Event Voyages, by Cunard

Join one of our specially created event cruises which have been tailor-made to bring popular themes to life and further enhance your Cunard experience.

Diverse and unique

Tailor-made to bring popular themes to life, these carefully curated voyages feature the crème de la crème when it comes to special guests and partnerships. Be inspired by dazzling performances and thought-provoking speakers, enter into discussions with fellow guests, and delve deeper at interactive workshops and masterclasses.

Cunard's 2023 Event Voyages

Join us in 2023 as we embark on a series of truly enriching Event Voyages. Once again, we bring you the spectacular Dance the Atlantic with English National Ballet, and the Literature Festival at Sea in partnership with the Cheltenham Literature Festival, The Times, and The Sunday Times. Anthony Inglis and the National Symphony Orchestra will also be joining us for a celebration of classical music at its finest. As well as these returning themes, we are delighted to bring you a series of firsts across the fleet;  Queen Mary 2’s Festival of Food and Wine takes to the Atlantic, while Queen Elizabeth also plays host to Beatles and Beyond, celebrating the best of British music.

Beatles and Beyond 2023

April 19 - 28, 2023
Queen Elizabeth will play host to our special Beatles and Beyond: Celebrating the Best of British voyage. Through music, film, tastings and demonstrations, we celebrate much-loved aspects of British culture.

Dance The Atlantic 2023

August 11-18, 2023
Join Dance the Atlantic, an exquisite Event Voyage that celebrates the world of dance. This sailing brings the opportunity to become absorbed in the remarkable talent of English National Ballet, with access to rehearsals, workshops, classes, and a stunning performance in the beautiful Royal Court Theatre.

Anthony Inglis and the National Symphony Orchestra 2023

September 11-18, 2023
Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of classical music on this Event Voyage brought to you by eminent maestro Anthony Inglis, conducting the UK’s National Symphony Orchestra. Delight in an opportunity to watch two superb performances while gaining a fascinating insight into the world of this celebrated and charismatic conductor.

Festival of Food & Wine 2023

September 22-29, 2023
Indulge in a truly unparalleled experience on our first ever Festival of Food & Wine, in association with The Times and The Sunday Times. Be inspired by experts from the culinary world, including Michel Albert Roux, legendary two Michelin-starred Chef Patron at Le Gavroche, plus other eminent guests.

Literature Festival at Sea 2023

November 19-26, 2023
This event, curated by the programming team of The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival, sees authors, poets, journalists, critics, and historians unite, bringing the spirit of the Festival to your voyage.

Cunard's 2024 Event Voyages

Set sail on a journey of discovery in 2024, with our season of unique and enthralling Event Voyages, featuring brand new experiences and updates to former favourites. Below is a taster of what to expect, with more guests and voyages to be announced.

Great Australian Culinary Voyage 2024

January 5 - 12, 2024
Returning for seconds, the 2024 edition of the Great Australian Culinary Voyage will depart Melbourne with fresh flavors and a new roster of special guest foodies, including one of Australia's most celebrated female chefs, Karen Martini.

Voyage of Sporting Greats 2024

February 13 - 20, 2024
Proudly premiering on board Queen Elizabeth, legends of the Australian sporting world will delight with stories from their illustrious careers during a 7-night roundtrip sailing from Sydney.

Explore all Event Voyages

These voyages offer a unique opportunity to meet like-minded individuals and immerse yourself in a theme of your choice.