How many formal nights on a Royal Caribbean cruise?

In:
05 Dec 2019
By: 
Matt Hochberg

You might be wondering how many formal nights there are going to be on your Royal Caribbean cruise. Part of planning a Royal Caribbean cruise is being prepared for the different activities and events onboard, including formal nights. 

On select evenings of a Royal Caribbean cruise, the dress code in the main dining room is a little bit fancier, with the cruise line encouraging guests to dress their best. 

There are anywhere from 1-4 formal nights during a Royal Caribbean cruise, and the exact number depends on the length of your itinerary.

  • 3-5 night cruises: one formal night, usually on day 2.
  • 6-10 night cruises: two formal nights.
  • 11-14 night cruises: three formal nights, Days vary by ship and sailing.
  • 15+ night cruises: Three or four formal nights, Days and number vary by ship and sailing.

Matt started Royal Caribbean Blog in 2010 as a place to share his passion for all things Royal Caribbean with readers. He oversees all the writers at Royal Caribbean Blog, and writes a great deal of content on a daily basis.  He has become one of the foremost experts on a Royal Caribbean cruise.

Over the years, he has reached Pinnacle Club status with Royal Caribbean's customer loyalty program.

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