From one historic milestone to the next, the Queen Mary has plenty to celebrate! On Wednesday, December 9, 2026, the legendary ocean liner will host its annual State of the Queen Mary Anniversary Dinner, bringing a memorable year commemorating the 90th anniversary of her maiden voyage to a close while officially kicking off a year-long celebration of the 60th anniversary of her arrival in Long Beach in 2027. The elegant evening will honor the ship's remarkable past, celebrate her enduring legacy and offer guests a glimpse of the exciting year ahead.
“As we close out an extraordinary year celebrating 90 years since the Queen Mary's maiden voyage, we're already looking ahead to another historic milestone,” said Steve Caloca, managing director of the Queen Mary. “What makes these celebrations so special is the opportunity to bring together the people who have helped shape the ship's story, from longtime supporters and community partners to guests experiencing her for the first time. We're looking forward to sharing what's ahead for 2027 and creating even more memorable experiences for generations to come.”
Held in the ship's magnificent Queen's Salon, originally the First-Class Main Lounge, the black-tie celebration will transport guests to the golden age of ocean travel. Featuring three golden onyx fireplaces and exquisite original artwork, the historic space once welcomed first-class passengers for entertainment and social gatherings. Guests will enjoy an elegant dining experience, live entertainment and special remarks highlighting the ship's accomplishments and plans for the year ahead.
Guests are invited to dress in black-tie attire and take part in this special evening as the Queen Mary begins the countdown to one of the most significant anniversaries in her Long Beach history. Beginning at 5 p.m., the evening will feature a champagne toast, an elegant three-course dinner, live entertainment and special remarks from Queen Mary leadership and community partners reflecting on the ship’s storied past and exciting future. Attendees will also enjoy a look back at recent milestones, a preview of what's ahead for 2027 and the special unveiling of a historic artifact. Tickets are $110 per person, and the event is reserved for guests ages 21 and older.
Since arriving in Long Beach in 1967, the Queen Mary has become a beloved landmark and an enduring part of the city's identity, welcoming generations of visitors while preserving her extraordinary maritime heritage. As the ship approaches 60 years in her longtime home, 2027 will be a year of celebration, honoring the people, memories and milestones that have shaped her legacy while looking ahead to the next chapter of her story.
Caloca adds, “From her maiden voyage across the Atlantic to her final voyage that brought her to Long Beach, both milestone anniversaries remind us just how extraordinary her journey has been and how fortunate we are to be part of her continuing story.”
Tickets for the dinner, along with more information on the new exhibit, membership program, and Adopt a Rivet initiative, are available on the Queen Mary’s official website. For more information on the Queen Mary, visit www.queenmary.com, or connect on social at @TheQueenMary.
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