner is an independent, Boatsetter-approved boat rental company who provides their own insurance to their guests.

Security deposit

A security deposit hold (not a charge) will be placed on your credit card 48 hours before your booking starts to cover any incidental damage that may occur during your rental. This hold is released 48 hours after the booking is complete, if no claims are made. The security deposit amount for the boat you are booking will be outlined during the check-out process.

Captain info

If requested, the owner can provide a list of available captains for bareboat charter or the renter can use their own qualified captain. If the boat is being time chartered, the owner will provide the Captain.

The Valiant

As Charles Riverboat Company’s most luxurious vessel, the Valiant is an elegant 97′ yacht, uniquely serving the waters of Boston Harbor. This vessel boasts a traditional salon area with a full bar, connecting to a wicker-furnished fantail. Her extended bow is ideal for capturing that  ...more

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The Valiant 40 is an iconic ocean going sailboat designed by Robert H. Perry in 1973. The Valiant 40 was inducted into the Sailboat Hall of Fame in 2015 for its incredible contribution to sailing. The Valiant Yachts company built the boats in Texas after purchasing the mold and design from Uniflight Inc. in 1984. Valiant sailboats were in continuous production for 35 years, making them one of the longest running boat building companies in America - which is quite amazing and yet it is easy to see why.

In 1973 when a very young Bob Perry designed the Valiant 40 he was way ahead of his time. Back then the ocean going sailboats were all super heavy, full keel, ketches and cutters, solid ocean cruisers. Only the intrepid sailors ventured across oceans with their sextants. Bob’s Valiant 40 design was a radical departure with its long “modified” fin keel drawing 6 feet, an equally deep full-skeg mounted rudder, and its relatively light displacement at 23,500 lbs. With moderate beam of 12’9” and waterline length of 34’ she is smallish in today’s standards. The Valiant did sport a buoyant rounded transom that harkens to the Nordic sailing vessels that crossed oceans long ago quite successfully. In the beginning the Valiant 40 was understood to be a fast “light” well constructed ocean capable sailboat and to be a bit racy. From 1973 to 1992 Valiant built 200 Valiant 40s. Notably the young adventurous single-hand ocean sailors of the 80s were attracted to the Valiant for good reason. More about that later…

By design, the Valiant provides safe and predictable sailing with a sleek hull shape for speed, some flare in the bow for a dry deck, that long cruising fin keel for stability, the skeg rudder for safety and maneuverability, and buoyant aft sections for load carrying capacity and ultimately an increased water line. That long fin keel and deep skeg rudder enable the Valiant to literally sail herself. She tracks straight and true easily steered by a wind vane steering system or autopilot, or one finger on the wheel. All the design elements combined give the Valiant speed, stability, comfort and security. These are not just words, these are principles of offshore sailing. The Valiant is a true cutter rig by design with the mast well aft which supports a divided sail plan. The mast placement and the rig provide a manageable sail plan, with so many options for just the right amount of sail in any condition and any point of sail. This makes sailing safe, easy and comfortable. Ideal for a cruising couple or single-hand sailor. And she also sails like mad especially with the wind on the quarter!

In 1983, Francis Stokes aboard his Valiant 40 Moonshine placed second in the first BOC around the world race under all five great capes. He even stopped to rescue another racer and drop him off in Sydney. Separately in 1983 Mark Schrader became the first American to complete his own nonstop round the world solo voyage on his Valiant 40 Resourceful. In the 1986 BOC ‘Round the World Race, Schrader sailed a Valiant 47 named LoneStar nonstop around the world to place second in his class! These accolades cemented the legend of the Valiant as a serious, capable offshore voyager that could be single-handed around the world or easily sailed by a couple. Valiant Yachts built and sold 200 Valiant 40s!

In 1992 Valiant Yachts introduced the Valiant 42 built from the same mold as the Valiant 40. The Valiant 42 is a slightly more modern boat with the deck retooled to eliminate the wood trim and add the coveted stainless steel masterpiece of a bow sprit which increased the sail area slightly. The mast height was increased a little and a little more ballast added, and the interior redesigned, but it’s the same hull and the same really great boat. There were 86 Valiant 42s built I believe including our Valiant 42 Mahalo #181 in 2008.

Sadly the Valiant Company stopped building new Valiant in 2011 as the costs of building one jumped to the mid 300’s. The factory still supports the community of Valiant owners. For 30 years of production in Texas the same skilled craftsman built the boats by hand taking great pride in creating a Texas style overbuilt robust sailing vessel. The Valiant is built to the demands of the ocean, not the demands of the market. Come visit us and we’ll show you what is meant by that.

For this brilliant design that has stood the test of time we have to thank our Robert H.  Perry! He designed the first “performance cruiser” 45 years ago! The Valiant remains one of the most desired ocean sailing boats ever. Happily for us regular people, the prices of the Valiant 42 is now affordable and we have a couple for sale in Annapolis.  The Valiant 40s are old and still amazingly capable if you find a nice one, and we just happen to have one in Annapolis. It is also good to know they built about 16 Valiant 50 and we have two available right now. So many sailing couples, and solo sailors choose Valiant for all the right reasons. Valiant people have voyaged far with their Valiant; they’ve often sailed around the world, and sometimes twice! Many more Valiant owners have sailed their Valiant on long passages, short-handed or solo. There is not a Valiant owner out there who is not totally in love with their boat, and why not; the Valiant is the tough and strong and easy to sail and maintain. She’s fun to sail, and the first time you get in rough conditions you fall in love and realize that your boat will take care of you. It’s a good feeling.

We owned a Valiant 40 for many years and when we became the Valiant Dealer Annapolis MD in 2008 we purchased our new 2008 Valiant 42 “Mahalo”. We now cruise in the Pacific NorthWest. We love and appreciate our Valiant. Since 2008, we’ve sold 60 Valiant's, mostly 42s and some 40s, 37s, 39, a number of 47s and quite a number of V50s! We almost always have a couple Valiant available in Annapolis in brokerage. If you want to learn more about Valiant Yachts please reach us at David Walters Yachts.

Bernie Jakits [email protected]  443-742-1792

Kate Christensen [email protected] 410-919-7521

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