A lot of “music cruises” are just background noise on a boat ride. Ours is built around the experience: live performances on the Upstairs Top Deck stage, so the sound carries well and you get those “only-in-Orange-Beach” views while you listen.
Whether you’re here for a weekend, a full beach week, or you’re local and just want something new to do, a live music cruise is an easy win: show up, hop aboard, settle in, and let the water and the music do the heavy lifting.
Here’s the simple version:
Duration: 90 minutes (1.5 hours)
Vibe: upbeat, relaxed, and scenic—more “high-seas jam session” than “sit-still sightseeing”
Music: live performances featuring local favorites and regional talent
Stage location: the Upstairs Top Deck for great sound and even better views
Ages: all ages are welcome
We’ll be cruising the local waterways with the gorgeous Gulf as our backdrop—so you get that breezy, coastal feel that makes Orange Beach vacations exciting and unique.
Your live music cruise takes place aboard the American Star, an authentic wooden pirate ship that’s 65 feet long and Coast Guard Certified.
It’s modeled after classic ships like the Pinta and Niña, and it’s a true vintage vessel (an authentic 1959 wooden ship), which is a big part of what makes the experience memorable.
And yes—if you’ve seen our pirate cruises around town, it’s the same iconic ship. (If you’d rather take it slow another day, we offer a narrated scenic cruise aboard this boat, too—and it's also the home of our family-focused Pirate Ship Adventure, which is perfect for kids.)
We try to keep things easy and comfortable:
We’re here for a good time, but we run a tight ship where it counts.
Our pirate ship cruises depart from our Orange Beach location:
Meeting Point: 4575 South Wilson Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
A couple of timing notes that help everything go smoothly:
Live Music Cruise tickets: $59 (all ages).
These cruises are typically offered on select dates, so it’s smart to check availability and grab your spots early.
Our Pirate Ship Live Music Cruise is 90 minutes (1.5 hours).
We depart from 4575 South Wilson Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561.
Yes. The Live Music Cruise is all ages, and we welcome families, couples, and groups.
Yes—you're welcome to bring a small cooler, but no glass please. We encourage guests to bring their favorite drinks and snacks to make the cruise even better.
Alcohol is permitted in moderation for guests 21 and older.
Yes—there’s a restroom onboard, and we have bench seating plus shaded seating in the stern.
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in. Our cruises leave on time, so don't be late!
