What Is Scarlet Night on Virgin Voyages? (2026 Theme Nights Guide)
Current as of September 14, 2026 · By Cameron DeJong · CamJon Travel
What is Scarlet Night?
Scarlet Night is the Sailor event people mean when they say Virgin Voyages has a signature party. Official Ahoy language calls it a full-ship activation: pop-ups, flash mobs, secret bars, karaoke, shadow performances, pool parties, and high-energy beats. It is immersive theatre and nightlife at once, not a formal night or a ticketed show.
Creative roots official VV names: collaboration with Randy Weiner (Sleep No More) and nightlife concepts at The Manor. You do not need that backstory to enjoy it. Follow the Happenings Cast and the Sailor App.
Is there a Scarlet Night dress code?
No enforced code. Official Virgin Voyages FAQ: Keep it Red is encouraged, whether head-to-toe or a subtle splash, and there are no dress-code rules. A Glam Station often helps Sailors go red. Pack something scarlet if you want to play along. Showing up in black will not get you turned away.
| Item | Needed? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Something red | Encouraged | Outfit, shoes, lipstick, or a splash |
| Formalwear | No | Not a black-tie night |
| Comfortable shoes | Yes | Decks 6 and 7, then often the pool |
| Glam Station | Optional | Official pop-up help going red |
When does Scarlet Night happen?
It is on every sailing, once per voyage. The night of the voyage is not fixed on official pages. Confirm in the Sailor App under Discover > Lineup.
Official Ahoy typical flow (voyage-variable):
- Myth storytelling around 8 PM at the Roundabout
- Opening around 9 PM at the Roundabout (toast / theme song)
- Activations on Decks 6 and 7
- Octopus Garden in the Red Room
- Pool party on Deck 15 (weather pending)
- After party at The Manor
We are not publishing a Caribbean-blog 10:00 to 10:30 PM start, fire dancers, or aerial acts as standing official features. Those are not on the official Scarlet pages we checked.
What about PJ Party?
PJ Party is the other official theme event Virgin Voyages names alongside Scarlet Night. Official entertainment pages: the dress code is comfort. Cozy PJs, zany PJs, and onesies are welcome. It often lands early in the voyage, but treat time and location as app-confirmed, not a guarantee.
Other ship parties (80s nights, Studio 72, We Fancy, and so on) rotate by hull and Lineup. Treat them as examples, not a permanent fleet calendar.
Drinks during Scarlet are still Bar Tab or pay as you go. There is no unlimited drinks package. See the Bar Tab explainer. For gratuities and fare inclusions, start with is Virgin Voyages all inclusive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarlet Night on Virgin Voyages?
Scarlet Night is Virgin Voyages’ signature shipwide red celebration. Official pages describe a full-ship activation with pop-ups, flash mobs, secret bars, karaoke, shadow performances, a pool party, and high-energy beats. Exact times and locations are in the Sailor App Lineup.
Is there a Scarlet Night dress code?
No enforced dress code. Official Virgin Voyages guidance: Keep it Red is encouraged, from head-to-toe to a subtle splash. There are no dress-code rules. A Glam Station often helps Sailors go red.
What is the Virgin Voyages PJ Party?
PJ Party is Virgin Voyages’ pajama night. Official entertainment pages welcome cozy PJs, zany PJs, and onesies. Dressing up is encouraged, not required. Check the Sailor App for time and location on your voyage.
When does Scarlet Night start?
It varies by sailing. Official Ahoy guidance typically lists Myth storytelling around 8 PM at the Roundabout and Opening around 9 PM, then Decks 6 and 7 activations and a Deck 15 pool finale (weather pending). Confirm your voyage in the Sailor App.
Is Scarlet Night included in the fare?
Yes. Scarlet Night is part of the included entertainment immersion, not a ticketed upsell. Premium drinks are still Bar Tab or pay as you go.
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About the Author
Cameron DeJong
Cameron DeJong is the Managing Partner of CamJon Travel and a recognized leader in the cruise industry, officially named a Top 100 First Mate in North America for Virgin Voyages in 2025. His expertise is built on a foundation of professional rigor; he is a Certified Travel Associate (CTA) through The Travel Institute and a member in good standing of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). This dedication to professional standards is transparent and verifiable. His CLIA affiliation can be confirmed using Personal ID #00303911 on the official CLIA verification portal.
These credentials anchor his specialized focus on Virgin Voyages. As a Top 100 First Mate in North America for 2025, Cameron brings knowledgeable, firsthand guidance to every Sailor. Having been a specialist since the cruise line's inaugural voyage in 2021, he possesses an unparalleled understanding of every ship, Sailor Loot strategy, and itinerary nuance. Through expert planning and in-depth articles, Cameron leverages this comprehensive knowledge to ensure every traveler's voyage is seamless, informed, and absolutely brilliant.