We are delighted to share that on May 22 we will be hosting an exclusive Maritime Day Networking Cruise in partnership with event sponsor City Cruises.
The two-hour cruise will commence following a Blessing of the Fleet ceremony at Navy Pier, with attendees then embarking onto the Chicago Elite for an afternoon of fine company, superb views, and a few drinks in the late spring sunshine.
The event, with lunch included, costs $80 for members, and we have also made this cruise available to non-members for $100.
You may also wish to join CPC for $150, which immediately entitles you to the discounted member rate on this and future events.
This was a super event last year, and we look forward to welcoming members, sponsors, and new faces. We’re expecting a strong turnout from across the industry – so don’t miss this opportunity to connect with maritime leaders.
Schedule for the day (subject to change):
1 pm: Ceremony at the Captain at the Helm statue
1:50pm: Boarding the Chicago Elite vessel
2:pm: Cruise begins
4pm: Cruise finishes. Optional post-event drinks nearby (at own expense)
Location: Navy Pier and aboard the Chicago Elite vessel
Ticket Options:
CPC Member – $80
Non-Member – $100
New Member + Cruise – $150
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Interested in raising your company’s visibility? Event and speaking sponsorships are available from $500 to $1,000. Contact us to learn more.
📅 Save the Dates – Upcoming 2025 Events:
August 13 – Reception with American Great Lakes Port Directors ahead of AGLPA
October 8 – City Cruise with Wendella
About the Chicago Propeller Club:
🥂 Forge closer relationships, filling a gap in Great Lakes maritime networking
⛴️ Drive jobs and growth through member collaboration and trade
🛳️ Support seafarer welfare
👨🔧 Help veterans and young people into maritime careers
🏙️ Raise awareness of the maritime industry’s importance to Chicagoland and the Great Lakes
🤝 Build ties with Propeller Clubs around the U.S. and the world