Experience the Halloween Masquerade Ball cruise in Laconia, NH—a thrilling evening of costumes, entertainment, and scenic lake views. Perfect for celebrating the spooky season on Lake Winnipesaukee.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required; the event is seated and leisurely.
Wildlife
History
Mount Washington Cruises has operated on Lake Winnipesaukee since the early 1870s, offering scenic tours and special events.
Conservation
Efforts include promoting eco-friendly boating practices and minimizing emissions to protect the lake’s ecosystem.
Mount Washington Cruises
Experience the Halloween Masquerade Ball cruise in Laconia, NH—a thrilling evening of costumes, entertainment, and scenic lake views. Perfect for celebrating the spooky season on Lake Winnipesaukee.
Mount Washington Cruises operates passenger cruises from Laconia, New Hampshire, on Lake Winnipesaukee. The company operates historic vessels including the M/S Mount Washington and the M/V Sophie C and offers a variety of narrated scenic tours, themed cruises, dining cruises, and seasonal specialty trips. Shore stops and island visits are included on select sailings, and the Mailboat Cruise features postal service interactions, postcard cancellations, and local island stops. Dining options include a dinner buffet, brunch buffet, and desserts served on themed evenings such as sunset or Independence Day cruises. Departures originate from Weirs Beach, Wolfeboro, and Alton Bay, providing convenient boarding points across southern Winnipesaukee. Cruises vary in length from approximately 90 minutes for haunted or specialty trips to two and a half or three hours for narrated scenic tours and brunch sailings. Onboard amenities include live narration about regional history and folklore, souvenir shopping, and light entertainment on select departures. The operation emphasizes safety and guest comfort, with crewed vessels, scheduled parking options near the dock, and professional service during meal service. Mount Washington Cruises has an established seasonal schedule and is recognized locally for preserving historic lake vessels and offering accessible ways to experience Lake Winnipesaukee. Visitors can book single cruises, holiday events such as Independence Day dinner cruises, or combine a cruise with local activities by using the company’s Stay and Play or Wolfeboro connection options. Mount Washington Cruises provides reliable, third-party passenger cruises focused on sightseeing, dining, and regional interpretation.
Advance reservations recommended on summer weekends.
Home Port
Laconia, NH
Departures from Weirs Beach, Alton Bay, Wolfeboro
Tours Offered
10 Experiences
Scenic, dining, themed, and holiday cruises
Crewed Vessels
Professional Crew
Trained staff manage boarding and service
Cruise Lengths
90–180 minutes
Short to extended scenic and dining cruises
Reserve Mailboat, Sunset Dinner, Brunch, or narrated scenic tours — availability fills fast during summer and holidays.
Dress Warmly in Layers
Evenings on the water can get chilly in fall, so bring layers to stay comfortable throughout the cruise.
Arrive Early for Boarding
Arrive at the dock ahead of time to secure your spot and enjoy pre-boarding festivities.
Bring a Camera
Capture your creative costume and scenic autumn views, but watch your gear around water.
Plan Transportation Ahead
Consider a designated driver or ride service since alcohol may be served onboard.
Warm Jacket
To stay comfortable against the cool autumn breeze on the lake.
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Costume or Mask
Participate fully in the masquerade ball and costume contest.
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Comfortable Shoes
For walking on the dock and moving around the boat safely.
Waterproof Phone Case
Protects your phone from accidental splashes during the cruise.