Thursday 11th July 2024 6pm to 10pm Butler's Wharf Pier 36E Shad Thames, London, SE1 2YE
Dress Code is straight from work / smart casual. No jeans or trainers.
The Annual Summer River Boat Party is one of the most popular events in the facilities industry’s calendar, seeing 400 people enjoying great hospitality and an unforgettable evening on the River Thames.
We'll sail east past the Tower of London, on past Canary Wharf and historic Greenwich, round the O2 peninsula and through the Thames Barrier before turning back for a Grand Finale. Just before we dock, Tower Bridge will be raised. London’s busy traffic will come to a halt. The Dixie Queen will pass through in a blaze of coloured lights and the applause of your guest.
All tickets include a hot and cold buffet with dessert, tea and coffee and entertainment. Sponsors tables include a half-bottle of wine per person. A bar will be available on both decks of the Dixie Queen. Payments by credit and debit card only.
We are looking forward to welcoming our close-up magician again. A GIF photo booth for all guests to use will be located on the Upper Deck.
| 4:00 pm
Pre-Boarding Drinks
Hosted by one of the event sponsorsat All Bar One Butlers Wharf, a handy meeting point for you and your guests with the chance to enjoy a drink and meet other attendees prior to boarding the Dixie Queen. Register yourinterest to attend here.
| 6:00 pm
Registration & Boarding
Guests will start to board the Dixie Queen at Butler's Wharf Pier. A complimentary cloakroom will be available for all guests. Sponsors and their guests have priority passes and can board the Dixie Queen from 5:45pm.
| 6:30 pm
Set Sail & Networking
Connect with leading industry professionals, discuss current topics, share ideas and build mutually beneficial commercial relationships as we cruise down the River Thames. All guests have access to both decks of the Dixie Queen.
| 7:30 pm
Food Served
A delicious selection of substantial canapes will be served. With veggie, vegan and gluten free options, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
| 9:30 pm
Raffle & Auction Close
Tonight we will be raising money through a silent auction and a raffle for two fantastic charities; Boxing Futures and DEBRA. Please do bid generously and help us raise vital funds for these two very worthy causes! Every penny raised goes to the designated charities, no fees are deducted at all.
| 10:00 pm
Dock & Disembark
The Dixie Queen will dock at Tower Millennium Pier and guests will need to disembark by 10pm – many will continue their fruitful conversations at one of the many nearby bars.
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