The Great Winnipesaukee Steamboat Race & Musical Talent Contest

Performed by the Winni Players Community Theatre

First performed in 1978 in Laconia, New Hampshire, this musical melodrama poses the eternal question: can a nefarious villain steal the heart of a beautiful maiden because her noble boyfriend hasn’t a clue about what’s going on?

There are Two ticket options for this event.

Dinner and a Show

Passengers will board the ship starting at 5:00 PM and enjoy a delicious buffet dinner before the show. The ship departs at 6:00 PM and the performance begins at 6:30 PM

Show Only

Passengers will board the ship starting at 5:30 PM and will be directed to the performance area on the Main Deck. The ship departs at 6:00 PM and the performance begins at 6:30 PM*

Ticket Pricing

Cruise & Show with Dinner$95
Cruise & Show Only$70
Prices do not include taxes or service fees.

Event Timeline

  • 5:00 PM – Dinner guest boarding
  • 5:30 PM – All guest boarding
  • 6:00 PM – Ship departs, buffet closes
  • 6:30 PM – Performance begins
  • 8:00 PM – Performance ends
  • 8:30 PM – Optional talkback begins
  • 9:00 PM – Ship docks. Guests depart.

Cruise Features

Reserved Seating

All passengers will select their own seats when purchasing tickets online. There are two classes of tickets for this cruise: Standard Seating and Premium Seating.

Buffet Dinner

Our "all-you-care-to-enjoy" dinner buffet will be open from the time you board the ship, until about 90 minutes after the cruise departs. View Menus >

Live Entertainment

Enjoy live entertainment on the Main Deck from the area's top acts. On Saturdays and special events, additional acts are located on the upper decks. Learn More >

Bar Service

Our crew is ready to assist you with soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails. Please note that not all bars will be open during all cruises, depending on ridership. View Menu >

Mariner's Club VIP Upgrade

Upgrade your ticket to Mariner's Club VIP for just $10! VIPs receive priority boarding and dedicated table service for cocktails. Learn More >

Mount Memories Photo Service

Remember your cruise with a photo souvenir! Our photographers are available throughout the cruise to capture professional snapshots of your time on board.