Themed cruises are those voyages focused on a special interest, hobby or passion. They are becoming increasingly popular as they are a great place to meet and mingle with other cruisers who interests align. While onboard, cruisers will find specialized events and experiences curated to the theme, such as meet and greets, classes, workshops, lectures, entertainment. The cruise could be a full-ship charter or a smaller group within a sailing that would meet together to complete special activities. Let’s take a look at some themed cruises coming in 2026.
First up are the music-themed cruises. Celebrity Silhouette will offer a 7-day 70s Rock and Romance Cruise embarking on March 21, 2026 followed by a Flower Power Cruise on March 28, 2026. Returning for 2026 is Holland America’s Soul Train Cruise aboard Eurodam. The 7-day cruise embarks on February 1, 2026. Country fans will enjoy the 10th annual Outlaw Country Cruise aboard Norwegian Pearl embarking on March 20, 2026.
Cruisers looking for Film- and TV-themed cruises can start with Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Seas. Star Trek fans will not want to miss the Star Trek: The Cruise IX featuring William Shatner and Walter Koenig setting sail on February 20, 2026. Norwegian Joy will feature the Hallmark Christmas Cruise embarking on October 23 2027. Guests can meet Hallmark stars and enjoy a special screening of a brand-new Hallmark holiday movie.
Sailing on Celebrity Constellation will be the second annual Comic Con Cruise. The fan-driven experience will depart on January 30, 2026. Princess Cruises and The Magic Castle have teamed up to bring you the magic on a 7-day Magic Castle Conjurer’s themed cruise sailing aboard Star Princess which embarks on September 27, 2026.
The one and only Savannah Bananas will be offering their second Bananaland at Sea themed cruise aboard Norwegian Jewel. The voyage will embark on February 9, 2026. Die-hard Steelers fans can sail with Steelers legends aboard Norwegian Escape on May 19, 2026, while Florida Gators fans can set sail on Utopia of the Seas on June 19, 2026 for an interactive experience filled with meet and greets and a variety of activities.
These themed cruises are just the tip of the iceberg. Cruisers can book themed cruises that include LEGO, wellness, bridge, knitting, scrapbooking, wrestling, and so much more. Nearly every cruise line will be celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States on July 4, 2026, and are already booking for the 2027 Solar Eclipse cruises.
