Berkeley isn’t just known for her academic excellence—she’s also a pretty face, boasting stunning landscapes and eclectic charm. Whether you live in the area or fell in love in Berkeley, it’s a beautiful and unique location to host your engagement or wedding-related celebration. Choose an exclusive venue with City Cruises to welcome your guests aboard a luxury yacht for amazing views before you say, “I do,” on the San Francisco Bay.  Enjoy all-inclusive options tailored to your budget and style with chef-prepared menus, full bar packages, and customizable entertainment. Toast to your love and future surrounded by the people you love most to start your happily ever after. 

Say Bon Voyage to the Single Life 

First of all- congratulations! Getting engaged is a huge reason to celebrate. If you’re thinking about hosting an engagement party, now is the time to start planning! An engagement party is a great way to introduce family and friends from both sides that may not have met before and hosting in a relaxed and casual setting will put everyone at ease. You have made one of the most important decisions in your life, so it should be celebrated and acknowledged. There will be many opportunities to celebrate individually with showers, bachelor parties, bachelorette parties, and bridal luncheons. Take some time to come together as a couple and throw an event for the two of you before tying the knot. It’s a great time to bring everyone together before the hectic planning for the big day begins. Hosting an engagement party may also be an ideal time to creatively ask your friends to be in the bridal party. This will be a fun activity during the party for the groomsmen and bridesmaids to get to know each other and maybe bond a little. This will set the tone for the rest of the pre-wedding activities and get rid of any jitters. Most people will say that their wedding day was a blur and hosting an engagement party will allow for time to spend with your guests in a smaller and more intimate setting. Let’s face it, it’s also a perfect excuse to throw a party! Take full advantage of this time in life and create memories on the water surrounded by loved ones in a setting that you won’t regret. City Cruises Berkeley is your one-stop shop for creating a dream celebration with breathtaking views on the water to transform your vision into reality. 

Get Ready to Tie the Knot by Partying on a Yacht 

You’ve made it “O-fish-al,” so now it’s time to party. Time to kick it up a notch to acknowledge your recent proposal. An engagement party is the perfect way to bring everyone together to have a little fun before the nuptials. There are a lot of details to consider when planning your fete and that is where City Cruises comes in. Our dedicated team will expertly handle the planning to make it truly your own leaving you free to come aboard, raise a toast to your love, and well-party! Our venues offer an abundance of choices to mark the occasion with your style, theme, and budget in mind. Our attentive crew will make sure that no detail is missed for your special day in the Bay area. Our Berkeley fleet offers both indoor and outdoor spaces, boasting unparalleled panoramic views from every direction to elevate your event. No matter what the weather is outside, our climate-controlled interiors and open-air exterior decks rank among the largest and most luxurious in their class. Mingle on deck with drinks or kick it up inside on the dance floor with lively entertainment. You and your guests will get picture-perfect photos with famed city landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge as your backdrop. All options can be tailored the way you envision, and our chef-prepared menus and full-bar packages will help create an unforgettable event. Whether you are planning an intimate party or grand affair, there is something for every couple to make it truly their own. We invite you to take a visual tour of our Berkeley fleet and see for yourself what makes our venues so impressive and unique. Hosting a smaller celebration? Sunset Hornblower is the perfect vessel to wow your guests. With an interior as impressive as the vistas outside, you will not be disappointed. With classic charm and style, the Empress Hornblower resembles a turn-of-the-century riverboat for that special flair. The wraparound outer and top decks allow guests to step out and take in the sights of the bay from any level. Her spacious sundeck opens to picture-perfect views of the San Francisco Bay. 

Go Overboard for Love with an Unforgettable Engagement Party in Berkeley 

At City Cruises, we promise to help you turn your biggest dreams into reality. While our venues provide a comprehensive package, our complimentary event coordinators are here to collaborate with the finest partners in the San Francisco Bay area for personalized upgrades or enhancements you desire. Take advantage of our exclusive curated list of extraordinary vendors to add that personalized touch to your day. Host your friends and family with a celebration of your commitment to one another as you embark on your life journey as a couple. Set sail with your loved ones as you dine, dance, and create magical moments that will leave everyone with treasured memories for years to come. We cannot wait to welcome you aboard. What are you waiting for? Fill out this form and let the wedding festivities begin!