Groups

Corporate Events

Elevate your next corporate event aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen! Our elegant riverboat offers a unique setting for meetings, conferences, and team-building activities. With stunning views of the Mississippi River and a range of customizable options, including catering and entertainment packages, your guests will enjoy an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re hosting a small board meeting or a large corporate retreat, our dedicated staff will ensure every detail is taken care of, allowing you to focus on what matters most—connecting with your team.

Karen Schneller
504.293.2314
kschneller@bigeasy.com

Emily Blackburn
504.293.2341
eblackburn@bigeasy.com

Family Reunions, Birthdays, Social Gatherings

From senior groups to church groups, military organizations, tour and travel parties, associations, and conventioneers, our professional group sales staff is dedicated to accommodating your group every step of the way. We provide reserved seating for our Dinner Jazz Cruise on the scenic Mississippi River, ensuring that every detail is covered for a memorable experience. Whether you’re enjoying a leisurely daytime cruise or a lively evening filled with jazz, our riverboat excursions offer a unique glimpse into the heart of New Orleans.

Pache Wegmann
504.293.2332
pwegmann@bigeasy.com

Destiny Pickett
504.293.2313
dpickett@bigeasy.com

School Groups

The Paddlewheeler Creole Queen’s narrated Chalmette Battlefield cruise offers a fun and educational experience outside the classroom. This 800-passenger, double-decker riverboat connects students to the rich history of the Mississippi River. Both students and teachers will enjoy our captain’s narration, highlighting historic New Orleans sites, attractions, and other vessels along the way. Contact us for special school group pricing that suits any group size, and don't miss our partner, Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour, for another fantastic field trip option!

Destiny Pickett - Creole Queen School Groups
504.293.2313
dpickett@bigeasy.com

Pache Wegmann - Jean Lafitte Swamp Tour School Groups
504.293.2332
pwegmann@bigeasy.com

Tours & Travel

Our sales manager will assist you with any tour and travel package with the best possible rate for all of our cruises. Your package materials will be completely organized to make it easier for you to ensure your group a relaxing time while they are in New Orleans.

Destiny Pickett
504.293.2313
dpickett@bigeasy.com

Weddings

Plan a storybook wedding aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen, where you and your guests will create unforgettable memories! Exchange vows on the stunning open-air promenade deck, then celebrate your reception in one of our elegant Victorian dining rooms. This unique riverboat venue offers various room options, catering services, bar packages, entertainment, and more to make your New Orleans wedding truly special.

Karen Schneller
504.293.2314
kschneller@bigeasy.com