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Disney Dream Cruise Ship: Complete Guide

New enhancements are on the way for the Disney Dream. Starting with the October 20, 2024 sailing , the ship will feature:

• A new Tower/Funnel Suite (concierge room)
• Updates to the Concierge Lounge
• Updates to Edge tween club (including a relocation to deck 5)
• Updates to the Senses Spa
• A new Cantina dining window on the pool deck

This article will be updated as additional info becomes available.

When the Disney Dream Cruise Ship began sailing in 2011, it became the third ship in the fleet and the first of what would be known as Disney’s “Dream class” ships. Let’s take a deep dive into all the guest rooms, dining, activities and entertainment onboard this amazing floating resort.

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In This Guide:

• Ship Overview
• Rotational Dining
• Adult-Exclusive Dining
• Casual Dining
• Lounges, Bars & Snacks
• Room Service
• Pools & Splash Pads
• Oceaneer Club
• Oceaneer Lab
• Broadway-Style Shows
• Pirate Night / Fireworks

Midship Detective Agency

• Spa & Salons
• Itineraries & Ports
• Deck-By-Deck Guide
• How To Book

Disney Dream Ship Overview

Image © Disney

The arrival of the Disney Dream in 2011 marked the first expansion of Disney Cruise Line’s fleet since its initial two ships in the late 1990s. It had been about 12 years since the launch of the Disney Wonder, and the Dream’s launch was highly anticipated — not just because of pent-up demand but also because Disney had an additional decade of experience and technological advances under its belt. Still no casinos onboard , but lots of new innovations such as a sort of water coaster called the AquaDuck, interactive artwork that springs to life as you pass by, and much more.

As you step onto the ship, your arrival is announced over the atrium loudspeakers as if you were arriving at a state dinner — the crew and your fellow passengers applaud to welcome you aboard, and your vacation has officially begun!

Inside the grand atrium of the ship which towers three decks in height, you might stop to gawk at the impressive overhead light fixture (22 feet in diameter and 13 feet tall, bedazzled with more than 88,000 Swarovski crystals and 24-carat gold plating).

There are plenty of photo spots here, from the grand staircase to the selfie-worthy statue of Admiral Donald [Duck]. Glass elevators zip up and down, ferrying passengers between 14 passenger decks, each waiting to be explored. Where will you head first?

How Does Disney Dream Compare to Other Disney Cruise Ships?

The Disney Dream is a sister ship to the Disney Fantasy , meaning the two are relatively equal in terms of construction (although similar areas on each ship are usually themed differently from one another). The Dream is significantly larger than the two original ships ( Disney Magic and Disney Wonder ) but is slightly smaller than the Disney Wish .

Based on the expected design of the remaining Disney Cruise ships currently being built , the Disney Dream should settle in as one of the “mid-sized” ships in the Disney Cruise fleet — larger than the classic ships, but well below the gigantic ship that Disney is planning to launch in Singapore in 2025.

As to onboard experiences, the Disney Dream is one of only two ships in the fleet to offer the AquaDuck water coaster, the Remy adult-exclusive fine dining restaurant, and virtual portholes (with live camera views of the outside) for its inside staterooms.

How Does the Dream’s Size Affect the Onboard Experience?

There are pros and cons to both types of ships — larger and smaller — but it really depends on your personal preference.

The smaller ships such as the Magic and Wonder are certainly easier to navigate on foot – you’re just a short walk away from virtually anything onboard. My wife and I tend to prefer the smaller ships for this very reason — but the difference is certainly not significant enough to be a dealbreaker. As a matter of fact, Katie and I have sailed onboard the Disney Dream more than any other Disney Cruise Ship despite generally preferring the smaller ones.

We at MagicGuides also tend to recommend smaller ships for first-time cruisers as they might feel a bit cozier when you’re trying to get your feel of the world of cruising — but again, it’s not a major consideration. My first Disney Cruise (and my first cruise ever, for that matter) was on the Disney Dream; I never felt overwhelmed during my maiden voyage and you likely won’t either.

Larger ships such as the Dream might not be able to dock in smaller ports; this is  usually not a concern thanks to savvy itinerary planning on Disney’s part, but some ports are so small that almost every cruise ship has to rely on tenders (smaller boats to ferry you between the ship and shore).

A bigger ship means more passengers, so you’ll find that all of the onboard venues are larger, too. Expect larger restaurants, larger theaters, and larger pools. Fortunately, the additional passengers are well absorbed by these so it rarely feels crowded. And thanks to clever design such as the use of forced perspective, there are still plenty of cozy spots onboard so you never really feel like you’re in a giant cavernous gymnasium.

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Disney Dream Staterooms

One of the biggest decisions to make for your cruise is your own private room onboard the ship. Your stateroom (passenger cabin) serves as your hotel room at sea.

The Disney Dream has 1,250 staterooms, most of which offer an outside view via either a porthole window or a verandah balcony. There are four primary types of staterooms on the ship; each of those four types is further divided into multiple categories and subcategories. Your choice of stateroom is one of the biggest factors in the how much a Disney Cruise costs , because the per-person cost can increase depending on the stateroom category.

Here is a consolidated list of the room types offered onboard. They’re listed here generally from least expensive to most expensive, though there may be some price overlap. For a more in-depth look at each of these room types, see the descriptions and photos posted in our Disney Cruise Staterooms article.

Inside Staterooms on Disney Dream

Inside Staterooms are the smallest Guest rooms on the ship, but are still larger than those found on some other cruise lines. And thanks to some smart design, there’s still plenty of room for everyone and their luggage.

These staterooms have no porthole window and no balcony, but on this ship they do have so-called “magical portholes.” These are circular video screens which offer live video views of the outside, along with occasional character sightings.

Inside staterooms are offered in standard and deluxe versions, with standard being the smaller of the two. The standard version is also the only regular stateroom category on the ship which does not feature a split bathroom configuration; a split bathroom has a toilet/sink in a separate room from the shower/sink, allowing two people to get ready at the same time.

• 11C:   Deck 2
• 11B:   Decks 5, 6, 7
• 11A:   Decks 8, 9, 10
• 10A:   Decks 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Oceanview Staterooms on Disney Dream

Oceanview staterooms offer an outside view through a porthole window which does not open.

There are two major choices within this category: a  Deluxe Oceanview Stateroom which is similar in layout to many other staterooms on the ship, and a  Deluxe Family Oceanview Stateroom  which is larger (holding more people) and offers many additional features geared toward larger families.

• 9D (obstructed porthole with limited ocean view) :   Decks 6, 7, 8
• 9C (obstructed porthole) :   Decks 7, 8
• 9B:   Deck 2
• 9A:   Decks 5, 6, 7, 8
• 8C: Decks 5, 6
• 8B: Decks 7, 8, 9
• 8A: Decks 5, 6

A giant porthole with padded cushion, found in some Family Staterooms | Image © Disney

Verandah Staterooms on Disney Dream

A typical stateroom verandah layout | Image © Disney

Verandah staterooms offer a private outside balcony which can be accessed through sliding glass doors. Most verandahs have see-through railings (with clear plexiglass for safety), but a few categories have solid metal partitions or are otherwise somewhat obstructed.

• 7A:   Decks 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
• 6B: Decks 5, 6, 7
• 6A:   Decks 8, 9
• 5C:   Decks 6
• 5B:   Decks 7, 8
• 5A:   Decks 9, 10
• 4E (oversized verandah, some with whitewall) :   Deck 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
• 4C:   Deck 6
• 4B: Decks 7, 8
• 4A:   Decks 9, 10

Category 7A Enclosed Navigator’s Verandah | Image © Disney

Concierge Staterooms on Disney Dream

Concierge Family Stateroom | Image © Disney

Concierge staterooms offer additional personalized services , concierge staff, and access to an exclusive Concierge Lounge and sun deck.

• 3A:   Decks 11, 12
• 2B:   Decks 11, 12
• 2A:   Deck 12
• 1A:   Deck 12

Concierge One-Bedroom Suite | Image © Disney

Concierge Royal Suite | Image © Disney

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Disney Dream Dining and Lounges

It’s generally well-known that food is a big part of the cruise experience , and the Disney Dream is no exception. With three sensational main dining restaurants, two elegant adult-only dining options, multiple lounges/nightclubs, and plenty of places to grab a quick meal or a snack on the go, you certainly won’t go hungry onboard this ship.

Rotational Dining Restaurants on Disney Dream

Like all Disney Cruise Ships, the Disney Dream offers rotational dining during the nightly dinner service. This Disney Cruise Line dining innovation pre-schedules you to visit a different restaurant on each night of the cruise. You’ll have the same servers each night, so they’ll get to know you and your food preferences.

Dinner at these three restaurants is included in the cost of your Disney Cruise .

Animator’s Palate

Animator’s Palate is the flagship dining experience on the first four Disney ships, including Disney Dream. Animator’s Palate offers a fan-favorite menu along with a taste of the magic of animation.

Menu items are inspired by Asian, Pacific, and Californian cuisine. Some examples of items you’ll find include black truffle pasta purseittes (a favorite of repeat DCL passengers), butternut squash soup, wild mushroom risotto, polenta cake with tomato and mushroom, lemon-thyme marinated chicken, beef tenderloin, and many more.

Your dinner also includes a tribute to animation – Undersea Magic features interactive digital animation of the Finding Nemo characters in a show that’s reminiscent of EPCOT’s Turtle Talk with Crush. It’s a fun digital twist on the usual concept of dining with Disney characters .

• Enchanted Garden

The use of “enchanted” in this restaurant’s name is no mistake: the atmosphere of this French countryside conservatory magically changes from daytime to sunset to nighttime during the course of your dinner, while light fixtures transform and flowers “bloom.”

Enchanted Garden offers farm-fresh continental cuisine; menu options may include lobster ravioli, an Ahi tuna and avocado tower, curried carrot & apple soup, sea bass, marjoram-scented chicken, and pork tenderloin. Round out the meal with a tempting dessert of steamed lemon buttermilk pudding, banana sundaes, chocolate tortes, and almond meringue cake.

Outside of dinner service, Enchanted Garden is also an alternate option (versus the primary onboard buffet Cabanas ) for breakfast and lunch on most days. You’ll find a less ambitious menu during those meal periods: the usual sausage, bacon, eggs, and hash browns for breakfast; salads, soups, burgers, grilled items, and pizza at lunch.

• Royal Palace

You’re invited to a royal banquet at this elegant restaurant inspired by the ballroom scene in Disney’s Cinderella and other animated classics: beautiful marble floors with a royal design, tiara-topped porthole windows, and hand-painted portraits of Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, and Snow White.

Your four-course royal feast includes options such as pomegranate-glazed duck breast, jumbo shrimp, spinach soufflé, avocado citrus salad, French onion soup, angus grilled beef tenderloin, roasted wild boar, lobster medallions, and Dijon-crusted rack of lamb. For dessert, indulge in the famed crème brûlée or enjoy a peanut butter mousse.

Adult-Exclusive Dining on the Disney Dream

Disney cruises are certainly family-friendly, but adults don’t need to worry that there’s nothing for them onboard. One of the great things on the Disney Dream that’s available exclusively to adults is a pair of elegant adult-exclusive restaurants . So send the kids off to the youth clubs, put on some nice duds, and enjoy a lovely kid-free date night at Palo or Remy !

Reserve a table at Palo for a delightful meal featuring memorable Italian cuisine. The stunning venue includes giant windows overlooking the ocean, providing a perfect backdrop for your meal.

Dinner menu items include seared sea scallops, tableside-fileted dover sole, butternut agnolotti, tiramisu, and a signature chocolate soufflé that’s considered one of the most popular items across the entire Disney Cruise fleet. On sea days, a tremendously-popular brunch service is typically offered.

Dining here requires an upcharge and space is usually in high demand; book as early as your onboard booking window allows.

The finest onboard dining experience is at Remy. Named after the diminutive chef in Ratatouille , this restaurant transports you to the heart of Paris for a gastronomic experience like no other. You might be seated in the main room, or perhaps in the 900-bottle wine room. Or opt for ultimate luxury: the private Gusteau room (complete with a custom multi-course menu).

Dinner begins with a signature champagne cocktail prepared at your table. Then, it’s a gourmet culinary adventure designed in part by Chef Scott Hunnel (of Disney World’s Victoria & Albert’s) and Chef Arnaud Lallement (recipient of three Michelin stars and voted by  other Michelin-starred chefs as one of the 10 best chefs in the entire world). A gourmet cheese trolley and selections such as duck, elk, Kobe beef, langoustine, and sablefish are hallmarks of the menu.

On certain cruises, there’s also a highly-demanded champagne brunch as well as a 5-course dessert experience.

Dining here requires an upcharge. You’ll want to book as early as possible to have the best chance of securing a spot.

Casual Dining on the Disney Dream Cruise Ship

Cabanas | Image © Disney

Breakfast and lunch are casual meal periods onboard the Disney Dream. So come as you are (just cover up any swimsuits) and grab a bite at Cabanas.

This restaurant offers a mix of American, Asian, and European favorites in an all-you-care-to-eat breakfast and lunch buffet served from nearly a dozen food stations.

Breakfast is exactly what you’d expect from an American perspective – custom-made omelets, bacon & sausage, Mickey Waffles, hash browns, and the like. There are also some international offerings such as rice and miso soup. For me, this is always a great chance to expand my culinary horizons with things I can’t normally get at home. My usual morning fare on the ship includes a giant healthy bowl of fresh muesli with dried fruits and nuts — admittedly usually with a few Mickey Waffles and bacon on the side (it’s all about the balance, you know).

Lunch at Cabanas is a constantly-changing mix of jumbo iced shrimp & crab claws, hamburgers, sandwiches, pizza, freshly-grilled meats, veggies, and much more.

Cabanas also offers an alternative dinner service most nights. It’s not buffet style at night; a server will present you with a menu and bring your food to you, and it’s usually a rather quiet meal. My spouse and I will sometimes plan to have dinner here on formal night if we don’t feel like packing dress clothes for the cruise.

Lounges, Bars, and Snacks on the Disney Dream

There’s always a place to grab a quick bite or a refreshing drink onboard. Whether you’re looking for a nibble, just want a soda, or are seeking something with a bit of alcohol , you’ll easily find it onboard. Here are just a few highlights:

• Beverage Station

There’s no need to purchase a separate drink package on a Disney Cruise, as most non-alcoholic drinks are included at no additional cost (a rarity in the cruise industry). This self-service beverage station located near the pool offers unlimited refills of sodas, teas, coffees, and other non-specialty beverages.

An adults-only retreat that focuses on specialty coffees and teas during the day, with cocktails in the evening.

A compelling open-air bar on Deck 13 offering expansive views and delightful cocktails. Adults only.

This family-friendly venue hosts interactive events for all ages. Karaoke, trivia, game shows, and even dance parties can be found here on a daily basis.

• District Lounge

A relaxed piano bar offering cocktails and nightly entertainment. Non-alcohol options are also available for those who want to enjoy the live music in a “drier” way.

Evolution lives up to its name. During the day, it welcomes cruisers of all ages for games, activities, and dance classes. At night, it evolves into a vibrant adults-only nightclub with a lively bar scene.

Evolution | Image © Disney

Eye Scream Treats and Frozone Treats

Cool down with all-you-can eat soft-serve ice cream cones (included in the cost of your cruise!), or spend a bit extra to enjoy a specialty smoothie.

Flo’s Cafe: Fillmore’s Favorites, Luigi’s Pizza, and Tow Mater’s Grill

For a quick grab-and-go snack poolside, check out these quick service windows. You’ll find pizza, chicken tenders, burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and more.

Meridian Lounge

Supplement your elegant meal at Remy or Palo by having cocktails at this upscale travel-themed lounge conveniently located directly between those two fine dining establishments. Cigars are also offered for purchase.

A serene lounge on Deck 14 in the forward funnel (red smokestack). This spot is often overlooked due to its secluded location, so it’s a quiet retreat with compelling views (and a great wedding venue, too!).

This Champagne and Wine bar pays tribute to all things bubbly, featuring a private-label Tattinger champagne created and bottled exclusively for this spot. Tip: look closely enough at the bubbles along the wall and you can spot pink elephants here even without having a drink!

Pink Wine & Champagne Bar (Disney Dream)

This contemporary sports bar offers live matches via satellite (when available) and comfortable lush seating. Open to everyone during the day, and adults only at night. The pub’s name is a nod to the ship’s hull number at the shipyard where it was created.

• Senses Juice Bar

Enjoy a healthy quaff at this retreat near Senses Spa and Salon. Fresh fruit and vegetables give their all for these nutritious protein- and vitamin-packed beverages.

This adults-only bar provides scenic views of iconic city skylines around the world. Thanks to a little Disney magic, the view out the “window” changes to a different city every fifteen minutes.

• Vanellope’s Sweets & Treats

Purchase hand-scooped gelato, baked goods, and candy in this shop inspired by  Wreck-It Ralph . Fees apply.

Room Service on Disney Dream

Almost all of the Disney Dream’s Room Service menu is offered at no additional charge – you’ll only have to pay for a few specialty items and to tip the crew member who delivers the food to your room.

The standard room service menu typically includes soups & salads, chicken tenders, burgers & dogs, sandwiches & wraps, and hot wings.  You’ll also typically find a few flatbreads or pizzas and perhaps some pasta. Dessert — usually cookies, cake, or pie — is also offered.

A favorite among repeat cruisers is the All Hands on Deck , a plate of assorted cheese, fruit, and crackers. Kids (both actual and adult) will be pleased to know you can also request a Mickey’s Premium ice cream bar – the same kind found in the theme parks.

If you don’t mind paying a bit extra, you can add on specialty items such as beer, wine, canned soft drinks, deluxe coffees, juices, and pre-packaged snacks such as candies.

Best Bets for Each Meal on Disney Dream

Below we list each of the main meal periods onboard the ship, and your best options for each.

• Primary option: Cabanas is the number one breakfast spot onboard thanks to its long hours, expansive options, and all-you-care-to-eat service style. Mornings can be rather hectic here, but there’s rarely difficulty in finding a seat.
• Secondary option: One of the three rotational restaurants (typically Enchanted Garden) usually offers a table-service breakfast, complete with a server who will bring your food and keep your drinks refilled. The menu is a bit more limited than at Cabanas, but it’s usually a much quieter option to start your day.
• Other options: Room service is available, but there are two things to know. First, you’ll need to order in advance via a menu card that you hang on your doorknob the night before. Second, know that the breakfast menu is extremely limited. There’s no “hot breakfast” (no bacon, eggs, sausage, or oatmeal); instead, it’s a continental sort of menu with juices, coffees, pastries, and cold cereals. I personally find the room service breakfast to be too limited, though I’ll admit there’s a certain charm to coffee and a light pastry while enjoying the sunrise from my verandah.
• Primary option: Like at breakfast, Cabanas is the best lunch option thanks to its wide selection. Iced jumbo shrimp and crab claws are a signature menu item most days and I usually eat my fill of them at least once during the cruise; you’ll also find freshly grilled meats, a wide variety of side items, some interesting international selections, and lots of tempting desserts.
• Secondary option: Spending the afternoon by the pool? There’s no need to dry off and head inside when you get a rumbly in your tumbly. Drip dry and head over to the food service windows at Flo’s Café for burgers, dogs, sandwiches, and unlimited ice cream cones. These windows often offer extended hours, which makes them a good failsafe for folks who miss lunch hours at Cabanas or get hungry before their late dinner service.
• Other options : Enchanted Garden typically serves lunch with open seating. Room Service is another good option, though there’s sometimes a lunch rush which can delay your food’s arrival a bit. The cloche-covered dishes sometimes mean that fried items such as wings might not arrive quite as crispy as you’d like.
• Primary option: Your assigned rotational dining restaurant is the heart of Disney Cruise dining and shouldn’t be missed. Your dedicated service team follows you all voyage long and will likely become your favorite Crew Members onboard the ship (my wife and I made such a connection with our servers on a 2019 cruise that we still remember their names to this day!). Add in special themed menus and other thoughtful touches, and you’ll quickly see why this is a highlight of each day onboard.
• Secondary option: As an alternative to your pre-scheduled rotational dining restaurant, you might opt to experience Cabanas in a totally new way. Dinner at Cabanas is an entirely different experience than the free-for-all buffet-style offerings that are the mainstay of breakfast and lunch. A host seats you at your table, and a server presents you a menu featuring some of the most popular selections onboard.
• Other options: Many cruisers enjoy dedicating at least one night of their cruise to an adult-exclusive meal at Palo or Remy. Otherwise, you can always grab something from the quick-service windows on the pool deck, or order room service.

Off-Hours Eating and Snacking

• Primary option: For cravings outside the main meal periods, your best bet is Flo’s Café on the pool deck. Their generous hours and snack-friendly offerings make them a great choice to tide you over between meals. Individual portions tend to be “snack sized” (perhaps 2 or 3 chicken tenders and a few fries), so you won’t spoil your dinner unless you want to by asking for a larger portion.
• Secondary option: Room Service is available 24/7, up until about 1:30 AM on the last morning of your cruise. It’s the only option for overnight snacking. I’ll occasionally order a few warm cookies and some milk at bedtime, but you can also order 1:00 AM buffalo wings if your antacid game is strong.

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Disney Dream Pools and Water Slides

The AquaDuck is the premier water attraction onboard the Disney Dream. This first-of-its kind (water coaster on a cruise ship) attraction takes its guests on a wild adventure high above the upper decks of the ship.

Guests board a raft and are propelled by jets of water through 765 feet of tubes and open-air slide segments; along the way, you’ll experience a 4-deck drop, a careening curve over the edge of the ship, and a journey through one of the iconic red smokestack funnels.

There’s no additional charge to ride the AquaDuck, but you will have to wait in line. There is no Lightning Lane onboard the ship. Lines tend to be longest on Sea Days and shorter when the ship is in port. Riding earlier or later can also help avoid crowds – just don’t forget to check the operating hours each day in the Navigator app.

To ride solo, Guests must be at least 54″ tall and at least 7 years of age. Children under the age of 7 who are at least 42″ tall and toilet-trained may ride with a companion who is at least 14 years of age.

Pools and Splash Pads

• Donald’s Pool

This pool offers a shallow wading area with a deeper center. This is a perfect place to enjoy Disney movies on the giant 24′ x 14′ FunnelVision screen nearby. This pool is sometimes closed during special on-deck events, covered with a retractable floor to offer more deck space.

Donald’s Pool | Image © Disney

Funnel Puddle

A shallow (approximately 1-foot deep) family friendly pool that’s far removed from the raucousness of the Donald’s and Mickey’s pools. This is the closest thing you’ll find onboard to a “quiet pool” that’s still open to all ages; but there’s still a small water fountain feature in the middle that kids love to splash in.

• Mickey’s Pool & Slide

The shape alone clearly communicates this is designed for kids; The deeper zones of this still-shallow pool are shaped like the friendly face of everyone’s favorite pal, Mickey Mouse. Meanwhile, one of Mickey’s signature white gloves supports a bright yellow waterslide for kids aged 4 to 14 / height 38″ to 64″. May be closed during deck parties.

Mickey’s Pool | Image © Disney

• Nemo’s Reef

This toddler-friendly splash zone features PIXAR characters spraying water, a child-sized Mr. Ray waterslide, and more — all in a shaded, enclosed, and “accidental tumble”-friendly soft surfaced area. Ages 3 years or younger; swim diapers are required.

• Quiet Cove Pool

A serene oasis for those 18 and up to get away from the kids for some quiet time. There’s a three-circled pool of varying depths, lounge-style seating in the shallowest segment, a whirlpool spa, and of course plenty of adult beverages nearby.

Satellite Falls Pool

One of the most unique water spaces onboard, Satellite Falls is an adults-only wading pool that features a cascading (ok, rapidly dripping) waterfall directly underneath one of the giant satellite domes on the ship’s upper deck.

Satellite Falls | Image © Disney

Disney Dream Kids Clubs and Teen Clubs

Much of Deck 5 on the Disney Dream is dedicated to spaces especially designed for younger passengers, and there are plenty of other youth-friendly spaces onboard. Here’s a preview.

• Disney’s Oceaneer Club

The Oceaneer Club is the primary kids activity onboard the ship. It’s the place where your kids will probably spend most of their time onboard. For some families, it’s not uncommon for the kids and adults to part ways at breakfast and regroup at dinner, with the Kids Club filling the gap between.

This secure facility is accessible only to kids aged 3-10 and trained youth activities staff — but there are pre-scheduled open houses to allow parents and kids to tour the location together. Inside there are tons of kid-friendly spaces and activities, and it’s all included in the cost of your Disney cruise! This amazing kids club is one of the reasons we consider Disney to be the best cruise line for children .

Andy’s Room

Kids are immersed in the world of Disney·Pixar’s Toy Story movies in this play area.

Disney Infinity Game Room

Enjoy interactive video games and activities in this high-tech space.

Disney’s Once Upon a Time

Disney characters come to life in this bookmaking and story time experience.

Jedi Training: Experience the Force

Learn the ways of the Force with this interactive training experience.

Pixie Hollow

This forest-themed area is the perfect place for storytelling, playing dress-up, and arts & crafts.

Puzzle Playtime with Mickey

Mickey and pals drop in for fun and games.

Star Wars: Millennium Falcon

The “fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy” is ready for adventure! Hop into the cockpit and zoom through the stars, the forests of Endor, and more.

• Disney’s Oceaneer Lab

A partner facility to the Oceaneer Club, the Oceaneer Lab offers lots of hands-on activities and experiences for kids ages 3-10.

Animator’s Studio

Learn how to draw your favorite Disney characters – or just entertain your own creative instincts.

Anyone Can Cook

Learn how to measure and mix ingredients and bake a batch of fresh chocolate-chip cookies.

Craft Studio

A spot perfectly prepared to indulge creative urges with hands-on creations.

Get the Hook!

A 3-day search through multiple crime scenes to find Captain Hook’s… well, you know.

Disney movies, video games, and occasional structured activities are the order of the day here.

Piston Cup Challenge

Bars of soap form the chassis of your custom-made race car in this fun, hands-on race.

Put on battle gear and join forces with The Avengers to take on super villains.

Super Sloppy Science with Professor Make-O-Mess

Meet a world-famous scientist with a penchant for unashamedly messy experiments.

The Wheelhouse

Home of  Tides of Fortune , a multi-player Pirates of the Caribbean game that can only be found on a Disney Cruise. A major component is piloting your pirate ship through the Caribbean Sea via video simulation.

Tweens and young teens (ages 11 to 14) have a space all to themselves onboard the Disney Dream, and it’s in one of the coolest spots on the entire ship: inside the iconic red smokestack funnel on Deck 13! Edge is the perfect place to relax as tweens see fit — a huge video wall, a dance floor, karaoke machines, a game room, and photo booths. The furniture can even be moved around so Guests can make the space their own. A mix of planned activities and unstructured free time keeps things interesting.

Those aged 14 to 17 have a unique indoor/outdoor space made just for them, complete with a super secret entrance! Indoors, teens will find plenty of TVs, video games, and tablets, plus dance parties, karaoke sessions, and group activities. Or, they can head outside to a private sundeck at the bow of the ship to enjoy deck games, splash pools, and sunbathing.

Vibe outdoor sundeck

it’s a small world nursery!

Tiny cruisers are well cared for in it’s a small world nursery! , an onboard babysitting service for infants and toddlers aged three and younger.

Disney youth counselors watch over the tykes, playing with them, feeding them, and handling diaper duty.

Nominal fees apply, charged by the half-hour (with a one-hour minimum), and there are discounts for multiple children in the same family. Advanced reservations are strongly recommended. Note that there are no in-room babysitting services onboard.

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Disney Dream Entertainment and Activities

Disney is an entertainment company at heart, so it’s no surprise that the shows and experiences onboard the Disney Dream are top notch.

Broadway-Style Shows in the Walt Disney Theatre

Each night of your cruise, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a live show in the beautiful Walt Disney Theatre. This includes at least three Broadway-style shows during your cruise, along with other additions (such as family-friendly comedians, magicians, and hypnotists) on longer voyages.

Show times are opposite your dinner time onboard. So if you have early dining, you’ll see the late show — and vice versa.

Beauty and the Beast

This show brings a tale as old as time to the stage. Innovative puppetry and stunning special effects combine with skilled actors and memorable music to bring you an unforgettable evening.

Disney’s Believe

A true stage spectacular, featuring 300+ costumes, 200+ scenic elements, and a cast of characters assembled to help a daughter provide her hard-working father a bit of perspective on what’s truly important in life.

The Golden Mickeys

It’s awards night onboard the Disney Dream! Experience all the glitz and glamor of the red carpet as the crowd clamors to guess who will win the coveted titles of “Most Romantic” and “Most Heroic.” Meanwhile, there’s a problem… the emcee is missing! Fear not — these things usually have a way of solving themselves. This fan-favorite musical features songs from about a dozen different Disney films.

Mickey’s Color Spin Dance Party

This offering, presented on select cruises, features a 90s throwback themed dance party on deck. Start the show off with a group sing-along of Into the Unknown , then spin the color wheel to reveal a series of high-energy performances and easy-to-learn dances and group actions. Mickey, Minnie, and even Max are along for the party.

Pirate Night / Pirates in the Caribbean Deck Party with Fireworks

Pirate night starts with the delivery of pirate bandanas to your stateroom – then the party moves to your scheduled dining location for the evening, where a special themed menu awaits. Then, head up to the pool deck for a raucous show with high-flying pirates including favorite Disney characters. Finally, the grand finale (and another Disney innovation) – fireworks at sea!

Note: not every itinerary offers a pirate night, and fireworks may be canceled due to weather.

Sailing Away Deck Party

The official start to your Disney Dream cruise — your vacation begins when the ship’s horn plays those familiar notes and confetti rains down from the upper decks. Captain Mickey and all his pals are there to join the fun to ensure your trip gets off to a great, high-energy start.

Disney Movies in the Buena Vista Theatre

First-run and classic favorite Disney, Marvel, PIXAR, and LucasFilm movies are shown throughout the day in the Buena Vista Theatre. No need for a ticket — it’s completely free so all you need to do is find a seat at showtime.

Sailing during the premiere of a highly-anticipated Disney film? It’ll be shown repeatedly in the Buena Vista Theatre, likely after a huge “PremEAR at Sea” showing in the Walt Disney Theatre.

Goofy Golf and Sports Deck

If you prefer your entertainment to be a bit more active, there’s plenty of great recreation to be had on Goofy’s Sports Deck , located on Deck 13 aft.

Enjoy a delightfully ludicrous mini-golf course with nine fun-filled, pun-filled holes. It’s completely free and no tee times are required. Just grab a putter and a goofball, er, golf ball — and perhaps a scorecard/pencil if you insist on keeping things official (I don’t bother, as I see no reason to put my lies in writing).

This is one of my absolute favorite things to do onboard the Disney Dream. I just love enjoying a game of mini-golf out on the open ocean, and the sight gags just add to it. Vewy sewious mini-golfers will appreciate that each hole offers two tee locations — one just for fun and one for a slightly more challenging experience.

Elsewhere on the sports deck, you’ll find other, more mainstream pursuits, such as a basketball court and even a digital sports simulator (fees apply).

Down on deck 4, you’ll also find shuffleboard courts — a classic cruise activity.

Here’s a great way to explore the ship: sleuthing out a crime! Start your adventure at the agency kiosk on Deck 5 — pick up a badge and deck plan / casebook — and suddenly, the game is afoot!

This extensive adventure will send you all over the ship looking for more than 20 interactive artwork displays, where a series of random events and “choose your own adventure” dilemmas make sure that you can play over and over without getting bored.

Depending on the agency’s caseload, you might help Mickey and pals recover some stolen paintings, try to find 99 missing Dalmatians, or follow Pepe the King Prawn’s clues to solve a zany Muppet mystery.

Not only is this a fun adventure, it’s also an astounding way to orient yourself to everything on the ship! I highly recommend it for first-timers. And because your detective badge tracks your progress, you can play at your own pace, starting and stopping as you like.

Disney Dream Spas and Salons

Disney Dream offers a full-service spa onboard the ship, featuring many other health and wellness services.

Senses Spa and Salon

Pamper yourself with spa treatments, salon services, and rejuvenation procedures at this restful retreat. Services offered at Senses Spa include Swedish massages, aroma stone therapy, deep tissue massage, acupuncture, facials, teeth whitening, shampoo/cut/style, manicures, pedicures, and more. Even those who aren’t into spa treatments may enjoy the Rainforest Room with its various themed shower settings. Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, showers, lockers, sandals, and robes round out the offerings.

Exclusively for guests aged 13-17, this special area of Senses offers treatments to teens. A parent or guardian must accompany the teen for the duration of the treatment ( solo and combined treatments are offered as an option).

• Fitness Center

Perhaps you’re a regular exerciser, or maybe you just want to offset several days of all-you-can-eat meals. Either way, you can stay in shape with the offerings at the Disney Dream’s onboard fitness center. Whatever your preferred equipment — weight machines, cardio equipment, ellipticals, treadmills, and others — you’re likely to find it here. If you prefer a group experience you can join a yoga, Pilates, or aerobics class. Or, opt for personalized one-on-one training and analysis with a professional trainer.

• Walking/Jogging Track

If, like me, you’re not keen on a major workout but do enjoy a nice walk after dinner, you’ll be happy to know that the Disney Dream offers an open-air walking/jogging track on Deck 4. I like that it’s low enough on the ship to offer some close-up ocean views — especially handy if you’re lucky enough to see wildlife such as dolphins playing alongside the ship. A leisurely stroll is perfectly fine, but jogging is also fair game here if you don’t want to miss your daily run while onboard.

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Disney Dream Itineraries and Home Ports

You can board the Disney Dream from the US and Europe in 2024. But for 2025 and 2026, the Dream settles into Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Disney Dream has a busy schedule of cruises in 2024 .

• January through end of April: Caribbean cruises and Bahamian cruises from Fort Lauderdale
• Early- to mid-May: Transatlantic voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona
• Late May to mid-September: Various European itineraries from Barcelona, Civitavecchia (Rome), and Southampton
• Mid-September to mid-October: Dry Dock (no sailings) to install new enhancements
• Late October: Transatlantic voyage from Southampton to Fort Lauderdale
• November to end of year: Bahamian cruises and Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale

Here’s an overview of Disney Dream’s schedule of cruises in 2025 .

• January through end of the year: Bahamian and Caribbean cruises from Fort Lauderdale

Here are the Disney Dream sailings in 2026 :

• January through early May:  Bahamian Cruises from  Fort Lauderdale, Florida
• May 2, 2026 and beyond:  Not yet announced

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Disney Dream Deck-by-Deck

Here’s a look at what’s located on each deck of the Disney Dream.

• Health Center
• Tender Lobbies (ship exit at ports of call)
• Public Restrooms
• Self-Service Laundry
• Vista Gallery
• Category 9B
• Category 11C
• Walt Disney Theatre (main level)
• Animator’s Palate
• Guest Services
• Mickey’s Mainsail
• Sea Treasures
• Lobby Atrium
• Buena Vista Theatre (main level)
• Walt Disney Theatre (balcony level)
• Pink Wine & Champagne Bar
• Port Shopping Desk
• Shutters Photo
• Tiffany & Co.
• Vacation Planning Desk
• Atrium (overlook)
• Buena Vista Theatre (balcony level)
• “it’s a small world” nursery
• Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique
• Port Adventures Desk
• Category 4E
• Category 6B
• Category 7A
• Category 8A
• Category 8C
• Category 9A
• Category 10A
• Category 11B
• Category 4C
• Category 5C
• Category 9D
• Category 4B
• Category 5B
• Category 8B
• Category 9C
• Category 6A
• Category 11A
• Category 4A
• Category 5A
• Funnel Vision
• Eye Scream Treats
• Filmore’s Favorites
• Luigi’s Pizza
• Tow Mater’s Grill
• Frozone Treats
• Rainforest Room
• Treatment Salons
• Whozits & Whatzits
• Category 2B
• Category 3A
• AquaDuck Entrance
• Funnel Puddle Pool
• Concierge Lounge
• Senses Spa (additional treatment rooms)
• Category 1A
• Category 2A
• Sports Courts
• Sports Simulator
• Satellite Falls
• Currents Bar
• Concierge Private Sun Deck

Disney Dream Fact Sheet

Shipyard (ship’s birthplace).

Meyer Werft – Papenburg, Germany

Maiden voyage

January 26, 2011

Varies by time of year — see Itineraries & Ports above

Ship’s Registry

Approximately 130,000 gross tons

22 knots cruising speed

23.5 knots maximum speed

Diesel-based electric

Crew Members

Maximum capacity.

4,000 passengers

1,250 staterooms

• 901 verandah staterooms (includes 21 suites)
• 199 oceanview staterooms
• 150 inside staterooms (12%)

How To Book a Cruise on the Disney Dream

While there are many ways to book Disney Cruise Line vacations , we believe the best way to secure your spot on the Disney Dream (or any other Disney Cruise ship ) is to work with one of the Disney Cruise experts at our official travel agency partner The Vacationeer .

This Earmarked Diamond level Authorized Disney Vacation Planner , offers absolutely free help planning and booking your cruise . Their group of Disney fanatic travel agents can help you make all the right choices, picking the right ship for your family and helping you choose between a Disney Cruise and other cruise lines such as Princess , Carnival , Norwegian , and Royal Caribbean (they book them all!).

Your cruise won’t cost more than if you’d booked it yourself — it might even cost less ! Their genius-level knowledge of money-saving discounts is one of the many reasons to book with a Disney travel agent .

Another reason? The Vacationeer offers Onboard Credit — free spending money that you can use toward purchases you make while you’re onboard the ship! Use it towards specialty dining, souvenirs, spa treatments, shore excursions , gratuities , and more! Booking through The Vacationeer can earn you up to $1,000 in onboard credit .

And finally, there’s The Vacationeer’s personalized service . You’ll be assigned a single, dedicated agent who’ll handle your cruise arrangements from start to finish . Imagine — never having to wait on hold to speak to yet another agent in a giant call center! Good luck finding that level of service with a nationwide wholesaler !

So what’re you waiting for? It’s time to take a Disney Cruise — and  Vacationeers are ready to help!

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The Woodward Dream Cruise, a day-long celebration of car culture, began in 1995 as an effort by Nelson House and a handful of volunteers to raise money for a children’s soccer field in Ferndale, Michigan. Intended as a one-time event that might draw as many as 30,000 spectators, the event was a huge success, attracting 250,000.

As a tribute to the car culture of the 1950s and 1960s, the Cruise now attracts more than 1.5 million visitors from around the world. More than 40,000 muscle cars and street machines, not to mention collector and special-interest vehicles of all kinds, crowd Woodward Avenue for the cruise, making it the world’s largest one-day vintage car event, although unofficial cruising and viewing starts weeks earlier.

Held on the third Saturday of August, the 12-hour cruise celebrates the era of classic American cars though plenty of late model vehicles also take part. Although Woodward Avenue starts at the intersection of Jefferson Avenue at the Detroit River, the cruise begins north, at Eight Mile Road , taking a 16-mile loop of the suburbs along Woodward between Ferndale and Pontiac. The host communities stage free car shows, “oldies” music concerts and family events while much of Woodward is jammed as curbside crowds spectate.

The event garners extensive coverage in the local media as well as nationally, highlighting Detroit and its major export, the automobile. In recent years, automakers that used to “unofficially” test their cars along Woodward in the 1960s have used cruise events like the Dream Cruise to showcase their latest vehicles, meanwhile providing significant financial support, signaling the importance of these events and the audiences that they attract.

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Everything You Need to Know About the Woodward Dream Cruise

There's something about Woodward Avenue and cruisin' .

As one of the major roadways in Detroit, Michigan, Woodward Ave. has been the setting for road racing going all the way back to 1848, when carriage drivers used to race along the uneven plank road.

In the 1950s, teenage car culture blossomed on Woodward. Not only were there multiple drive-ins to cruise, but the automotive dealerships and service stations of the Motor City somehow seemed to all center around this one road. Street racing became all the rage. If you had a muscle car, you were seen on Woodward Ave.

Therefore, it's the obvious setting for one of the most celebrated classic car events in modern times: The Woodward Dream Cruise.

What Is the Woodward Dream Cruise?

The Woodward Dream Cruise is the largest one-day automotive event in the world, hosting approximately 1.5 million visitors and 40,000 of the coolest muscle cars, classic cars, hot rods, and street rods from around the world.

The event started as a fundraiser for the Ferndale, Michigan youth soccer field. Nelson House, a local plumber, and Mayor Pamela S. McCullough.

But, what was meant to be a one-shot fund raiser became a huge success. Today, the event is hosted across several metro Detroit communities.

The Third Saturday of August

Each year, on the third Saturday of August, Oakland County comes alive with the roar of the Motor City's claim to fame.

The cars from the 1950s, '60s, and '70s congregate on the M1 Concourse. In true cruisin' style, the cars complete a 16-mile loop of the hosting communities, including Birmingham, Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Huntington Woods, Berkley, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, and Pontiac.

The cruise ends at the State Fair Grounds, just south of 8 Mile Road.

Dozens of car clubs are invited to attend, and a variety of car shows are held along Woodward Ave. on the weekend of the cruise. Whether you drive a Ford, a Pontiac, or a DeLorean, your car is welcome at the Woodward Dream Cruise.

Though the coronavirus pandemic shut down the Woodward Dream Cruise in 2020 (though an unofficial event was held by Woodward residents), the event is back on track for 2021, including the new Woodward Dream Show to be hosted in conjunction with the cruise. While the two are separate automotive events, the car show plans to keep the hype going with host Bob Larivee, and a variety of events to continue celebrating some of the best cars to ever come out of Detroit.

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The free event runs along Woodward from Ferndale to Pontiac on Saturday, Aug. 17. Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

It attracts about 1 million people and tens of thousands of classic cars, custom vehicles, hot rods and more.

Most cities along Woodward organize parades and offer live music and other attractions before and during the cruise. https://www.theoaklandpress.com/2024/08/14/woodward-dream-cruise-revs-up-with-activities-in-oakland-county-3/

PARKING 

Birmingham:  All activities are within walking distance of the city’s downtown parking decks.

Ferndale: The municipal parking lots surround the downtown area near Woodward and Nine Mile Road.

Pontiac: Municipal parking lots and parking structures are located in surrounding downtown Pontiac.

Royal Oak: Parking is available at municipal parking lots and structures, walking distance from Woodward. Additional parking is available at:

– Royal Oak Golf Center: Corner of Coolidge and West 13 Mile Road

– Gunn Dyer Park: South of Normandy between Coolidge and Woodward

– Upton Park: South of West 14 mile Rd and Coolidge

Additionally, many businesses and churches along Woodward sell spots in their lots.

SHUTTLE SERVICE

SMART runs a free shuttle along the cruise route from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. You can hop on and off at any RED SMART or FAST bus stop along Woodward.

The shuttles are air conditioned, wheelchair accessible and have bike racks.

DOS and DON’TS

The city of Royal Oak issued a list of “Dos and Don’ts” for the annual event, billed the largest one-day automotive event:

1. Don’t bring alcohol. It is a family event and there is zero tolerance for alcohol.

2. Don’t drive recklessly. Reckless driving, including spinning tires or revving engines, is a misdemeanor violation and you could end up with a fine of up to $500.

3. Don’t sit or stand in the median. It is used as an emergency lane. You can bring lawn chairs and sit along the curb, but don’t block sidewalks or driveways.

4. Do follow traffic laws, even if you are on a bike. A few mishaps with bikes have occurred over the years. Legally, you can ride a bike on Woodward during the cruise, but it’s not recommended. If you do, you must follow all traffic laws, which means you can’t weave between cars or ignore traffic signals.

You can ride your bike on the sidewalk, but you have to be courteous to pedestrians. It’s best just to walk your bike around.

5. Don’t use the neighborhoods as a parking lot. Cruisegoers may legally park on neighborhood streets but cannot block driveways or sidewalks. Cars can’t be left overnight. Residents need to be able to get in and out.

Police departments from each community, as well as the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and the Michigan State Police, patrol on foot and in vehicles to ensure a safe and family-friendly environment.

The National Weather Service predicts a high of 76-80 degrees and a chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday.

For more information, visit the Dream Cruise website at www.woodwarddreamcruise.com or Facebook page at www.facebook.com/WoodwardDreamCruise .

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The official woodward dream cruise takes place annually on the 3rd saturday in august, from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm., click the blue bars, to view each participating community and/or sponsoring partner’s event schedule., city of berkley.

Friday, August 16, 2024:

• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: CruiseFest Classic Car Parade , On West 12 Mile Rd., between Coolidge and Greenfield Rd.
• 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM: 12 Mile Rd Street Concert, Movie, other Activities.
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent, W. 12 Mile Rd at Woodward Avenue

Saturday, August 17, 2024:

www.berkleymich.org/cruisefest

City of Birmingham

• 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Birmingham Cruise
• South Old Woodward from Maple to Lincoln
• Classic Car Show, Interactive Sponsor Displays, Retail and Food Vendors
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent

www.AllinBirmingham.com/CruiseEvent

City of Ferndale

Friday, August 16, 2024 – Nine Mile Rd and Woodward

• 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show
• 5:00 PM: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• 5:30 PM: Lights & Sirens Cruise Parade (begins on East Nine Mile Rd at Woodward, north to Eleven Mile Rd and back to East Nine Mile Rd)
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club & Play Zone
• 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM: MMRA’s Quarter Midget Youth Racing Cars
• 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent, food and merchant vendors

Saturday, August 17, 2024 @ Nine Mile Rd and Woodward

• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Mustang Alley
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM: Kids Car Club & Play Zone
• 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM: Rock’n Live Entertainment Stage

www.FerndaleDreamCruise.com

City of Royal Oak

• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Performance Park Classic Car Show
• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent, Vendors and Food Court
• 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Cruise In Shoes 5k Run
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM:  Performance Park Classic Car Show

City of Pleasant Ridge

• ALL DAY: Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent, Woodward and Oakland Park Blvd.
• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Ford Bronco Show , Woodward and Oakland Park Blvd.

City Of Pontiac

• ALL DAY: 60th Birthday GTO Car Show & Parade
• ALL DAY: Entertainment, Food Trucks, Family Fun, & Official Woodward Dream Cruise Merchandise Tent

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• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: 104.3 WOMC – Broadcasting Live, Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak Tuesday, August 13, 2024:
• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: 104.3 WOMC – Broadcasting Live, Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak Wednesday, August 14, 2024:
• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: 104.3 WOMC – Broadcasting Live, Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak Thursday, August 15, 2024:
• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: 104.3 WOMC – Broadcasting Live, Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak Friday, August 16, 2024:
• 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: JoAnne, Jason and Ben – Official Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Ferndale.
• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: 104.3 WOMC – Broadcasting Live from Duggan’s Irish Pub.
• 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: JoAnne, Jason and Ben, Broadcasting Live at AAA Michigan, Birmingham
• 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: WOMC at AAA Michigan, Birmingham
• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM: WOMC at Normandy Plaza, Royal Oak
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM: WOMC at the Triangle in Birmingham
• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM: WOMC at Como’s Pizza, Downtown Ferndale
• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Beau and Aricka. Broadcasting Live at Como’s Pizza, Ferndale
• 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: JoAnne, Jason and Ben – Broadcasting Live at Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Beau, Broadcasting Live at the Triangle in Birmingham
• 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Aricka, Broadcasting Live at Duggan’s Irish Pub, Royal Oak

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Saturday, August 17, 2024 – SMART-WDC FREE SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE Join us on Saturday, August 17, 2024, for a stress-free ride to the Woodward Dream Cruise with SMART – WDC’s Free Shuttle Bus Service! Enjoy the iconic event from a SMART perspective as you travel in comfort on our air-conditioned buses. Forget the hassle of parking, gas, and driving – we’ve got it all covered!

• Free Rides for All: Hop on and off the shuttle for free anywhere along the Woodward route, from Ferndale to Downtown Pontiac.
• Convenient Hours: Shuttles run from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Dream Cruise.
• Easy Boarding: Catch the shuttle at any RED SMART or FAST bus stop along Woodward Avenue.
• Accessibility and Convenience: All our shuttles are wheelchair accessible and equipped with bike racks, ensuring everyone can join in the fun.

Experience the Woodward Dream Cruise with SMART and cruise through the nine participating communities along the 16-mile stretch of Woodward Avenue in style and comfort!

NOTICE: The Calendar of Events are subject to change without notice.

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Disney Dream current position

Disney Dream current location is at North East Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 44.64671 N / -3.84929 W) cruising at speed of 18 kn (33 km/h | 21 mph) en route to Southampton. The AIS position was reported 7 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Disney Dream

Disney Dream current cruise is 4 days, round-trip Spain Cruise From Southampton . The itinerary starts on 19 Aug, 2024 and ends on 23 Aug, 2024 .

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The 2010-built MS Disney Dream cruise ship is Walt Disney 's third (Dream-class) liner with sistership Disney Fantasy (2012).

The vessel (IMO number 9434254) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI 311042900) and registered in Nassau .

History - construction and ownership

DCL-Disney Cruise Line is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company (shipowner). The company was incorporated in 1996 as "Magical Cruise Company Ltd". Walt Disney also owns the Bahamian private island Castaway Cay (exclusive port of call - for Disney ships only) and an exclusive Cruise Terminal at Port Canaveral (Orlando Florida) . Disney cruises are marketed as "family vacations" and feature unique and exclusive activities, such as costumed Disney Characters, adults-only deck areas, dedicated facilities for teens, kids and infants-toddlers, signature (trademarked) shipboard facilities and activities, themed live entertainment.

The 4000-passenger ship Disney Dream is among industry's best cruise liners for families with small kids (younger than 8). MS Disney Dream is almost 50% larger, 2-deck taller and with 44% bigger passenger capacity in comparison to the older fleet mates Magic and Wonder . The ship design is inspired by traditional 1920s ocean liners. The vessel features a navy blue hull, 2 bright red funnels, elegant Art Deco decorations and some of the most innovative technologies and fun ideas at sea, including:

• 22 pieces of "Enchanted Art" adorning the walls of hallways - paintings and pictures that are actually framed LCD screens with a technology to recognize guests present and proceeding with one of several animations;
• wave phones in every stateroom (used to call or text other guests) and effectively replacing the old onboard beeper system (now the counselors' messages come directly to the parents' phones);
• the Magical Portholes on the walls of all Disney Dream Inside cabins (LED screens showing a real-time view of the ship).

The CLIENTELE consists almost entirely of North American travelers (the USA and Canada). The new Disney Lines approach to teens and young couples (by age-related activities and limited access onboard venues) adds a really strong appeal for multi-generational cruisers.

The DRESS CODE is similar to that of the Disney luxury resorts - day casual and evening resort casual (men - jackets (no ties) and pants, women - summer dresses). All Disney Dream sailings include one pirate and one semi-formal night. On 3-day Disney Dream cruises, one night is casual, 4-day sailings are with 2 casual evenings and on 5-day voyages 3 nights are casual.

Disney Dream TIPS (totaling the US $12 PP per day) are given to waiters (including the assistant waiters) and to cabin attendants. Additionally, a 15% gratuity on all drinks is automatically charged to guests' shipboard accounts.

Decks and Cabins

Most Disney Dream staterooms (1250 total, in 28 grades) are 205-255-ft2 Balconies. The ship has 21 Suites, 887 Balcony, 199 Oceanview and 150 Inside cabins. The largest accommodations are the Concierge Royal Suites (900 ft2 / 84 m2 plus 885 ft2 / 82 m2 terrace).

Disney Dream ship cabins are very well planned and equipped. Like on all Disney ships, Disney Dream staterooms are some of the industry's largest standard cabins, most of them designed to easily accommodate four passengers. Some of the best Disney cabins features are the ample closet space, the normal-sized living space and the split bathrooms (1 room with shower-bathtub-sink and a separate toilet and sink).

Beds on Dream are raised to allow storing 2 medium-sized suitcases underneath, staterooms also got 2 vanities, a 22-inches smart HDTV, an iPod docking station and 2 rechargeable "Wave Phones" to be used ship-wide. The Disney Dream Inside cabin has a most innovative feature (and the industry's first, for that matter) - the Magical Portholes, which are LCD screens (above the beds) in the shape of portholes, projecting a real-time view outside the ship (provided by cameras). Veranda cabins feature 2 chairs and a small table on the balcony. The Disney Dream suites. Concierge Suites and Concierge Family Cabins (Deck 11-12) are new for the line, offering direct access to the ship's concierge facilities (1 small lounge, a private sun deck area with chairs, free food and drinks).

Most 1-bedroom suites are with connecting doors (1 queen bed a sitting area with a double convertible sofa, 1 pull-down bed in the living rooms, a walk-in closet, 2 bathrooms (one with a hot-tub). The largest Disney Dream stateroom, the Royal Suite, adds to all previously mentioned a living room, a wet bar, a kitchenette, media library and a Jacuzzi on the balcony.

The boat has 14 decks , of which 9 are with cabins.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The Disney Dream three themed main restaurants are called "Animator's Palate", "Enchanted Garden" and "Royal Palace". There are 2 adults-only specialty restaurants - "Remy" (named after the "Ratatouille" movie star, French cuisine) and "Palo" (Italian cuisine) as alternative dining options. The line's Rotational Dining system allows you to rotate to each of the three main restaurants each night while your servers follow you. The Animator's Palate has screens showing animated Disney characters and themes from "Finding Nemo" movie. The Enchanted Garden is a Versailles-inspired room, featuring lighting effects, transforming day into night. The Royal Palace is princesses-themed with numerous portraits of "Cinderella" and the "Sleeping Beauty" movie characters (even the bread baskets are shaped as Cinderella's coach). The food quality is very good, the service staff is amicable and timely.

The Remy specialty restaurant is a classy place to be on any special occasion, offering a marvelous French menu and charging serious prices - a service fee of $75 PP (reservations are required, along with the formal dress code), drinks and wine are additional. The Palo restaurant is an Italian (Mediterranean) eatery with $20 cover PP (serves dinner and on selected days - Champagne brunch). Superb fish and seafood entrees, a cold buffet (meats, cheese, shrimp, salads and desserts) and several hot made-to-order items. The "Cabanas" casual dining complex on Deck 11 has several food and drink stations for hot and cold buffet items (including made-to-order omelets and sandwiches). The "Flo's Cafe" offers burgers, chicken fingers, wraps, pizza, salads.

Follows the complete list of Disney Dream restaurants and food bars.

• Enchanted Garden Restaurant (696-seat forward Dining Room, inspired by the gardens of Versailles; serves as a buffet for breakfast and lunch, full service for dinner 5:45-8:15 p.m.)
• Royal Palace Restaurant (696-seat forward Dining Room, offers complimentary French cuisine; specialty coffees and drinks are extra)
• Animator's Palate Restaurant (696- seat aft Dining Room, animator's studio design, features favorite Disney-character dinner shows; serves complimentary drinks; Rotational Dining with two fixed Dinner seatings - at 5:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.)
• Flo's Cafe (quick service restaurant with 3 food stations: "Fillmore's Favorites" (lite lunch, complimentary), "Tow Mater's Grill" (burgers bar, complimentary) and "Luigi"s Pizza")
• Cabanas (self-service complimentary restaurant with American cuisine, pasta, sushi)
• Remy (reservations-only, adults-only French specialty restaurant for lunch and dinner; aft location, bookings via the Internet or onboard)
• Palo (144-seat Italian specialty restaurant; adults-only, reservation-only; aft location; bookings via the Internet or on board).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

The Disney Dream kids cruise fun clubs are the main reason for the line's high loyalty passengers ratio. Besides all the Disney characters and most innovative technologies and fun attractions on ships, the Disney children counselors are a pretty big reason many families to repeat their visits. Always smiling and friendly, they are hugely experienced, all college educated, attentive and downright. The Oceaneer's "Club" and "Lab" facilities (ages 3-10) are connected, thus doubling the fun space. The "Oceaneer's Club" features the "Andy's Room" (with oversized Disney characters for kids to climb on) and the "Laugh Floor" (with its "laugh-o-meter" and Mike and Sully of "Monsters Inc"). The "Oceaneer's Lab" is maritime-themed, featuring an Animator's Studio and a small Sound Studio. The new Disney approach allows all kids ages 3-10 to access the same clubs with separate rooms and age-related activities.

The ship's children club is called "Edge" (ages 11-13) properly secluded on Deck 13 in the funnel. The best attractions here are the 18 ft (5,5 m) tall LCD wall, the video karaoke, and numerous interconnected PCs. The teen-only "Vibe" club (ages 14-17) is of 9,000 sq. foot (836 m2), with a fountain bar and its own sun deck and pools.

The list with adults-only entertainment venues includes a dozen different lounges and bars (cocktail places), like the "Pink's Champagne Bar", the "687" sports bar, the "Evolution" nightclub, the top-deck "Meridien" wine bar (between Palo and Remy). Public spaces are decorated in deep blue and red, with numerous "Mickeys" just about everywhere (cabin, artwork, dinnerware, railings). One of the ship's most memorable places is the 3-deck high Atrium lobby with its golden hue, the wide royalty-style winding staircase, and the Donald Duck bronze statue. The Dream Atrium is a hub area connecting restaurants, theaters, and shops. You may check emails in the Internet cafe, but there's also Wi-Fi coverage throughout the ship. Like all Disney ships, Dream has no casino.

• Fun activities on board

All Disney stage shows feature intricate sets and Disney-themed captivating performances, and the big place for grand entertainment is the Disney Theater with goldies like the "Golden Mickeys" and "Villains Tonight", new amazing stage productions, like the "Disney's Believe" (directed by Gordon Greenberg) and all the best Disney movies in 3D. The themed Disney characters onboard have always been the greatest sensation of all, and there are countless opportunities to meet and greet Mickey and company around the ship - in contrast to Disneyland, here they all are accessible and will always stop for a hug and a photo with you. Another big success is the "Pirates in the Caribbean" kids party divided into two programs - the sing-along called "Mickey's Pirates in the Caribbean" followed by the "Club Pirate" (with many special effects) and great Disney fireworks between the shows.

• SPA and FITNESS, pools, waterslide, technology

The "Senses" Spa & Salon offers all the usual treatments (haircuts, manicures) and more exotic choices (hot-stone massages, mud baths). The "Chill" is a teen-only Spa within the facility. The Fitness Center along with the usual equipment offers at additional fee Yoga and Pilates classes. The Sports Deck has a small sports court, a mini-golf course, Ping-Pong tables, a walking/jogging track.

The pool deck has a large area for family fun water activities, featuring 2 hot tubs and 2 kids pools - "Donald's" (5 ft deep) and "Mickey's" (with a spiral slide). A big attraction here is the big LED screen mounted on the funnel. There's a toddler splash area (Nemo themed) located in the center on Deck 11 with huge glass panes for parents to monitor their kids.

The AquaDuck waterslide - the ever first water-coaster at sea is located atop the ship, featuring a 765 ft (233 m) long 4-decks high transparent tube, reaching the incredible 150 ft (46 m) above the ocean (there's a 42-inch (107 cm) height requirement). The "Nemo's Reef" is a small kids waterpark. And while speaking of water and pools - the adults-only "Quiet Cove" pool area is a great place to hide from all the little angels and devils around the ship.

Follows the complete list of Disney Dream lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens, and adults.

• Walt Disney Dream Theatre (1340-seat, offers live shows, aerial acrobatics performances, grand-style productions, 3D movies; with two evening shows - at 6:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.)
• Dream's Atrium (3-deck high central ship area, featuring marble-carpet flooring, grand staircase, and panoramic glass elevators)
• Mickey's Mainsail (Disney brand logo shop for postcards, souvenirs, DVDs, toys, clothes, games)
• Sea Treasures (duty-free crystal, brand jewelry, watches, precious stones, Disney merchandise, underwear, sport, and swimming apparel)
• Whitecaps (duty-free brand jewelry, perfumes, liquor, and tobaccos)
• Bon Voyage Bar (adults-only, serving wine, beer, and cocktails)
• Buena Vista Theatre (399-seat 4D cinema, features 3D movies, Dolby Surround 7.1 and Dolby 3D movie technology)
• Preludes Bar (quick wait-service snacks & beverages bar)
• Shutters PhotoShop (photo packages, accessories, photographic services)
• Vista Cafe (atrium bar for specialty coffees and teas, dinner cocktails, complimentary snacks, and pastries; Wi-Fi spot)
• D Lounge Bar & Nightclub; Evolution Disco & Nightclub; Vista Gallery
• The District (adults only area including the District Lounge, Evolution night club, Pink Champagne Bar, 687 Sports Bar, Skyline Bar)
• Pink (adults-only champagne bar; chocolate and alcohol tasting classes)
• Skyline Lounge (adults only cocktails bar, with glass walls and 7 LED screens)
• Vibe Disco & Club Lounge (teens only)
• It's A Small World Nursery (for 3 months to 3 yo infants and toddlers; reservations required)
• Dream's Oceaneer Club (kids 3-12 yo; with four play areas with themes from Disney films); Dream's Oceaneer Lab (play area for kids 3-12 yo)
• Senses Spa & Fitness Complex (with 17 treatment rooms; 1 Whirlpool; "Rainforest Room"; "Relax Room"; Fitness Centre /health and wellbeing seminars; Beauty Salon)
• Luxurious Spa Villas (two private suites with own hot tub, private verandah, Roman bed with canopy, open-air shower)
• Quiet Cove Pool (adults only pool, served by Cove Bar; with 2 Whirlpools)
• Chill Spa (teens only spa with separate relaxation area and treatment rooms)
• Cove Cafe (adult-only, with big TV screen; Wi-Fi spot)
• Eye Scream Treats Bar (complimentary ice cream, poolside)
• Frozone Treats (iced fruit smoothies bar, poolside)
• Whozits & Whatzits (pool shop for AquaDuck related stuff)
• Donald's Pool; Mickey's Pool
• Nemo's Reef (waterplay kids zone; features characters meetings and greetings)
• Arr-cade (kids/teens video games arcade)
• Waves Bar (family poolside bar)
• Outdoor LED movie screen (24x14 ft)
• Meridian Lounge & Bar (adults-only venue for dinner cocktails)
• Currents Bar (outdoor bar for cold drinks, refreshments, cocktails)
• Edge Lounge (11-14 yo teens-only club area, with a giant video wall, interactive games, Internet)
• Goofy's Sports Deck (Walking Track, Jogging Track, 9-hole Mini Golf Course, Virtual sport games simulators, combined sports court, Ping Pong/Foosball tables)
• Radio Studio (live radio programs for Disney Dream itinerary-related news and onboard events)
• Outlook Bar (retreat area with a piano and full bar; hosts weddings receptions).

Itineraries

Between 2011-2022, Disney Dream's itinerary program was based on short-breaks (3-night and 4-night) roundtrips to The Bahamas departing from Port Canaveral/Orlando Florida . Call port destinations included Castaway Cay (DCL's private Bahamian island) and Nassau .

The ship's last voyage from Port Canaveral was on June 3, 2022 (3-day to Castaway Cay), while the last departure from Port Canaveral was on June 6st, leaving for the new homeport Miami . The first voyage from PortMiami departed on June 7th (4-day maiden voyage). Out of Miami, Disney Dream offers two itineraries: 4-day "Bahamian Cruise" (Nassau and Castaway Cay) and 5-day "Western Caribbean Cruise" ( Grand Cayman and Castaway Cay). Select 7-day Western Caribbean voyages visit Cozumel Mexico, Grand Cayman, Falmouth Jamaica).

In Port Canaveral, Disney Dream was replaced by the new Disney Wish , starting on July 22, 2022.

In 2023, Disney Dream will be homeported (for the first time) in Port Everglades/Fort Lauderdale (Florida USA) . The new homeporting (beginning November 2023) follows the European deployment (Mediterranean from Barcelona and Civitavecchia-Rome, and UK-Baltic from Southampton). The new 4- and 5-night itineraries visit ports in The Bahamas (Castaway Cay, Nassau) and Western Caribbean (Cozumel Mexico, Grand Cayman).

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Disney Dream Wiki

The Walt Disney ship Dream is company's third liner, with sistership Disney Fantasy . Each vessel is 40% larger in size than the oldest Disney ships ( Magic and Wonder ). While its capacity (at double occupancy) is 2500, the Dream-y ship of Disney can accommodate up to 4000 passengers at full/max occupancy (all berths).

The vessel (Mayer Neptun yard/hull number 687) is powered by MAN B&W marine diesel engines (3x 12-cyl, 2x 14-cyl) plus diesel generators (3x 14,4 MW, 2x 16,8 MW) with total power output 76,8 MW. The propulsion system is electric (based on two converteam propulsion motors) with total power output 26 MW, plus two FPPs (5-blade Fixed-Pitch Propellers/inward-turning).

The vessel was ordered on February 22, 2007. The design was announced on Oct 29, 2009. Vessel's construction started with the keel-laying ceremony on August 19, 2009. The exterior (hull and superstructure) was completed on June 1, 2010. The ship was launched (floated out from drydock) on October 30, 2010, and paid in full by the shipowner Walt Disney Company on December 8, 2010. Liner's first cruise/maiden voyage was on January 26, 2011. The Bahamian itinerary from homeport Canaveral-Orlando (Florida) visited Nassau and Castaway Island .

The Disney ship Dream has company's classic "ocean liner" design inspired by the 1920s-30s' passenger ships. The hull is painted in navy blue, both funnels are in bright red. The Art Deco-styled Atrium Lobby looks jazzy and elegant, with a huge glass chandelier and the bronze statue of Donald Duck - standing right in front of the marble stairway. Walt Disney's most famous character - Mickey Mouse - can be seen everywhere - in staterooms, artworks, on dinnerware, on railings. The swimming pools are small, but the AquaDuck has the craziest waterslide at sea, with a transparent tube spinning over the ocean. The ship provides numerous regularly scheduled activities for families, kids, teens and adults, and plenty of dining and entertainment options.

On November 6, 2017, on MS Disney Dream was the premiere of the "Beauty and the Beast" musical developed as an exclusive evening production show.

Disney Dream refurbishments review

The vessel's last drydock (for regularly scheduled maintenance works) was in 2020, at Damen Shiprepair Yard in Brest France .

The ship is scheduled to enter drydock in 2024 (September 16 through October 19) at Damen Brest. The drydocking project will include general maintenance and classification works, safety inspections, hull cleaning/repainting, minor steel works.

Planned refurbishment works include updates to the youth spaces (Oceaneer kids club, Edge teen club, exclusive outdoor areas), renovations to the wellness complex (including new treatment rooms), new dining options (Mexican cantina restaurant), adding the Concierge Lounge (Hercules animation-themed/1997 release).

Like on Disney Wish, on Disney Dream will be added the unique two-level Dream Tower Suite. The "funnel suite" is Fantasia animation-themed (1940 release) duplex accommodation inside the smokestack.

Youth facility refits and refurbishments will be conducted at the Edge Club (access to an exclusive sundeck fitted with a ball pit and outdoor games, new club lounge for parties) and at the Oceaneer Club (including a new Marvel-themed attraction).

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Your guide to the 2024 woodward dream cruise: what you need to know, dream cruise takes place each year on the third saturday in august.

Ken Haddad , Digital Managing Editor

DETROIT – The 2024 Woodward Dream Cruise is Saturday, August 17. Here’s everything you need to know.

The Woodward Dream Cruise is the world’s largest one-day celebration of classic car culture that attracts over 1 million visitors, and more than 40,000 muscle cars, street rods, custom, collector and special interest vehicles.

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The Woodward Dream Cruise takes place each year on the third Saturday in August, and runs between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.

What is the Dream Cruise?

In August 1995, Nelson House and a group of volunteers looked to relive and recreate the nostalgic heydays of the 50s and 60s, when youth, music and Motor City steel roamed Woodward Avenue, America’s first highway.

That year, 250,000 people participated—nearly ten times the number expected. The rest, as they say, is history.

Where is the Dream Cruise route?

The Woodward Dream Cruise spans much of the avenue: classic vehicle drivers cruise through nine participating communities (Pontiac, Bloomfield Township, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Berkley, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge and Ferndale) in Oakland County, Michigan. Spectators and cruisers travel to Metro Detroit, the birthplace of the American automobile, to participate in an event that celebrates all things automotive.

How much does it cost?

There are no fees to cruise in the event or to watch. Anyone can participate although, those not driving a classic car are asked to stay out of the two right lanes nearest to the curb.

Where do folks park?

The Woodward Dream Cruise is a spectacular experience to drive, or, merely watch and marvel from the sidelines. Public parking is available along or near the cruise route.

Public safety info

The Woodward Dream Cruise is an alcohol-free, family-oriented event. As public safety is paramount, cruisers are asked to obey all rules of the road.

Police departments from each community patrol on foot, horseback and vehicles during the Cruise to ensure a safe and family-friendly environment for everyone. A team of amateur radio operators also serve as additional “eyes and ears” of law enforcement officials along the Cruise route.

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Dos and Don'ts of the Woodward Dream Cruise

ROYAL OAK, Mich. (WXYZ) — With just a few days until hundreds of thousands fill Woodward Avenue, we spoke to those that have been attending the Woodward Dream Cruise for years to curate a list of dos and don’ts for the event.

People come from all over to see the cars and experience the thrill of old and new cars driving along Woodward. Already on Monday, cars filled up parking lots along the avenue and people were already in their lawn chairs.

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With the main event Saturday, we spoke to law enforcement officials and residents about the do's and don'ts of the event that brings in hundreds of thousands to the area.

Number one: DO is to make sure you're prepared. Bring, snacks, water, clothing for all types of weather and lawn chairs.

“I’ve found that you think you can stand up the whole time. It’s not gonna happen," Ferndale resident Robert Gregg said.

Number two: DO get to the festivities early Saturday and make sure to practice patience.

“You want to find a place to park that’s safe. You might have to walk a half mile or something like that," Troy resident James “Jimmy” O’Connel said about parking for the event.

Now to the DONT'S: do not bring alcohol with you.

“On public property, basically you can’t consume alcohol. If you go into an establishment and buy a drink, it’s perfectly acceptable," Royal Oak Police Lt Rich Mallard said.

DON'T drive erratically, as families will line all the curbs along Woodward Avenue, and safety is top priority.

"The burnouts, the erratic driving, the reckless driving, we are on the lookout for that. And there'll be patrols all the way from Ferndale up to Pontiac on Woodward," Bloomfield Township Police Department Officer Nick Soley said. "It takes one car to go into one of these crowds and that's a very bad day for everybody."

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Woodward Dream Cruise crowds taking it all in from curb to curb

By Jack Springgate

August 16, 2024 / 11:23 PM EDT / CBS Detroit

ROYAL OAK, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — We're mere hours away from the  official start of the Woodward Dream Cruise , but that didn't stop people from taking the rubber to the road a day early.

Rain or shine, people were ringing in the celebration on Friday ahead of the annual event, which someone described to me as Detroit's Mardi Gras.

"For about 20 years, I've been attending the Woodward Cruise with a group of guys. We're from all over the country. It's all about the cars. It's the comradery and friendships we've built and continue to build," said Dream Cruise participant Keith Battle from North Carolina.

For Battle and his crew, it's somewhat of a family reunion. For others, it's like opening a time capsule.

"You don't have to make noise to go fast. I'll say that first off. But if you're here long enough, you get to see just about everything which is really, can I say thrilling? It's satisfying to me anyway," said Nels T. Larson, a cruise culture aficionado long before the Woodward Dream Cruise became an official event.

Potential showers on Saturday give some attendees concerns about the number of participants who will show up in the rain.

"If it does rain it's going to hurt the crowd. There's not going to be as many people coming out. I won't bring mine out if it's pouring down rain. If it rains in the morning and clears up in the afternoon, then fine, I'll have it out here," said participant Mike Allen.

Others won't let the rain keep them from this drive they've waited all year for.

"These cars were built to drive on the roads. Outside of driving in the snow, I look at it as having an opportunity to showcase the car and show off what it was really build of," Battle said.

Everything gears up on Saturday at 9 a.m., and don't forget your umbrella just in case.

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Wheels | woodward dream cruise: where the traffic is the attraction, woodward dream cruise: where the traffic is the attraction.

On Saturday, under an unrelenting sun, a wild array of old and new machinery rumbled up and down Woodward Avenue from 9 Mile Road in Ferndale, Mich., to the avenue’s northern terminus in Pontiac. In many locations, spectators lined the street a dozen or so deep, eating, drinking and generally making merry. If the Woodward Dream Cruise is a party, it’s the kind where someone ends up wearing the lampshade. It’s a party complete with costumes, bizarre machinery and loud music. The Detroit area’s problems are many and deep, but Saturday was a day to put serious concerns aside.

I was surprised to find that traffic on Woodward Avenue moved at a better pace on the day of the Dream Cruise than it had earlier in the week. This may have been a combined result of the 90 degree temperature, which is decidedly unhealthy for older or modified cars, and a greatly reduced number of corporate displays and private parties. With numerous parking lots now available, many hot rod, classic and muscle car owners chose to leave their machines at the side of the road.

I bought a $50 parking spot for my ’55 Chevy at a funeral home near the center of the Cruise. (Despite what my friends have said, my choice of venue had nothing to do with my advanced age.) As with past Dream Cruise events, the high price of parking forced some spectators to watch the cruise while driving the street. The net result was a parade of cars that was just about evenly split between ordinary late models and enthusiast vehicles.

While some spectators watched the festivities from the air-conditioned comfort of their minivans and S.U.V.’s, many more braved the heat and sat in lawn chairs along the avenue. I worked my way through the crowd from 14 Mile Road to 13 Mile Road and spoke to a number of people. To my surprise, three of the first four couples I approached were from out of town.

Helen and Jim Senos reside in Mechanicsburg, Pa., and flew in for the cruise. Helen comes from a car-loving Detroit family, so she grew up breathing carbon monoxide. Her father, Tony Markus, was a Cadillac lover and bought a new one every year from 1957 to 1977.

Stories of Dream Cruises past reached Larry and Judy Shaffer in their St. Louis home, so they made the trip to Motown to see how many of those tales were true. Twice as nice as they thought, they said.

The Groves of Washington State got my long-distance award. They said they own seven classics, but left them all at home.

Like most enthusiasts, I’ve seen my share of rods and classics, so it’s the offbeat machinery that I find most entertaining. My favorite was probably the home-built Woody with Jaguar power, but a 1958 BMW Isetta with a supercharged V-8 in the rear was a close second. That’s a car that could probably scare me.

While beer flowed freely and the mood was decidedly loose, the crowd was well behaved. Police officers from numerous southeast Michigan towns were in attendance but remained almost invisible. However, as the clock approached the 9 p.m., the Dream Cruise’s conclusion, the police sprung into action, blocking access to Woodward turnarounds and residential streets. With a precision born of 15 years’ experience, the officers deftly diverted traffic onto I-75 and other main thoroughfares. Soon, the eight lanes of Woodward Avenue were empty, and another Dream Cruise had been put to sleep.

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If only people could have seen the Dream Cruise when it was first born. When the classics (and the modifieds) drove down Woodward unhindered and at a good pace. Unfortunately, people that did not have classics soon learned that they could drive their giant SUVs and Minis, loaded with people, on Woodward as well so that they could drive with the classics. This is unfortunate for two reasons: 1) They clutter what WAS beautiful scenery and 2) They bring traffic to a standstill. This wreaks havoc on old cars because they can’t get enough air flow and overheats the engine. I drove in the first couple, but it is just two hard anymore. So, party on Detroit, but my beautiful Metallic green, 66′ Buick Skylark convertible will be parked. //physics101.googlepages.com/DSCN0216.JPG

My great grandfather used to work for Welsch Motorcar (1910 or so), and he was their test driver. He told me (quite awhile ago, he’s been dead thirty-five years) that he used to test drive cars from Pontiac to Detroit, down Woodward, when it was partly still a gravel road. He wouldn’t see any other car on the way, he said.

After Welsch was sold to General Motors, he became the first auto mechanic in Pontiac, Michigan.

What a waste of fuel. Burning fossil fuels to drive on a crowded street so people can gawk at your car — outrageous.

Well, at least they’ll only be doing it a few more years.

Grand Rapids Michigan has a similar event called the Metro Cruise which will be held the last weekend in August this year.

Even though I live in Michigan I’ve never been to the Dream Cruise, although some of my street rodder friends never miss it. I also am not a big fan of the Metro Cruise. Too much heat and too much traffic.

“…put to sleep.”…

I think I would have gone w/”…put to bed.”. ;) Sounds too much like a Freudian slip the other way round, particularly considering the current tough times round Detroit – old Rover put to sleep by the Vet.

Are you joking, Buzz? I’m sure you burn more in your Toyota Camry every year driving back and forth to the store for a bag of chips than car fans burn on cruise nights, even if your Toyota is a hybrid. //www.rumblenote.com

Mini parade any nice evening in downtown Royal Oak.

“I loved it!” To read all the pessimism about the Dream Cruise, well I don’t get it. How’s this: I lost my house to foreclosure this year, and am living in a mens’ shelter now. Well anyways the shelter is located on Woodward just south of Davison (look on a map if you don’t know) and I walked north on Woodward to Maple crossed Woodward and walked back. I left just before 8AM and got back just after 9PM; my curfew is at 10PM on Sat., and again “I loved it” and would/will do it again! Back when I was still on my feet (financially O.K.), I drove, and I must say I missed everything. After this experience, walking is the only way to see this event as a spectator. I saw cars and things behind buildings, small lots, side streets, etc… that I otherwise would have not seen and did miss in the past. Then there where the free things; the bands, the food, the drinks, even one free T-shirt! So, in conclusion, I for one can only say this was not only a positive experience but I was (as tired as I was)up-lifted at the end of the day!

You’re harshing our buzz, Buzz. What else would Detroit have a festival for? Maple syrup? Though a dyed-in-the-wool liberal myself, I think there was more than a grain of truth to Ronald Reagan’s put down that a liberal was someone worried about someone else somewhere having a good time. Only now he can tell you all about it in a comment.

I’m glad you had a good time, Mr. Czekala.

This is an amazing festival/celebration of car culture. I encourage everyone to check it out next year, so many beautiful and classic cars (not to mention the food, beer, and overall good times)!

How about we institute an approval system: call in, get approval that your trip is a reasonable use of precious fuels, before you head out.

You know, visits to important environmental rallies would be approved. Hiking trips: absolutely. But meaningless social events revolving around cars: verbotten.

Where are all the black people? Isn’t Detroit’s population at least 70% African American?

Either this is just a poor selection of photographs or something is drastically wrong with the planning and execution of this supposedly “civic” event.

if those photos show the best cars on display, it wasn’t even worth getting out of bed for.

Mr. Jacobs,

Alas, the Dream Cruise never even touches Detroit proper. It goes through the northern suburbs from Ferndale to Pontiac, where the population is much more vanilla (though perhaps a bit strawberry on a hot summer day).

Spend a day sitting down on the side of the road in blistering heat, inhaling toxic fumes or driving at aproximitaly the same speed as they would in traffic on a week day ?… fun ???

Some classics are very cool though !!

The cars of the 1950’s and 1960’s, bold, flamboyant, lots of chrome and horsepower, throaty V-8s, evoke an era of brash confidence in America as well as the pinnacle (and the beginning of the end) of Detroit’s reign as the Motor City. Warm summer nights in Metro Detroit, with vintage Mustangs, Firebirds, Chevvys and Chargers (not to mention the DeSoto’s, Packards and Edsels) cruising up and down Woodward Ave. to the strains of the Beachboys and the Temptations bring back some of the flavor of those times. The Dream Cruise is just the official Saturday event, but the cruising goes on all summer. It’s a hoot.

the red car at the end of the photos, was a 55 plymouth, not a mercury

There is no small irony in the fact that the Dream Cruise takes place wholly outside the borders of Detroit proper.

Anyone know what car #7 is- the early 70s Charger looking shape with the Pontiac emblem?

Jacobs, as another poster mentioned. The cruise is not in Detroit (although it should be) and no Detroit is not 70 percent black – more like 90 percent. Anyway it’s a good time though I think it’s a big waste of gas.

That’s my woody, thanks for getting it some attention. I spent two years building that car and it’s fun to take it out once in a while. Like others though, she doesn’t like idling in 90 degree heat for hours at a time and I did overheat before getting home. It was still worth it.

There were a few “Buzz Killers” at the show too, seems that car shows are popular places to vent about all sorts of political and social views.

Detroit is 82% black. The Metro area is only 23% black. It’s only during events like these (and the NCAA finals, and Tigers games, and Kid Rock concerts…) that we see white folks coming in from the Metro area to the City. Believe me, I still get surprised when I see white people walking around in Detroit after business hours and on weekends. My mind always comes to the rescue by telling me it’s not that the Metro area is becoming more de-segregated (or that the City is becoming re-gentrified, if you’re pessimistic), it’s that there’s an event, and that’s why the white people are all there. I only get irked when they take my parking spot :).

As the owner of a ’65 Mustang convertible, ’08 Bullitt, and an ’04 T-Bird I look forward to Dream Cruise week all year long. I cruised Woodward many summer nights, but the smell of high octane fuel, the roar of a 428 Cobra Jet engine and other car enthusiasts giving a thumbs up during the Dream Cruise, makes living in Michigan worthwhile. I will remember the fun I had cruising and watching other great cars when I am freezing in -5 degree weather while scrapping off the ice from my windshield.

Love the jag – with a tri-carb SU setup, no less! However, those engines run hot enough as is – don’t you think a radiator might help!

That is in fact a Merc, Mr. Hendricks.

What's Next

Rubin: Will there still be a Dream Cruise in 20 years? And if so, who'll take the wheel?

The future of the Woodward Dream Cruise glided away a few nights ago before I could catch his name, or even snap his picture.

He was on a skateboard — but come 2044, I can see him piloting something with more get-up-and-go.

Someone of his vintage will need to be, if the Dream Cruise is going to keep rolling a few decades from now. A lot of someones, because let's face it: For a lot of the devotees with cruise-worthy cars, youth is in the rearview mirror.

Steve Baker, for instance, has white hair, a white beard and a red, black and orange 1941 Willys . Closing fast on age 70, he trailered his hot rod 550 miles from Mount Vernon, Indiana, to a Troy hotel, then drove it to a parking lot north of 13 Mile in Royal Oak.

"I've been out here since 10:30 this morning," he said at 6 p.m. "That's just who I am."

He had the hood of the Willys gaping wide to show off an 850-horsepower 502 big-block Chevrolet crate engine — "scary fast," he said, and shiny bait for a stream of other Medicare-eligible motorheads.

Kids, he'd been saying, just don't want to look up from their phones. And then two minutes later, or maybe three, a slender, dark-haired young man with a skateboard in one hand walked up from the opposite side of the car, pushed a camera into the engine's airspace, snapped a photo, lowered the board to the pavement, and made tracks southward to the next vehicle that caught his advanced fancy.

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Will there still be a Dream Cruise 20 years from now? It's hard to picture something so massive and so beloved fading away — but it's probably time to wonder who will be in the driver's seat.

Back to the starting line

I don't mean to rain on Saturday's annual parade of classic cars, which remains unique and astonishing and blissfully loud, but let's consider its roots.

It began in 1995 as a humble fundraiser for a soccer field in Ferndale, and it was called the Remember Woodward Dream Cruise: Remember those nights when you and your friends would make the circuit from Ted's to the Totem Pole and maybe pop by Suzie Q's and Big Boy?

Now, another question: Do you remember what you had for lunch yesterday? 'Cause the Totem Pole closed in the early 1970s, and if you had your driver's license by then, you're at least 67 years old.

Dave Reiff, of Westland, is nearly 80, in an age bracket he called "my middle earlies." He has a foot-long white beard that waves in the wind, and a chopped and channeled, primer gray 1940 Dodge pickup.

He served in the Navy in Vietnam, came to Detroit, interviewed for a job at Ford Motor in the morning and started that day on the afternoon shift. Eventually, he spent 28 years building powertrains for GM.

"I'm looking for people who are going to replace my generation," he said, as lovers and protectors of vintage vehicles.

He's willing to accept that he won't be cruising in 20 years, but can't abide the notion that someone less passionate than himself will drive the Dodge.

"In order to sleep at night," he said, "I have to know it went to a good home."

Sharing the road to the future

At a merchandise tent on 12 Mile Road at Woodward, near the entrance to Roseland Park Cemetery, Joe Herzberg spent $70 on T-shirts and pins for a cruise he won't attend.

Herzberg, 70, of Royal Oak, has a valid excuse for skipping the event for only the second time. He'll be parking his camper in the infield at Michigan International Speedway for Sunday's NASCAR race, the Firekeepers Casino 400 .

"I cruised Woodward as a kid," he said, and his parents did the same thing when they were young.

He and his wife, Carol, own a 1967 Chrysler 300 and a 1951 Chrysler Crown Imperial limo, and they'll still make the circuit on Woodward even without Dream Cruise crowds.

They have 12 grandkids, and cruising is as foreign to that pack as a Yugo.

"We tell them, 'We're just going to drive around,' " he said. "They don't get it."

He's confident, though, that cruising will endure — more confident than Carol is.

"When I look ahead," she said, "the biggest thing is gasoline. Will you even be able to find it?"

Embracing the Dream Cruise, and perhaps marketing to its participants, Roseland Park had a banner hanging from the wrought iron fence near the entrance.

"If classic cars ever died," it said, "they'd want to come here."

Linda Grudnicki, of Westland, doesn't see them fading away, but she can envision them sharing the road.

Grudnicki, 62, bought a pair of $5 Dream Cruise magnets for her husband, while thinking about her son.

Eric, 30, works in the racing division for an automotive supplier and attends the Daytona 500 every year. His vehicle of choice is a swift, customizable Subaru WRX.

Maybe, she said, the merchandise tent should sell two magnets — one sporting a classic American car, and the other a zippy Asian tuner. The path to the future at her house would start on the front of the refrigerator.

Nominating a brother

Brad Ekonen, of Birmingham, said he's mostly a truck guy. But since he's only 25, it seemed appropriate to ask whether he was the future of the Dream Cruise.

He and Lauren Biglin, 24, a nurse from Bloomfield Hills, were sitting on a low wall near Saroki's Pizza, sharing chicken tenders and a few slices. At the gas pumps outside the carryout spot north of 13 Mile, a yellow Lamborghini and a blue Camaro iRoc were filling their tanks.

"I like seeing older cars," Ekonen said, but it's Biglin's younger brother, Peter, who's the expert. They'd gone out for ice cream earlier in the week, he said, and Peter was taking deep dives into the differences between various Corvettes.

"We've seen a lot of cars drive by with a younger person in the passenger seat," Biglin said, so maybe that's the answer to the 20-year question.

Or maybe it's Peter, 19, whether he knows it or not.

"He drives a Chrysler 300, and he thinks it's the coolest thing going," she said.

By 2044, it'll technically be a classic. She still won't be impressed — but it's a start.

In five years, Neal Rubin's 2005 red woody PT Cruiser convertible will be eligible for the Dream Cruise ... if it's still running. Reach him at [email protected].

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