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BASEL DANCES ON THE RHINE

Autumn parties on the MS Flaneur Christoph Merian.

Parties in October

Celebrate. Dance. Enjoy.

As the days get shorter and Basel slowly immerses itself in the evening mood, the party autumn begins on the Rhine. On board the MS Christoph Merian, unforgettable evenings await you with good music, cool drinks, and a unique atmosphere on the Rhine. Dance with friends through the evening and enjoy Basel from the water – atmospheric, surprising, and truly special.

On the Flâneur-boat aka. MS Christoph Merian, various parties also take place in autumn. From disco fox to country to electronic beats – find your party now and bring some atmosphere into the darker season!
Thursday, October 22, 2026

MENOPAUSE PARTY

Hot flashes? Then let's hit the dance floor!💃🔥

At the Menopause Party we celebrate life, the new chapter, and ourselves. Totally unfiltered (maybe with filler), but with plenty of 80s/90s sound, drinks in hand, and the most beautiful sunset in the city.

WITH A NEW DJ: Flavah Nice from Basel🔥
Friday, October 23, 2026

SUNSET BEATS VOL. 3

Sunset, Sound and Les Acteurs from Basel. That's all you need.

At Sunset Beats the Basel evening atmosphere meets electronic music. As the sun sets over the Rhine and the lights of the city slowly come on, the Basel collective Les Acteurs provides the perfect soundtrack for an evening between relaxed arrival and a lively dance floor.

Cast off and hit the dance floor.
Saturday, October 24, 2026

KIDS DISCO

At the kids disco, the dance floor belongs to the kids. Together with DJ Flavah Nice aka Flavia Schweizer we transform the boat into a floating kids party – with cool beats, lots of movement, and music that guarantees no one can stand still for long.

And while the kids conquer the dance floor, the adults can enjoy the special atmosphere and the view of Basel. A disco for the little ones, a relaxed break for the adults – and a shared experience for the whole family. Of course on the Rhine.
Saturday, October 24, 2026

ABBA BOAT

Ahoy Ahoy

The already legendary ABBA Boat invites you to a nostalgic dance with cold drinks and timeless music on the water. Let's enjoy an evening right on the Rhine in great company and celebrating to the biggest hits of the Swedish pop icons of the 70s and 80s, Funk & Disco sound!
Sunday, October 25, 2026

DANCE BOAT

Discofox, big hits and Rhine view. That's all you need for a really good dance evening.
 
On the dance boat, everything revolves around music, movement, and good vibes. As Basel slowly passes by, the dance floor belongs to everyone who loves to dance Discofox – no matter if with a lot of experience or just for the joy of the music.
 
The evening takes place together with the Tanzbar Binningen. To kick off the party, there will be a Discofox crash course, where the Tanzbar team will show you the most important steps and figures. Perfect for refreshing, getting started, or just to get into the dancing mood.
 
After that, the dance floor is yours: Look forward to the biggest hits that invite you to Discofox, and an evening full of music, movement, and good mood.
 
Whether as a couple, with a friend, or as a dedicated Discofox fan: Grab your dancing shoes and enjoy an evening full of music, movement, and Rhine romance. Learn briefly, then dance long – of course on the Rhine.
Thursday, October 29, 2026

SPICE GIRLS CRUISE

Girl Power, 90s vibes and Rhine view. Say you’ll be there!

At the Spice Girls Cruise everything revolves around one of the biggest pop bands of the 90s and the decade that brought us platform shoes, wild looks, and unforgettable earworms. The right sound is provided by Achtung Scharf and they will make the dance floor on the Rhine shake.

So: Leave everyday life at the shore, grab friends and celebrate with Achtung Scharf an evening full of nostalgia, pop, and a lot of girl power.Spice up your life – on the Rhine.
Friday, October 30, 2026

COUNTRY BOAT

Live band from Basel: Route 65

Jump on board and experience an evening full of rhythm, cowboy boots, and pure joy of life. As Basel passes us by, the boat transforms into a small Wild West saloon – with great atmosphere, captivating music, and plenty of opportunities to dance (line dance).

The dress code is of course voluntary – cowboy hat, boots, jeans, and checkered shirt are explicitly welcome. So: boots on, everyday life off, and off to the Panorama Sightseeing Cruise.
Saturday, October 31, 2026

SCHLAGER BOAT

Schlager, autumn and Rhine. That's all you need.

When the days get shorter outside and Basel is bathed in autumn evening light, an evening full of music, good vibes, and unforgettable Schlager hits begins. Look forward to the greatest classics and pop schlager from yesterday to today with DJ Franco Polenta & Stella Cerveza.

Whether with glitter, colorful sunglasses, or just relaxed – hop on and celebrate a lively evening on the Rhine.