From the Disney Parks Blog and written by: Ashley Long
Ahoy, Mateys! Without a doubt, Pirate Night is one of the most popular events aboard a Disney cruise. This swashbuckling celebration is filled with exciting activities for the entire family, including a buccaneer-style feast, family game shows and special entertainment.
In today’s “#DisneyCruiseLife at Home” we are going to share tips and tricks to turn your “homeport” into a fun-filled pirate ship. So, assemble your crew and get ready to chart course towards adventure with your very own “Pirates IN the Caribbean” party.
![Daisy, Mickey Minnie and Goofy during Pirate Night on Disney Cruise Line](/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/aplfm46946721-1024x682.jpg)
1. What be ye Goin’ to Wear? Head to your closet and grab your boots, pants and your favorite striped shirt (preferably one with black, red or navy stripes) for a rugged swashbuckler look. You can also step it up a notch with a flowy white top, dark vest and pirate hat. If you would like to add a cool accessory to your pirate-inspired wardrobe, here are the instructions to create your very own pirate bandana, courtesy of our crafty friends at Disney Family.
![Kids on pirate night and a pirate bandana](/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/aplfm46946722.jpg)
2. To the Galley! Our Pirates IN the Caribbean event celebrates “a pirate’s life” in our restaurants with a special menu featuring Caribbean-inspired specialties. You can get into the buccaneer spirit and bring a taste of the islands to your house with these mouthwatering Guava Glazed Barbecue Ribs. Just click here to download the recipe.
![Guava Glazed Barbecue Ribs from Disney Cruise Line](/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/aplfm46946723-1024x682.jpg)
3. Mermaids Tales! You best be wary of the summoning tune of a mermaid song! Here is a way to pay tribute to these alluring mythical creatures with a batch of yummy and whimsical mermaid tail cookies from our swashbuckling friends at Disney Family.
![mermaid tail cookies](/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/aplfm46946724.jpg)
4. All Hands Hoay! Here is a fun activity for the little adventurers in your crew. This 3D paper craft will add a few more tiny buccaneers to your pirate band. Just click here to download the template and instructions.
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