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EMPIRE SANDY CRUISES

The Empire Sandy is presented by Algoma Central Corporation and Allied Marine & Industrial.

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Come aboard the Empire Sandy and sail through the historic locks of the Welland Canal or take a cruise on beautiful Lake Erie. The Empire Sandy is a 200-foot topsail Schooner and the largest in Canada. 

Rules on the Empire Sandy:

  • Smoking is not permitted.

  • Coolers are not permitted.

  • Pets are not permitted. Service animals are welcome.

  • Lawn chairs are permitted only on cruises that go through the locks of the Welland Canal.

  • Children's car seats and strollers are permitted.

  • The Empire Sandy can accommodate wheelchairs on deck, however, there is no wheelchair access to the restrooms. 

 

Information for the Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Sunset, and Fireworks Cruises:

  • The boarding location for the Empire Sandy will be on West Street, roughly adjacent to 176 West Street, Port Colborne.

  • It is recommended to find parking and then walk into the festival grounds to board the Empire Sandy. 

  • Meals are not provided. A cash concession and bar is available. 

Information for the Cruise Through the Lock:

  • For the cruises Through the Locks ONLY there will be shuttles between Port Colborne and St. Catharines. Please contact eventservices@portcolborne.ca to reserve your seat on the shuttle. 

  • Due to the length of the cruise, food is provided throughout the course of the day. If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact eventservices@portcolborne.ca

  • The food includes a pastry and muffin breakfast, a sandwich and salad lunch, and a chicken buffet for dinner.

  • A cash concession and bar is available. 

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