Carnival Cruises Holiday Events Schedule 2023

A few days ago I posted the schedule for when each Carnival ship will be decorated for Christmas. Continuing our countdown to holiday cruise season, here are the special onboard activities that will be happening on all Carnival ships through the month of December. Specific days, times, and locations (unless already noted on the schedule below) will be available on your daily Fun Times or via the HUB app once you board.

Carnival Cruises Onboard Holiday Activities Schedule for December 2023

Spirit of the Season Atrium Moments

Christmas Tree Lighting

Christmas Caroling and Santa Visit

The Ugly Sweater Competition

The Christmas and Holiday Show

The Grinch Appearances

Christmas and Holiday Dive-in Movies

Christmas and Holiday Trivia

Christmas and Holiday Bingo

Christmas and Holiday Arts and Crafts

Hanukkah Service with the Menorah Lighting (nights of Dec. 7th – 14th)

Christmas Service (night of Dec. 24th or 25th)

Christmas and Holiday Snow Friends Scavenger Hunt: Hidden images of snowmen around the ship

Family Pajama Jam

Lido event before our Dive-in Movie for families to enjoy (games, treats, crafts, and a pajama parade. Families are encouraged to come in their pajamas).

Carol-oke: Karaoke with popular Christmas and Holiday songs

And with that…

Class Dismissed!

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