# General Jackson Showboat Holiday Family Cruise on the Cumberland River > Event for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Nov 20 – Dec 25 · 11:15 AM – 2:30 PM - Where: General Jackson Showboat Dock, 2812 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214 - Ages: All ages (Children 3 and under free) - Price: $45-$85 general cruise; children 3 and under free; meal options included - Organizer: General Jackson Showboat & Gaylord Opryland - Official page: https://generaljackson.com/holiday-cruises/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/general-jackson-showboat-holiday-family-cruise-on-the-cumberland-river--listing-ee727329fcc8a696da61de8a ## About The General Jackson Showboat Christmas Cruises offer families an unforgettable holiday voyage aboard one of the largest paddlewheel riverboats in the country, sailing leisurely along the winding Cumberland River. Decked out in thousands of holiday lights, evergreen boughs, and festive ribbonry, the 300-foot Victorian-style showboat presents a delightful two-and-a-half-hour holiday experience. Guests enjoy a family-friendly holiday meal, followed by a Broadway-caliber musical stage production inside the two-story Victorian Theater, showcasing beloved Christmas carols, energetic dance numbers, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. From the open hurricane deck, children can wave at passing tugboats and admire sweeping vistas of the Nashville winter riverbanks. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Boarding ramps and interior main decks are wheelchair and stroller accessible; elevators provide access between interior passenger decks. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Restrooms equipped with diaper-changing stations are located on both main and upper Victorian theater levels. • Age Suitability: Welcoming to all ages, from infants and toddlers experiencing their first boat ride to excited older children and grandparents. • Sensory Tips: The musical revue features theatrical lighting and upbeat amplification; the open-air exterior promenade decks provide peaceful, breezy escapes if children need quiet. ## Similar picks in Nashville - [Opry Mills Holiday Ice Rink & Santa Photo Experience](https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/opry-mills-holiday-ice-rink-and-santa-photo-experience--listing-0bc1028c52101aa191040c3e) — Nov 13 – Jan 10 · 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Opry Mills · All ages · From $15 · checked Nov 5. 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