09/08/2026
🎃🚢 What to Pack for Halloween on the High Seas
Heading out on a Halloween on the High Seas cruise? 👻🛳️
Packing for a Disney cruise is a little different from packing for a regular vacation, and adding Halloween into the mix means there are a few things you definitely don’t want to forget!
Here are some of my must-pack items:
🎃 Your Halloween costume!
Whether you’re going all-out or keeping it simple with a festive shirt, ears, or DisneyBound, bring something fun! And remember—comfort matters. You’ll probably be wearing it for several hours.
👻 Costumes for the kids
If your kids love dressing up, let them have fun with it! Just keep the weather and comfort in mind. 😂
👜 Your embarkation day bag
This is a BIG one! Your checked luggage will not be at your stateroom right away, so pack a small bag with the things you’ll want access to that afternoon.
I recommend including:
* 👕 A change of clothes — especially if you’re planning to hit the pool!
* 🥤 Empty refillable water bottles — fill them once you’re onboard.
* 📱 Phone charger
* 💊 Any medications you need
* 🧴 Sunscreen
* 🩱 Swimsuit
* 📄 Anything important you don’t want in your checked luggage
Basically, think: “What would I be annoyed to not have for the first several hours?” Put those things in your embarkation bag!
🧴 Skip packing the basic toiletries!
Disney Cruise Line provides shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in your stateroom—and they’re actually favorites of mine! Unless you have specific products you prefer or need, that’s three things you can leave at home.
☀️ Pack for warm weather!
It’s Halloween, but you’re still cruising somewhere warm! Don’t forget sunscreen, sunglasses, swimsuits, sandals, and lightweight clothing.
📱 Download the Navigator app
Once you’re onboard, this is your go-to for checking activities, schedules, dining information, and everything happening around the ship.
🎃 Bring a little Halloween magic!
Halloween pajamas, festive ears, family shirts, or a small stateroom decoration can make the trip even more fun without taking up much suitcase space.
And remember: you don’t need to pack everything! Disney Cruise Line provides quite a few things onboard, so save that suitcase space for souvenirs. 😉 Ask your agent for a detailed list 🧡
If you’ve sailed Halloween on the High Seas, what’s one thing you’re SO glad you packed? Or something you wish you’d left at home? 👇🎃🚢