The annual Monsters of Rock Cruise (MORC), the world’s premier hard rock and heavy metal fan immersive music cruise sailing the high seas since 2012, is returning for its fourteenth year.
Promoter On the Blue Cruises, Inc. has announced the five-day/five-night full-ship music charter will set sail April 12-17, 2026 aboard Norwegian Cruise Line‘s Norwegian Joy® and depart from the Port of Miami, Florida. The voyage will include performances from over 35 artists on multiple stages, two unforgettable ports of call (Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas), photo experiences with artists, theme nights, and special events with the world’s best rock community.
Cabins are on sale now starting at $2,699.00 per person (double occupancy, not including mandatory taxes and fee supplement). For more info and booking, visit MonstersOfRockCruise.com.
The lineup for MORC ‘26 includes BLACK LABEL SOCIETY, NIGHT RANGER, THE DARKNESS, QUEENSRŸCHE, STRYPER, SYMPHONY X, Y&T, SLAUGHTER, STEVEN ADLER OF GUNS N’ ROSES, D-A-D, GREAT WHITE, LITA FORD, QUIET RIOT, THE ALMIGHTY, BRITISH LION, NELSON, VIXEN, LOUDNESS, CRAZY LIXX, THE QUIREBOYS, DANGEROUS TOYS, KILLER DWARFS, ELLEFSON-SOTO, SOTO, SOTO/BIELER, STEELHEART, NESTOR, HEAVENS EDGE, CRASHDÏET, BLACK ‘N BLUE, VAIN, TUFF, CASSIDY PARIS, SPREAD EAGLE, PARADISE KITTY, ENUFF Z’NUFF, TNT, FASTER PUSSYCAT, and STONE WHISKEY, with more to be announced.
In addition to performances, MORC ‘26 will host a variety of interactive events between artists and cruisers, including Artist/Cruiser Q&A sessions, Gong Show Karaoke, “So You Think You Can Shred,” Cooking with Rock Stars, a new cast of Painting with Rock Stars, Comedy Punchlines and Backlines, with more to be announced.
For the second time in MORC history, attendees will sail aboard Norwegian Joy®, one of Norwegian Cruise Line’s most stunning cruise ships in their fleet. Offering several decks full of amazing shops, an array of complimentary and specialty restaurants, and entertainment, the ship also features a variety of staterooms, vibrant décor inspired by legendary music venues, and the Thermal Suite at the Mandara Spa ‒ all dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation. Zoom into fantastic vistas along the Norwegian Joy Speedway, an actual onboard two-level racetrack, which is the first ever of its kind at sea and just one of the ways the ship is custom-built to let the outside in. Enjoy a new favorite cocktail and 180-degree panoramic views in the Observation Lounge and savor fresh sea breezes and dining under the stars along The Waterfront. From mouth-watering ribs at Q Texas Smokehouse to a juicy ribeye cooked to perfection at Cagney’s Steakhouse, there’s something for everyone on board.
Find out more at MonstersOfRockCruise.com.
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