Luxe Cruises announces 2026 Mother's Day lunch cruise on San Francisco Bay
Luxe Cruises & Events has opened ticket sales for its annual Mother’s Day cruise, set for Sunday, May 10, 2026. The cruise boards at 12:30 p.m. from 2394 Mariner Square Dr in Alameda and sails San Francisco Bay from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Check-in opens at noon, and free parking is available at the boarding location.
Every ticket includes a chef-prepared buffet lunch, complimentary champagne, bottomless mimosas, and live DJ entertainment aboard the Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht. The route passes the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the San Francisco skyline. A cash bar is also available on board for cocktails, wine, and beer.
What the lunch buffet includes
The onboard kitchen is serving a full sit-down spread:
Hand-carved Black Angus prime rib (GF) with Cabernet Sauvignon reduction and creamy horseradish
Rosemary garlic herb chicken in a white wine reduction
Bay romaine Caesar salad, oven-roasted seasonal vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, and bread rolls
Desserts: Chocolate ganache cheesecake and banana Foster mousse cake
Kids' meal (ages 3–11): Chicken tenders, tater tots, and a fruit cup, included with kids' admission
Vegetarian and special-dietary entrees are available upon advance request. Guests can email [email protected] at least 48 hours before sailing.
How the day works
12:00 p.m. – Check-in opens at 2394 Mariner Square Dr, Alameda
12:30 p.m. – Boarding begins and bars open
1:00 p.m. – Yacht departs; buffet service begins
3:30 p.m. – Bars close for alcoholic beverages
3:45 p.m. – Return to Alameda dock for disembarkation
The cruise is open to the public. Seating is assigned at tables of up to 10. Groups that purchased tickets separately can request to sit together by emailing [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance. Free parking is available at the Alameda boarding location.
Why Bay Area families are choosing a cruise over brunch
A sit-down restaurant on Mother’s Day means a prix fixe menu, a packed dining room, and a two-hour window before the next seating. A 3-hour cruise removes those constraints. The food is already included. Kids have room to move around. Adults get champagne and a DJ. And everyone gets to watch the San Francisco skyline from the water, not from a booth.
The Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht has enough indoor and outdoor space that different groups within a family can do their own thing. Someone who wants to dance has a DJ. Someone who wants to stand on the upper deck and photograph the Golden Gate can do that. Nobody is stuck waiting for a check or fighting over the last parking spot on Valencia Street.
For families still weighing their options, Luxe Cruises has published several planning guides on its site. A roundup of Mother’s Day gift ideas covers experience-based gifts that go beyond flowers and cards. A separate guide to Mother’s Day family activities in San Francisco breaks down outdoor, cultural, and on-the-water options across the city. And for those leaning toward a meal on land, there’s also a list of the best Mother’s Day restaurants in San Francisco with reservation tips and pricing.
Booking and ticket information
Tickets for the 2026 Mother’s Day cruise are on sale now through Eventbrite. Kids' tickets are available for ages 3–11 and include the kids' meal. All sales are final.
For questions, media inquiries, or group bookings, contact Luxe Cruises & Events at [email protected] or 510-263-9790.
About Luxe Cruises & Events
Luxe Cruises & Events operates public and private yacht cruises on San Francisco Bay out of its home port at 2394 Mariner Square Dr in Alameda, CA. The company runs seasonal holiday cruises, corporate charters, weddings, school events, and social gatherings aboard its fleet, which includes the Cabernet Sauvignon Yacht. More information is available at luxecruises.com.
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