Celebrity’s youth program is called Camp at Sea (for ages 3–12) plus a dedicated Teen Club (ages 13–17). It’s designed to be fun + structured, with age-based groups, trained youth staff, and a schedule that changes by sailing. (Celebrity Cruises)
Best for: little cruisers who love crafts, music, and gentle play with structure
What to expect:
Kids must be fully potty trained (no diapers/pull-ups) to participate (Celebrity Cruises)
Supervised group activities, social play, and creative stations like the Creation Station (Celebrity Cruises)
Common activities:
Arts & crafts, simple games, sing-alongs, themed activities (Celebrity Cruises)
Best for: curious kids who want hands-on fun and “adventure” style activities
What to expect:
More active programming and lots of group energy
Nautical-themed learning (like basics of sailing) and venue-based activities around the ship (Celebrity Cruises)
Common activities:
Lawn Club-style games (on ships that have it), campouts, movie nights, group challenges (Celebrity Cruises)
Best for: independent kids who want freedom + bigger-kid events
What to expect:
More independence and “big kid” programming (Celebrity Cruises)
They can participate in scavenger hunts, STEM, and competitive games/tournaments (Celebrity Cruises)
Common activities:
STEM sessions, sports, gaming tournaments, team competitions (Celebrity Cruises)
Best for: teens who want their own space (and zero “little kid” vibes)
What to expect:
A dedicated teen hangout where they can come and go (Celebrity Cruises)
Teen-focused events designed around socializing and friendly competition (Celebrity Cruises)
Common activities:
Silent disco, sports competitions, video game tournaments, teen parties (and sometimes culinary-style activities/classes) (Celebrity Cruises)
Celebrity describes Camp at Sea as highly customizable, with 500+ activities that vary sailing to sailing. (Celebrity Cruises)
You’ll commonly see programming organized into themes like:
S.T.E.M. (science/tech exploration; topics may include marine wildlife, conservation, nautical exploration) (Celebrity Cruises)
Note: Celebrity’s STEM partnership with Frost Science Museum is listed as available on Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Edge. (Celebrity Cruises)
Art / Creation Station (painting, collaging, creative keepsakes) (Celebrity Cruises)
Recreation (team games, challenges, active play) (Celebrity Cruises)
Culinary (kid-friendly foodie activities) (Celebrity Cruises)
Camp at Sea: 9:00am–10:00pm (Celebrity Cruises)
Night Slumber Party: 10:00pm–1:00am (sign-up required) (Celebrity Cruises)
Camp at Sea lists complimentary program hours as:
9:00am–12:00pm
2:00pm–5:00pm
7:00pm–10:00pm
(Excludes embarkation and debarkation day.) (Celebrity Cruises)
Celebrity also lists optional “passes” (each includes a meal at Oceanview Café):
Breakfast Pass: 7:00am–9:00am
Lunch Pass: 12:00pm–2:00pm
Dinner Pass: 5:00pm–7:00pm
Slumber Party Pass: 10:00pm–1:00am
(Excludes embarkation and debarkation day.) (Celebrity Cruises)
Tip: Exact programming (what’s offered when) can vary by ship and sailing—check the daily schedule once onboard.
Celebrity’s policy for coming/going is:
Ages 3–9: must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian (Celebrity Cruises)
Ages 10–12: can come and go, but must sign themselves in/out (Celebrity Cruises)
Ages 13–17: may come and go as they please (Celebrity Cruises)
Also:
Kids programming is for ages 3–17, and kids must be fully potty trained to participate. (Celebrity Cruises)
Camp at Sea activities are listed for ages 3–17. (Celebrity Cruises)
Celebrity notes infants must be at least 6 months old to sail (and on some itineraries, 12 months). (Celebrity Cruises)
If you’re traveling with a child under 3, plan for more “family together time” (and ask onboard about any limited nursery/toddler options on your ship, since these can vary).
Here’s how it usually feels for families:
Your first day: you’ll locate Camp at Sea / Teen Club, get oriented, and learn the schedule.
During the cruise: you’ll see structured sessions, themed days, and different activity “tracks” (art, STEM, games, etc.). (Celebrity Cruises)
Evenings: prime time for parents—Camp at Sea runs into the evening and offers late-night options like the Slumber Party. (Celebrity Cruises)
