Experience the Magic of the Hudson River on Our Bear Mountain Cruise!

Set sail on the city’s favorite fall day trip and adventure up to Bear Mountain aboard our Floating Oktoberfest Cruise. Enjoy a scenic fifty-mile journey through the Hudson River Valley disembarking at Bear Mountain State Park, surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage and a festive Oktoberfest atmosphere.

Indulge in our exclusive fall food menu featuring German classics like Pork Schnitzel, Bratwursts and Bavarian Pretzels larger than your head! Don’t forget our collectable mug to keep filled to the brim from iconic German Premium brands Warsteiner and Spaten, plus seasonal Sam Adams Octoberfest, and local Pumpkin Ales from Bluepoint and Montauk.

Traveling up to Bear Mountain has never been more fun! Learn a little something new from our award-winning Tour Guides, dance along to the live bands as they energize the crowd along the way, or pop into our main deck lounge and catch up on the day's sports game streaming live from our onboard TV.

Upon reaching Bear Mountain, you’ll have at least two hours to explore trails, the lake, the zoo, the Merry-Go-Round and more before heading back to Manhattan. Don’t miss out—book your ticket now for a perfect blend of fall scenery, great music, and Oktoberfest fun!

Schnitzel, Bratwursts & Bier, Oh My!!

Specialty German food & drink offerings from both Premium German Brands and NY Local brands are available exclusively on this cruise!

Oktoberfest & Fall Beverages

• Warsteiner Premium German Pilsner
• Warsteiner Special Edition Oktoberfest
• Warsteiner König Ludwig
• Spaten Oktoberfest
• Samuel Adams Octoberfest
• Bluepoint Pumpkin Ale
• Montauk Pumpkin Ale
• Stone Fruit German Riesling
• Angry Orchard Hard Ciders
• Minard Hot Apple Cider
• Minard Apple Cider Mimosas

(Our standard concessions items are also available)

Cruise along with Live Entertainment!

Let our world-renowned tour guides and our live bands entertain you along your journey! Traveling up the Hudson has never sounded better!

Band Schedule:

• 9/28 + 9/29: Street Beats Brass Band
• 10/5 + 10/6: Divining Rod
• 10/12, 10/13 + 10/14: Street Beats Brass Band
• 10/19 + 10/20: Divining Rod ( Please Note: These cruises will be a 4-hour cruise due to tidal conditions.More Info Here)
• 10/26 + 10/27: Street Beats Brass Band
• 11/2 + 11/3: Divining Rod
• 11/9 + 11/10: Street Beats Brass Band

You can expect Divining Rod to play both Americana and country rock, a heady mix of soulful originals and eclectic covers of your favorite laidback tunes! Street Beats Brass Band adds an element of traditional Oktoberfest polka music plus a variety of classic hits and singalongs.

Plus! Don't miss an afternoon sports game! The in-market sports games of the afternoon the can be found streaming from our TV located in the main deck back lounge!