Celebrate American’s Independence in Style
Celebrate an All-American 4th of July aboard the historic maritime landmark – The Queen Mary. Choose your favorite era of Independence to salute or stroll from decade to decade with the entire ship as your playground.
Listen to live music, learn your favorite American jig, and lounge all day enjoying family friendly activities. With a giant fireworks extravaganza and unforgettable family fun, 4th of July aboard the Queen Mary (12 – 11PM) is the ultimate Southern California tradition. I will be attending this year’s Queen Mary 4th of July celebration with my kids, all opinions are my own.
Active Military Personnel Admitted Free
Guests arrive to a 1910 Old Fair-style welcome with carnival games and are ushered into 104 years of American history, represented throughout the ship. On-board entertainment will span the ages: the Roaring 20’s Gatsby Buffet kicks things off in the elegant Grand salon, complete with jazz while ‘flappers’ take to the dance floor. A Royal Speakeasy will combine live jazz with period cabaret; juke box favorites, Lindy Hoppers and Hula Hooping bring back the tail-fin days of the Fabulous 50’s; and a Beatles celebration featuring Abbey Road tribute band marks the decade that changed everything. The Queen’s Salon’s Studio 54, a boogie land brought to life by The Disco Kings will make even the most dated polyester suit hip again. SoCal’s reigning “Best Live Band” – Robert John and The Wreck – The MVP’s and DJ Dennis Owens complete the entertainment line-up.
Photo Credit: The Queen Mary
So Much Family Fun!
Shipboard family-friendly activities include vintage carnival games, Day Glow Arcade featuring Mrs. Pac Man, Donkey Kong, Air Hockey, giant Connect 4 and more! Vintage radio show re-enactments, laser tag, magic shows and Y2K Sci Fi Parlor ensure that everyone from age eight to eighty eight will be entertained all day long. The Queen Mary decks will fill with daylong dancing, strolling live performers and other holiday fun; at dusk they become Long Beach’s premier viewing location for the spectacular Queen Mary fireworks display routinely ranked as one of the best places to watch fireworks in the Southland.
All-American Food?!
All-American themed dining menus will be featured at all Queen Mary’s eateries. From casual fare at the Promenade Café to themed stations throughout the ship, to fine dining at Sir Winston’s, visitors can expect much more than hot dogs or a backyard burger.
Schedule of Events
There’s something for everyone!
1910’s – Old Time Fayre featuring vintage carnival games & activities (Wharf)
1920’s – Gatsby Buffet featuring Flappers and Jazz $39.95/pp (Grand Salon)
1930’s – Royal Speak Easy featuring Live Jazz & Cabaret (Royal Salon)
1940’s – VIP USO Tour featuring Wartime Armed Forces Radio Shows & Entertainment (Capstan Deck: VIP Only)
1950’s – VIP Mary’s Soda Hop featuring nostalgic Juke Box Favorites, Lindy Hoppers, Hula Hooping & More (Britannia Deck: VIP Only)
1960’s – Back to the Beach Bash featuring Abbey Road Beatles Tribute & Elvis Presley Tribute (Britannia Salon)
1970’s – Studio 54 featuring Disco Kings & Special Guests (Queen’s Salon)
1980’s – Day Glow Arcade featuring Mrs. Pac Man, Donkey Kong, Pole Position, Centipede, Air Hockey, & Giant Connect 4 (Exhibit Hall)
1990’s – Raver’s Rage featuring Laser Tag (Exhibit Hall)
2000’s – Y2K Sci Fi Parlor featuring Parlor Magic, Sci Fi Adventure Pics, Potions Bar, and Candy Shop featuring a tribute to the Confection Queen, Katy Perry (Verandah Grill & Deck)
2010’s – MyFM Social Media Lounge & Digital Deck featuring Xbox 360, Wii Connect, Video DJ Dance Party (Sports Deck: VIP Only)
Ticket & Parking Information
• All-American General Admission Pass: $39.99 (until July 3 – $45 day of the event)
• All-American Child Pass (4-11): $19.99 (until July 3 – $25 day of the event) Children 3 and under are free
• VIP Patriot Pass: $59.99 (until July 3 – $65 day of the event) – Includes exclusive access to the Red, White and Blue VIP Decks and $5 off commemorative photo.
• Salute the Troops Pass: FREE – Active Duty Military/Military in Uniform with Military ID at the Door Only. Also $5 off general admission for Military Veterans with proof of service at the box office.
• Parking: $20
Fourth of July Aboard The Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway
Long Beach, CA 90802
(877) 342-0738
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