Rock the Boat | Summer 2026

Glass Onion Band plating on board vessel for Rock the Boat
Live Music

Rock the Boat with Glass Onion — Summer 2026 🎸

Get ready to rock your Friday nights at sea! The Cape May–Lewes Ferry is thrilled to bring back Rock the Boat in 2026, featuring Delaware’s premier rock ' n ' roll party band, Glass Onion, performing live onboard. Join us for Friday evening cruises filled with music, fun, and sunset views over Delaware Bay.
 

PLEASE NOTE: Due to the popularity of these events, cash is a preferred form of payment for onboard refreshments to speed up the service. 

NEW: BOOK TICKETS FOR ROCK THE BOAT

To Purchase Tickets for any Rock the Boat event, select the date and scheduled departure from Lewes at 4:15 pm or Cape May at 6:00 pm.

Why Join Us?

Two departure options: Lewes at 4:15 PM or Cape May at 6:00 PM. 
 
Round-trip entertainment with Glass Onion
 
Bar service onboard (see details below)
 
Perfect way to start your weekend in style

🎟️ Tickets & Departure Info

Select your preferred Friday date and choose your departure:
 

  • Depart Lewes — 4:15 PM
  •  
  • Depart Cape May — 6:00 PM

Boardings begin about 30–45 minutes before each departure, so arrive early to check in and get settled.

 

🥂 Onboard Refreshments & Bar Policy

Bar service is available via the Lido Bars (accepting both cash & cards) and satellite bars (cash only). Because Rock the Boat cruises are very popular, carrying cash is strongly recommended for faster service. Let’s keep those lines moving and keep the party rolling!

 

Glass Onion band playing on the ferry

DATE: Returning in 2026

    📆 Schedule & Important Notes

    Dates: Fridays, late June through early September 2026
     
    Exception: No Rock the Boat cruise on holiday dates (e.g. July 4)
     
    Lewes Departure: Check-in at ~3:45 PM — Depart 4:15 PM — Return ~7:25 PM
     
    Cape May Return Leg: While there is no dedicated Rock the Boat departure from Cape May, passengers may board the 6:00 PM Cape May crossing to enjoy Glass Onion’s performance on the return crossing. Entertainment (beyond the sunset) is not provided on the 7:45 PM return-only cruise.


    🔔 Stay in the Loop — Don’t Miss 2026 Updates

    We’re already finalizing details for 2026 — dates, ticket links, and any special guests. Check back here in early spring for our full Rock the Boat schedule.
     
    Also, want to be among the first to know? Subscribe to the Ferry email list to get alerts and exclusive presale access to concerts, cruises, and more.

    Rock your Friday nights with us — see you aboard!

     

    On Board the Cape May-Lewes Ferry

    43 Cape Henlopen Dr
    Lewes, DE 19958

    Get Directions

    Upcoming Events

    Blood Drive Oct 2025
    Family
    Tiger stretching under the shade at the Cape May County Park & Zoo | CMLF
    Excursion Package
    Revolution Rail Cape May group tour going over the bridge
    Excursion Package