Pride of the Susquehanna
Harrisburg’s riverboat will remain docked for the season.
The Harrisburg Area Riverboat Society (HARS) announced on Friday that the Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat will not be launched in 2024, due to unexpected repairs.
In May, HARS, the nonprofit that operates and maintains the riverboat, shared that the cruising season would be delayed until July, as the U.S. Coast Guard identified repairs that the boat needed to meet safety regulations.
The repair is needed to fix the men’s restroom waste tank.
However, the organization has now said that the repairs will take longer than expected, causing them to have to cancel the season.
“We understand this news may be disappointing, but we appreciate your patience and continued support,” said Lori Ribbans, chair of the society. “HARS is dedicated to ensuring that the presence of a riverboat on the Susquehanna at Harrisburg is preserved for future generations, and we look forward to welcoming you aboard for the 2025 season.”
HARS will contact everyone with existing reservations for cruises to share information concerning refunds.
For more information or to donate to help finance the boat repair, visit the HARS website.
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