Elvis Cruise on the Hiyu Ferry Boat Sept. 28th

Get ready to experience an unforgettable night as we set sail on The HIYU (a restored Washington State Ferry) for The King’s Cruise a dazzling tribute to the one and only Elvis Presley! From the moment you board you'll feel the excitement in the air with an evening dedicated to the magic of Rock and Roll's true royalty.

The Kentucky Rain Band the Pacific Northwest’s premier Elvis Tribute Artist ensemble will be taking the stage to deliver an electrifying performance bringing The King’s timeless hits to life. And that’s not all—prepare to be "All Shook Up" as we feature a lineup of guest Elvi who will make this night even more spectacular!

With the stunning water backdrop as our setting you’ll be grooving to classics like “Jailhouse Rock” “Can't Help Falling in Love” and “Hound Dog” making it a night to remember. Our full menu of food and drink will be available for purchase to keep you fueled as you dance and sing along.

Event Details:

• Boarding Time: 6:00 PM – "Don’t Be Cruel" the boat can’t wait!
• Sailing Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
• Age Restriction: 21+

So put on your blue suede shoes and come experience a night of pure Elvis magic. Whether you're a “Return to Sender” or a lifelong fan this is one event you won't want to miss.

Get ready to "Rock Around the Clock" and relive the glory of the King of Rock and Roll on The King’s Cruise. Book your tickets now and let’s make this an evening that will have everyone singing “It’s Now or Never!”

For more information and to purchase tickets visit [website] or call [phone number].

Elvis has not left the building—he’s sailing with us!

Ticket information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-kings-cruise-ultimate-elvis-tribute-band-sunset-cruise-on-the-hiyu-tickets-993908014627

WHO: Elvis and his buddies Kentucky Rain Band featuring Elvis Tribute Artist Robbie Dee

WHAT: A Sunset Cruise with a live Elvis Band and a dozen Elvi

WHERE: On the HIYU FERRY docked at the Museum of History and Industry on Lake Union

WHEN: Saturday September 28th loading at 6pm and coming back into port by 10pm

WHY: To honor the King in a KING'S KRUISE!

More questions? Contact Marlow Harris at 206-226-7014

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HIYU FERRY HISTORY

The Hiyu began its glorious career as the MV Hiyu a working passenger vessel with the Washington State Ferry system.

Built by Gunderson Brothers of Portland Oregon the Hiyu went into service in the summer of 1967. The state of Washington was looking to replace the aging wooden ferry Skansonia which had been working the Point Defiance-Tahlequah Vashon Island route since the state took over ferry operations in 1951. For close to 20 years the Hiyu sailed the Puget Sound but as the 1980s wore on it became clear that the traffic on the southern end of the Island had outpaced her capacity. It was decided she would take over inter-island duty in the San Juan Islands. This dependable little boat chugged along at ten knots carrying cars to and from Friday Harbor Lopez Orcas and Shaw Islands. It was during this time that the Hiyu was nicknamed the “little ferry that could.”

But by the late 1990s traffic in the islands had increased to the point where the Hiyu’s size and speed were unable to keep pace with increasing population density. The Hiyu was taken out of service and moored in Eagle Harbor WA.On May 17 2016 WSDOT announced that the Hiyu had been officially retired and that it would be put up for sale. In October 2016 the State of Washington ran an auction for the Hiyu but no takers were found. A second auction for the vessel later in the year also failed to find a buyer. But in February 2017 the state reached an agreement to sell the Hiyu to Menagerie Inc. who would keep the Hiyu in the Northwest preserving her legacy and giving her a new life as a premier floating event wedding and venue space in Seattle.

And thus ON THE HIYU was born!

Host or Publisher Marlow Harris