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2026 St Paddy’s Day Green River Cruises

🍀 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the Water with Chicago Fireboat Tours! 🚤
Get front-row views of Chicago’s iconic river dyeing and enjoy a festive cruise through the heart of the city! Whether you’re an early riser or prefer an afternoon adventure, we’ve got the perfect cruise for you.

☘️ Dye of the River Cruise (2.5 hours)
⏰ 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM (Final times may shift based on the city’s official schedule)
🍽️ Food Included
• Adults (21+): $150 – includes 2 drink tickets
• Teens/Young Adults (13–20): $100
• Children (4–12): $65
• Infants: Free! (Infant ticket required at checkout)

💚 Green River Rides (90 minutes)
🕐 Departure Times: 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM
• Adults (21+): $85
• Teens/Young Adults (13–20): $55
• Children (4–12): $35
• Infants: Free! (Infant ticket required at checkout)

📍 About the Experience
Hop aboard from our river dock at the north end of DuSable Harbor and cruise toward the best views of the river dyeing ceremony. Afterward, enjoy a scenic ride through Chicago’s historic waterways. Afternoon cruises offer a narrated journey along the vibrant, green-tinted river.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome! Come celebrate the luck of the Irish with us—on the water!

Please arrive at the boat for boarding 15 minutes prior to your scheduled cruise time so you don’t miss the boat! Refunds are not given if you do not show up for your scheduled cruise time. Review our FAQ HERE for more important information before booking. 

Tour Availability

All tours are based on seasonal availability. Depending on the time of year, there may not be tickets on sale for a tour yet. Please contact us if you would like to know when a specific tour will go on sale again if you do not see tickets for sale.

2026 St Paddy's Day Green River Cruises