Join us as we celebrate year three of black excellence this Juneteenth, June 16th, 2024, in Chicago.

If you've joined us the past two years, you already know what type of timing we’re on. But, for those of you who missed out, here’s a taste of what to look forward to. 

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Sail with us as we coast the Chicago Lakes, marveling at the stunning skyline while vibing to the latest Hip-Hop, Afro beats, and R&B.

We've teamed up with Chicago's finest to curate the ultimate Juneteenth: Pyramid, Visionary Productions, and Eventnoire!

Don’t miss out on the main event! Stay tuned, more details coming soon.

What is the dress code? There is a semi-casual dress code. No athletic wear, no jogging pants and no facial tattoos or gang representation

Can I bring my own food/drink on the boat? Absolutely no outside food or beverage may be brought on the boat.

What do I need to bring to get on the boat? Your printed or emailed ticket from Eventnorie and a valid ID. All guests must Be 21+.

How do I get to the boat? Please see below for a map and a detailed list of directions.

DIRECTIONS

The Anita Dee is docked at DuSable Harbor on the South side of the Chicago River at Lake Shore Drive.

**Since the Harbor has no real physical address, GPS and online directions are unreliable. Use the maps along with the directions below to get to the boat!

NO PARKING AT DUSABLE HARBOR

We recomend ubering but here are some parking options:

Millennium Park Garage - 5 S. Columbus - (312) 616-0600

ABM Parking Services - 400 N McClurg - (855) 234-0260

Standard - 505 E. Illinois - (312) 494-9770

ABM Parking Services - 323 E. Wacker - (312) 268-8116

LAZ Parking - 350 E. Monroe - (312) 616-0600

Navy Pier Lots - 600 E Grand - (312) 595-5072

From the West

Head east toward the lake on Lower Randolph Street from Michigan Ave. or Columbus Drive. (If coming from Michigan Ave., stay to the left to access lower Randolph St., do not go to the upper level!)

Take Randolph Street all the way to the last stop light before the lake and turn left. (Do not enter cul-de-sac)

Immediately after you turn, merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.

At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.

Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.

From the North Via Lake Shore Drive

Take Randolph St. exit off of Lake Shore Drive.

Turn left at bottom of Randolph St. exit ramp.

Turn left at second light (Do not enter cul-de-sac).

Immediately after you turn, merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.

At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.

Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River.

From the South Via Lake Shore Drive

Exit to Randolph/Wacker Dr. off of Lake Shore Drive. Stay in middle lane of ramp.

At bottom of ramp, proceed straight beyond traffic light.

Merge left to ramp leading down to parking lot.

At bottom of ramp, take ticket at the gate (pay upon exit) then drive straight to the end of the lot.

Park, walk out of opening on the right/east side of the lot. Both yachts will be to your left on the River .

Dropped Off

If getting dropped off by taxi, instead of telling the driver an address, tell them to drop off where lower Randolph Street meets the lakefront, DuSable Harbor, or Columbia Yacht Club.

Lower Randolph Street, east to the lakefront. Drop off at DuSable Harbor cul-de-sac

Walk down to the lake front path and turn left/walk north along the lakefront.

Our yachts will be straight ahead at the end of the lakefront path where it ends at the Chicago River.

Taxis can also go inside to the end of the DuSable Harbor Parking Lot which is closer (directions above in ‘Driving’). If they’re there for less than 15 mins, there is no charge.

Walking From the Loop

Take any stairway down to the Riverwalk on the south side of the Chicago River.

Walk east toward the lake (From Michigan Ave. Bridge- 10 min walk)

The south side of the Riverwalk ends at our boats just east of the Lake Shore Drive Bridge

From Navy Pier

Walk west on Illinois to Lower Lake Shore Drive, the first street on your left.

Cross Lower Lake Shore Drive to the west side of the street and turn left.

Once you cross over the Chicago River, look for the staircase on your right to walk down to Riverwalk

Turn left to go through tunnel on Riverwalk

Once you exit tunnel, you’ll see both yachts to your left on the River.

From Millennium Park

Head east on Monroe and cross over to the east side of Lake Shore Drive.

Turn left or walk north on the lakefront path.

Once you pass Columbia Yacht Club, keep walking north for 4-5 mins- Path ends at Chicago River and our Yachts.

We hope you can join us!

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICIES

 1. THERE IS NO PARKING AT DuSable HARBOR. USE THE MAP BELOW WHICH DETAILS PARKING OPTIONS IN THE AREA, GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME TO PARK OFF-SITE AND GET TO THE HARBOR/BOAT BY THE SCHEDULED BOARDING TIME.

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2. ENTRY ON BOARD THE YACHT IS STRICTLY DENIED FOR ANY PERSON INTOXICATED WITH ALCOHOL, NARCOTICS OR IN POSSESSION OF WEAPONS, ALCOHOL OR NARCOTICS. THIS INCLUDES MARIJUANA (IT IS ILLEGAL TO POSSES MARIJUANA, IN ANY QUANTITY, ON THE BOAT. THE BOATS ARE REGULATED BY THE UNITED STATES COAST GUARD AND INDIVIDUALS IN POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA OR OTHER NARCOTICS, ARE SUBJECT TO ARREST)

3. THERE IS A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY BEFORE, DURING OR AFTER CRUISES FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL(S) FIGHTING OR EXHIBITING AGGRESSIVE OR VIOLENT BEHAVIOR. INDIVIDUALS WILL BE DETAINED BY SECURITY AND TURNED OVER TO THE CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO BE ARRESTED IMMEDIATELY UPON RETURNING TO DOCK. INDIVIDUALS WILL BE BLACKLISTED AND DENIED ENTRY TO ANY FUTURE EVENT. 

4. COVID: ANITA DEE YACHT CHARTERS WILL ENFORCE THE CURRENT FEDERAL, STATE OR CITY OF CHICAGO COVID PROTOCOLS THAT EXIST THE DAY OF EVENT. (Currently, there is no Covid related restrictions of any kind.)