Update: Disney Believe Weddings Are Now Officially Bookable
Updated October 26, 2026: Disney Cruise Line is preparing to launch another magical wedding destination at sea. Beginning February 3, 2028, couples will be able to hold weddings and vow renewals aboard the new Disney Believe—and the ceremony setting sounds spectacular.
As someone who had a Disney Fairy Tale Wedding, I can’t help feeling a little envious. I genuinely wish an experience like this had been available when I had my Disney wedding. Exchanging vows inside a Moana-inspired Grand Hall before sailing through the Caribbean would have been an incredible option to consider.
Here’s what Disney has confirmed about Disney Believe weddings, what remains unknown and what interested couples should do now.
Weddings Are Coming to the Disney Believe
Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings announced the new wedding offering on October 15, 2026.
Disney Believe sailings opened for general booking on October 19, which means couples can now begin the process of reserving a wedding or vow renewal aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship.
Although Disney Believe begins sailing on December 18, 2027, weddings in its beautiful Moana-inspired Grand Hall will not begin until February 3, 2028. The venue can accommodate up to 40 guests, making it an exciting option for couples who want an intimate cruise wedding without limiting the celebration to only a handful of loved ones. Combining the magic of a Disney wedding with a voyage aboard a brand-new Disney Cruise Line ship sounds incredibly special—especially in a setting inspired by Moana.
Depending on the selected itinerary, a sailing may include a visit to one or both of Disney Cruise Line’s private island destinations:
- Disney Castaway Cay
- Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
That makes a Disney Believe wedding much more than a single ceremony. It can become a complete vacation shared with family and friends.
Read Disney’s official wedding announcement
The Grand Hall Will Be the Wedding Venue
The Grand Hall will serve as the Disney Believe’s principal wedding and vow-renewal venue.
Disney has not yet released all the wedding-specific details, but the space is expected to provide a grand, ocean-inspired backdrop with design elements connected to Moana. For couples who love the film’s messages about family, exploration and finding your own path, it could be one of Disney Cruise Line’s most meaningful ceremony settings.
It also offers an indoor alternative to a traditional beach or outdoor cruise wedding. That can be especially appealing to couples concerned about heat, wind or changing weather.
Disney has not yet confirmed the Grand Hall’s wedding capacity, ceremony schedule or exact décor configuration.
When Can Couples Book a Disney Believe Wedding?
Disney Believe sailings opened for general booking on October 19, which means couples can now begin the process of reserving a wedding or vow renewal aboard Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship.
Although Disney Believe begins sailing on December 18, 2027, weddings in its beautiful Moana-inspired Grand Hall will not begin until February 3, 2028. The venue can accommodate up to 40 guests, making it an exciting option for couples who want an intimate cruise wedding without limiting the celebration to only a handful of loved ones.
The process should generally look like this:
- Select an eligible Disney Believe itinerary.
- Reserve the couple’s cruise accommodations.
- Contact Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings.
- Confirm that wedding availability remains for that sailing.
- Add the appropriate wedding or vow-renewal package to the cruise reservation.
Disney can accommodate only a limited number of celebrations on each voyage. A cruise reservation alone does not guarantee that a wedding time will be available.
Couples interested in an early 2028 ceremony should contact Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings promptly after reserving their sailing. They should also confirm wedding availability before encouraging a large group of guests to make nonrefundable travel arrangements.
How Much Will a Disney Believe Wedding Cost?
Weddings and vow renewals in the Grand Hall start at $5,000. The announced experience includes:
- An onboard wedding coordinator
- Personal fresh floral for the couple
- An officiant
- A solo pianist
- Wedding cake and Champagne
- A complimentary meal for the couple at Palo
- Steaming of the couple’s wedding attire
The package price includes the couple and up to 16 guests. Guests age three and older beyond that allowance currently cost $20 per person, subject to the venue’s capacity.
It is important to remember that the $5,000 starting price does not include cruise fares for the couple or their guests. Taxes, gratuities, optional enhancements and other applicable charges may also be additional.
Couples planning a larger celebration should also confirm whether the Grand Hall’s stated 40-guest capacity includes the bride and groom. Disney’s published information does not make that distinction completely clear, and outside vendors may count toward the guest total.
Deposit and Payment Details
After reserving the cruise, couples can request an available wedding package. Disney currently states that the wedding package requires a refundable deposit equal to 10% of its price. This is separate from the deposit required for the cruise reservation.
The remaining wedding-package balance is generally due 90 to 120 days before sailing, depending on the length of the voyage.
With bookings now open and ceremony availability limited on each sailing, couples dreaming of being among the first to marry aboard Disney Believe should not wait until the ship’s launch to start planning.
For the latest details, visit Disney’s official pages for Disney Believe weddings, Disney Cruise wedding pricing and cruise-wedding frequently asked questions. Prices, inclusions and availability remain subject to change.
Remember: The Cruise Fare Is Separate
The ceremony package does not include the couple’s cruise reservation. Guests must also reserve and pay for their own accommodations if they plan to attend.
A realistic Disney Believe wedding budget may need to include:
- The wedding or vow-renewal package
- The couple’s cruise fare
- Guest cruise accommodations
- Flights or transportation to Fort Lauderdale
- A pre-cruise hotel stay
- Taxes, port fees and gratuities
- Additional floral, food or beverage options
- Photography or videography
- Hair and makeup
- Additional-guest charges
- Wedding attire and travel expenses
This makes the advertised ceremony-package price only one part of the overall budget.
Couples should also consider whether they will pay for any portion of their guests’ cruise fares or travel costs. Although that is not required, it can become a major budget decision for a destination wedding at sea.
Questions Couples Should Ask Disney
Until Disney releases a dedicated Disney Believe wedding package, prospective couples should request written answers to several important questions:
- Which Disney Believe sailings are eligible for weddings?
- What is the Grand Hall’s wedding-package price?
- How many guests can the venue accommodate?
- What services are included?
- What deposit is required?
- Is the wedding deposit refundable or transferable?
- When will the ceremony date, time and location be confirmed?
- Are photography packages available?
- Can couples bring outside photographers or other vendors?
- What happens if Disney changes the itinerary?
- Do holiday or high-demand sailings carry higher prices?
- What expenses do not count toward the package price?
Disney Cruise Line traditionally confirms ceremony locations and times closer to the departure date. Couples should ask how that policy will apply aboard the Disney Believe before making plans around a particular time or setting.
Why This Announcement Matters
The Disney Believe gives couples another way to combine a Disney wedding with a shared vacation. Instead of asking guests to travel for one ceremony and reception, couples can spend several days enjoying dining, entertainment, ports of call and time together at sea.
The Grand Hall may be particularly attractive to couples who want an immersive Disney setting without holding their ceremony inside a theme park.
For me, the announcement also brings back wonderful memories of my own Disney wedding. Our celebration was a true fairy tale, and I wouldn’t trade those memories for anything. Still, I have to admit that I wish a Disney Believe wedding had been available back then. A Moana-inspired ceremony followed by a Caribbean cruise sounds like an unforgettable way to begin a new adventure together.
For couples planning a wedding in 2028 or beyond, this new option deserves a place near the top of the Disney wedding wish list.
What Has Not Been Announced Yet
Several important details remain unavailable:
- Package-specific inclusions
- Eligible wedding dates and itineraries
- Ceremony times
- Deposit and cancellation terms
- Floral and décor selections
- Photography options
Couples should treat unofficial prices or package descriptions cautiously until Disney publishes details specifically for the Disney Believe.
We’ll continue following the announcement and update this information when Disney releases more official pricing, capacity and further package details.
