SF Bay Area's #1 Selling Halloween Party Cruise Every Year. Dress up in full costume and have the time of your life with 2 decks of music.
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VIP Nightlife & Bay Area Nightlife present ...
Pier Pressure™ San Francisco Black Pearl Halloween Night Party CruiseSat, Oct 31, 2026, 9:30 PM - 1:00 AM PDT
"The Ultimate Halloween Night Yacht Party" featuring ...
3 Decks to Mingle
• 2 Top San Francisco Bay Area DJs
• 1 Amazing Three-Hour Cruise
Check-In Begins at 9:15PM aboard the - Pier 3 (Hornblower Landing)
From the Creators of Pier Pressure - Halloween Night • October 31st 2026: Prepare for the ultimate costume party cruise -- featuring the Bay Area's Top Open Format & House Music DJs -- aboard the magnificent San Francisco Spirit Yacht!!
The infamous, multi-level Black Pearl sets sail on Halloween night to give reveling swashbucklers the finest views of the Bay. With two DJs and three dance areas onboard, this yacht bash will be the jolliest vessel for costumed roisterers (dressed as pirates or otherwise) this holiday.
PERKS OF THIS VIP CRUISE- Find Live Promo Codes Only at (Click Buy Tickets For Promo Code)
- Breathtaking views of the Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Spectacular San Francisco Skyline & more...
- 2 DJs on 3 Decks with 3 dance areas playing the hits of today with House & Top 40
- A Gorgeous fun-filled crowd
- Unbeatable VIP Packages with Bottle & Table Service
- Spectacular Group Saving Packages
- And more...
CURRENT SCHEDULE- 9:15 PM Early Check-in Begins
- 9:30 PM VIP Priority Boarding Time
- 9:40 PM GA Boarding Begins
- 9:55 PM GATE CLOSES Do Not Be Late NO REFUNDS
- 10:00 PM Cruise Start Time
- 12:45-1 AM Dock and Disembark
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOWAll Sales Final: no refunds or exchanges. Prices are subject to change while supplies last.
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Important Note: All tickets can be under one name and it should be under the card holder's name who should present during check-in for verification purposes.
Must be 21+ to participate. Valid Photo ID must be able to compare with guest. ID's will be checked and bag searches will be conducted randomly (discretion of Captain).
Boarding/Yacht Location: San Francisco Spirit Yacht boarding location (Hornblower Cruises & Events) is located at Pier 3, on The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111.
** Click To View Pier 3 - Hornblower Landing Directions.
Do Not Miss the Boat: Gates close at 9:55pm. Cruise leaves sharply at 10pm. Absolutely NO Refunds or exchanges. We reserved a spot for you on our cruise.
Seating: 1st deck and 2nd deck are all reserved seating, 3rd decks is open air, plus there is a small lounge with opening seating. * 2nd deck there is some unreserved seating near the stern as well.
Costume Tips: Pirate costumes preferred with all costumes welcomed. And costumes are not required but strongly encouraged. ** Masks must be easily removable prior to entering for ID verification.
No weapons will be tolerated including: toy swords, knifes and or guns regardless if they do not appear to be real or not. No long flowing or vision impairing costume that may cause a tripping hazard.
Disclaimer: VIP Nightlife, Bay Area Nightlife and City Cruises have the discretion to turn away any guest because of costume or attitude. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone and or to confiscate any props to a costume that may deem inappropriate or dangerous.
If you have any questions about dress code please email us:
[email protected]. We're always happy to answer any questions you may have!
Bag Requirements: Large purses or backpacks / camel packs will not be allowed onboard.
Parking: Attend parking lot available at Pier 3, on the Embarcadero. Additional Parking: On Davis St. between Broadway St. & Vallejo St, On the corner of The Embarcadero & Broadway St and On The Embarcadero & Washington St. (directly across from Pier 3). * * Click To View Pier 3 Hornblower Landing Parking Options **
** Please make sure to give yourself plenty of time to find parking. VIP Nightlife, Bay Area Nightlife and City Cruises are not responsible for any parking lots.Party Responsibly: Please DO NOT Drink & Drive. Opt for Ride Share Apps (Lyft or Uber), a taxi service or designated driver.
Contact Us: If you have any questions, email:
[email protected]. Let's have fun & party responsibly. Don't forget to thank the event staff as you exit!
MORE THINGS TO DO THIS HALLOWEENCan't decide where to party this Halloween? Fun, flirty or frightening, dress in your best costume and head out to some of the biggest Halloween costume parties for a night full of frightful fun in the city you're living or traveling to: VIPnightlife.com/halloween
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONNo alcohol, open containers or outside food is permitted. No illegal drugs or controlled substances, including prescription drugs and marijuana, will be tolerated. Using marijuana on the water is illegal, regardless of medical condition(s). The use and or possession of illegal drugs or controlled substances is absolutely prohibited by the US Coast Guard.
Yacht Company holds a zero tolerance policy related to illegal substances aboard all vessels. Anyone caught participating or processing any such items will not be allowed to board and substances will be confiscated.
If you are thought to be under the influence of, or caught participating in, illegal substances on board, you'll be quarantined until boat can safely return to dock and the cruise is subject to end for all guests immediately upon doing so; no refunds will be issued under any circumstances.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Let’s have fun and party safe!
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