Carnival Cruise Line

Everything about Carnival Festivale

Being built at Meyer Werft (Papenburg, Germany). Maiden voyage: transatlantic from Southampton on 2 May 2027; homeport Port Canaveral from 19 May 2027, with six music-inspired and themed zones.

Dining

According to Carnival, new specialty restaurants: Emeril's Coastal Seafood, Uku Lei Lei (Hawaiian and Asian), Fetaccine (Italian and Greek) and Le Bistro Musicale (French, exclusive to this ship). Pizza Palooza, Rhythm & Rolls Deli, Big Chicken and Swirls also return. Carnival has not yet published the total number of restaurants.

Spa & relaxation

Carnival has not yet published spa details for this ship.

Last verified: 3 October 2026Source

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