Year-round Excitement
Get ready for non-stop fun aboard The Queen Mary, where every season brings a new reason to celebrate! This holiday season, immerse yourself in the magic of our 12 Days of Christmas event, dance the night away at the dazzling Holiday Ball, honor the 57th Anniversary of the Queen Mary’s arrival in Long Beach, and toast to an unforgettable start to the New Year at our spectacular New Year's Eve Celebration!
12 Days of Christmas
Santa Claus is coming to town—and he’s docking at The Queen Mary!
Celebrate the season with us during 12 Days of Christmas from December 12–23, 2024. Enjoy festive performances, dance parties, photos with Santa, and holiday activities like stocking decorating and gingerbread house making. Don’t miss new experiences, including the Lighting of the Stacks, Krampus After Dark, and a real Snow Day!
Whether you visit for a day or all 12, join us for a joyful holiday adventure aboard The Queen Mary.
Lighting of the Stacks Ceremony & Holiday Market Thursday, December 12th
Join us aboard the Queen Mary for the kickoff of our 12 Days of Christmas! Explore the holiday market from 5-9 PM, enjoy family fun activities like Christmas card making, gingerbread house and cookie decorating, photo ops with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more. And don’t miss the magical Lighting of the Stacks Ceremony at 7 PM!
Spooktacular Bazaar & Movie Night Friday, December 13th
On Friday, December 13th, don't miss the Krampus After Dark Spooktacular Bazaar and Movie Night! This thrilling evening will feature a unique holiday twist with eerie delights and themed shopping from local small spooky businesses from 5-9PM. Enjoy family fun activities like ornament making, gingerbread house decorating, cookie decorating, photo ops with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more. Plus, catch a special Krampus movie screening under the stars at 6PM.
Winter Wonderland Market Saturday, December 14th
Join us for an enchanting evening on December 14th, where our traditional holiday market will showcase festive shopping from local small businesses, seasonal treats, and holiday cheer perfect for families, friends, and holiday enthusiasts. Enjoy family fun activities like stocking decorating, gingerbread house and cookie decorating, photo ops with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more!
Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 14th & December 21st
Enjoy pancakes with Santa before a exploring the majestic Queen Mary. Santa and Mrs. Claus will mingle with the children, tell stories, and take photos. This breakfast is one of the best values in the city. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early! We cannot wait welcome you aboard for this holiday season! The breakfast brunch includes access to the 12 Days of Christmas where you can enjoy crafting with elves, musical performances, hot cocoa and so much more! What's included: Breakfast Buffet | Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet and Greet | Storytime | Cookie decorating with elves and more!
Queen Mary Gives Back this Holiday Season Sunday, December 15th
This holiday season, The Queen Mary is giving back! Bring an unwrapped toy for the Long Beach Rescue Mission and receive a special treat as our way of saying thank you, plus join in a silent auction onboard benefiting this incredible cause. Then, dive into festive fun with gingerbread house decorating, stocking decorating, live performances, photo ops with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more!
Community Day Monday, December 16th
Long Beach locals, today is your day to come aboard the Queen Mary for free! Dive into the holiday spirit with festive fun, from Christmas crafts with the elves and photos with Santa to story time with Mrs. Claus and a hot cocoa bar with the Captain. Don't miss the live performances from the Long Beach CC Carolers and the QM Bellhops!!
Christmas Movie Night Tuesday, December 17th
Celebrate the holiday spirit aboard the Queen Mary with a magical evening full of festive activities! Enjoy hourly showings of Rudolph starting at 5 PM in the Queen Mary Theatre, make Christmas crafts with Santa’s elves, decorate gingerbread houses, and catch live performances from the Long Beach CC Carolers and QM Bellhops. Plus, don’t miss Meet Me at the Mary: Holiday Edition in the Observation Bar, featuring Ashley Ann and the Carnations—admission is included with your 12 Days of Christmas ticket!
Ugly Sweater Karaoke Wednesday, December 18th
Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree aboard the Queen Mary! Throw on your wildest, most outrageous holiday sweater and dive into an evening packed with festive fun, featuring video karaoke and exciting karaoke and ugly sweater contests happening throughout the night. Create Christmas crafts with Santa's elves, decorate gingerbread houses and cookies, and enjoy live music from the Long Beach CC Carolers and Jazz Trio. Don't forget to snap photos with Santa, sip on warm treats from the hot cocoa bar, and join story time with Mrs. Claus – it's a holiday bash bursting with cheer for the whole family!
SNOW DAY Thursday, December 19th
Get ready for a frosty adventure as the Queen Mary transforms into a winter wonderland for a Snow Day in Long Beach! Bundle up and enjoy making snowmen, having epic snowball fights, and riding the Queen Mary Express before exploring the ship. Create Christmas crafts with the elves, decorate gingerbread houses, and savor a hot cocoa bar while meeting Santa and listening to Mrs. Claus's storytime. With live performances from the Christmas Belles Carolers and the Swingin' Organ Trio, plus special experiences like Egg Nog tasting and a Brushes and Bubbly paint night, there’s holiday fun for the whole family!
Christmas Bingo Friday, December 20th
Join us for a festive Bingo Night aboard the Queen Mary, filled with holiday fun and games! Shout "Bingo!" as we play for exciting prizes, then dive into a wonderland of Christmas crafts with the elves, like decorating gingerbread houses, cookies, stockings, and making Christmas cards. You can even sign up to create your very own Christmas blanket! Enjoy live performances from the Christmas Belles Carolers and the QM Bellhops, plus magical moments like story time with Mrs. Claus, photo ops with Santa, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more to make your evening unforgettable.
Christmas Scavenger Hunt Saturday, December 21st
Embark on a festive adventure aboard the Queen Mary, where the whole family can join in the fun! Help Santa track down his lost elves scattered throughout the ship and earn a coin for one of our exciting Christmas activities. Get creative with gingerbread house decorating, cookie decorating, stocking decorating, and ornament making. Enjoy heartwarming performances from the Christmas Belles Carolers and QM Bellhops, and don’t miss photo ops with Santa, storytime with Mrs. Claus, a hot cocoa bar, and more merry surprises!
Holiday Ball Saturday, December 21st
Amanda Castro is coming to the Queen Mary! Experience the glitz and glamour of a bygone era this holiday season! The Amanda Castro Band transports you to the golden era of jazz. From the captivating melodies of the 1920s to the timeless allure of swing and big band, this repertoire encompasses the essence of the era while infusing a contemporary twist of today’s hits. You don’t want to miss this!
Christmas Pajama Jam Sunday, December 22nd
Get ready to celebrate Christmas in your most festive pajamas with a fun-filled party in the Queen Salon! Dance to the beats of a lively DJ, enjoy games, and meet holiday characters. Afterward, explore the Queen Mary for even more holiday magic, including gingerbread house decorating, crafts with the elves, and photo ops with Santa. Don't miss live performances from the Christmas Belles Carolers, Just Us 4 Quartet, and South Bay Youth Choir, plus a hot cocoa bar and story time with Mrs. Claus!
Holiday Silent Disco Monday, December 23rd
Step into a dazzling Christmas disco wonderland aboard the Queen Mary! Decked out in your shiniest threads, you’ll groove to a silent disco, meet Santa, and create festive crafts with the elves. Families can decorate gingerbread houses, cookies, and stockings while savoring treats from the hot cocoa bar. Don’t miss live performances by the Christmas Belles Carolers and the QM Bellhops, plus story time with Mrs. Claus and unforgettable photo ops!
Brushes & Bubbly: Holiday Edition
Come join us aboard the Queen Mary for a jolly good time painting with the elves! Our Brushes & Bubbly night is back for the Holiday Season, and you don’t want to miss it! Our 2-hour guided session will bring out the inner artist in you! Make it a date night, or bring the whole family for a family fun night!
Holiday Eggnog Tasting
Celebrate the holidays with our festive Eggnog Tasting on December 19th, one night only! Enjoy three exclusive sessions with limited seating—book now. Learn the rich history of eggnog, savor four unique flavors, and take home a recipe card. Your ticket includes admission to 12 Days of Christmas programming!
Holiday Ball
Amanda Castro is coming to the Queen Mary! Experience the glitz and glamour of a bygone era this holiday season! The Amanda Castro Band transports you to the golden era of jazz. From the captivating melodies of the 1920s to the timeless allure of swing and big band, this repertoire encompasses the essence of the era while infusing a contemporary twist of today’s hits. You don’t want to miss this!
