Royal Caribbean Details Family Events on Icon of the Seas

Royal Caribbean has announced some of the kids, teens, and family-centered experiences that will be found on its upcoming ship Icon of the Seas.

family festival surfside neighborhood icon of the seas — Family Festival (Rendering courtesy of Royal Caribbean)

For the first time, the line will have a new position on board called Admiral Awesome, who will be in charge of the ship’s family events and activities.

Young Families

The ship’s family-focused neighborhood, Surfside, will be home to these events and activities:

The Family Festival, a celebration with live music, dancing, and supersized games like bowling, ring toss, darts, and more
The Big Shark Block Party, a dance party with Admiral Awesome and friends that will feature themed mashups and classics like Baby Shark and Baby Beluga
Steel Pan Family Jam — instructional instruments and kid-friendly sheet music will have everyone in the family playing tropical tunes in no time
Once Upon a Bedtime Story — new readings of original bedtime stories narrated by Admiral Awesome

big shark block party icon of the seas — Big Shark Block Party (Rendering courtesy of Royal Caribbean)

steel pan drum surfside icon of the seas — (Rendering courtesy of Royal Caribbean)

Older Kids, Teens, and Adults

Amenities and spaces that are perfect for older kids and teenagers on Icon of the Seas include:

Social 020: a hidden teens-only hangout with video games, music, movies, and lounging
Category 6 in Thrill Island: the largest waterpark at sea and home to six slides
Lost Dunes mini golf
Rock Climbing
FlowRider surfing simulator
Laser Tag: The Fight for Atlantis
The Royal Escape Room
Absolute Zero ice skating rink