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    Private Mozart's Festival of Lights Boat Cruise in Austin

    Celebrate on the water with holiday lights, festive bites, and an included bar

    4.4 stars• 120 reviews

    Duration

    2 hrs cruise + 30 mins on shore

    Ideal For

    Up to 30 people

    Includes

    Captain & crew, food, well bar

    Highlights

    Gather your friends, family, or coworkers for a private holiday boat party in Austin. Take in Mozart’s Festival of Lights from the water while you celebrate together.

    • Relax with a captain and crew handling the cruise
    • Enjoy vegetarian and sausage kolaches alongside Bavarian pretzels
    • Share brownies and cookies for a sweet holiday treat

    Itinerary

    1. Arrive 20 minutes before your selected 5:30 p.m. or 7:45 p.m. boat departure. Parking is available at Oyster’s Landing; spaces are limited.
    2. Check in at the Mozart’s Ticket booth at 3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703. Staff will direct your group to the boat and explain Grotto access.
    3. Board with help from the crew. Cruise from 5:30–7:30 p.m. or 7:45–9:45 p.m. Central. Both cruises last two hours.
    4. View the Festival of Lights displays and enjoy the included cocoa, sweet and savory bites, and well bar.
    5. Return at 7:30 p.m. or 9:45 p.m. and follow crew directions when disembarking.
    6. Your group also has 30 minutes of cocktail time in the Grotto before or after the boat ride. Grotto time is on shore and is separate from the two-hour cruise.

    What's Included

    • Unlimited hot cocoa
    • Well bar
    • Onboard bathroom

    Important details

    • Children under 16 require an accompanying adult.
    • Service animals are permitted.
    • Bring your booking confirmation or ticket, and follow the captain and crew’s safety instructions.
    • Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure. Your booking time is the boat’s departure time.
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 30 guests.

    From$285per person
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    Cancellation Policy

    This event takes place rain or shine. All sales are final. No refunds, rescheduling, or booking transfers are permitted.

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    FAQs

    No. Your private cruise includes a well bar; an optional premium bar upgrade costs extra.

    Yes. Free parking is available at Oyster Landing Additional Parking. Spaces are limited, so allow extra time to park and walk to check-in.

    Dress in warm layers for the evening cruise and wear comfortable shoes for boarding.

    Meeting details

    Mozart’s Coffee boat check-in area, lower dock, 3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703

    Experience provided by Lake Austin Calm

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    Private boat rental (up to 30 guests)

    $8,568.75

    This boat fits up to 30 guests · 2 hrs cruise + 30 mins on shore

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    Review summary

    4.4
    Very Good
    120 reviews•Google Maps
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    This donut boat rental on Lake Austin draws a genuinely enthusiastic crowd, and it's easy to see why. Staff members like Jacob, Derek, and DJ get called out repeatedly for being friendly, knowledgeable, and great with families and first-timers alike. The boats themselves are comfortable and easy to operate, with Bluetooth speakers and a handy table setup that makes a floating picnic totally doable. The location is a highlight too, docking near Mozart's and sitting on one of the prettier stretches of the lake. A few reviews mention some inconsistency with how boarding is handled during busy periods, particularly around popular sunset and holiday light rides. It hasn't been a dealbreaker for most guests, but worth keeping expectations realistic if timing is important to your experience. The donut boats are also small and leisurely by design, so if you're picturing something fast-paced, this isn't it. Think relaxed, scenic, and social rather than adventurous. For paddle boarding, this is apparently one of the few spots on the lake offering rentals, and beginners have had great experiences getting instruction from the staff.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Ryan was awesome!! Thank you so much for the wonderful experience 😃😃😃

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    Eva Castillo

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Ryan was awesome!! Thank you so much for the wonderful experience 😃😃😃

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    Eva Castillo

    September 1, 2026

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