Private Charter & Event Information
General Private Event Information
Private Events are unique occasions and activities planned by you and experienced by only your special guests. Private Events at the Spirit of Lake Murray are perfect for groups of 20 - 120 people. Our Private Event Packages require a minimum payment for 20 people. When booking a Private Event you are securing the whole yacht privately and exclusively for your group.
Dates are first come, first serve. All dates must be secured with a nonrefundable deposit and signed charter agreement.
Call the office during normal business hours to inquiry about specific dates.
803-730-3044
You can also reach us by email at Staff@spiritoflakemurray.com
What kind of events are held on the Spirit?
The Spirit of Lake Murray is perfect for almost any event! Why book a stuffy reception hall that you have to spend hours to decorate? Let the Spirit of Lake Murray and the natural atmosphere of the beautiful Lake Murray add the WOW Factor to your next Special event.
- Rehearsal Dinners
- Birthday Parties
- Corporate Parties
- Class Reunions
- Family Reunions
- Retirement Parties
- Senior Activities
- DJ Dance Parties
- Church Outings
- Bridal Brunch Showers
- Engagement Parties
- Graduations
- Promotion Parties
- Seminars
- History Talks
- Private Lunches & Dinners
- Weddings & More
Have your next event on us & we do it ALL!
Want to book a venue that handles all the coordinating, clean up, safety, etc?
Book your next special event with the Spirit of Lake Murray and we will handle your event needs.
Pricing & Rates
Pricing and rates vary based on time of year, day of week, time of day, meal provided, etc.
Prices start at ONLY $29/person for a Private Event.
All Private Event Packages require a minimum payment for ONLY 20 people.
Prime Season is April - October and includes December Weekends.
Blue Season is November - March except for December Weekends.
What will you find on the Spirit of Lake Murray
- Exclusive Bar:
The Spirit of Lake Murray does offer a Beer & Wine Bar on board. Cash & Card are accept. During Private Events the host selects which style bar is provided; Cash Bar, Hosted Bar, Drink Tickets, etc. - Modern Restrooms:
The Spirit of Lake Murray does have two clean restrooms on board available for all passengers to use. - Second Level Observation Deck:
The upper outdoor back deck serves as a covered patio with cocktail tables and chairs open for all passengers first come first serve. NO smoking is allowed in this area. This is a covered patio with a SECOND STORY VIEW! - Admiral's Room:
A climate-controlled cabin located on the top deck of the Spirit. The Admiral's Room has seating for 20 people. This room has large windows for viewing Lake Murray. - Main Deck Salon:
A large climate-controlled cabin on the main level of the Spirit. The bar & restrooms are located in this area. The main deck salon has seating for 48 passengers in the included standard set-up. Different arrangements may incur a set-up fee. The Main Deck Cabin/Salon has large windows for viewing Lake Murray. - Open-air Bow & Smoking Area:
The bow of the Spirit is common space for all guests. It is a great place to go and relax on Lake Murray with the wind in your hair. The bow has bench seating for several passengers. The bow also serves as the ONLY smoking area on board. - Seating for ~80 people across all decks, plus bench seating on the bow.
- Space for cocktail receptions & events for 120+ people.
Amenities at Hollow Creek Marina
When booking the Spirit of Lake Murray for a Private Event you secure the Spirit as a private venue exclusive for your guests. The Hollow Creek Marina also offers several other joint use amenities.
- Grassy Shoreline Picnic Area
- Cornhole Boards
- Covered Lakeside Patio / Deck
- Restroom Facility
- Foosball Table
- Snack Bar & More