Carnival Cruise ships usually have celebrations & events onboard to celebrate Independence Day (Fourth of July.  In this post I will take a look at some of the activities, events, and special food items Carnival has previously had to celebrate the United State's Independence Day as well as what is planned for 2026 according to Carnival's website. 
Independence Day (4th of July) 2026 will be on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

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​Does Carnival do fireworks on the ships for the Independence Day holiday?
             One question that is frequently asked is if Carnival Cruise Line does fireworks on the ships. Carnival does not do fireworks shows on their ships for any holidays, such as Independence Day or when celebrating on New Year's Eve. I personally would enjoy seeing a fireworks show from the ship, but right now Carnival does not do fireworks. 
             Special 2026 Note: For 2026 Carnival has announced for America's 250th anniversary that there will be ship meetups near land where fireworks can be viewed (visibility may depend on weather). There will be 7 ships meeting up near Celebration Key in the Bahamas and 3 ships meeting up near Port of San Diego's Big Bay Boom. Ship meetups should have been noted on your itinerary. Carnival is not launching fireworks from the ships but these shows should be able to be seen from the ships (weather dependent). For full 2026 details please click here for Carnival's press release (link will take you to Carnival's news website). 

Events Generally Held On Carnival's Ships To Celebrate:

• NEW for 2026! Carnival recently announced for select 2026 4th of July cruises, there will be 40 ft inflatables on the ship for embarkation day. The press release featured a picture of an eagle and star in red, white, & blue colors. For the full list of featured events for 2026 please check out Carnival's press release by clicking here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide to Carnival's News website). 
• 4th of July Bash Deck Party -  Carnival's website shows ships will hold a 4th of July themed deck party in the evening. When I cruised over the 4th of July in 2018, my cruise had a special 4th of July themed deck party. The time will most likely vary depending on the events scheduled for the day. 
• Misc. Outdoor Activities - Carnival has previously held an ice cream eating contest on the 4th of July. On my cruise over the 4th of July, this event has held as part of the outside deck party. If you cruise during the 4th of July and want to try to be a participant in this event, I recommend looking at your copy of the FunTimes daily newsletter or the Carnival Hub App to see if this event is being held during your cruise. 
• Country Line Dancing Class  -  Carnival's website shows line dancing is a part of the 4th of July celebrations on the ships.
• Carnival's website says some of the activities offered may included themed trivia games and bingo. The bingo will cost extra to participate. I am unsure of how the bingo games are changed to have a theme related to the 4th of July, but these are events Carnival will generally offer on sea days. 
• For ships with SeaSide Theaters, Carnival will show American themed movies. On my Carnival Valor 2018 cruise, the movies shown were Independence Day and Captain America: The First Avenger. The specific movies that could be shown if you cruise during the 4th of July could vary. To view the known Dive In Movies schedule please click here for my post.
• There are usually some 4th of July youth activities. Check with the youth staff onboard to find out where & when these events are taking place if you have kids that will be participating in youth activities.

The exact events that take place during your sailing could vary and may be dependent on itinerary, weather, & other factors. Further, I do not know if Europe and Australia cruises take part in these events so if you are sailing one of those itineraries you should reach out to Carnival. 

Is any special food offered during the 4th of July in the buffet?
                Carnival's website does not specifically describe food offered on the 4th of July. However, during my experience on the Carnival Valor in 2018 the ship's buffet served several cakes & desserts that were red, white, & blue. The other food items in the buffet and main dining room on this day were the same as what would typically be offered. Here are a few pictures of the desserts offered during my Carnival Valor 2018 cruise: ​

               If you are cruising during the 4th of July in the future I recommend you check out your Carnival Hub App, to make sure you don't miss any special events that may be held on your cruise.
If you would like more information about what Carnival's website says will be done onboard check out this page of their website: Click Here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide) 

       Carnival Cruise ships have many different entertainment options which include deck parties. Carnival's Brand Ambassador, John Heald, recently posted a listing of all of the theme parties & nights that are being done onboard each ship as of May 2026.

Last Updated: 5/22/2026

About The Parties/Theme Nights: 
White Night: For the White Night Party guests typically wear white clothing and white accessories. However, you do not have to wear white to attend. 

Mega Deck: The Mega Deck Party is typically hosted outside on the Lido Deck near the main pool. 

Theme Parties: A variety of Carnival ships have theme parties based on a particular decade such as the 70's, 80's, or 90's. Some guests will wear attire from that decade, but most guests will just show-up to have a good time and sing along with the music from the decade! 

How do I find when and where the parties on my ship will be?  Once you are on your cruise check the Carnival Hub App. The Carnival Hub App contains the entertainment dates, times, and locations for all activities on your cruise. 

Can the party theme or event offered change? Yes! This can vary based on the cruise director, cruise length, and a variety of other factors. Please do not be upset if the party is no longer held on your ship because it can change due to a variety of reasons! The listing for some ships may include more parties than your cruise will have, especially if your itinerary is shorter, but the entertainment team onboard may decide to host different events instead of a particular party. Hopefully if something changes there will be something else fun for you to attend onboard!

Cruise Director Schedule:  The person that is your cruise director ultimately determines which themed parties and events are done. Click Here For My Current Carnival Cruise Director Schedule Post!

Carnival Adventure Theme Parties:
The Carnival Adventure's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and 90's party. The ship also offers a Decades Party, Abba Party, & Island Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Breeze Theme Parties:
Carnival Breeze's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Lonestar Party. The Silent Party is typically only on the 5+ day cruises. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Celebration Theme Parties:
​Carnival Celebration's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Motown Party, and Evolution Party. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Conquest Theme Parties:
Carnival Conquest's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow and Farewell Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Dream Theme Parties:
Carnival Dream's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and Lonestar Party. The Carnival Dream is not expected to offer the LoneStar Party after the ship repositions to New Orleans in 2027. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026. ​

Carnival Elation Theme Parties:
Carnival Elation's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, Silent Party, Motown Party, and 90's Party. The Silent Party is typically only on 5+ day cruises. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Encounter Theme Parties:
The Carnival Encounter's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, 90's Party, and Decades Party. The Island Party, White Hot Party, and Silent Party are typically on cruises 4+ days in length. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Festivale Theme Parties:
The Carnival Festivale is scheduled to debut in 2027. The theme parties onboard have not yet been announced.

Carnival Firenze Theme Parties:
Carnival Firenze's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and Motown Party. The Silent Party & White Party are typically on 5+ day cruises. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.​

Carnival Freedom Theme Parties:
​Carnival Freedom's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. The Motown Party and Silent Party are typically on 5+ day cruises. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025.
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Carnival Glory Theme Parties:
The Carnival Glory's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow and Farewell Party. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Horizon Theme Parties:
The Carnival Horizon's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, and Motown Party. The Silent Party is also held on cruises that are 8+ days in length. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Jubilee Theme Parties:
The Carnival Jubilee's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow and White Hot Party. The ship also has the Lonestar Tailgate Party, but this was not specifically mentioned on Carnival's schedule. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025.​

Carnival Legend Theme Parties:
The Carnival Legend's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, and Motown Party. The 80's Rock and Glow and White Hot Party are typically held on cruises that are 5+ days in length as the 4 day cruises typically only have the Motown Party onboard. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Liberty Theme Parties:
The Carnival Liberty's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.​

Carnival Luminosa Theme Parties:
The Carnival Luminosa's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Abba Party, Backyard Bash, Island Party, and Superhero Party. The Silent and White Hot Parties are typically held on longer cruises that are 7+ days in length.​ This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025.

Carnival Magic Theme Parties:
The Carnival Magic's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Mardi Gras Theme Parties:
The Mardi Gras' theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Motown Party, and 90's Party. In 2027, the Mardi Gras will begin sailing 4 & 5 night cruises after Carnival Festivale debuts. Once that happens it is expected the theme parties offered onboard will change to not be as long of a list. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026. 

Carnival Miracle Theme Parties:
The Carnival Miracle's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and Motown Party. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Panorama Theme Parties:
The Carnival Panorama's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow,  White Hot Party, and Motown Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Paradise Theme Parties:
The Carnival Paradise's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and Motown Party. The White Hot Party is typically only on 6+ day cruises. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.
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​Carnival Pride Theme Parties:
​The Carnival Pride's theme parties are typically 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.​

Carnival Radiance Theme Parties:
The Carnival Radiance's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, Motown Party, and 90's Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Spirit Theme Parties:
​The Carnival Spirit's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, and Silent Party. The Silent Party is typically only done on 8+ day cruises. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.​

Carnival Splendor Theme Parties:
The Carnival Splendor's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, Silent Party, Island Night Party, Abba Party, and Superhero Party. The Island Night Party, Abba Party, and Superhero Party are typically on 8+ night cruises. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025. 
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Carnival Sunrise Theme Parties:
The Carnival Sunrise's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Motown Party, 90's Party, and Farewell Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025.

Carnival Sunshine Theme Parties:
The Carnival Sunshine's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. The Silent Party is usually done on cruises 8+ nights. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Tropicale Theme Parties:
The Carnival Tropicale is scheduled to debut in 2028. The theme parties have not yet been announced.

Carnival Valor Theme Parties:
The Carnival Valor's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, Motown Party, and Farewell Party. ​This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Venezia Theme Parties:
​The Carnival Venezia's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, Motown Party, and Festa Italiana. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in May 2026.

Carnival Vista Theme Parties:
The Carnival Vista's theme parties are 80's Rock and Glow, White Hot Party, Silent Party, and Motown Party. This is according to a master Carnival theme party list released by John Heald in November 2025.​

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Cruise Director Schedule:  Click Here For My Current Carnival Cruise Director Schedule Post!

Please keep in mind cruise directors reserve the right to change the themes at any time and some cruises may not feature all the ships. Additionally, sailing on holidays may result in a modification to the themed parties being hosted onboard.

Which cruise terminal does the Liberty of the Seas use from Galveston?
The Liberty of the Sea primarily uses Cruise Terminal 10 out of Galveston. Cruise Terminal 10 was built by Royal Caribbean. 
Liberty of the Seas Cruise Terminal 10 Address:
1402 Harborside Drive, Galveston, TX 77550
Click Here To View Galveston Cruise Terminal Typical Docking Assignments

Liberty of the Seas Ship Parking Lot Options:
Guests sailing on Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas have many parking options when cruising from Galveston. The Port of Galveston offers many different lot options close to Cruise Terminal 10. Further, there are many privately owned parking lots located close to the cruise terminal that offer shuttle service. 
​​Please keep in mind any information included here is subject to change at any time including, but not limited to, pricing, parking lot availability, and parking lot amenities. I am not affiliated with any of the parking lots mentioned here nor responsible for the content of any linked websites. You should do your own research and exercise caution when using any websites or making any bookings. There may be other parking lots not listed here.  I recommend using this research as a starting point for your Galveston Liberty of the Seas parking research!

Luggage Drop-Off & Check-In For Liberty of the Seas: 
Cruise Terminal 10 has clearly marked areas for luggage drop-off outside the cruise terminal. If you are an arriving guest follow the signage to know where you can check-in your luggage. Make sure to keep anything that you need with you for check-in. Generally, this includes things such as your Set Sail Pass (boarding pass) and required photo identification. Be sure to check Royal Caribbean's website and any communications for items you will need. 
All guests will be directed to go through security screening as part of the check-in process. The cruise terminal staff will help direct you to each station that you need to complete during the terminal check-in process as well as where to wait prior to boarding the ship. 

TIP:  Make sure you do Royal Caribbean's online check-in in advance of your cruise day. 

Port of Galveston's Lots For Liberty of the Seas:
The Port of Galveston has multiple parking lots right outside Cruise Terminal 10 (Royal Caribbean's terminal) that are typically available to Liberty of the Seas guests. Some of these parking lots offer shuttle service while others are a short walk from the cruise terminal. 

• North Lot - 1152 Royal Caribbean Way
• North Lot Premium (Covered Parking) - 1152 Royal Caribbean Way
• South Lot - 1201 Royal Caribbean Way
• Pier 12 Lot - 451 Royal Caribbean Circle 
• VIP Lot - Royal Caribbean Way

The exact parking lots available outside Cruise Terminal 10 may vary depending on the particular sailing. For more information check out the Port of Galveston's official website: Click Here to View

​Private Parking Lots:
There are many private parking lots that offer parking for cruisers sailing on the Liberty of the Seas. 

EZ Cruise Parking -  EZ Cruise Parking is located at 2727 Santa Fe Place. Based on the EZ Cruise Parking website, cruisers going on the Liberty of the Seas ships can book outdoor covered parking with shuttle service. Car covers are available for rental through the online reservation system. For more information please check out this EZ Cruise Parking website: Click Here To View

​Lighthouse Parking - Lighthouse Parking is located at 309 29th St, Galveston, TX. Based on the Lighthouse Parking website, cruisers sailing on the Liberty of the Seas can book covered or uncovered parking with shuttle service to cruise terminal 10. For more information please check out the Lighthouse Parking website: Click Here To View

Discount Cruise Parking - Dolphin Cruise Parking is located at 433 33rd Street in Galveston. Based on the Discount Parking website, cruisers sailing on the Liberty of the Seas can book gated parking with a free shuttle included in the fare. For more information about Dolphin Cruise Parking please click here. 

Patriot Cruise Parking - Patriot Cruise Parking is located at 3402 Church Street in Galveston. Based on the Patriot Cruise Parking website, cruisers sailing on the Liberty of the Seas can choose between either gated parked or indoor parking. Both options have shuttle included in the price. For more information on the Patriot Cruise Parking options please click here for their website.

Port Parking - Port Parking is located at 202 37th Street in Galveston. Based on the Port Parking website, cruisers sailing on the Liberty of the Seas can choose indoor parking with a shuttle option. For more information check out the Port Parking website by clicking here.

Park 2 Cruise Galveston:  Part 2 Cruise Galveston is located at 101 13th Street in Galveston. Based on the Park 2 Cruise Galveston website Based on the Park 2 Cruise website, guests sailing on the Liberty of the Seas can park and then walk to the cruise terminal. The parking lot is located across Harborside Drive from the entrance to the cruise terminal. For more information check out the Park 2 Cruise Galveston website by clicking here. 

Parking Lot Discounts For Royal Caribbean & Liberty of the Seas Cruisers:
I have a post where I share a few discounts and coupon codes available that I have found through my research. Please click here to view my post discussing some discounts and coupons codes that might be applicable for your cruise.
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The information on this page is subject to change at any time or may be incorrect. Further, there may be more parking lots available than what is listed here. Please use this research as a starting point. Have a great cruise on the Liberty of the Seas from Galveston!!

        The Carnival Jubilee sails from Galveston and has cruises scheduled from Galveston for 2026, 2027, and part of 2028. In this post I will take a look at parking lots for Carnival Jubilee cruisers, which cruise terminal the Carnival Jubilee sails from in Galveston, luggage drop-off for Carnival Jubilee cruisers, and Carnival Jubilee check-in. 

Last Updated: 5/2/2026

Private Parking Lots In Galveston For Carnival Jubilee Guests:

• EZ Cruise Parking - EZ Cruise Parking is located at 2727 Santa Fe Place. Guests that wish to park at EZ Cruise Parking have the option to book parking with a shuttle or book parking without a shuttle. The lots of EZ Cruise Parking are uncovered, but car covers are able to be purchased. For more information about EZ Cruise Parking please click here to go to the EZ Cruise Parking website.
• Patriot Cruise Parking - Patriot Cruise Parking is located at 3402 Church St. Guests sailings on the Carnival Jubilee that park at Patriot Cruise Parking have the option of purchasing indoor parking with free shuttle or gated parking with free shuttle. For more information on Patriot Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Patriot Cruise Parking website.
• Galveston Park N Cruise - The Galveston Park N Cruise is located at 2514 New Strand Street. Guests sailing on the Carnival Jubilee that use Galveston Park N Cruise can choose between indoor parking and gated outdoor parking. This parking lots website states lists the Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises ships that they service. For more information on Galveston Park N Cruise please click here to go to the Galveston Park N Cruise website. 
• Discount Cruise Parking - Discount Cruise Parking recently changed addresses and is located at 433 33rd Street. Guests sailing from Discount Cruise Parking have the option to purchase gated parking with shuttle service for their Carnival Jubilee cruise. For more information on Discount Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Discount Cruise Parking website.
• Port Parking - Port Parking is located at 202 37th Street. Guests sailing the Carnival Jubilee that use Port Parking have the options of purchasing indoor parking with shuttle, outdoor parking with shuttle, or RV Parking No Shuttle. For more information on Port Parking please click here to go to the Port Parking website.
• VIP Cruise Parking - VIP Cruise Parking is located at 111 Rosenberg. Indoor cruise parking is available for purchase. The VIP Cruise Parking website states they serve Carnival Jubilee cruisers. For more information on VIP Cruise Parking please click here to go to the VIP Cruise Parking website.
• Lighthouse Cruise Parking - Lighthouse Cruise Parking is located at 309 29th Street. Guests sailing on Carnival Jubilee can typically choose from covered and uncovered parking. For more information on Lighthouse Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Lighthouse Cruise Parking website. 

There are some hotels that offer packages to be able to park at the hotel during the cruise. I may research these for a future post, but at this point in time do not have this research done.

Are there any additional discounts or coupon codes for Carnival Jubilee parking in Galveston? 
I have a post where I share a few discounts and coupon codes available that I have found through my research. Please click here to view my post discussing some discounts and coupons codes that might be applicable for your cruise.

Which Cruise Terminal Does Carnival Jubilee Use In Galveston?
​The Carnival Jubilee will use Cruise Terminal 25 (formerly cruise terminal 1) when departing from Galveston.

• Cruise Terminal 25 -  Located At 2502 Harborside Drive
  The Carnival Jubilee will use the terminal when departing primarily on Saturdays. 

Carnival Cruise ships also use Cruise Terminal 28, but Cruise Terminal 25 has been renovated to accommodate the Carnival Jubilee so it is expected this will be the primary terminal the ship uses for homeport operations in Galveston.

For a full list of the typical cruise terminal assignments from Galveston please check out my post by clicking here. ​

Carnival Jubilee Galveston Check-In Time At The Cruise Terminal: 
​          Guests will need to follow their arrival appointment as to when to arrive at the cruise terminal. Both cruise terminals have signage and lines for guests that arrive early for their arrival appointment and for those that arrive on-time. You may be able to enter the cruise terminal early if you arrive before your arrival appointment, but this is not guaranteed. Also, make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to get to the cruise terminal as after Carnival's published final boarding time the cruise terminal will be closed and you will have missed your cruise. 
           Check-in for the Carnival Jubilee out of Galveston usually consists of a documentation/identification and boarding pass check. Guests will also go through the security screening area. Sail & Sign cards are available in the stateroom mailbox once on the ship. ​

​The information on this page is subject to change at any time or may be incorrect. Further, there may be more parking lots available than what is listed here. Please use this research as a starting point. Have a great Carnival Jubilee from Galveston!

        The Carnival Dream is a Galveston based cruise ship that primarily sails 6 & 8 night cruises. In this post I will take a look at parking lots for Carnival Dream cruisers, which cruise terminal the Carnival Dream sails from in Galveston, luggage drop-off for Carnival Dream cruisers, and Carnival Dream  check-in. 
           Carnival Dream is one of Carnival Cruise Line's Dream class vessels and has been sailing from Galveston since 2019.

Last Updated: 5/2/2026​

Private Parking Lots In Galveston For Carnival Dream Guests:

• EZ Cruise Parking - EZ Cruise Parking is located at 2727 Santa Fe Place. Guests that wish to park at EZ Cruise Parking have the option to book parking with a shuttle or book parking without a shuttle. The lots of EZ Cruise Parking are uncovered, but car covers are able to be purchased. For more information about EZ Cruise Parking please click here to go to the EZ Cruise Parking website.
• Patriot Cruise Parking - Patriot Cruise Parking is located at 3402 Church St. Guests sailings on the Carnival Dream that park at Patriot Cruise Parking have the option of purchasing indoor parking with free shuttle or gated parking with free shuttle. For more information on Patriot Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Patriot Cruise Parking website.
• Galveston Park N Cruise - The Galveston Park N Cruise is located at 2514 New Strand Street. Guests sailing on the Carnival Dream that use Galveston Park N Cruise can choose between indoor parking and gated outdoor parking. This parking lots website states lists the Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises ships that they service. For more information on Galveston Park N Cruise please click here to go to the Galveston Park N Cruise website. 
• Discount Cruise Parking - Discount Cruise Parking recently changed addresses and is located at 433 33rd Street. Guests sailing from Discount Cruise Parking have the option to purchase gated parking with shuttle service for their Carnival Dream cruise. For more information on Discount Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Discount Cruise Parking website.
• Port Parking - Port Parking is located at 202 37th Street. Guests sailing the Carnival Dream that use Port Parking have the options of purchasing indoor parking with shuttle, outdoor parking with shuttle, or RV Parking No Shuttle. For more information on Port Parking please click here to go to the Port Parking website.
• VIP Cruise Parking - VIP Cruise Parking is located at 111 Rosenberg. Indoor cruise parking is available for purchase. The VIP Cruise Parking website states they serve Carnival Dream cruisers. For more information on VIP Cruise Parking please click here to go to the VIP Cruise Parking website.
• Lighthouse Cruise Parking - Lighthouse Cruise Parking is located at 309 29th Street. For more information on Lighthouse Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Lighthouse Cruise Parking website. 

There are some hotels that offer packages to be able to park at the hotel during the cruise. I may research these for a future post, but at this point in time do not have this research done.

Are there any additional discounts or coupon codes for Carnival Dream parking in Galveston? 
I have a post where I share a few discounts and coupon codes available that I have found through my research. Please click here to view my post discussing some discounts and coupons codes that might be applicable for your cruise.

Which Cruise Terminal Does Carnival Dream Use In Galveston?
​The Carnival Dream uses both Cruise Terminal 25 and Cruise Terminal 28 out of Galveston. 

• Cruise Terminal 25 -  Located At 2502 Harborside Drive
  The Carnival Dream departs from Cruise Terminal 25 typically on cruises that depart on Sundays. 
• Cruise Terminal 28 - Located At 2702 Harborside Drive
  The Carnival Dream departs from Cruise Terminal 28 typically on cruises that depart on Saturdays.

Normally, due to the Carnival Dream's schedule out of Galveston, the cruise terminal you depart from may not be the same one you arrive back to. Please keep this in mind as you consider which parking lot to book, shuttle or taxi services, or telling family/friends where to pick-up/drop-off. Cruise Terminal 25 and Cruise Terminal 28 are located next to each other. 

For a full list of the typical cruise terminal assignments from Galveston please check out my post by clicking here. ​

Carnival Dream Galveston Check-In Time At The Cruise Terminal: 
​          Guests will need to follow their arrival appointment as to when to arrive at the cruise terminal. Both cruise terminals (25 and 28) have signage and lines for guests that arrive early for their arrival appointment and for those that arrive on-time. You may be able to enter the cruise terminal early if you arrive before your arrival appointment, but this is not guaranteed. Also, make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to get to the cruise terminal as after Carnival's published final boarding time the cruise terminal will be closed and you will have missed your cruise. 
           Check-in for the Carnival Dream out of Galveston usually consists of a documentation/identification and boarding pass check. Guests will also go through the security screening area. Sail & Sign cards are available in the stateroom mailbox once on the ship. ​

           The Carnival Miracle is scheduled to return to Galveston for a fall 2026 through spring 2027 deployment. In this post I will take a look at parking lots for Carnival Miracle cruisers, which cruise terminal the Carnival Miracle sails from in Galveston, luggage drop-off for Carnival Miracle cruisers, and Carnival Miracle check-in. 

Last Updated: 5/2/2026

​Cruises Carnival Miracle Sails From Galveston:
        The Carnival Miracle is scheduled to sail a variety of 4, 5, and 10 night departures during the seasonal deployment from Galveston during the October 2026 through March 2027 timeframe. Carnival has several year-round ships homeported from Galveston, but Carnival Miracle will only be sailing from Galveston on a seasonal basis.
Carnival Miracle is not scheduled to return in the fall 2027. Instead the Carnival Sunshine will be deployed to Galveston for the seasonal cruises. 

Carnival Miracle Galveston Parking Options:
   Galveston offers many parking lots for Carnival Miracle passengers that are close to the cruise terminal. Parking lots vary in terms of what is offered. However, the specifics of what each parking lot has to offer can vary. As you do some research in deciding where to park you should take into consider whether the parking is covered or uncovered, shuttle is provided or not, location of the parking, and price. Please keep in mind any information included here is subject to change at any time including, but not limited to, pricing, parking lot availability, and parking lot amenities. I am not affiliated with any of the parking lots mentioned here. I recommend using this research as a starting point for your Galveston Carnival Miracle parking research!

Official Port of Galveston Lots: 
        The Port of Galveston has multiple parking lots available for Carnival Miracle passengers. Some of these parking lots offer shuttle service while others involve a short walk to Cruise Terminal 25 or Cruise Terminal 28. The cruise terminal the Carnival Miracle departs from will depend on the specific departure.

• Economy Lot -  The Port of Galveston's Economy Lot B is located at 224 33rd Street.  The economy lots are considered self-park and come with shuttle service included. 
• Express Lot -  The Port of Galveston offers the Express Lot which is located at 2702 Harborside Drive. This lot is very close to Cruise Terminal 28, but not a far walk from Cruise Terminal 25. Due to the proximity to cruise terminal 25 and 28, this lot does not offer shuttle service. 
• SMP Garage -  The Port of Galveston's Shearn Moody Plaza (SMP) Garage is located at 150 Rosenberg Street and pretty much across Harborside Drive from Cruise Terminal 25. Carnival Miracle passengers are able to book the SMP Garage which is self-park and does not include shuttle service. Guests parking in this garage can use the crosswalk at street level to cross Harborside Drive and then have a short walk to Cruise Terminal 25.

​Private Parking Lots In Galveston For Carnival Miracle Guests:​

• Galveston Park N Cruise - The Galveston Park N Cruise is located at 2514 New Strand Street. Guests sailing on the Carnival Miracle that use Galveston Park N Cruise can choose between indoor parking and gated outdoor parking. This parking lots website states lists the Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises ships that they service. For more information on Galveston Park N Cruise please click here to go to the Galveston Park N Cruise website. 
• Discount Cruise Parking - Discount Cruise Parking recently changed addresses and is located at 433 33rd Street. Guests sailing from Discount Cruise Parking have the option to purchase gated parking with shuttle service for their Carnival Miracle cruise. For more information on Discount Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Discount Cruise Parking website.
• Port Parking - Port Parking is located at 202 37th Street. Guests sailing the Carnival Miracle that use Port Parking have the options of purchasing indoor parking with shuttle, outdoor parking with shuttle, or RV Parking No Shuttle. For more information on Port Parking please click here to go to the Port Parking website.
• VIP Cruise Parking - VIP Cruise Parking is located at 111 Rosenberg. Indoor cruise parking is available for purchase. For more information on VIP Cruise Parking please click here to go to the VIP Cruise Parking website.
• Lighthouse Cruise Parking - Lighthouse Cruise Parking is located at 309 29th Street. I did a few mock bookings and it appears uncovered cruise parking is available for Carnival Miracle guests during the 2026-2027 season. For more information on Lighthouse Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Lighthouse Cruise Parking website. 
• Patriot Cruise Parking - Patriot Cruise Parking is located at 3402 Church Street. It appears Patriot Cruise Parking offers indoor and outdoor parking to Carnival Miracle guests. For more information on Patriot Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Patriot Cruise Parking website. 

There are some hotels that offer packages to be able to park at the hotel during the cruise. I may research these for a future post, but at this point in time do not have this research done.

​Are there any additional discounts or coupon codes for Carnival Miracle parking in Galveston? 
I have a post where I share a few discounts and coupon codes available that I have found through my research. Please click here to view my post discussing some discounts and coupons codes that might be applicable for your cruise.

​Which Cruise Terminal Does Carnival Miracle Use In Galveston?
​The Carnival Miracle is expected to most frequently use Cruise Terminal 25 from Galveston, but Carnival ships use either Cruise Terminal 25 or Cruise Terminal 28 so sometimes the cruise terminal assignment may differ. 

• Cruise Terminal 25 -  Located At 2502 Harborside Drive
• Cruise Terminal 28 - Located At 2702 Harborside Drive

Normally, due to the Carnival Miracle's schedule out of Galveston, the cruise terminal you depart from may not be the same one you arrive back to. Please keep this in mind as you consider which parking lot to book, shuttle or taxi services, or telling family/friends where to pick-up/drop-off. Cruise Terminal 25 and Cruise Terminal 28 are located next to each other. 

For a full list of the typical cruise terminal assignments from Galveston please check out my post by clicking here. 

Carnival Miracle Galveston Luggage Drop-Off:
​            Both Cruise Terminal 25 and Cruise Terminal 28 have an outside luggage drop-off area that guests can drop their suitcases & bags with a porter. These areas are clearly marked with signage on both of the cruise terminals. Carnival does not allow checking in bags after a certain timeframe prior to embarkation so make sure you pay attention to your emails and communications from Carnival regarding when checked luggage ends. Some things to keep in mind when checking your luggage:

• Make sure you print your luggage tags from Carnival's booking manager. I recommend attaching two luggage tags to two separate handles on your suitcase. 
• The porter should remind you to make sure you have all of the documents you need for the check-in process, but if they do not make sure you have your boarding pass, photo identification, and any other documents needed/required to board the cruise ship. You should also keep any items with you that you will need on embarkation afternoon before your luggage arrives to your stateroom. 
• Out of Galveston, the porters are typically wearing a clear uniform and have identification badges. Make sure you give your luggage to someone official. 
• Be carful and make sure you drop your luggage off at the correct cruise terminal that is for your ship. Carnival ships usually dock next to each other and sometimes people get confused on which cruise terminal to drop off luggage. You will want to drop your bags off at the cruise terminal that your ship is departing from, unless Carnival says something otherwise. 

​Carnival Miracle Galveston Check-In Time At The Cruise Terminal: 
​          Guests will need to follow their arrival appointment as to when to arrive at the cruise terminal. Both cruise terminals (25 and 28) have signage and lines for guests that arrive early for their arrival appointment and for those that arrive on-time. You may be able to enter the cruise terminal early if you arrive before your arrival appointment, but this is not guaranteed. Also, make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to get to the cruise terminal as after Carnival's published final boarding time the cruise terminal will be closed and you will have missed your cruise. 
           Check-in for the Carnival Miracle out of Galveston usually consists of a documentation/identification and boarding pass check. Guests will also go through the security screening area. Sail & Sign cards are available in the stateroom mailbox once on the ship. 

        The Carnival Legend is scheduled to sail cruises from Galveston starting in November 2025 through April 2026. In this post I will take a look at parking lots for Carnival Legend cruisers, which cruise terminal the Carnival Legend sails from in Galveston, luggage drop-off for Carnival Legend cruisers, and Carnival Legend check-in. 

​Note: The Carnival Legend's season from Galveston for 2025-2026 is closing soon. This page is available as an archive. To view parking guides for other ships click here.

​Cruises Carnival Legend Sails From Galveston:
        The Carnival Legend is scheduled to sail a variety of shorter and longer itineraries from Galveston during the 2025-2026 cruise season. For a 2026 Galveston sailing calendar click here.​

Carnival Legend Galveston Parking Options:
   Galveston offers many parking lots for Carnival Legend passengers that are close to the cruise terminal. Parking lots vary in terms of what is offered. However, the specifics of what each parking lot has to offer can vary. As you do some research in deciding where to park you should take into consider whether the parking is covered or uncovered, shuttle is provided or not, location of the parking, and price. Please keep in mind any information included here is subject to change at any time including, but not limited to, pricing, parking lot availability, and parking lot amenities. I am not affiliated with any of the parking lots mentioned here. I recommend using this research as a starting point for your Galveston Carnival Legend parking research!

​Official Port of Galveston Lots: 
        The Port of Galveston has multiple parking lots available for Carnival Legend passengers. Some of these parking lots offer shuttle service while others involve a short walk to Cruise Terminal 25 or Cruise Terminal 28. The cruise terminal the Carnival Legend departs from will depend on the specific departure.

• Economy Lot -  The Port of Galveston's Economy Lot B is located at 224 33rd Street.  The economy lots are considered self-park and come with shuttle service included. 
• Express Lot -  The Port of Galveston offers the Express Lot which is located at 2702 Harborside Drive. This lot is very close to Cruise Terminal 28, but not a far walk from Cruise Terminal 25. Due to the proximity to cruise terminal 25 and 28, this lot does not offer shuttle service. 
• SMP Garage -  The Port of Galveston's Shearn Moody Plaza (SMP) Garage is located at 150 Rosenberg Street and pretty much across Harborside Drive from Cruise Terminal 25. Carnival Legend passengers are able to book the SMP Garage which is self-park and does not include shuttle service. Guests parking in this garage can use the crosswalk at street level to cross Harborside Drive and then have a short walk to Cruise Terminal 25.

​Private Parking Lots In Galveston For Carnival Legend Guests:

• EZ Cruise Parking - EZ Cruise Parking is located at 2727 Santa Fe Place. Guests that wish to park at EZ Cruise Parking have the option to book parking with a shuttle or book parking without a shuttle. The lots of EZ Cruise Parking are uncovered, but car covers are able to be purchased. For more information about EZ Cruise Parking please click here to go to the EZ Cruise Parking website.
• Galveston Park N Cruise - The Galveston Park N Cruise is located at 2514 New Strand Street. Guests sailing on the Carnival Legend that use Galveston Park N Cruise can choose between indoor parking and gated outdoor parking. This parking lots website states lists the Carnival Cruise Line and Princess Cruises ships that they service. For more information on Galveston Park N Cruise please click here to go to the Galveston Park N Cruise website. 
• Discount Cruise Parking - Discount Cruise Parking recently changed addresses and is located at 433 33rd Street. Guests sailing from Discount Cruise Parking have the option to purchase gated parking with shuttle service for their Carnival Legend cruise. For more information on Discount Cruise Parking please click here to go to the Discount Cruise Parking website.
• Port Parking - Port Parking is located at 202 37th Street. Guests sailing the Carnival Legend that use Port Parking have the options of purchasing indoor parking with shuttle, outdoor parking with shuttle, or RV Parking No Shuttle. For more information on Port Parking please click here to go to the Port Parking website.
• VIP Cruise Parking - VIP Cruise Parking is located at 111 Rosenberg. Indoor cruise parking is available for purchase. For more information on VIP Cruise Parking please click here to go to the VIP Cruise Parking website.

There are some hotels that offer packages to be able to park at the hotel during the cruise. I may research these for a future post, but at this point in time do not have this research done.

Which Cruise Terminal Does Carnival Legend Use In Galveston?
​The Carnival Legend is expected to most frequently use Cruise Terminal 25 from Galveston, but Carnival ships use either Cruise Terminal 25 or Cruise Terminal 28 so sometimes the cruise terminal assignment may differ. 

• Cruise Terminal 25 -  Located At 2502 Harborside Drive
• Cruise Terminal 28 - Located At 2702 Harborside Drive

Normally, due to the Carnival Legend's schedule out of Galveston, the cruise terminal you depart from may not be the same one you arrive back to. Please keep this in mind as you consider which parking lot to book, shuttle or taxi services, or telling family/friends where to pick-up/drop-off. Cruise Terminal 25 and Cruise Terminal 28 are located next to each other. 

For a full list of the typical cruise terminal assignments from Galveston please check out my post by clicking here. 

Carnival Legend Galveston Check-In Time At The Cruise Terminal: 
​          Guests will need to follow their arrival appointment as to when to arrive at the cruise terminal. Both cruise terminals (25 and 28) have signage and lines for guests that arrive early for their arrival appointment and for those that arrive on-time. You may be able to enter the cruise terminal early if you arrive before your arrival appointment, but this is not guaranteed. Also, make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to get to the cruise terminal as after Carnival's published final boarding time the cruise terminal will be closed and you will have missed your cruise. 
           Check-in for the Carnival Legend out of Galveston usually consists of a documentation/identification and boarding pass check. Guests will also go through the security screening area. Sail & Sign cards are available in the stateroom mailbox once on the ship. 

The Carnival Tropicale will sail from Galveston when the ship debuts in 2028. As Carnival Cruise Line's fifth Excel class ships, the Carnival Tropicale will be joining the Carnival Jubilee out of Galveston. 
There are still several details that are to be announced regarding the Carnival Tropicale's sailings and itineraries from Galveston. This post will share the information currently known as of 4/25/2026:

1. Carnival Tropicale and Carnival Jubilee will both be sailing from Galveston
Carnival confirmed the Carnival Tropicale and Carnival Jubilee will both be sailing from Galveston. This means that Carnival Tropicale is not replacing Carnival Jubilee. However, it is possible that the Carnival Jubilee will switch itineraries similar to how Carnival changed the Mardi Gras' itineraries when the Carnival Festivale was announced for Port Canaveral. 

2. Carnival Tropicale Receiving Texas Star
Similar to the Carnival Jubilee, the Carnival Tropicale's bow will have the star of Texas. 

3. Ship Will Be LNG Powered
Carnival Cruise Line's Excel class ships are LNG powered. LNG stands for liquified natural gas. Carnival Tropicale will be LNG powered.

4. Sunsation Point
The Carnival Festivale is debuting in 2027 and will be the first of Carnival's Excel class ships to have Sunsation Point. This area has Carnival WaterWorks Ultra which will have a raft ride and several other slides for guests to enjoy. 

5. Not All Dining Areas Announced Yet
​There are some dining areas that will be different on Carnival Cruise Line's Carnival Festivale and Carnival Tropicale. The details of these are not all announced yet.

More information should be released later in 2026, especially when Carnival releases itineraries for the Carnival Tropicale.
If you would like to read Carnival Cruise Line's press release click here (link will take you away from RyG's Cruise Guide).

      Carnival Cruise Line has debuted a new welcome aboard show on the Carnival Encounter following the ship's 2026 dry-dock. The new welcome aboard show is called "Cruise Mode" and the Carnival Encounter is the first ship in the fleet to receive this new show. 
         The welcome aboard show on Carnival Cruise ships is typically held the first evening of the cruise and has one showing. Guests get the opportunity to hear from their cruise director, be introduced to the ship's Fun Squad crew members, and see a sneak peak from the Playlist Productions performers onboard. The new "Cruise Mode" version of the welcome aboard show keeps these elements of the welcome aboard show, but refreshes the music and entertainment being offered in the show. 

Is there a rollout schedule for the new "Cruise Mode" welcome aboard show?
As of the time of publication, Carnival Cruise Line has not released a rollout schedule for "Cruise Mode". Releasing shows always takes time since Carnival needs to train casts, cruise directors, and the entertainment teams onboard. 

Is the older welcome aboard show still being offered?
Carnival ships are still expected to have a welcome aboard show even on ships that do not have "Cruise Mode" yet. Most likely Carnival will continue showing the older welcome aboard show until a particular ship has "Cruise Mode" installed and ready to be performed. 

How can I find out when shows are offered on my cruise?
You can check your Carnival Hub App or FunTimes daily activity newsletters once onboard your cruise ship. The exact shows vary by ship. 

Carnival's welcome aboard show that is on most ships has been around since the 2016-2017 timeframe so it is great to see Carnival do a refresh of the welcome aboard show!

         Carnival Cruise Line has a variety of specialty dining venues across the fleet. The specialty venues available will vary by ship. This post discusses some of the specialty dining venues available on Carnival ships and gives insights into the dress code for the venue, whether reservations are required, and what pricing for eating at the venue looks like.
           Prices and dress-code are subject to change so you will want to pay attention to what is established for your particular cruise vacation. 

Last Updated: 4/5/2026

Steakhouse: 
              Most Carnival Cruise Line ships have a steakhouse onboard that serves a variety of foods at dinner, usually a variety of cuts of beef, seafood, and more. The steakhouse meal comes with an appetizer, salad, entrée, side, and dessert. 
Steakhouse Price:  Carnival charges $62.40 per adult and $18 for kids 11 & under. However, when a child is on the reduced child price, they can only order from the kids menu and not order from the regular steakhouse menu. Beverages ordered through bar service will cost extra.
Dress-Code:  The steakhouse onboard follows the main dining room dress code at dinner for the evening. Shorts are never permitted in the steakhouse.
Which ships is the steakhouse on? The steakhouse is on the Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Conquest, Carnival Dream, Carnival Festivale (debut in 2027), Carnival Firenze, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Glory, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Legend, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Luminosa, Carnival Magic, Mardi Gras, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Pride, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Spirit, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Valor, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Vista. 
Reservations: Carnival highly recommends reservations be made in advance. This can be done through your cruise booking manager online. Usually reservations can be made onboard, but reserving in advance gets you the best opportunity to select the night and time you are wishing to dine. 

Menu & More Information:  Carnival has a menu for the steakhouse posted on their website. Click Here to view the steakhouse menu.

Cucina Del Capitano:
               Cucina Del Capitano is an Italian restaurant that serves a variety of Italian dishes at dinner. Carnival advertises that the recipes were selected by some of their Italian captains. 
Cucina Del Capitano Price: If you are sailing on Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Celebration, or Mardi Gras your Cucina Del Capitano experience is free. Click Here if you are sailing on one of these three ships for more info. However, if you are sailing on any of the other ships with Cucina Del Capitano you will have to pay. The price is $28.80 per adult and $13.20 for kids 11 & under that order off the kid's menu. Carnival's website states this price includes a 20% service charge and additional gratuities may be extended.  Beverages ordered through bar service will cost extra.
Dress-Code:  Carnival advertises the dress code of Cucina Del Capitano is cruise casual. 
​Which ships is Cucina Del Capitano on?  Cucina Del Capitano is located on the Carnival Breeze, Carnival Celebration, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Magic, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Radiance, Carnival Sunrise, Carnival Sunshine, Carnival Vista, Mardi Gras, and Carnival Jubilee (when the ship enters service). 
Reservations: Guests can make reservations online before the cruise or once onboard if spots are remaining. On Carnival Celebration, Carnival Jubilee, and Mardi Gras guests cannot make reservations because the venue is considered an alternative to the main dining room and complimentary at dinner. 
Menu & More Information:  Click Here for Carnival's webpage on Cucina Del Capitano

JiJi Asian Kitchen:
​              JiJi Asian Kitchen serves a variety of Asian themed dishes. The venue is full service and offers guests a variety of Asian & Mongolian dishes. 
JiJi Asian Kitchen Price: The adult price is $28.80 per adult and $13.20 for kids 11 & under when they order off the kids menu. This includes a 20% service charge. Carnival notes the fee includes a starter, entree, dessert, and gratuity for the waitstaff. Beverages ordered through bar service will cost extra. 
Dress-Code:  The dress code for JiJi Asian Kitchen is cruise casual. 
Which ships is JiJi Asian Kitchen on? The JiJi Asian Kitchen is on the Carnival Vista, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Panorama, and Carnival Sunshine.
Reservations:  Carnival does not require a reservation for JiJi Asian Kitchen, but does recommend having one to be able to dine at your preferred time. 
​Menu & More Information: Click Here for Carnival's webpage which includes more info on JiJi Asian Kitchen & a sample menu.

Rudi's Seagrill:
              Rudi's Seagrill is a dining establishment on Carnival's XL class ships. This venue has a variety of dishes inspired by Rudi Sodamin.
Rudi's Seagrill Price: The adult price for Rudi's Seagrill is $62.40 per adult and $18 per child 11 & under that is eating off the kid's menu. Price includes a 20% service charge. The adult menu price includes a starter, entree, dessert, and waitstaff gratuity. Beverages ordered through the bar will cost additional.
Dress-Code:  The dress code for Rudi's Seagrill is cruise casual. 
Which ships is Rudi's Seagrill on?  The Rudi's Seagrill is on the Carnival Celebration, Mardi Gras, and Carnival Jubilee.
​Reservations: You can make a reservation for Rudi's Seagrill before your cruise on the booking manager on Carnival's website. I highly recommend booking in advance to be able to get the night & time you wish to dine at Rudi's Seagrill. 
​Menu & More Information: Click here for Carnival's webpage on Rudi's Seagrill. 

Bonsai Teppanyaki:
                 Bonsai Teppanyaki is an interactive dining experience where guests gather around the table and watch the chef perform while cooking. 
Bonsai Teppanyaki Price: At dinner Bonsai Teppanyaki is $58.80 per guest regardless of age. At lunch Bonsai Teppanyaki is $46.80 per guest regardless of age. An 20% service charge is included in either the lunch or dinner price. The price includes a starter, entree, and dessert. Beverages ordered through the bar will cost additional. 
Dress-Code: The dress code for Bonsai Teppanyaki is cruise casual. 
Which ships is Bonsai Teppanyaki on? The Bonsai Teppanyaki venue is on the Carnival Celebration, Carnival Horizon, Carnival Panorama, Carnival Venezia, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Firenze, and Mardi Gras.
Reservations: The Bonsai Teppanyaki has limited seating. Carnival's website highly recommends guests make reservations due to the limited space. Reservations can be made pre-cruise through Carnival's online booking manager portal.  
Menu & More Information: Click Here for Carnival's webpage which includes more information as well as the Bonsai Teppanyaki menu. 

Chef's Table:
I will have a separate post on the Chef's Table coming soon! There is too much information to discuss on this topic so I wanted to create a separate post!

Dining On The Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration, and Carnival Jubilee:
The specialty dining on Carnival's XL class ships (Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration, and Carnival Jubilee) has a few differences when it comes to Cucina Del Capitano, Chibang, & Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse. I recently wrote a post about how on these 3 ships the venues are considered an alternative to the main dining room. Click Here to read my post on these venues on Mardi Gras, Celebration, and Jubilee.