Colonial Belle

Colonial Belle We provide scenic lunch, dinner, brunch, & sightseeing cruises, lock tours, themed/event cruises & private charters along the historic Erie Canal.

Family owned/operated since 1989 The Colonial Belle has been providing Erie Canal tour boat cruises from mid-May through October for over 20 years. Come aboard in Fairport, NY, just 20 minutes from Rochester, New York. The Colonial Belle's narrated tour will familiarize you with the rich history and many traditional landmarks along the scenic Erie Canal traveling west between Fairport and Pittsfor

d. Our three-hour cruise includes lock passage at Canal Park in Pittsford, located at Clover St. and Jefferson Rd. We offer a variety of cruises open to the public and can customize your private event. We are pleased to provide our own beverage service and catering by various local restaurants.

We pass by this on nearly all of our cruises & it’s pointed out on every narrated cruise as we pass by.  😊
08/06/2025

We pass by this on nearly all of our cruises & it’s pointed out on every narrated cruise as we pass by. 😊

08/06/2025

We had a great night for our Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Tribute Colonial Belle Live Music Cruise tonight! Thanks to Ben Sheridan & Matt Beeman of Big Eyed Phish - Dave Matthews Tribute Band for the music.

Everyone had a blast!
⚓️🎶

www.colonialbelle.com

08/04/2025

We are grateful for the U.S. Coastguard for helping to inspect our vessel & add to keeping our passengers safe.
Colonial Belle requires US Coast Guard certified Captains.

Themed/Event cruises this week:💥Book ASAP!(Regular daily public cruises are also available.)Tuesday, 8/57-10PMDave Matth...
08/04/2025

Themed/Event cruises this week:
💥Book ASAP!
(Regular daily public cruises are also available.)

Tuesday, 8/5
7-10PM
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Tribute Colonial Belle Live Music Cruise
💥Limited availability. Book NOW!

Thursday, 8/7
7-10PM
“Smoke on the Water” Whiskey & Music Cruise w/ The Tommy Brunett Band, Iron Smoke Distillery
💥Booking deadline TOMORROW, Tues 8/5 by 1PM

Friday, 8/8
6:30-9:30PM
💥Almost sold out!
8/7 by 1pm (or before sold out) - Booking deadline to add the optional dinner package
Sunset Lock Cruise w/ Live Music by Amy Montrois Duo Aboard Colonial Belle

Sunday, 8/10
Sunday Narrated Brunch Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle 8/10
💥Booking deadline 8/8 by 1PM

Book online:
www.colonialbelle.com

OR 📞 (585)223-9470 to book

We hope to see you aboard!

Bluebird Day Productions
Big Eyed Phish - Dave Matthews Tribute Band
Miller's Garage Music
Iron Smoke Distillery
Tommy Brunett
Amy Montrois
Spinelli's Catering, Chef Services & Event Space
Perinton Pizza Emporium
Dinosaur BBQ

Book ASAP!⚓️🎶
08/03/2025

Book ASAP!
⚓️🎶

Upcoming cruises:Saturday, 8/22:30-5:30pmThe High Divin’ Act - Colonial Belle Live Canal Music Cruise  - Live Canal Folk...
08/01/2025

Upcoming cruises:

Saturday, 8/2
2:30-5:30pm
The High Divin’ Act - Colonial Belle Live Canal Music Cruise - Live Canal Folk Songs

Sunday, 8/3
12-1:30pm
Family Special Cruise
&
2:30-5:30pm
Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise w/ Live Music by Alex Vine Music

⚓️Tuesday, 8/5
2:30-5:30pm
Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise
&
7-9PM
Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds Tribute Colonial Belle Live Music Cruise

⚓️Wednesday, 8/6
1-4pm
Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise
Lunch option available if ordered by 1pm 8/5
&
6:30-9:30PM
Miller’s Garage Trio Colonial Belle Live Music Cruise

⚓️Thursday, 8/7
12-2pm
Narrated Sightseeing Cruise
Lunch option available if ordered 8/6 by 1pm
&
2:30-5:30pm
Narrated Afternoon Lock Cruise
&
7-10PM
“Smoke on the Water” Whiskey & Music Cruise w/ The Tommy Brunett Band, Iron Smoke Distillery
💥Booking deadline 8/5 by 1PM or before sold out

⚓️Friday, 8/8
Afternoon Private Charter
(No public availability)
&
6:30-9:30PM
Sunset Lock Cruise w/ Live Music by Amy Montrois Duo Aboard Colonial Belle

💥💥MORE August Themed/Event Cruises:
Sunday, 8/10
11:30-1:30
Sunday Narrated Brunch Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle 8/10

Tuesday, 8/12
6:30-9pm
Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle - August
💥Almost sold out

Wednesday, 8/13
6:30-8:30PM
80s Live Music Cruise aboard Colonial Belle w/ “The Breakfast Club”

Thursday, 8/14
7-9:30PM
Inside Out (‘60s Cover Band) Live Music Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle

Friday, 8/15
6:30-9:30PM
Sunset Lock Cruise w/ Live Music by Mark Cellura & Chelsey Barry Aboard Colonial Belle

Saturday, 8/16
7-9:30PM
Adult Prom Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle w/ Turner Music Productions DJ

Sunday, 8/17
12-1:30PM
Family Pirate Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle - August

Tuesday, 8/19
6:30-9:30PM
Blues, Booze & BBQ Cruise w/ Da Vines & Dinosaur BBQ aboard Colonial Belle

Wednesday, 8/20
6:30-9:30PM
Claudia Hoyser Band Live Music Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle

Sunday, 8/24
11:30-1:30
Sunday Narrated Brunch Cruise Aboard Colonial Belle 8/24

Tuesday, 8/26
7-9PM
Bec and The Bopcats Colonial Belle Live Music Cruise

Wednesday, 8/27
6:30-9:30PM
Sunset JAZZ Live Music/Lock Cruise w/ Nyerges, Smith, Lake & Tiberio Aboard Colonial Belle

Friday, 8/29
6:30-9:30pm
Sunset Lock Cruise w/ Live Music by Brad Allison & Jim Kerins Aboard Colonial Belle

www.colonialbelle.com
📞 (585)223-9470

⭐️ 70+ Themed/Event Cruises:
https://www.colonialbelle.com/erieCanalThemedCruise.html

⭐️ Daily Cruises:
https://www.colonialbelle.com/erieCanalBoatCruise.html

We hope to see you aboard! 😎



Stephen Morrell
Bluebird Day Productions
Big Eyed Phish - Dave Matthews Tribute Band
Iron Smoke Distillery
Tommy Brunett
Amy Montrois
OTBi
The Breakfast Club 80's Tribute
Inside Out
Mark Cellura Music
Turner Music Productions
Da Vines
Claudia Hoyser
Bec and the Bopcats
John Nyerges/NBR Jazz
Bill Tiberio
Brad Allison
Jim Kerins
David M Miller
Miller's Garage Music
The High Divin’ Act

We’re hiring more great people to join our team to help finish out our BUSY 2025 cruising season! 😎⚓️💥Please share with ...
07/31/2025

We’re hiring more great people to join our team to help finish out our BUSY 2025 cruising season! 😎⚓️

💥Please share with family/friends who may be interested. TIA!

We’re looking for more great people to help us with the rest of our 2025 season for cruises open to the public and many private charters that are already scheduled. Our 2025 season began in May and continues through early November. Some of our Crew/Deckhands are heading back to college, teaching, etc soon and their availability will be changing.

All deckhands (“crew”) must be age 18 or older, and pass both pre-employment AND random drug testing as required by the United States Coast Guard. This is a federal drug test which includes ma*****na.

We're looking for outgoing, and personable, hardworking individuals who can help us provide a great cruising experience to our passengers! Part Time (& possibly some FT) positions are available.

Our Crew is responsible for serving drinks, (some bartending with training as needed), plate/serving food, handling lines/ropes, overseeing safety, stocking, practicing US Coastguard required training & drills, cleaning, helping passengers have a fantastic cruise experience & more. Customized training is provided based on the individual’s previous experiences.

Our passengers are all ages from babies to adults 100+ years old. Some of our cruisers are locals while others are tourists from literally all over the world. We offer lunch, dinner, brunch, sightseeing cruises, MANY themed/event cruises, private charters & more. The Colonial Belle is the largest tour boat operating on the Erie Canal. Visit: www.colonialbelle.com for more information about our company.

2025 is the 200th Anniversary of the opening of the original Erie Canal. Our pre-season bookings & passenger counts so far this season are FAR above average for our family owned/operated tour boat business that was established in 1989.
It’s a BUSY season with lots of extra special cruises planned. 😊

Crew members are paid hourly wages + GREAT tips.

Serving, bartending and/or boating experience is a plus, but is not required.

💥 We are also hiring for more positions in our office as well. Office hours: 7 days a week from 10:00am - 2:00pm (excluding holidays) mid-May through November 2nd.
Weekend availability is our greatest need.

Visit www.ColonialBelle.com for more information about our company.

💥💥 If you are interested in joining our team, please email us with your resume/list of experiences, typical availability to work, and your interest in a Deckhand/Crew or Office position when applying to: [email protected]

Interviews are starting SOON!
⚓️😎

07/31/2025

On May 15, 1918 the third enlargement of the Erie Canal was complete when the NYS Barge Canal opened to traffic. Built for self-propelled vessels, it uses canalized rivers, lakes, and land-cut sections, and is the Erie Canal we know today.

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400 Packetts Lndg
Fairport, NY
14450

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10am - 3pm

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