Hundreds of Misameach families enjoyed an unforgettable evening of joy, music, and inspiration during the organization’s annual Hudson River cruise, held Wednesday aboard a luxurious four-level cruise ship.
The special event gave families caring for children with serious illnesses a chance to relax, celebrate, and create lasting memories together. From the moment the ship departed, guests were treated to a festive evening featuring a hot buffet dinner, live music, entertainment, and breathtaking views of the New York City skyline.
The cruise was made possible through the generosity of numerous sponsors and volunteers. The event’s primary sponsors, Itzik and Etah Unger, dedicated the evening in memory of a beloved family member. Liberty Landing Marina and its staff played a key role in launching the event, while the onboard medical team was led by Dr. Zemel.
The evening’s musical program was coordinated by Chaim Bukshin together with The En3rgy Band and Lenny Friedman. Families were treated to performances by renowned singers Yehuda Green, Baruch Levine, Joey Newcomb, and Berry Weber, who kept the crowd singing and dancing throughout the night.
Children were entertained with performances by Kinder Shpeil clowns, jugglers, magicians, caricature artists, face painters, crafts, snow cones, and other activities. Every family also received a special gift bag to take home. Magnet Memories photographers captured the evening’s highlights, giving families treasured keepsakes.
A delicious hot buffet was prepared by Weiss Brothers Catering and generously sponsored by Epstein’s Meat, Glatt Bite, Michael Schick, Klein’s Ice Cream, Positiv Lettuce, and TLS. Additional refreshments included ices sponsored by Klein’s Ice Cream and snacks provided by Golden Fluff.
Organizers noted that the evening would not have been possible without the dozens of volunteers, entertainers, photographers, musicians, and producers who donated their time and talents entirely pro bono, creating an uplifting atmosphere for hundreds of Misameach members.
Families expressed overwhelming appreciation following the cruise, describing it as an unforgettable experience. One participant shared, “He had an absolute blast! Hashem should bentch you with all the brochos in the world!” Another family wrote, “You don’t know what this is doing for our family! The whole trip is worth it even just for us.”
As messages of gratitude continue to pour in, organizers say the 2026 Misameach Cruise will be remembered as another spectacular evening that brought smiles, hope, and happiness to families who needed it most.
