The Fremont Avenue is available for private charters year-round. We can accommodate up to 42 passengers on Lake Washington, Lake Union and the Ship Canal. We can also take you out through the Ballard locks for a cruise to Elliott Bay.
The Fremont Avenue has an excellent layout for private charters, with ample outdoor and indoor spaces. We have spaces for larger group gatherings and lots of spaces for private conversations.
Our usual departure point, Fisherman’s Terminal, has easy access, ample free parking and lots of things to do before and after your charter.
Contact us to check dates and we can discuss ways to create a great event.
Unforgettable occasions on the water
The Fremont Avenue offers a unique setting for any occasion. We book private charters for:
Team offsites—get away from the office or shop for a great teambuilding experience
Parties—anniversaries, birthdays or just a gathering of friends and family
Weddings—make it an extra special day floating through the waterways
Wedding-adjacent—show the beauties of Seattle to your out-of-town guests
Ash scattering—gather to remember those who loved you and loved the water
Waterway tours—Study the Lake Washington and Duwamish waterways
Events and festivals—boat rides for people attending your party or waterfront event
Flexible arrangements
We want you to have the best time that you can imagine. We are flexible about departure locations, decorations, catering, music and most any other part of your event. Captain and crew can jump in to help, or stay way in the background. Let’s work together for a great event.
We always allow for a half hour of setup time before private charter departures at no charge. Depending on our schedule we may be able to provide more setup time. And we always take care of the cleanup.
For views of the interior and exterior spaces of the Fremont Avenue, click here.
Rates
We have two-hour minimum for most private charters. Friday and Saturday evenings from June through September we have a three hour minimum. Special events have their own timeframes and pricing.
Fees for private charters include an hourly rate for the crewed boat, plus docking fees (higher at Lake Union Park) and a gratuity for the hard-working crew. Rates are a bit higher for special events, and we may need to charge extra if we are cruising one-way or meeting your party someplace other than our base at Fisherman’s Terminal or at Lake Union Park. Here are basic rates for 2025.
A 50 percent deposit secures your date, with full payment 30 days from the event date. We do offer a small discount for those paying by cash, check, Zelle or Venmo.
Catering
Your catering can consist of anything from sandwiches or pizza all the way to full buffets. We do not have any preferred caterers, and you may use whatever catering service meets your needs. We never charge a commission or corkage.
You can bring catering staff, bartenders, DJs, musicians and anyone else to make a great party, but those helpers count against your total passenger allowance of 42.
You can bring your own alcoholic beverages as you get a state banquet permit (a simple online form). We offer a limited beverage service (beer, seltzer, soft drinks) for those looking to simplify their arrangements.
Click here for pictures of the interior, to get a sense of the layout for catering and decorations.
Decorations and music
We encourage you to decorate the Fremont Avenue, inside and out, for your event, as long as your decorations are easily removed and won’t blow away in the wind.
We have a music system on board that plays both in the cabin and on the upper deck. You can plug in your phone or just send us a playlist and we can run it from our phones. DJs are welcome as long as we can control the volume.
Accessibility
For information on accessibility for people with limited mobility, click here