Celebrate the Holidays on a Merrytime Disney Cruise
Enjoy holiday magic at sea from mid-November through December 2024 on a Disney Merrytime Cruise. The Disney Cruise Line fleet will be decked from bow to stern with holiday cheer and entertainment for the whole family.
The minute you step onboard, families will be immersed with joyful holiday décor that includes a 24-foot Christmas tree, yards of festive garlands, pretty poinsettias and shimmering lights.
Many of your favorite characters appear in their finest festive attire throughout the cruise. They appear during themed activities and celebrations on deck.
Here’s what to expect on different Disney Cruise itineraries during the holidays:
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Gather round the tree with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse for a time-honored Disney tradition at sea.
Mickey and Minnie’s Holiday Party
The upper decks are filled with good tidings, music and cheer during this special time of year. Keep an eye out for fireworks.
Disney Characters in Their Holiday Finest
Be sure to bring holiday attire to have your photo taken with some beloved Disney Characters in their sparkling and festive holiday attire.
Santa Claus Sightings
Santa has been invited onboard Disney Cruises eagerly awaiting to hear all of your holiday wishes.
Themed Activities and Crafts for Kids
Gathering areas on the ship will offer festive fun activities and creative crafts with Christmas cheer for the young and young-at-heart.
Holiday Merchandise
‘Tis the season to find exclusive, holiday-themed Disney Cruise Line gifts for family and friends. Keep an eye out for holiday theme food and beverage items too.
Holiday Fun in the Sun
Celebrate the season in paradise at Disney Cruises tropical retreats in The Bahamas and Western Caribbean. Bucket list itineraries are available for Disney Cruise Line guests through late 2024.
A wonderland of holiday cheer awaits at Disney Cruise on the Disney Magic. Experience four and five-nights on an upcoming Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston starting on November 21 through December 24 – 28, 2024. Stops include Progreso, Mexico, a port filled with beautiful beaches, fabled colonial towns and ancient Mayan ruins to explore. The five-night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston also stops in Cozumel and Disney Castaway Cay.
There are also three to seven night Bahamian cruises leaving from Fort Lauderdale and Port Canaveral still available. Stops include a day at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point; Nassau, Bahamas; and Disney Castaway Cay.