Rock the Boat Returns for 2025

Rock the Boat with Glass Onion!

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the popularity of these events, cash is a preferred form of payment for onboard refreshments to speed up the service.  (There is also no Rock the Boat Friday, July 4) 
 

NEW: BOOK TICKETS FOR ROCK THE BOAT

To Purchase Tickets for any Rock the Boat event, select the date and scheduled departure from Lewes at 4:15 pm, or Cape May at 6:00 pm.

Get your weekend off to a rockin' start this summer! After all, if it's a Friday afternoon in late summer, it's time for Rock The Boat!

Friday afternoons through early September, catch Delaware's Premier Rock N' Roll Party Band, Glass Onion, performing on the 4:15 pm departure from Lewes and the return 6:00 pm departure from Cape May! 

Bar service is available via the Lido Bars and satellite bars during Rock the Boat cruises. The Lido Bars accept cash and cards, but the satellite bars are cash only. If you're comfortable carrying cash, having some on hand will help our bartenders keep things sailing smoothly!  

DATE: Fridays, June 20th through September 12th 2025  (No RTB on July 4th, 2025) 

ITINERARY: 

Round-trip from Lewes:

• Check-In 3:45 PM
• Depart Lewes at 4:15 PM
• Sail Roundtrip
• Arrive back at Lewes at 7:25 PM

From Cape May:
While there is no specific Rock the Boat departure from Cape May, passengers can board the 6:00 PM crossing to catch the return leg of Glass Onion's performance! Please note, however, that there is no entertainment (aside from the sunset!) on the return 7:45 PM crossing.

• Check-in 5:30 PM
• Depart Cape May at 6:00 PM
• Sail Roundtrip
• Arrive back at Cape May at 9:10 PM 

PRICES (ROUND TRIP): Adults (14 & up) $18  | Seniors (62+)/Military (with ID)/AAA $14 | Children (6-13 years) $5 | Younger Children (5 years or less)  Free

RESERVATIONS: Required. Call 1.800.643.3779, or book online.

TIPS FOR THE BEST EXPERIENCE:  

• Passenger fares include roundtrip walk-on passage and entertainment.
• Free parking is available at the terminal. If you don't have a designated driver, cars may be left overnight, and taxis or ride-share can be called for pick-ups after the boat returns. Cars left overnight should be registered at the Ticket Counter or with the DRBA Police after hours.
• Food and beverages are available for purchase while on board. No alcohol may be carried on board.
• Keep an eye on the weather and plan accordingly. 
• Sneakers, secure sandals, or flats are recommended over flip-flops or other slip-on footwear.
• Reservations are recommended.
• Trips can be booked online at CMLF.com or booked through the Call Center at 1.800.643.3779
• Entertainment is Handicap-Accessible. Passengers can take the elevator to the Skywalk on the terminal's second level, and a special lift is available on the second deck to the upper "entertainment" deck.
• Have some cash on hand if you're comfortable carrying it. The Lido bars are generally open during each cruise and accept cash or cards; however, the satellite bars (which help ease the lines and keep things moving smoothly) are cash only.