• A Brand-New Ship is Coming: Get excited! Carnival Cruise Line is bringing a spectacular new ship, the Carnival Festivale, to Port Canaveral in 2027, featuring amazing new music-themed zones and the line’s largest-ever water park.
• Celebrating a 35-Year Partnership: This fantastic announcement celebrates the incredible 35-year partnership between Carnival and Port Canaveral, a relationship that has been a cornerstone of success for both the cruise line and the Central Florida community.
• New Private Destination, Celebration Key: More fun is just around the corner! Carnival’s exclusive new Caribbean destination, Celebration Key, opens next month, and all ships sailing from Port Canaveral will offer itineraries that include a visit to this ultimate beach getaway.
• Continued Growth and Commitment: From adding new ships to opening exclusive destinations, Carnival is powerfully demonstrating its long-term commitment to Port Canaveral, ensuring even more amazing and fun-filled vacation options from the Space Coast.

Get ready for even more fun sailing from Central Florida! In an exciting announcement that builds on a remarkable 35-year partnership, Carnival Cruise Line is bringing a brand-new ship, the Carnival Festivale, to its homeport at Port Canaveral. Currently under construction and set to debut in 2027, this spectacular new vessel will introduce incredible new features to the fleet, including vibrant music-themed zones and what will be the cruise line’s largest-ever water park, promising endless fun for everyone!

This fantastic news was shared as Carnival and Port Canaveral celebrate their 35th anniversary, a relationship that has been a cornerstone of success and growth for both partners since 1990. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, praised the long-standing collaboration, highlighting the essential role the Port Canaveral community has played in Carnival’s success. The Port’s CEO, Capt. John Murray, echoed this sentiment, celebrating the journey from the first sailing of the TSS Carnivale to today’s fleet of five vessels.

The excitement doesn’t stop there! This announcement comes just as Carnival prepares to launch Celebration Key, its highly anticipated exclusive destination on Grand Bahama, opening next month. The Port Canaveral-based Carnival Vista will be the very first ship to call on this new paradise. All Carnival ships sailing from the port will feature itineraries visiting Celebration Key, offering guests the ultimate Caribbean beach-focused getaway. With over 300 sailings annually from the port and a huge positive economic impact on the region, Carnival’s commitment to Port Canaveral and its guests has never been stronger.