LONG BEACH, CA — The Queen Mary's Summer Series returns this June to Long Beach, featuring several unique experiences aboard the historic boat and along the shoreline.
“We’re thrilled to welcome guests back aboard for another summer filled with fun, new experiences, and unforgettable moments,” Steve Caloca, managing director of the Queen Mary, said in a statement in April. “We’re bringing back fan favorites, introducing exciting new offerings, and have packed the calendar with something for everyone — from families and history buffs to date-night seekers and music lovers."
The series kicks off next month with the fan favorite Margaritas on the Mary, offering themed evenings each Friday with a scenic ocean view from the ship's bow, according to Queen Mary officials.
Guests can enjoy happy hour on Tuesday with live music and dance lessons, or belt out their favorite songs during karaoke on Wednesday as part of the Meet Me at the Mary series at the Observation Bar, according to Queen Mary officials in a statement.
The Queen Mary will also host movie night markets, featuring films such as The Shining, The Goonies and Ratatouille. There will also be a murder mystery dinner show, the Daytrip music festival and a Fourth of July fireworks celebration.
Here is the full schedule:
Margaritas on the Mary — Every Friday from June 6 to Aug. 29
Meet Me at the Mary — Every Tuesday, starting on June 10, will feature live music and drink specials at the Observation Bar. Every Wednesday will be Karaoke Night, starting on June 11.
Movie Night Markets — A once-a-month air night market starting on Friday, June 13, with a showing of The Shining. The market will feature local vendors, food trucks and a beer garden. The Goonies showing will be on Wednesday, July 16, while Ratatouille will be played on Wednesday, Aug. 6.
Murder Mystery Dinner — Step back into the 1930s with this interactive musical comedy dinner on Saturday, June 28.
Day Trip — The popular electronic music festival taking place from June will be headlined by Tiësto from Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, June 22.
All-American 4th of July Celebration — The Queen Mary's Fourth of July Celebration will feature a full day of festivities and themed entertainment before ending with a firework show over the Long Beach shoreline.
To see what else is "on deck" at the Queen Mary or buy tickets for some of the events, click here.
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