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The Lillypad is in its 27th year of operation

The S.S. Lillypad has been serving guests fine dining and amazing views on Indiana's largest natural

lake,Lake Wawasee, for over a quarter of a century.Schedule your cruise and prepare to sail around Lake Wawasee for a two, three or four hour cruise. Your guests can be entertained with dinner, dancing and much more.

The S.S. Lillypad's interest continues to grow every year. Bookings range from weddings, receptions, corporate outings, celebrations or just a social mixer. As COVID restrictions continue to lighten up, we closely monitor regional, state and federal statistics and recommendations, and as always, provide ample cleaning and sanitation. Woody's famous Parrot Head parties are back on the books for the general public, and look below for our list of more public cruises to choose from. We are blessed to be able to be a part of so many social clubs and services and look forward to sharing the beauty of Lake Wawasee with our guests. �

Public Cruise dates are available below. Contact information and cruise details are listed. Call 574-529-3300 or shoot us an email to reserve your spots.

Large groups or parties are encouraged to contact our staff to book your reservation date.

 

Latest NEWS

  • PUBLIC CRUISE DATES COMING TOGETHER FOR 2024

    Thursday, May 16  (1 - 3 p.m.) - Chautauqua-Wawasee Historical Cruise. $25
    Historical cruise of Lake Wawasee includes appetizers, iced tea, lemonade and water. Visit https://www.chautauquawawasee.org/events/  for more information and reservations. (SOLD OUT)

    Friday, May 24 (7 – 10 p.m.) SoulShot Band
    John Kirkwood and the Soul Shot Band starts off the Memorial Day weekend with a concert on the water. Light appetizers and cash bar are available. Tickets are $50 per person. Contact John at 469-552-3799 for tickets.  (SOLD OUT)

    Saturday, June 8 (7 - 10 p.m.) Wawasee Junior Achievement Fundraiser  $30
    Junior Achievement is an essential tool to educate and introduce students into real world scenarios, and the Lillypad continues to host their annual event to help raise funds for their cause. Visit their Facebook page Junior Achievement Serving Wawasee for details and ticket purchase.

    Sunday, June 16 (1 p.m. – 3 p.m.) Public Father’s Day Luncheon Cruise $25
    Treat your hard to shop for father with a trip on Lake Wawasee, enjoying some of his favorites, BBQ ribs, chicken and brisket, potato salad, baked beans, with cookies and brownies for dessert. Call 574-529-3300 for tickets

    Saturday, June 22 (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) Woody Cruise I  $35
    Woody has been entertaining guests for 27 years, and his Parrot Head party never disappoints. Burgers, chips and pretzels are on the menu, Woody’s parrot punch, raffle prizes and live entertainment make these trips quick to sell out. Contact Miss Lisa at 574-226-2546 to reserve tickets.

    Sunday, June 30 (6-8 p.m.)  Public Dinner Sunset Cruise $35
    The Lillypad will host a public cruise dinner. Guests can catch the gorgeous evenings on Lake Wawasee and enjoy oven roasted chicken, roast beef, baby baker potatoes, Antigua vegetables, salad, dinner roll and cheesecake for dessert. Iced tea, lemonade, water, and coffee are complimentary. Cash bar is also available. Call 574-529-3300 for tickets.

    Wednesday, July 3 (7 – 10 p.m.) Friends of Justin Yoder Cruise  $30
    Kick off the Fourth of July weekend in style with the annual booze cruise. DJ Ca$h Money plays all the best songs. Cash bar and appetizers available. Space is limited. Contact The Lillypad staff at 574-529-3300 for more information. Follow up the trip with free admission into The Frog to enjoy our house DJ.  

    Saturday, July 6 (8 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.) Wawasee Fireworks Cruise  $30
    Lake Wawasee puts on one of the best fireworks show in the area, and Lillypad guests can experience it from the water. Join us for a quick trip around the lake with appetizers and a cash bar available, while we get in place to watch the 10 p.m. fireworks show. Seating is limited, so contact The Lillypad at 574-529-3300 for tickets (SOLD OUT).

    Saturday, July 13 (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) Woody Cruise II  $35
    Woody has been entertaining guests for 27 years, and his Parrot Head party never disappoints. Burgers, chips and pretzels are on the menu, Woody’s parrot punch, raffle prizes and live entertainment make these trips quick to sell out. Contact Miss Lisa at 574-226-2546 to reserve tickets.

     Sunday, July 14 (5 - 7 p.m.)  Public Dinner Sunset Cruise $35
    The Lillypad will host its second public cruise dinner. Join us on Lake Wawasee and enjoy oven roasted chicken, roast beef, baby baker potatoes, Antigua vegetables, salad, dinner roll and cheesecake for dessert. Iced tea, lemonade, water, and coffee are complimentary. Cash bar is also available. Call 574-529-3300 for tickets.

    Sunday, July 21 (2 – 4 p.m.) Lillypad Public Cruise Lunch $25    
    Space is limited for an early lunch aboard the Lillypad. Our famous build-a-burger bar and grilled pork loins, potato salad, fruit salad and macaroni cheese are on the menu, with cookies and brownies for dessert. Call 574-528-0263 for more information and ticket reservations. .

    Saturday, August 3  (10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.) WACF Lake Talk & Eats Cruise 
    Join the Wawasee Area Conservation Foundation for their annual Lake Talk and Eats on Lake Wawasee. Learn about the lake, conservation efforts and its point of interest. For more information or ticket reservations, visit the WACF website at www.wacf.com  (SOLD OUT)

    Sunday, August 4 (5 – 8 p.m.) Lakeland Youth Center Fundraiser
    The Lakeland Youth Center provides the community with a variety of athletic and arts programs for the youth of Syracuse and surrounding areas. Join their efforts to raise funds to keep these programs thriving and providing mentorship and development to children. Contact the LYC at 574-457-3055 for reservations.

    Saturday, August 10 (1 – 4 p.m.) Woody Cruise III  $35
    Woody has been entertaining guests for 27 years, and his Parrot Head party never disappoints. Burgers, chips and pretzels are on the menu, Woody’s parrot punch, raffle prizes and live entertainment make these trips quick to sell out.

    Saturday, August 10 (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.) Floatilla  $30
    The Ambassadors to Lake Wawasee host a fund raiser to help support the many events Floatilla works on every year, from lake runs, fireworks, parades, and more, their efforts help improve the overall experience the lake can offer. Space fills up quickly, so reservations to this social mixer should be made soon.

    Saturday, August 17  (6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.) WPOA
    The Wawasee Property Owners Association will hold a social mixer and dinner on the Lillypad. Meet and catch up with neighbors on the lake. Space fills up fast so get your reservations made soon.  Visit the Wawasee Property Owners Association website or watch for information in the newsletter for tickets.

    Saturday, August 24 Water For People (7 p.m. – 10 p.m.) $30
    Water For People hosts its annual fund raiser to help provide fresh, clean water to remote locations around the world. DJ entertainment, games, raffle prizes, food, spirits and more are a guarantee on this trip. Watch for details on how to purchase tickets.

    Sunday, September 1 (1 p.m. – 4 p.m.) Woody Cruise IV  $35
    Saving his best for last, this summer sendoff cruise, hosted by the Woodman himself, salutes to the memories made over the summer. Burgers, chips and pretzels are on the menu, Woody’s parrot punch, raffle prizes and live entertainment make these trips quick to sell out. Contact Miss Lisa at 574-226-2546 to reserve tickets.

    Thursday, Sept. 26 (1-3 p.m.) - Chautauqua-Wawasee Historical Cruise. $25
    The second and final Historical cruise of Lake Wawasee offered by Chautauqua-Wawasee. The trip includes appetizers, iced tea, lemonade, coffee and water. Visit https://www.chautauquawawasee.org/events/historical-cruise-of-lake-wawasee/ for more information and reservations.

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