Private Charters | 2 and 3 Hours
Personalized for your Event
Sacramento Private Party Venue
More than a half million passengers have boarded the River City Queen in Historic Old Sacramento to experience the history and scenic beauty of the Sacramento and American Rivers.
Welcome aboard Appetizers, Buffet and full service menus, a full service bar, music and occasional live entertainment or Casino, are provided for each party event.
The River City Queen specializes in 2 & 3 hour charters for family milestones (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Reunions), Company Events (Team Recognition, Client Appreciation), Weddings and Receptions, Club and Association Events. Mixers and more.
Each event is custom designed to meet our client’s vision and budget. All while aboard a charming paddlewheel style vessel. Leave a lasting impression on family, friends, colleagues and employees with a one-of-a-kind charter event.
The River City Queen is USCG certified to carry 60 passengers.
Charter Includes:
- Exclusive use of the River City Queen for your party
- Captain and crew
- Cruise the greater Sacramento waterfront
- Your choice of menu (described in box 2)
- Complimentary use of sound system and microphone
To personalize your Private Event, please follow the steps below to help plan your party. Our event coordinator will then coordinate the event schedule and answer any questions you may have.
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- 2 Hour Luncheon: $1700
- 2 Hour Dinner: $1900
- 3 Hour Cruise: add $400
Exclusive Use of the Vessel, Ship, Captain & Crew
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Welcome Aboard Options:
Imported & Domestic Cheese Display with Fruit & Nuts add – $10 per person
Fresh vegetable Crudités with Garden Herb Dip add – $5 per person
“Welcome Aboard” Champagne or Sparkling Cider add – $4 per personDINNER MENUS
Dual Entrée Menu Options 40 per person
Classic Buffet
- Carved Beef Tri Tip with Horseradish Cream
- Citrus Achiote Marinated Grilled Chicken with Fruit Salsa
- Traditional Rice Pilaf
- Seasonal Grilled Vegetables
- Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
- Bread and Butter
Barbecue Buffet
- Citrus Achiote Marinated Grilled Chicken with BBQ Sauce
- Beer Braised Boneless Pork Shoulder with House BBQ Sauce
Or Carved Beef Brisket with House BBQ Sauce
- Country Style Mashed Potatoes
- Grilled Vegetables
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Cornbread Muffins and Butter
Chicken and Beef Fajita Buffet
- Fajita Seasoned Chicken and Beef, with Sautéed Onions and Peppers
- Flour Tortillas
- Chips & Roasted Tomato Salsa
- Condiments: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo, Fresh Limes
- Spanish Rice and Seasoned Black Beans
- Fiesta Salad with Salsa Ranch Dressing
Hawaiian Luau Buffet
- Smoked Kalua Pork
- Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
- Coconut Jasmine Rice
- Pan Pacific Green Salad with Sesame-Citrus Vinaigrette
- Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad
- Hawaiian Sweet Bread with Butter
Single Entrée Options 35 per person
Lemon Rosemary Chicken (Tableside Service)
- Grilled Chicken Breast in Lemon Rosemary Sauce
- Seasonal Veggie Pasta
- Grilled Vegetables
- Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
- Fresh Baked Bread & Butter
Mediterranean Chicken
- Pan Seared Chicken Breast with Tomatoes, Artichokes, Mushrooms & Olives
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Market Fresh Vegetables
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Bread and Butter
BBQ Chicken or Boneless Pork Shoulder
- Citrus Achiote Grilled Chicken with BBQ Sauce OR Beer Braised Boneless Pork Shoulder with House BBQ Sauce
- Country Style Mashed Potatoes
- Grilled Vegetables
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Fresh baked Cornbread
Beef Tri Tip
- Carved Beef Tri Tip with Horseradish Cream
- Traditional Rice Pilaf
- Grilled Vegetables
- Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
- Fresh Baked Bread & Butter
LUNCHEON MENUS
(Full Service or Buffet)
BBQ Picnic Sandwich Luncheon 37
- Carved Smoked Beef Brisket with House Barbecue Sauce
- Citrus Achiote Marinated Grilled Chicken with House Barbecue Sauce
- California Red Potato Salad
- Classic Caesar Salad
- Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad
- Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Lemon Rosemary Chicken Luncheon 35
- Chicken Breast in a Lemon Rosemary Sauce
- Seasonal Pasta with a Creamy Sauce (Varies depending on Seasonal Produce)
- Mixed Green Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette
- Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad
- Freshly Baked Bread and Butter
- Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Picnic Luncheon 29
- Smoked Turkey and Cheddar Cheese on Fresh Baked Roll
- Fresh Seasonal Fruit Salad
- Seasonal Pasta Salad
DESSERTS
- Fresh Baked Homestyle Cookies $2
- Bring Your Own Birthday / Anniversary Cake / Cupcakes with Disposables (plates, forks, napkins). River City Staff to cut, serve, bus.
APPETIZER OPTIONS (Displayed and Tray Service)
- Imported and Domestic Cheese Display with Fruit and Nuts
- Fresh Vegetable Crudités with Garden Herb Dip
- Tomato Basil Bruschetta Display
- BBQ Pork Sliders with Slaw
- Jumbo Shrimp (13 – 15 size) with Cocktail Sauce
- Ponzu Chicken Salad Lettuce Cup
- Mediterranean Meatballs with Tzatziki
- Ahi Cucumber Cup
- Poached Salmon Display
Price Quotes Available Upon Request
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Choose:
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Choose:
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Hosted – open bar: host all beverages during the cruise
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Hosted bar to a budgeted amount – followed by no host
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Host beer, wine and non alcohol only
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Note: payable with cash, credit / debit card at conclusion of cruise
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No host / cash or credit / debit card
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Note: guests may pay as they go, or open a tab with credit card.
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Unlimited soda, juice, coffee, ice tea$5.00 per person – two hours$6.00 per person – three hours
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Professional DJ – $500
Be Your Own DJ – Provide your own song list and device. Patch into our sound system. $50 coordination fee.
Casino – Price dependent on number and type of games/tables
Decorations – Be your own decorator (certain restrictions apply). No Charge.