Your venue WITH A VIEW NEED HELP PLANNING? Event Planning Services * Included With Your Event

Size: px

Start display at page:

Download "Your venue WITH A VIEW NEED HELP PLANNING? Event Planning Services * Included With Your Event"

Winfred Ferguson
5 years ago
Views:

1 Your venue WITH A VIEW NEED HELP PLANNING? BB Riverboats offers a variety of additional services to enhance your event Your group will enjoy ever-changing views of Cincinnati and the Ohio River aboard the most unique of venues! Included With Your Event Cruise on the Ohio River Professional event planner Menu tasting and selection China, linen, and flatware selection Flexible payment terms Free parking Event Planning Services * Flowers and décor Unique furniture layout and coverings Party favors and souvenirs Event coordination and management *Event planning services provided à la carte

PLANNING YOUR GROUP EVENT From weddings and rehearsals to corporate luncheons and social gatherings, BB Riverboats can help plan and host your group event or special occasion.

The romance of River Queen is the perfect reminder of a bygone era when riverboats ruled the Ohio.

Three climate-controlled decks Full bar, buffet & dance floor on each Open air upper viewing deck Elevator access Two climate-controlled decks Full bar & buffet on each Open air upper viewing deck

2 PLANNING YOUR GROUP EVENT From weddings and rehearsals to corporate luncheons and social gatherings, BB Riverboats can help plan and host your group event or special occasion. Explore Our Fleet The Belle of Cincinnati The River Queen Newport Landing The flagship of BB Riverboats, this majestic and ornate beauty offers an unforgettable experience. The romance of River Queen is the perfect reminder of a bygone era when riverboats ruled the Ohio. The perfect solution for those looking to have an event on the river, but not necessarily on a cruise. Three climate-controlled decks Full bar, buffet & dance floor on each Open air upper viewing deck Elevator access Two climate-controlled decks Full bar & buffet on each Open air upper viewing deck (covered) Full bar & buffet River & city views To reserve or for more infomation about this venue, visit current-catering.com or call Customize Your Cruise Experience PRIVATE DINING CRUISES Choose from our selection of pre-built dining packages or pick and choose your menu. Bar packages and special cruise enhancements can be added to most dining cruises. Breakfast/Brunch (before 12pm) STARTING AT $35.00/PP Lunch (before 4pm) STARTS AT $40.00/PP Dinner (after 4pm) STARTS AT $50.00/PP PRIVATE SIGHTSEEING CRUISES Our private sightseeing cruises are great for off-site corporate meetings, cocktail receptions or school field trips. Add a bar package, light appetizers and hors d oeuvres or entertainment for an enhanced experience. Sun-Sat (boat returning by 5pm) STARTS AT $20.00/PP Sun-Thurs (after 4pm) STARTS AT $25.00/PP Includes 2-hour cruise, staffing, standard seating and bar set-up.

3 BB RIVERBOATS EVENT SUMMARY (use this to make your selections) GROUP NAME PHONE # EVENT TYPE EVENT DATE # OF GUESTS CRUISE TYPE DINING SIGHTSEEING NEWPORT LANDING (NON-CRUISE)* *Please visit current-catering.com or call for details on this Packages Dining WEDDING/REHEARSAL REHEARSAL THE BOUQUET PACKAGE THE DRESS PACKAGE THE RING PACKAGE WEDDING/RECEPTION CEREMONY THE CURRENT PACKAGE THE PILOT HOUSE PACKAGE THE PADDLEWHEEL PACKAGE THE ANCHOR PACKAGE THE DAY SHAPE PACKAGE HOLIDAY (LUNCH OR DINNER) HOLLY JOLLY CLASSIC CHRISTMAS JINGLE ALL THE WAY TIS THE SEASON COMFORT AND JOY PEACE ON EARTH PROM & AFTER PROM THE CORSAGE PACKAGE THE BALL GOWN PACKAGE THE TUXEDO PACKAGE THE CROWN PACKAGE KIDS BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGE Additional selections available/required NOTES: BREAKFAST SUNRISE BREAKFAST CAPTAIN S BRUNCH BUFFET LUNCH THE STERNWHEELER PICNIC ON THE OHIO GARDEN LUNCH EXECUTIVE LUNCH DINNER MARINER S BANQUET THE FIRST MATE CAPTAIN S CHOICE ADMIRAL S BANQUET LATE NIGHT (MOONLIGHT) SNACK PACKAGE MEXICAN PACKAGE BARBEQUE BUFFET DELI BUFFET THEMED BUFFETS BBQ RIVERSIDE FIESTA BEST OF CINCINNATI NEW ORLEANS JAZZ DINNER BBQ & BREW RIVER CITIES FEAST FOOD STATIONS HORS D OEUVRES CINCINNATI CHILI ITALIAN CARVING BARBEQUE TEX MEX MASHED POTATO BAR DESSERT NEW ORLEANS HORS D OEUVRES OPEN HOUSE EXECUTIVE WELCOME ABOARD COCKTAIL RECEPTION PLATTERS A LA CARTE** HOT/COLD APPETIZERS CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN **Add to a Dining or Hors d oeuvres package only Bar & Drink UNLIMITED OPEN BAR CASH BAR AND TAB PUNCH Enhancements SOUVENIR PHOTOS FLOWERS AND DECORATIONS ADDITIONAL HOURS ADDITIONAL STAFFING ENTERTAINMENT FURNITURE CINCINNATI PUBLIC LANDING CIF# INTERNAL USE ONLY CONFIRMATION #

4 POLICIES Booking Your Cruise When booking, a one third deposit is required. This deposit is 50% refundable if written notification is received at least 90 days prior to the cruise date. Cancellation within 90 days of the cruise date results in forfeiture of all payments. Final balance and final count is due two weeks prior to the cruise date. BB Riverboats reserves the right to not cruise due to high water, severe weather or any other unforeseen problem. Our US Coast Guard licensed Captain determines safe sailing conditions. BB Riverboats will arrange an in dock party if cruising is not possible. ID s are required the legal drinking age is 21 years old. BB Riverboats reserves the right to limit or stop the service of alcoholic beverages to all patrons at our discretion. No outside food or beverages are permitted to be brought on board. Please remember all prices are subject to change and food prices can only be guaranteed within 3 months of the cruise. Private Charter Minimums The Belle of Cincinnati The River Queen Whole Boat 500 Newport Deck 100 Covington Deck 225 Bellevue Deck 125 Forward Room 75 Aft Room 50 Combined Decks: Covington/Newport 350 Covington/Bellevue 350 Whole Boat 150 1st Deck 75 2nd Deck 50 (For groups under 50 people, call ) Sundry Items BB Riverboats has a staff of trained professionals to help you with every aspect of your cruise. However, we understand that there are times when you need to go to outside services for more extensive decorations and entertainment. In those situations, keep in mind that there are certain things we must prohibit due to fire codes, safety, vessel maintenance and cruise turnaround time. We cannot permit: Taping decorations to any wall surfaces. Confetti, glitter, rice or birdseed on the inside cabins, outer decks of the boats, or in any passenger waiting areas. Any blocking of main entrances, stairwells or doors. Loose extension cords, microphone cords or speaker wires in public pathways. Loose wires must be taped to the floor. Open flames, unless Coast Guard approved.

5 LET S Tie the knot

6 Wedding/ Reception Dinners The Day Shape Package $50.00 PER PERSON Price includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup PLEASE NOTE This package is only available before 5PM BUFFET MENU (choose one) Brunch Lunch Tossed Salad with cucumbers, tomatoes and accoutrements with homemade ranch and balsamic vinaigrette dressings, waffles with maple syrup, scrambled eggs, fresh baked biscuits with jellies, butter and sausage gravy, bacon, sautéed potatoes, fried chicken, buttered corn, macaroni & cheese, assorted sweet breads, fresh fruit display. PLUS! Sangria or Bloody Mary bar during boarding can be added for an additional $7.95 per person Tossed Salad with cucumbers, tomatoes and accoutrements with homemade ranch and balsamic vinaigrette dressings, pasta salad, marinated chicken, beef sirloin tips, riverboat style rice, and roasted marinated vegetables. PLUS! Sangria or Bloody Mary bar during boarding can be added for an additional $7.95 per person

7 Wedding/ Reception Dinners The Current Package $65.00 PER PERSON Price includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Cake cutting service Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup Champagne toast for bride and groom with two souvenir flutes BUFFET MENU APPETIZERS Assorted cheese display with crackers, hot spinach and artichoke dip served with house-made tortilla chips Asian meatballs with a sweet chili sauce SALAD Signature house salad garnished with tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Served with our house-made ranch dressing and balsamic vinaigrette Assorted breads with butter ENTRÉE (choose two) Honey glazed ham Roast marinated turkey breast Chicken in a white wine cream sauce Roasted striploin au jus with horseradish sauce SIDE ITEMS (choose two) Garlic mashed potatoes Riverboat-style rice Green beans with caramelized onions Medley of fresh seasonal vegetables

8 Wedding/ Reception Dinners The Pilot House Package $85.00 PER PERSON Price includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Cake cutting service Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup Champagne toast for bridal party with two souvenir flutes PLUS! 3 ½-hour open bar for house beer and wine PLUS! Standard centerpieces BUFFET MENU PASSED HORS D OEUVRES Bacon-wrapped dates Chef Jesus Signature Canapés BLT phyllo cup with balsamic glaze SALAD Signature house salad served with house-made ranch and balsamic vinaigrette Fresh bread assortment SIDE ITEMS (choose three) Garlic mashed potatoes Herb roasted potatoes Riverboat-style rice Pasta primavera Southern-style green beans Buttered corn Seasonal fresh vegetables ENTRÉE (choose two) Herb roasted pork loin Roast marinated turkey breast Chicken breast marsala Roast beef au ju Tilapia in a lemon caper butter sauce

9 Wedding/ Reception Dinners The Paddlewheel Package $ PER PERSON Price includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup PLUS! 3 ½-hour open bar for house beer, wine, and call liquor PLUS! Standard centerpieces PLUS! Champagne toast for all guests PLUS! Cake cutting service with chocolate dipped strawberries (1 per person) PLUS! Additional ½ hour in dock PLUS! Wedding Cake (Ask representative for more details) BUFFET MENU PASSED HORS D OEUVRES Pork crostini with pineapple chutney Chef Jesus Signature Canapés Caprese kabobs SALAD Signature house salad Fresh bread assortment ENTRÉE (choose two) Roast strip loin with horseradish sauce SIDE ITEMS (choose four) Garlic mashed potatoes Herb roasted potatoes Riverboat-style rice Pasta primavera Southern-style green beans Buttered corn Seasonal fresh vegetables Grilled asparagus Ribeye of beef with red wine demi glaze Marinated turkey breast with honey dijon Herbed pork loin with signature sauce Chicken breast marsala Stuffed salmon Baked whitefish almandine

10 Wedding/ Reception Dinners The Anchor Package $ PER PERSON Price includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup PLUS! 3 ½-hour open bar for house beer, wine, and call liquor PLUS! Champagne toast for all guests PLUS! Cake cutting service with chocolate dipped strawberries (1 per person) PLUS! Additional 1 hour in dock or underway if on private boat PLUS! Wedding Cake (Ask representative for more details) PLUS! Bridal Party Flowers PLUS! Signature Centerpieces PLUS! Coordination of entire event PLUS! Souvenir photographs as a favor for each wedding guest BUFFET MENU PASSED HORS D OEUVRES Pork crostini with pineapple chutney Chef Jesus Signature Canapés Caprese kabobs SALAD Signature salad with dressings & chopped romaine with Caesar dressing Fresh bread assortment ENTRÉE (choose two) Roast strip loin with horseradish sauce Ribeye of beef with red wine demi glaze Marinated turkey breast with honey dijon Herbed pork loin with apple chutney Grilled marinated chicken Baked Atlantic salmon Baked whitefish with signature sauce SIDE ITEMS (choose four) Twice-baked mashed potatoes Roasted baby potatoes Riverboat-style rice Pasta primavera Southern-style green beans Roasted brussel sprouts Grilled marinated vegetables Grilled asparagus

11 Ceremony Information OVERVIEW A ceremony can be added to any reception package. Ceremony set up fee includes early boarding for your private in dock ceremony with the best view in the city, standard red chairs, and a wedding coordinator to make sure everything goes off without a hitch. Guest Count Pricing 50 guests and under $ guests $ guests $ guests $ PLEASE NOTE Top deck ceremonies are weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, indoor accommodations will be made for the wedding. White chairs are available at an additional cost guests $

12 LET S Gather

13 Rehearsal Dinners The Bouquet Package $55.00 PER PERSON Prices includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins BUFFET MENU APPETIZERS Assorted dips and spreads served with a variety of crackers and breads, hot spinach and artichoke dip served with house-made tortilla chips, domestic cheese display with crackers SALAD Signature house salad with house-made ranch and balsamic vinaigrette Assorted breads with butter ENTRÉE (choose one) SIDE ITEMS (choose two) Garlic mashed potatoes Riverboat-style rice Green beans with caramelized onions Medley of fresh seasonal vegetables Pasta Primavera DESSERT New York-style cheesecake with raspberry sauce Honey glazed ham Roast marinated turkey breast Roast strip loin of beef Grilled marinated chicken breast

14 Rehearsal Dinners The Dress Package $80.00 PER PERSON Prices includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins PLUS! Champagne toast for bridal party with two souvenir flutes PLUS! 3 ½-hour open bar for house beer and wine BUFFET MENU APPETIZERS Domestic cheese display garnished with assorted crackers, vegetable crudités with ranch dip, and cheddar cheese ball SIDE ITEMS Pasta Primavera, grilled marinated vegetables, southern-style green beans, roasted potatoes SALAD Signature house salad with house-made ranch and balsamic vinaigrette Fresh bread assortment DESSERT New York-style cheesecake and assorted mini mousse in shot glasses ENTRÉE Carved strip loin of beef with horseradish sauce Grilled marinated chicken

15 Rehearsal Dinners The Ring Package $90.00 PER PERSON Prices includes a 18% food service fee and 6% sales tax. 1-hour boarding 2 ½-hour cruise on the beautiful Ohio River Unlimited coffee, tea, water, and soft drinks Complete catering room setup Skirted head table, gift table, and cake table All required boat and banquet staff Standard china, flatware, and white table linens Your choice of stock linen napkins Standard buffet and beverage setup PLUS! 3 ½-hour open bar for house beer, wine, and call liquor PLUS! Champagne toast for bridal party with 2 souvenir champagne flutes PLUS! Additional ½ hour in dock BUFFET MENU (choose one) Best of Cincinnati Cincinnati Chili Station Five-way (chili, spaghetti, beans, onions, and shredded cheese) served with oyster crackers, hot sauce, and Greek salad. Cincinnati Barbeque Station Pulled pork BBQ with buns, southern-style green beans, saratoga chips, and tangy coleslaw. Homemade Station Graeter s pre-scooped ice cream with toppings and homemade cookie. BBQ & Brew Mixed salad with mandarin oranges, berries and almonds, carved roast beef, barbeque roasted chicken quarters, pulled pork, grilled marinated vegetables, southern-style green beans, baked beans, saratoga chips, coleslaw, potato salad, marinated cucumber, onions, and tomatoes, New York-style cheesecake with raspberry drizzle. PLUS! Includes a tasting of 4 locally brewed beers

16 LET S Get down

Enhancements Souvenir Photo Options BB Riverboats offers a full line of photo options. You decide how we photograph your guests: individually, in small groups, couples or one large group.

17 Enhancements Souvenir Photo Options BB Riverboats offers a full line of photo options. You decide how we photograph your guests: individually, in small groups, couples or one large group. BB Riverboats can offer you a wide variety of entertainment options for your event. Below is a list of approximate pricing on live entertainment we can provide to make your cruise more enjoyable. $ prints $ Live bands (3-6 musicians) $ prints $ Piano player $ and up $ Banjo player We print one 6x8 color photo and include a souvenir folder. Photos may be given to your guests as they disembark, or you can distribute them later. Arrangements for these packages must be made in advance with your charter sales representative. $ $ $2000+ Disc jockey Magician/Caricaturist/Palmist/ Clowns/Balloon Artist Monte Carlo Flowers and Decorations Let BB Riverboats take the worry out of your event. Let us know and we can decorate the boat with flowers, balloons and banners. HOOK UP/USAGE FEE TO BRING YOUR OWN ENTERTAINMENT: $50.00 Single entertainer $ Two or more entertainers Additional Hourly Rates Can be added to an existing charter if time is available. WHOLE BOAT: River Queen $ Belle of Cincinnati $2, DECKS OF THE BELLE OF CINCINNATI: Bellevue Forward $ Bellevue Aft $ Covington Deck $ Newport Deck $ Furniture Shifting Our boats are equipped with a standard furniture setup. If table and chair arrangements are necessary, BB Riverboats will supply this service at $20.00 per table. Cincinnati Public Landing The standard boarding location for BB Riverboats is the Newport Landing located at 101 Riverboat Row, Newport, KY. If requested, we can drop off or board at the Cincinnati Public Landing for an additional $ charge. This must be arranged in advance. Additional Staffing Buffet meat carver $ per buffet Wait staff $ per server Cruises depart from Newport Landing located at 101 Riverboat Row, Newport, KY Reservations BBRIVERBOATS.COM

Your venue WITH A VIEW NEED HELP PLANNING? Event Planning Services * Included With Your Event

Your venue WITH A VIEW NEED HELP PLANNING? BB Riverboats offers a variety of additional services to enhance your event. 859-292-2454 Your group will enjoy ever-changing views of Cincinnati and the Ohio