
The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise
Sat 12 Dec · 12:15
The Dixie Queen
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The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas cruise departs from Butlers Wharf Pier on 12 December 2026. Guests board at 12:15 to enjoy ska, rocksteady, reggae, and 2 Tone music on the Dixie Queen paddle steamer. The cruise features DJs Sean Flowerdew and Nanker P alongside special guests.
Our ever popular Christmas Thames cruise returns on Saturday 12th Dec'26, but this year, due to overwhelming demand, we have supersized! We are delighted to announce that our Christmas cruise this year will be on the most beautiful and unqiue vessel on the Thames - the Dixie Queen paddle steamer.
With it's 600 capacity across it's gorgeous two floors, two bars and two outerdecks it really is something special.
This cruise sells out every year. So be sure to buy early!
Come sail the Thames, take in London famous sites, to the finest ska, rocksteady, reggae & 2 Tone sounds around. All onboard the official London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas cruise. Bringing you the best in events since 1988!
With host DJs Sean Flowerdew (Pama Int'l/LISF), Nanker P and very special guests.
Boards 12.15pm. Sails 1pm sharp. Butlers Wharf Pier, London SE1.
Nearest tube - London Bridge.
Terms & conditions:
- No refunds. Please make sure you can attend before booking
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The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 12:15.
The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise is held at The Dixie Queen in London.
Tickets for The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise
Editorial Summary
The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas cruise departs from Butlers Wharf Pier on 12 December 2026. Guests board at 12:15 to enjoy ska, rocksteady, reggae, and 2 Tone music on the Dixie Queen paddle steamer. The cruise features DJs Sean Flowerdew and Nanker P alongside special guests.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Our ever popular Christmas Thames cruise returns on Saturday 12th Dec'26, but this year, due to overwhelming demand, we have supersized! We are delighted to announce that our Christmas cruise this year will be on the most beautiful and unqiue vessel on the Thames - the Dixie Queen paddle steamer.
With it's 600 capacity across it's gorgeous two floors, two bars and two outerdecks it really is something special.
This cruise sells out every year. So be sure to buy early!
Come sail the Thames, take in London famous sites, to the finest ska, rocksteady, reggae & 2 Tone sounds around. All onboard the official London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas cruise. Bringing you the best in events since 1988!
With host DJs Sean Flowerdew (Pama Int'l/LISF), Nanker P and very special guests.
Boards 12.15pm. Sails 1pm sharp. Butlers Wharf Pier, London SE1.
Nearest tube - London Bridge.
Terms & conditions:
- No refunds. Please make sure you can attend before booking
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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When is The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise?
The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 12:15.
Where is The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise taking place?
The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise is held at The Dixie Queen in London.
How do I get tickets for The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise?
Tickets for The London Int'l Ska Festival Christmas Thames cruise can be booked via Skiddle using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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