# Ocean Liner Halloween Events Disney Cruise Line's 'Halloween on the High Seas' Targets Families By Jana Pijak | Published 2017-09-07 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-event References: [disneycruise.disney.go](https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/halloween-on-the-high-seas/?INS-intDCLtoDCL-Halloween) & [attractionsmagazine](http://attractionsmagazine.com/disney-cruise-line-halloween/) [Disney Cruise Line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-treasure) is known for its family-friendly on-board experiences -- ranging from sci-fi inspired festivals to princess-themed tea parties -- and its annual Halloween event is no exception. Celebrating everyone's favorite fall holiday, 'Halloween on the High Seas' invites families aboard Disney Cruise Line ships to experience a party that the whole family can enjoy. In addition to themed decor, food, and activities, the Halloween event also features costumed staff that are dressed in character-inspired garb. The festivities include live performances, surprise guests, and even [trick-or-treating sessions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualformat-event) for the event's younger attendees. With more young families seeking travel experiences to remember, [traditional hospitality brands like cruiseliners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legend-of-the-seas) are ensuring their on-board itinerary revolves around more interactive and experiential components -- something Disney masters with this holiday-themed event. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Family-friendly Cruise Ship Events:** Cruise lines are hosting family-friendly events on board, creating interactive and experiential components. - **Themed Holiday Parties:** Holiday-specific events are becoming more popular on cruise ships, offering themed decor, food, and activities. - **Character-inspired Staff:** Costumed staff dressed as characters are adding to the immersive experience on board cruise ships. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Traditional hospitality brands like cruiseliners are incorporating interactive and experiential components to attract more young families. - **Travel:** The travel industry is offering themed holiday events on cruise ships to enhance the overall experience for passengers. - **Entertainment:** Cruiseliners are hiring costumed staff and surprise guests to provide live performances and an immersive entertainment experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holiday-Themed Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holidaythemed-dining-experiences.md) - [Adventure-Themed Cruises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-treasure.md) - [Halloween-Themed Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-halloween-jewelry.md) - [Oceanic Family Activity Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camp-at-sea-program.md) - [Spooky Soft Serve Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-dole-whip.md) - [Entertainment-Focused Cruise Ships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-celebration.md) - [Family-Friendly Halloween Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-trading.md) - [Halloween-Themed Bowling Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-boowling-spooktacular.md) - [Globalized Spooky Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spooky-adventures.md)