How to Plan a Private Event on the Tagus

Organising a private party tends to look more complicated than it is, especially when it involves a space, food, music and a lot of people. The good news is that planning a private event on board, on the Tagus, is one of the simplest formats around, because much of the logistics is already handled by the boat itself. Here is a straightforward, step-by-step guide.

1. Start with the date and the number of guests

These are the two decisions that shape everything else. The date sets availability and season, and the number of guests sets the boat. For groups up to 60 people, the Catamaran is the more intimate choice. For larger groups, up to 220 people, the EVORA Boat has three decks and much more room. In peak seasons, especially May to October and Christmas, it is worth securing the date early.

2. Define the type of event and the mood

A birthday, a hen or stag do, a family dinner, a company party or a special celebration call for different moods. Think about whether you want something calmer and elegant, or livelier and more festive, and whether you prefer a seated dinner, a standing cocktail or a freer format with music and dancing. This decision guides everything that follows.

3. Choose the catering and drinks

On board, you can have anything from a welcome drink and nibbles to a full dinner, depending on the event. The team helps you choose the right format, whether finger food for a standing party or a seated meal for a more formal celebration. Drinks can be tailored to the type of event and the group.

4. Think about the music and décor

The music sets the energy of the party. You can have a DJ for a livelier mood, or background music for something calmer. The décor can be customised to the occasion, from a birthday to a brand event. These are the details that turn the boat into your space, just for that night.

5. Confirm boarding and route

Finally, you set the boarding point, the duration and the route, which can pass the great icons of the Tagus, from Terreiro do Paço to Belém, or follow a route more focused on the sunset. The team handles the technical side and the crew, so all you have to do is welcome your guests.

The easiest step of all

In practice, you do not have to coordinate all this yourself. Tell us the date, the number of people and the type of event, and Sardinha do Tejo prepares a tailored proposal within 24 hours, with the boat, catering, music and route already thought through together. Request your proposal and start planning your party on the Tagus. For inspiration, see our birthday party venues in Lisbon too.