Virgin Voyages' Eat & Drink Festival Sets Sail Sept 2026
VV is bringing back its foodie celebration for a fifth year in September 2026, and this time it’s expanding on all fronts.
What’s New for 2026:
Brilliant Lady joins the lineup with Scarlet, Valiant, and Resilient Lady.
Festival itineraries now reach Alaska & California, Greece & Rome, the Caribbean, and Iceland, Greenland & Scotland. (SEE SAILINGS BELOW)
Fresh menus, longer sailings, and events unique to each ship.
Festival Highlights
Fleet-wide events have included past favorites like curated multi-course dinners, mixology workshops, cocktail treasure hunts, and The Galley transformed into a global tasting hall.
Guest chefs & beverage experts — prior years have featured Michelin-starred names, cookbook authors, TV personalities, and mixologists from Miami, Barcelona, and beyond.
Hands-on experiences such as chocolate-making, guacamole prep, wine-tasting classes, and creative twists on classics like the Negroni.
Vegan-friendly menus, fresh-ingredient cocktails, and plenty of surprises to keep even die-hard carnivores coming back for seconds.
Why It’s Worth Watching
Virgin has picked up major awards for its dining over the past few years, so this is a chance to see that reputation dialed up with special programming, exclusive dishes, and chef appearances.
Pro Tip: Booking early usually means better cabin selection, lower fares, and access to current offers — and festival events tend to fill up quickly once you’re onboard.
EXPLORE THE SAILINGS:
Valiant Lady: Iceland, Greenland, NY
Brilliant Lady: Alaska and California
Got questions?
Get in touch or start exploring!