06/06/2026
From unforgettable fireworks at sea to meaningful community moments in port, we invite you to share these exciting details with Carnival and help them create you a unforgettable moment at sea and ashore as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary together.
🇺🇸 During embarkation, on select ships, be welcomed with 40-foot patriotic inflatables on deck.
🇺🇸 250th birthday banners and decorations.
🇺🇸 US YAY! Parties with balloon drops and patriotic appearances from Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat; Red, White and Blue Deck Parties.
🇺🇸 Festive food and drinks including specialty cocktails, strawberry shortcake, limited-edition America250 souvenir Coke cans and “America’s Cruisin” beer.
ENJOY A SHIP MEET UP
🇺🇸 On July 4, seven ships sailing from the East Coast will meet up near Celebration Key, Grand Bahama for a special fireworks show.
🇺🇸 Three ships will also meet up for a front row seat to the West Coast’s largest fireworks show, Port of San Diego’s Big Bay Boom, for which Carnival is the official cruise line sponsor.
MILITARY RECOGNITION
One Military family on each sailing the week of July 4 will receive an American flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol. Plus, all veterans and active-duty military on those sailings will also receive a special edition military pin.
Homeport Celebrations
Baltimore – Carnival Pride | June 28
Long Beach – Carnival Radiance | June 30
Jacksonville – Carnial Elation | July 2
Tampa – Carnival Paradise | July 2
Community Celebrations
Norfolk, VA – Virginia Sail250 Fireworks Show | June 20
San Diego, CA – Port of San Diego Bay Boom | July 4
Miami, FL – Miami-Dade 250 Independence Day Celebration | July 4
