Carnival offers some of the most entertaining themed nights and parties at sea.
Since most theme nights require specific attire, many passengers like to know the schedule in advance.
Therefore, I’ve made this article with a description of them and the complete schedule for all ships for 2024.
’70s ’80s or ’90s Night
On almost every Carnival Cruise there’s a decade-themed night that celebrates the music, culture, and fashion of the ’70s, ’80s, or ’90s.
You can expect to hear hit songs from each era and have fun while dancing to them.
What to wear? It depends on the decade but generally:
For the ’70s: bell-bottom jeans, psychedelic or floral shirts and dresses, platform shoes. Think disco glam with lots of sparkles.
For the ’80s: bright neon shirts or skirts, off-the-shoulder tops, parachute pants, bandanas, leg warmers, and headbands.
On many ships the the ’80s night is called ’80s Rock n Glow Night, remember to bring with you some neon pieces of clothing.
For the ’90s: grunge or hip-hop-inspired looks with baggy jeans, plaid mini skirts, band T-shirts, flannel shirts, and snapback caps.
White Night
White Night is one of the most famous on Carnival ships, it can be found on almost every ship and it is very easy to dress up in theme.
My advice is: open your closet and pick every white piece of clothing that you have, it’s as simple as that.
For its total white look, a man can wear white dress shirts, pants, and shoes. For a more chic version, a white blazer over a light-colored shirt can also work well.
Women can opt for white dresses, ranging from elegant gowns to casual summer dresses. For the accessories pearl jewelry and white clutches are just perfect.
Elegant Night
One of the cruise’s highlights, Elegant Night invites guests to dress in their most formal attire. I have to say that, as time goes by, formal nights become less and less popular.
I personally still like to dress up for a few evenings on a cruise. There is no need to overdo it!
Men can wear tuxedos or dark suits, with ties or bow ties if they like it.
Women can wear evening gowns or cocktail dresses, paired with shiny jewels and evening clutches.
Island Night
On some cruises, there can be an Island Night. The idea is to capture the spirit of tropical heavens with Caribbean music, island-inspired cocktails, and activities that celebrate beach life.
The dress code for all includes bright floral shirts or dresses featuring palm leaf, floral, or other bright prints.
It’s basically the Carnival version of the Caribbean Night that you can find among the Royal Caribbean Theme Nights 2024.
Motown Party
The Motown Party it’s a night dedicated to the sounds of Motown, with soulful music, classic hits, and an atmosphere that will bring you back to the golden age of rhythm and blues.
As far as I know, there’s no actual dress code for this party. To stay on topic you can opt for a ’50s or ’60s outfit.
Vintage suits, fedoras, and polished dress shoes for men. A-line dresses, sequined tops, and flared skirts for women.
2024 Schedule
Theme nights on Carnival Elation
- Rock the Promenade
- Motown Party
- 80s Party
Theme nights on Carnival Paradise
- 80s Rock and Glow
- Rock the Prom
- Motown Party
Theme nights on Carnival Sunshine
- Rock the Promenade
- Motown Showdown
- 90’s Party
Theme nights on Carnival Sunrise
- Rock the Promenade
- 90s Party
- White Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Radiance
- Rock the Promenade
- 80s Rock and Glow
- Motown Showdown
- White Party
Theme nights on Carnival Spirit
- 80s Rock and Glow
- White Night
- 70s and Motown Party
Theme nights on Carnival Pride
- Electric White Night
- 80s Rock and Glow
- 70s and Motown Party
Theme nights on Carnival Legend
- Motown Party
- 90s Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Conquest
- 80s and 90s Party
- Motown Party
Theme nights on Carnival Glory
- 70s and Motown Party
- 90s Party
Theme nights on Carnival Miracle
- Hawaiian Event
- Luau Deck Party
- White Night
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Valor
- 80s Rock and Glow
- Motown Party
- 90s Party
Theme nights on Carnival Liberty
- 80s Party
- 70s Party
Theme nights on Carnival Freedom
- Motown Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
- Decades Party
Theme nights on Carnival Splendor
- Superhero Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
- White Party
- 90s Party
- Island Night
Theme nights on Carnival Dream
- Motown Party
- 90s Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
- White Night Party
Theme nights on Carnival Magic
- Rock the Promenade
- Motown Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Breeze
- Motown Showdown
- Decades Atrium Party
- White Night
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Vista
- Rock and Glow
- Motown Party
- White Hot Party
Theme nights on Carnival Horizon
- Motown Party
- White Night
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Panorama
- Motown Party
- White Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Mardi Gras
- 90s Party
- White Hot Party
- Tiki Party
- Rock and Glow
Theme nights on Carnival Celebration
- 80s Rock and Glow
- White Hot Party
- Motown Part
- Evolution Party
Theme nights on Carnival Venezia
- Motown Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
- 90s Party
- White Party
- Festa Italiana
Theme nights on Carnival Luminosa
- White Party
- 80s Rock and Glow
- Island Nights
- Motown and 70s Party
- Decades Music Party
- Superhero Party
Theme nights on Carnival Jubilee
- 80s Party
- White party
- Motown Party
Chart of all the themed nights and parties on Carnival
Will all the party’s listed happen on every cruise? Do I need to bring outfits for all then find out when I board which ones they will have or is there a way to find out beforehand so I don’t overpack?
Hello Selena, unfortunately the parties can change very often during the year so there is never 100% certainty about which ones there will be.
My advice is to bring clothes that can adapt well to the different parties, but that you can also wear normally during your cruise.
Leo.
What is serenity night on the magic?
Hey Jack,
as far as I know it should be a deck party at serenity, which is an adults-only area for guests ages 21 and over.
Our cruise is at the beginning of October and I heard there will be a Halloween party. Is that true? And does it take the place of another one of the parties?