Belle of Louisville Cruises & Events

    The Steamer Belle of Louisville, a National Historic Landmark and The Riverboat Spirit of Jefferson serve as the western anchor of Louisville's award winning Waterfront Park in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. With the playing of her calliope, the Belle, now in her 95th year, continues to beckon one and all to join her on a journey back to the time when she carried passengers and goods to ports all along the beautiful Ohio River. The majestic Ohio River, the major link between the bustling cities of the East Coast and the mighty Mississippi River, was greatly instrumental in shaping the future of the city of Louisville and to this day still captures the imagination of all who visit.

    The Belle of Louisville and Spirit of Jefferson are perfect charter venues for Weddings, Corporate Events, Family & Military Reunions, Proms and much more! Our vessels also host celebrations for some of the region's most distinctive events including: Thunder Over Louisville, The Great Steamboat Race, The Kentucky Oaks and The Kentucky Derby.

    Our sales staff is here daily to assist you with reservations, gift certificates, private charters, group tours, weddings and other special events.

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• Belle of Louisville Historic Video - Posted: May 16th 2008
  
  Join us with a new addition to our web site as we journey through the Belle's vibrant history... more details
• Looking @ Louisville Podcast Featuring Belle - Posted: Jun 5th 2009
  
  
  The video broadcast showcases Louisville's art, culture, dining, and attractions scene. Audiences are taken through the Belle of Louisville, and are allowed to experience it with show hosts Stacey Yates and Chaz Rough who provide relevant facts and information.
  
  Subscriptions to the podcasts are free. The podcast can be viewed below by clicking on the link below. In addition, the podcast is available for download through iTunes, YouTube and several podcast directories worldwide.
  
  (http://www.gotolouisville.com/lookinatlouisville.aspx)
• 2009 WHARF FUN FEST!! - Posted: Jun 5th 2009
  
  
  Experience 2 parties in 1 night every third saturday this summer!!
  
  June 20, July 18, August 15
  
  WHARF PARTY 7PM-12AM
  Free entrance, cash bar/food, family fun, door prizes, games and souvenirs
  Lawn chairs and blankets welcome!!
  LIVE BLUES MUSIC - Headliner: Lamont Gillispie & 100 Proof,
  also featuring: JonBoy Slim
  
  BELLE DANCE CONCERT CRUISE 8-11PM
  $20/person, cash bar and concessions available for purchase
  NEW COUNTRY ON BOARD CONCERTS:
  June 20 - Artie Dean Harris
  July 18 - JD Shelburne
  August 15 - Olivia Henken
  
  START WITH FREE PARTY, BOARD THE BELLE DANCE CRUISE, THEN COME BACK FOR THE FREE PARTY!!!
• Belle Wins 2 Ky Historical Society Awards - Posted: Jun 5th 2009
  

  Belle of Louisville's New Interpretive Exhibit
  Wins Two Kentucky Historical Society Awards 

  Louisville, KY:   In Spring 2008, the Belle of Louisville opened a new interpretive center depicting the three lives of the Belle, along with signage identifying the historic features still in operation on the steamship.   The Belle's History Committee spent a full year compiling photos and verbiage for the exhibits.

  On March 7, 2009, Linda Harris, Belle CEO, and Kadie Engstrom, Belle Education Director, went to  Frankfort to accept two Kentucky Historical Society awards for the Belle exhibit.  The first was an Award of Merit from the "Education Program for the Public" category, and the second was a Certificate of Commendation from the "Museum Exhibition" category.

  The Belle of Louisville will begin her regular season at the end of May and will run through the end of October.  The interpretive exhibit is a permanent fixture on the Belle and open for all passengers to explore during cruises.  The Belle's website (http://www.belleoflouisville.org/) lists all available cruises.

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  4th of July Fireworks Cruise
  Vessel: Spirit of Jefferson
  Date: July 3rd 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 7:30pm
  Cruising: 8:30pm - 11:00pm
  [more details]
• 
  4th of July Fireworks Cruise
  Vessel: Belle of Louisville
  Date: July 3rd 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 7:30pm
  Cruising: 8:30pm - 11:00pm
  [more details]
• 
  4th of July Fireworks Cruise
  Vessel: Belle of Louisville
  Date: July 4th 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 7:30pm
  Cruising: 8:30pm - 11:00pm
  SOLD OUT
  [more details]
• 
  4th of July Fireworks Cruise
  Vessel: Spirit of Jefferson
  Date: July 4th 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 7:30pm
  Cruising: 8:30pm - 11:00pm
  SOLD OUT
  [more details]
• 
  New Year's Eve Early Dinner
  Vessel: Spirit of Jefferson
  Date: December 31st 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 5:00pm
  Cruising: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
  [more details]
• 
  New Year's Eve Gala
  Vessel: Spirit of Jefferson
  Date: December 31st 2009
  Port: 4th Street Wharf - Downtown Louisville, KY
  Boarding: 9:30pm
  Cruising: 10:00pm - 1:00am
  [more details]

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