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WELCOME TO RIVER CITY CRUISES

Hop on board mv neptune for a magnificent tour of brisbane by water., ** important maintenance update ** mv neptune is undergoing maintenance so that we can continue to offer you an unforgettable experience of exploring brisbane city by river. cruises are planned to return from wednesday the 1st of may.   explore queensland’s capital on a boutique timber vessel with a relaxing and informative tour of the city of brisbane from the river is one of the best things to do in brisbane. during the cruise you will be entertained by an informative commentary that provides insight into the history of brisbane and the river today. perfect for both locals and visitors.

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We depart from the Cultural Centre Public Pontoon, South Brisbane Qld 4101. This is located on the river outside the Cultural Centre, about 100m upstream from the Victoria bridge and 300m upstream from the Brisbane Wheel. Please Note: Unfortunately M V Neptune is not equipped for wheelchair access and refreshments are available for purchase on board by card only.

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Riverfire 2025

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Seniors groups, youth or school groups or just want to arrange a private function then we can provide a great outcome.

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Brisbane’s Best Tour

Hop on board the MV Neptune for a magnificent tour of Brisbane by water. This remains Brisbane’s best value tour. During the cruise you will be entertained by an informative commentary that provides insight into the history of Brisbane and the River today. Enjoy an ice cold beer or wine from bar as you marvel at the historical landmarks and the homes of the rich and famous. Perfect for both locals and visitors!

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Cultural centre public pontoon at southbank on the river in front of the cultural centre., [email protected].

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DEPOSITS & PAYMENT – Confirmation of a booking is not until a deposit has been paid. A deposit of $500 is payable upon booking, with the balance to be paid 3 weeks prior to travel. If a booking is made less than 21 days from cruise date, full payment is required on confirmation.

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Let Aquarius Charters make your party Special. Whether it's a Birthday, Anniversary, Celebration or Business Function, we know how to help you plan your party, how you want it to be.

On behalf of Nine, I just wanted to say thank you and let you know how fantastic the night was. I've hosted and booked several news party's for Nine and everyone here let me know its been the best by far. The staff you had on the night were incredible, you should be extremely proud of your team because ive never been to an event whereby the staff worked so hard.  

Had our work Christmas party onboard with Aquarius Charters. It was an amazing day and everyone had such a great time. Great food, service and atmosphere. Would definitely recommend this to anyone.

Once again, thank you so much for making our Christmas party so enjoyable. It will definitely be talked about for a while yet.

The food was superb and the service first class. We will certainly recommend you to everyone.

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I heard a number of people say how much they enjoyed it and how they would be keeping you in mind for future events.

Chris and I couldn't of chosen a better way to celebrate our wedding.

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• Brisbane Boat Cruise

Stuck on ideas for something a bit different or unique for your next  party or  celebration? We’ll make it easy for you with a Brisbane boat cruise.  

With  Brisvegas Cruises  you’re guaranteed to have a memorable time taking in the sights and scenery that make Brisbane   a beautiful spot to see from the river.  

From birthdays to weddings and special events, we welcome you on board to have a fantastic time with us.  

Want to find out more? That’s easy .  Just  give our  friendly  team a call  on 1300 791 180 , or submit an  online enquiry here  and we’ll help you plan the best event ever .  

Brisvegas Cruises  

We are Brisbane’s most popular private boat charter. The best reason to pick us over anyone else? We are your trusted brand with tailor made quotes and packages to suit all events.  Our cruises  cater for:  

• Birthday  p arties  
• Uni  c ruises  
• Corporate  e vents  
• Christmas  p arties  
• Bucks  p arties  
• Special  e vents   

Our most popular events are birthday parties. It doesn’t matter whe ther  you’re turning 18 or 80, we have the best location to enjoy your special celebration.  

Enjoy the  Brisbane   S ights  

Not only will you enjoy the expanse of the beautiful Brisbane River, but you get to take in everything surrounding it.  

You can expect to see the many different structured bridges, the city buildings, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Southbank  and so much more.  And if you’re lucky enough to be cruising with us at night time, everything takes on a different hue with the glow of lights from the city itself.  

Why Choose us for  Y our Brisbane Boat Cruise?  

• We provide Brisbane’s best river cruise and party venue all in the one place.  
• Amazing views and scenery on your very own pr i vate boat charter.  
• Booking is easy .  Just call us on 1300 791 180 or  message us online .  

Brisbane  Boat Cruise    

Don’t wait to book your Brisbane Boat Cruise, m ake your booking today by calling our office on 1300 791 180 , or submit an  online enquiry here .   

Brisvegas Cruises offer a unique way to experience the Brisbane River. When you book an event with us you can have the peace of mind that you’ll have the whole venue to yourself. So, you and your friends can relax and party hard.

With great value party packages, including food and beverages you won’t have to worry about organising a thing. Whether it’s a birthday party, wedding, corporate event or Christmas party, hop on board with Brisvegas Cruises for a night to remember!

Call us on 1300 791 180 , send an email to [email protected] or submit an online enquiry here .

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Boat Party For Your Birthday!

The perfect birthday boat party venue, spend your birthday on the yot club.

Seeking boat birthday party ideas? YOT Club can help you turn your celebration into a luxurious affair with a birthday boat cruise. Whether you want to celebrate with a small group of close friends or have a lavish bash with all your nearest and dearest, there’s no better way to make it a truly special day than by cruising in Brisbane or on the Gold Coast.

Whether you want to soak up the sun with close friends or family, or throw an extravagant party for all your guests, a birthday cruise is guaranteed to make your birthday one to remember. For a unique and luxurious birthday party, why not celebrate this year relaxing on the water?

Package Choices & Inclusions

* Prices may vary at certain times of the year

Upper Deck VIP Booth - $2,200*

• 10 x Upper Deck tickets
• 2 x Bottles of Veuve Cliquot
• 1 x Bottle of Grey Goose Vodka 700ml
• 5 x Red Bull mixers
• 10 x YOT Shots
• 1 x Captain’s Hat
• Signature YOT Club cocktail on arrival for 10 guests
• Reserved seating on the Upper Deck
• Bottle service + Variety of other mixers
• Grazing Platter for up to 10 guests
• Access to all public areas of YOT Club
• Options to: Invite up to 3 more guests at the admission ticket price, whilst tickets are available + Order bottle service spirits or start a bar tab

Ocean Deck VIP Booth - $1,650*

• 10 x Ocean Deck admission tickets
• 2 x Bottles of Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut
• Reserved seating on the Ocean Deck

Innerstage VIP Ocean Deck Booth - $1,100*

• 6 x Ocean Deck Tickets
• Drink on arrival
• 1 x Grey Goose (unlimited soda and 5x red bull cans)
• 1 x Bottle of Moet
• 6 x YOT Shots

YOT Birthday Package - $500*

• Cake with “Happy Birthday” topper
• Birthday Shoutout from the YOT Crew
• Express VIP Entry
• Happy Birthday Sign
• Bonus bottle of 700ml Grey Goose (unlimited soda and 5x red bull cans)
• Bonus round of YOT shots
• VIP Red Velvet Bollard

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Brisbane River

BRISBANE BIRTHDAY PARTY YACHT

Cruise along the Brisbane River on our Brisbane boat cruise. Celebrate Your Birthday On The Water. See the city from a different perspective and enjoy your party in style.

Indulge With Us

With capacity for 399 guests spread over two luxurious levels, YOT Club has been designed as the ultimate floating event space. Featuring two full service cocktail bars, a commercial kitchen, DJ booth and a top of the line AV system, we can cater for your every indulgence.

Gold Coast Birthday Boat Party Events

Choose from the gold coast events below & then select a vip booth , yot by night | gold coast, yot by day | gold coast, gold coast broadwater.

BIRTHDAY BOAT PARTY GOLD COAST

Set sail along the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Spend your birthday this year by celebrating with a lunch or birthday dinner on the Gold Coast

What Our Guests Say

” Such a great time on board! The DJ was awesome, food and cocktails were fabulous and over all great vibe! I had a super fun time with my group of friends in our own private booth and dancing the day away! Aleisha Busstra

” Went on the yot last night was such a good time really enjoyed it and the whole experience was amazing wanna shout out earl for hooking it up made my birthday a night to remember Tyler Moss

” Best day out on the water with the YOT Club team, the team were exceptional! Would definitely recommend this to everyone that lives or visits the Gold Coast. Toby Smith

” First class experience, fabulous staff, beautiful location, amazing food and service. Can't wait to go again! Tracey Oakford

” If you are thinking about doing a YoT cruise “Do it” book now. We can’t thank the manager enough for a fabulous day and night so Patricio we love you. We did a day cruise today and came back tonight to do it all over again. This experience caters to all ages so get your cocktail dresses and dancing shoes on and get on board. Ahoy Leisa Baker

” Fantastic Day out on the Broadwater. Sensational food and fantastic atmosphere and fantastic service. A Team who knows what there doing Dave Thompson

” Can highly recommend a trip on YOT I’ve been on 5 times and it never disappoints. Service is great, food is delicious and the tunes are banging! Nicola Wilcock

Other Events On The YOT Club

From corporate events to  Christmas parties , we have a luxury event venue for all your needs. If you’re seeking a special private charter for a corporate event click  here , for a unique engagement party click  here , or for a Christmas party click  here . You could even check out our luxury weddings page  here  or see our scheduled events on our  What’s On  page.

Please note that restrictions apply for all of our events including: age, dress code, and behaviour. Check out our policies  here .

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Brisbane River Cruise

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• Great party boat
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• Cruise up and down Brisbane River
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Brisbane River Cruise 

A great Brisbane river cruise to hire for your next party in Brisbane. Book our large river cruise either late afternoon or early evening - our most popular time slots are 2-5pm and 7-10pm. Min numbers are required - see below.  

Nice to sit or stand out outside relaxing with a beer or glass of wine chat to your fellow party-goers. You will have this Brisbane river cruise all to yourself for 3 hours or 4 hours is an option for any night time cruises. Talk to GoBananas about extra costing. 

Brisbane River Cruise suits:

• 18th birthday party 
• 21st birthday party
• Are you turning 30 and fancy going out with a bang
• 50 years and going grey. Celebrate with all your friends and family.
• Hens/Bucks parties
• Xmas/Corporate Parties

How does our river cruise in Brisbane work?

• Upstairs which can be open or covered pending on the time of the year. This boat is ideal for any winter parties due to its flexibility.
• Downstairs -  big enough to sit large groups. This is also used as a dance floor later on. 
• Downstairs also has a fully licensed bar. All drinks are bought at the bar - standard prices.
• BBQ available to use free of charge or we can arrange food as well for as little as $20pp min 20 people. 

Min numbers required for our river cruise in Brisbane

• Min 20 people to book an afternoon cruise and min 40 people for any evening cruises. 
• Any cruises during November/December is 50 people minimum + food to be booked as well.

Our menus range from finger food platters to buffet type which is ideal for any birthday party or Xmas party in Brisbane.  

Pick up is New Farm Park or you can opt to do pick up from Hamilton/Bretts Wharf/Newstead House/Howard Smith Wharves free of charge or Southbank for an additional charge. $500 BOND in case of cleaning or damages Why should you book your Brisbane River Cruise with GoBananas 

• Your very own personal party planner taking care of your requirements
• We have access to lots of different party options in the Brisbane area so talk to the experts today
• We do the work - you have the fun
• For groups that are sharing the cost we have a group payment system that is easy to set up so everyone pays us direct
• If this boat is not available we can look at other options or boats for you. 

Here are some links to other boats we also deal with in 

Auckland party boat   - 30 pax

Auckland boat cruise - 65 pax

Taupo Boat Cruise package

Stunning boat Taupo 

Wellington boat party

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Birthday Party Cruise

Aristocat is the perfect yacht for hosting that special birthday party cruise. She boasts a huge front deck for entertaining guests and stylish features to impress.

• Discover the thrill of large catamaran sailing with your closest friends and family.
• Relax with a glass of champagne on the front net as Aristocat glides around the bay islands under full sail.
• Be involved with the sailing experience learning the ropes and setting the sails with our experienced crew.
• Enjoy swimming, paddle boarding and our giant aqua mat in the pristine clear waters of Horseshoe Bay, Peel Island.
• Dinghy ashore to the white sandy beaches for beach volleyball or explore the untouched national park islands.
• Wine and dine in our spacious outdoor entertaining area – with natural beauty in all directions! 
• Offering optimum stability and comfort suitable for all ages and abilities giving everyone the chance to enjoy the birthday party.

Birthday party boat hire includes : a unique sailing experience, certified skipper, deckhand, fuel, marine park fees, beach activities and of course exclusive use of the luxury yacht Aristocat. Guests can choose whether to BYO food/drinks or select our catered menu.

Buffet lunch: fresh king prawns, roast chicken, leg ham, freshly prepared salads and rolls.  $25/person.

Morning/afternoon tea: Antipasto boards and seasonal fruit platters.  $15/person. 

Tea, coffee and water are complimentary. Alcohol/additional drinks are BYO.

Please note: Alcohol is permitted in moderation . Given we are operating a sailing yacht with sails, ropes and the yacht moving around, it’s important that our guests are aware of their surroundings. 

Normal season 16-Jan to 31-Oct:

Half day (4 hour) Sunday to Friday:

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For High season 1-Nov to 15-Jan . Please refer to our  Christmas Party Page.

For more information call Darren on 0425 183 395 or send us a message.

Boat Hire in Brisbane

Brisbane has a reputation for being ‘the relaxed city’. Relax you shall, when you have such a vibrant blend of nature and culture at your doorstep. From luxury yacht charters on the Brisbane River to exciting rooftop bars, fine dining establishments and arts and cultural events, Brisbane is a city of experiences for all.

With more than 280 days of sunshine on average each year, Brisbane could just rely on the idyllic subtropical climate of South East Queensland. Or perhaps the friendliness of the locals.

But there’s so much more to the River City than meets the eye. It’s one of the world’s greenest cities, with more than 2000 parks to discover. In recent years, five-star hotels and urban resorts have popped up all around the city. The restaurants, bars, art galleries and nightlife are world class, as are the day trip opportunities to places like Moreton Bay, North Stradbroke Island and even the Gold Coast. There’s truly something for everyone of all ages.

At Floatspace, we believe boat hire in Brisbane is the best way to fully make the most of one of Australia’s most beautiful and diverse cities.

Boat hire in Brisbane for any budget, for any occasion

Boat rental in Brisbane is a natural choice for everything from intimate sunset cruises along the Brisbane CBD skyline to luxury yacht charters for special events or island exploring.

Floatspace offers a range of boats that can be tailored to all kinds of occasions on the water. Bookings include birthday party cruises, Christmas party cruises, team building sailing days, family day trips, hens and bucks parties, engagements, weddings, corporate events - all kinds of memorable experiences.

Hiring a boat is easy, flexible and can be done on all kinds of budgets. For example, Floatspace has exciting luxury yacht charter options like Curlew Escape , based in Moreton Bay. From $350 an hour, this boat has capacity for 14 guests, making it an affordable way to experience the magnificent islands if you’re up for sailing adventure, swimming, snorkelling or bushwalking. Perfect for small groups.

For birthday or business event boat hire, Pure Adrenalin is a 'wow factor' catamaran with two huge decks for entertaining. From $350 per hour, you can fit up to 76 guests for cocktail functions, Christmas parties or any other exclusive event.

When you hire a yacht in Brisbane with Floatspace, you can choose to BYO food and drink, book BBQ boat hire or even select a fully catered food and drink package in advance (catering to various dietary requirements).

Every Floatspace boat has a qualified captain and crew on board to help make that experience perfect and stress-free.

Things to do in Brisbane by boat

Let’s start with the Brisbane River. Few cities are as lucky as Brisbane to have weaving waterways providing a diverse array of backdrops, including the City Botanic Gardens, the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and South Bank Parklands.

Hop on at South Bank and sail under the Story Bridge during cocktail hour, followed by dinner at the trendy Howard Smith Wharves converted shipyard-turned-dining precinct.

Every September, the Brisbane Festival lights up the city with arts and cultural experiences. One of the highlights to see by boat is the Brisbane Riverfire, the spectacular fireworks show from Story Bridge to Goodwill Bridge and across the city’s skyscrapers.

For coastal adventures, sail along Brisbane’s Bayside. On the north side, the laidback seaside towns of Sandgate, Brighton and Shorncliffe are perfect for lazy days on the water or more revved-up watersports action. Boat hire in Redcliffe is a great way to explore the waters of Moreton Bay, with views of Bribie Island and Moreton Island.

On Brisbane’s southern coast, visit Manly Boat Harbour, the largest boat harbour facility in the southern hemisphere, and enjoy the local village’s bounty of seafood. The nearby Redlands Coast, including charming Redland Bay, is a stunning gateway to North Stradbroke Island and the secluded Southern Moreton Bay Islands.

North Stradbroke Island ('Straddie') is a local favourite. With kangaroos, kookaburras and koalas around you, and whale watching from May to November, it’s a wildlife paradise. Visit Brown Lake and Blue Lake, two stunning waterways sacred to the Quandamooka people.

Moreton Island is a must-see with its stretches of sandy beach, lush bushwalks and native wildlife of the Moreton Bay Marine Park. Float around the waters of Tangalooma Beach on an inflatable toy or go underwater for a diving or snorkelling adventure around the colourful corals of the world-famous Tangalooma Wrecks. Dolphins, dugongs and sea turtles call these fine waters their home.

Going all out? Take a private Brisbane to Gold Coast cruise around remote islands, white sandy beaches and those epic multimillion-dollar homes. Visit our Gold Coast boat hire page for more.

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At Least 2 Are Stabbed on a Party Boat in Brooklyn

Three people were hospitalized, including a man who was struck in the head with a bottle, and more than 1,000 passengers were evacuated, the authorities said.

By Erin Nolan and Eliza Fawcett

Two men were stabbed and another was hit in the head with a bottle on a crowded party boat in Brooklyn on Saturday evening, the authorities said.

The men were hospitalized with injuries that did not appear to be life-threatening, police and fire officials said.

The police said the attacks forced the evacuation of more than 1,000 passengers from the boat, a cruise ship called the Cornucopia Majesty , which was docked at Pier 4 at the Brooklyn Army Terminal.

A 32-year-old man was stabbed in the torso, a 40-year-old man was stabbed several times in the chest and abdomen, and a 28-year-old man was hit in the head with a bottle, the police said. All three men were taken to NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn.

The stabbings happened just after 5 p.m., the police said. No arrests had been made as of Saturday night, and it was unclear how many attackers had been involved.

The police said they believed that a dispute had escalated into a physical altercation, but that the events leading up to the stabbings were still under investigation.

Just before 8 p.m., the group that organized the party, BYFAR Entertainment, posted a statement to social media .

“Unfortunately, a crime scene developed by the pier, which has caused the postponement of the night event,” the company said. “We will have updates on a later date so just hold on tight with us while we sort everything out. BYFAR Entertainment has always been a beacon of safe events in New York City and this rare occurrence has never been the norm with us.”

In the hours before the fight, the Cornucopia Majesty had hosted a party .

Passengers said in interviews that they had enjoyed dancing, eating and drinking rum aboard the ship, but by early evening, they were standing confused on the pier, surrounded by police cruisers and ambulances.

Glendon Thomas, 29, a resident of New Jersey, said he and several friends realized a fight had broken out on the ship only after they disembarked.

“I saw a guy laying on his friend,” he said, adding that the friend appeared to have a wound on his chest.

Kevaun Whitely, who lives in Brooklyn, said the fight had broken out as a large crowd of rowdy partygoers — many of whom had been drinking alcohol — attempted to disembark through the same door.

“It was like a stampede,” Mr. Whitely, 27, said.

The police kept Mr. Whitely and several other people on board the ship for hours as they checked identification, he said.

“I’m glad we got out safe,” he said, adding, “I hope nobody passed away from all this craziness.”

Erin Nolan is a reporter covering New York City and the metropolitan region. She is a member of the 2023-24 Times Fellowship class. Email her at [email protected] . More about Erin Nolan

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Two stabbed, man slammed with a bottle in Brooklyn party boat melee; suspects sought

An investigation was underway Sunday in New York after two people were stabbed and one was bashed with a bottle in a melee at a party yacht docked at a Brooklyn pier, authorities said.

Officers responding to a 911 call Saturday evening found a 32-year-old man who had been stabbed in the torso, a 40-year-old man with multiple stab wounds and a 28-year-old man who had been hit in the head with a bottle, police said Sunday in a statement provided to USA TODAY. The three were hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests had been made, the statement said.

Social media video from the scene showed chaos as at least eight people, including at least two women, wrestled and punched each other on the pier. One man appeared to stomp on the leg of a woman on the ground. A security guard helps break up the fight, and people are shown carrying a wounded person to an ambulance.

Police evacuated the Cornucopia Majesty, a luxury yacht with a capacity of 1,200 people docked at Brookly Army Terminal. Manhattan Yacht Charters said on its website the ship cruises New York City Harbor "in luxury and style" and allows passengers to "take in the sights on the East River and Hudson River, enjoying all that New York has to offer."

Kevaun Whitely, 27, who lives in Brooklyn, told the New York Times the fight broke out as a large crowd of rowdy partygoers − many of whom had been drinking alcohol − attempted to exit the yacht through the same door.

“It was like a stampede,” Whitely said.

BYFAR Entertainment, which hosted the event, posted  a statement on social media .

“Unfortunately, a crime scene developed by the pier, which has caused the postponement of the night event,” the statement said. “We will have updates on a later date so just hold on tight with us while we sort everything out. BYFAR Entertainment has always been a beacon of safe events in New York City and this rare occurrence has never been the norm with us.”

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2 stabbed after dispute aboard party boat in Brooklyn, police say

BROOKLYN (WABC) -- Two men were stabbed and another man was hit in the head with a bottle after a stabbing aboard a party boat on a day cruise in Brooklyn, police say.

It happened on the 'Cornucopia Majesty' as it was on an excursion just after 5 p.m. Saturday.

Police say a 32-year-old man was stabbed in the torso and a 42-year-old man was stabbed multiple times in the chest and abdomen. A 28-year-old man was also hit in the head with a bottle.

All victims were conscious and alert and were taken to NYU Langone Brooklyn in stable condition.

The boat returned to Pier 4 in Sunset Park.

No arrests were made and the investigation is ongoing.

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3 hospitalized after knife attack on party boat in New York City along Brooklyn waterfront

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NEW YORK (AP) — A knife attack on a crowded party boat at a New York City pier Saturday resulted in the hospitalization of three people, police said.

A 911 call came in around 5 p.m. reporting the assault along the Brooklyn waterfront near 58th Street and the Brooklyn Army Terminal warehouse, NYPD Detective Sophia Mason said.

The victims were said to be a 32-year-old man with a stab wound to the torso, a 40-year-old man with stab wounds to the chest and abdomen and a 28-year-old man who was hit in the head with a bottle. They were taken to the NYU Langone Hospital and were in stable condition, Mason said.

Two more people were treated for injuries at the scene, but they declined further medical treatment, according to the fire department.

There were no arrests as of Saturday evening and the investigation was ongoing.

Around 3,000 people were aboard the vessel, the Cornucopia Majesty, at the time, police said. An event called BYFAROnABoat, which had advertised daytime and nighttime parties on the boat boarding at the Brooklyn Army Terminal on Saturday, said in a statement posted on social media that a “crime scene developed by the pier.” As a result, the night event was postponed.

“BYFAR Entertainment has always been a beacon of safe events in New York City and this rare occurrence has never been the norm with us,” the statement said.

The pier at the army terminal, a former military supply base that houses industrial businesses, is used by the city’s ferry service and private vessels.

Party cruises are a fixture in the waters off New York City in the warmer months, typically carrying DJs playing to large crowds as they take in views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline. The city in the past has moved to restrict where and how late they can dock on the southern Brooklyn waterfront, following complaints from some area residents.

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Government Headquarters ("the White House")

Kievsky Railway Central

Novodevichy Convent

Luzhniki Stadium

Academy of Sciences

Monument to Peter I

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

Moscow Kremlin

St.Basil's Cathedral

Novospassky Monastery

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