Cunard Line has announced the initial selection of themed itineraries for its 2026 Event Voyages programme, to be hosted aboard flagship Queen Mary 2 and the newly commissioned Queen Anne. These voyages are designed to integrate cultural enrichment with traditional seafaring, offering structured onboard programming in theatre, music, wellness, literature, and historical commemoration.
The schedule commences on May 22, 2026 with the return of London Theatre at Sea with the Olivier Awards. Curated by Julian Bird OBE, this transatlantic crossing aboard Queen Mary 2 will feature scheduled performances, industry panels, and concludes with The Oliviers in Concert, a tribute to the history of the prestigious awards. Fares commence at GBP 1,249 per guest for a Balcony Stateroom.
Marking a historical milestone, Queen Mary 2 will participate in Sail4th250 on July 3, 2026. This round-trip voyage from New York honours the 250th anniversary of American independence with port calls in Newport, Rhode Island, and Halifax, Canada. The sailing underscores Cunard’s historical relationship with North America. Prices start at GBP 1,799 per Balcony Stateroom.
In July, Queen Anne will conduct a Norwegian fjords itinerary titled Wellness at Sea, organised in partnership with Harper’s Bazaar. The voyage will feature health and fitness programming, wellness lectures, and dedicated time for personal rejuvenation. Fares begin at GBP 1,149 per Balcony Stateroom.
September sees the return of conductor Anthony Inglis and the National Symphony Orchestra aboard Queen Mary 2. This transatlantic crossing will include two exclusive orchestral performances in the Royal Court Theatre. Pricing begins at GBP 1,549 for a Balcony Stateroom.
On November 28, 2026, the Literature Festival at Sea returns in association with The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. This eastbound transatlantic voyage will feature a curated roster of authors, journalists, and historians. Fares start at GBP 1,149 for a Balcony Stateroom.
All fares quoted are cruise-only and do not include air travel or transfers.