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Showboat Majestic Tickets

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Floating Theater on the Ohio River in Greenup, KY

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About Showboat Majestic

Showboat Majestic is a historic floating theater moored on the Ohio River, currently located in Greenup, Kentucky. Privately owned since 2019, this intimate venue offers a unique, no-fuss ticket experience with a capacity that has varied over the years—from roughly 200 seats in recent configurations to a historic high of 425–450 seats before 1939. Whether you’re catching a public performance like A Majestic Christmas or booking a private event, we’ve got you covered with practical details, transport options, and nearby places to stay and dine.

Navigate the riverfront with confidence: the Majestic has moved between towns over the years and remains a distinctive stop for river culture, live performances, and intimate seating. Use this page to learn about seating arrangements, parking options, transit, and nearby hotels and restaurants to plan a seamless visit.

Tip from a local connection: secure your seats early, especially for seasonal and special events. We’ll help you locate available great seats in the section you want, confirm parking arrangements near the riverfront, and point you toward convenient lodging at affiliate hotels. For updates on events and dates, check the venue’s social channels and the official Showboat Majestic website.

Explore the surrounding area: Greenup and nearby towns offer lodging and dining that fit a range of budgets, from Budget Inn in Greenup to Best Western in Ashland, with Greenbo Lake State Resort Park providing a scenic lodging option in the broader region. When you’re ready, we’ll guide you to tickets and help you plan a smooth trip to the Ohio River for a memorable night at the Majestic.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue type: floating theater/showboat (Majestic) — historically the last floating theater built in the US; private ownership since 2019.
  • Capacity: current configurations list about 219 seats; older references cite around 200 seats; historical capacity was 425–450 seats before 1939.
  • Current location: moored on the Ohio River in Greenup, Kentucky (as of 2024), privately owned by Joe and Cortnee Brumley.
  • Parking: parking arrangements have varied by location and season (e.g., near Moyer Winery in Manchester, OH; later arrangements in New Richmond; no fixed on-site parking).
  • Transit: accessible by road to riverfront locations and by boat along the Ohio River; has moved between towns (Manchester, New Richmond, Maysville, Greenup) over the years.
  • Nearby hotels: Budget Inn in Greenup, KY; Best Western in Ashland, KY; Greenbo Lake State Resort Park Lodge (Greenup County area) as lodging options for visitors.
  • Notable events hosted: public events including shows like A Majestic Christmas in 2019; the vessel has been used for performances and private events during its relocations.
  • Demolished/renamed: not demolished or renamed; still known as Showboat Majestic (often simply “Majestic” in coverage).