Halestorm, Knocked Loose, Motionless In White and More Announced for ShipRocked ’26

Sporting a new Greek mythology theme and a boat full of booked artists, the organizers behind next year’s ShipRocked, one of the biggest annual rock and metal cruises, revealed exactly who will be playing aboard the Carnival Horizon early next year.

Slated to set sail from Miami on January 25, 2026 with a stop at Half Moon Cay, Celebration Key — Carnival’s soon to be opened private cruise port on the island of Grand Bahama — on their way to Nassau in The Bahamas, the week-long journey will feature some big bands and endless fun for everyone on board.

Speaking of the excitement surrounding next year’s cruise, ShipRocked producer and creator Alan Koenig of ASK4 Entertainment said fans should be pumped for what’s coming.

“As we prepare for the epic 16th sailing of ShipRocked, celebrating the ancient Greek gods of the sky, sea, travel, food, wine, music, and more, we are beyond excited to Rock Hard and Vacation Harder with an incredible lineup of music artists–who are all gods in our eyes!”

More than 25 bands will be on board and playing for everyone on the ship. Though most of the performances will take place while the vessel is en route to its destinations, Halestorm will have the unique privilege of playing a special set just before the ship departs Miami. Following that performance, the cruise will feature sets by the following bands:

In addition to the various shows that’ll take place throughout the week, the cruise will also feature some fun activities as well, including the ShipRocked blackjack tournament, a dodgeball tournament, live band karaoke, singles mixers, trivia contests and morning yoga.

Staterooms for next year’s cruise are almost completely sold out, so if you want to book yours, head over to the ShipRocked official website to make sure you’re on the manifest.