Written By: Leah Goldstein
We’re diving into 2026 with the ultimate sea adventure!
Groove Cruise is set to sail from Miami, Florida and travel to the tropical island, Nassau, Bahamas, on January 22-26. For over 20 years, Groove Cruise has become an Atlantic journey of music, imagination, and human connection. This year it returns into a new realm of wonder, as it sets sail on the Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas. With John Summit and Cloone headlining, Groove Cruise presents their biggest line up yet of electronic dance artists ranging from tech house, techno, drum&bass, hardstyle, and melodic house. The lineup also features Green Velvet, Lilly Palmer, Layton Giordani, Chris Lorenzo, Max Styler, Ranger Trucco, Cassian and Joshwa!
Wonder Awaits Onboard
Step on board the world’s largest floating dance floor as we transform the massive Wonder of the Seas into an immersive electronic playground. You can race down the Ultimate Abyss (the tallest cruise slides on sea), test your skills on the FlowRider surf simulator, or zip-line nine decks above the crowd. For those seeking a moment of zen: the Whet Oasis offers yoga and sound healing, while the Solarium provides a tranquil escape of panoramic ocean views.
What truly sets this journey apart, is the unparalleled artist interaction, the line between artist and fans disappear. This year’s sailing features over 60 artist-hosted activities that let you connect with your favorite DJs. From playing Dodgeball with Ayybo, entering a Mario Kart tournament with Linska or spicing up your dinner plans with Joshwa and Ranger Trucco at Izumi! Finding your flow in a HIIT workout class with Blossom or wine tasting with Anthony Attalla, these moments are what truly unifies us ‘captains’ during our journey on the seas.
A Tropical Destination & Artist Adventures
The journey leads us to the sun-drenched shores of Nassau, Bahamas. But this isn’t your average port stop; it’s an extension of the festival itself. Captains can dive into exclusive artist-hosted excursions that turn a standard vacation into a core memory. Imagine swimming with the famous Bahamian pigs alongside Blossom, snorkeling vibrant coral reefs with The Sponges, join a sea lion encounter with Sabai or embarking on a Rum Runners pub crawl with Luci. Whether you’re dancing at the legendary destination beach party or exploring the island on your own, Nassau offers the perfect blend of high-energy raving and island relaxation.
Express Yourself: Day & Night Theme Days
Get your sequins and costumes ready, because the legendary theme days are where the Groove Cruise fashion truly takes center stage. With themes changing twice a day, your suitcase will be filled to reinvent your cruise style from sun-up to sun-down. Start the voyage by showing your roots with Represent, then transform into aquatic-royalty for Crowns&Corsets at night. Moving into day 2, get creative and dress up as your favorite foods and snacks before falling Down the Rabbit Hole for a psychedelic wonderland evening! On day 3 we wake up in paradise so match the Bahamian waters in Turquoise Temptation followed by the dark vibes of Midnight Seduction. Final day is the best day to release your Animal Instincts before we close out the journey glowing in the cosmic Shimmerverse!
Groove Cruise is more than just a getaway; it is a transformative experience where the music never stops and our love for music and community grows along the ocean. While we count down the days until we set sail this month, the energy is already shifting towards the next voyage for Groove Cruise 2027! Setting sail from Miami to the stunning private paradise of Labadee from January 7-11, tickets are on sale now!
See you babes on deck! ⚓️✨