Our guide to the best themed cruises for 2025 & 2026

August 10, 2025

EAT SLEEP CRUISE – Even if you’ve never considered a cruise before, it might be hard to resist the idea of being on a ship for several days with your favorite band, comedian, athlete, or author. That is exactly the idea behind a themed cruise. Like-minded travelers take over a cruise ship (or a portion of a cruise ship) for an unforgettable gathering at sea.

What is a themed cruise?

From knitting and sports to EDM and gospel music, there is a themed cruise for just about every hobby or interest. A themed cruise is a designated sailing (typically just one departure per year) that offers special programming onboard centered around a theme like jazz or the “Star Trek” franchise.

Some themed cruises are one-off events chartered by an individual or private organization. Others are meticulously curated festivals at sea that are held annually by companies that specialize in hosting themed voyages.

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