The river cruise operator has announced the onboard entertainment programme for its 'VIVA LGBTQ+ & Friends Cruise'
The seven-night cruise departs July 29th, 2026, onboard VIVA ONE and will sail from Dusseldorf to ports such as Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Nijmegen.
The sailing coincides with World Pride 2026 in Amsterdam, running from July 25th to August 8th, 2026. Guests will be in the city during the celebrations, including the World Pride Parade, which will take place along the city’s canals.
Onboard entertainment will include drag shows, live singing performances, comedy theatre shows, music bingo, talks on diversity and inclusion, afternoon tea with live piano music and DJ-led evenings. The headline host has been announced as Hoax LeBeau.
Other artists set to appear are Sederginne, Abby OMG!, Ma'Ma Queen, and The Countess.
VIVA ONE has capacity for 176 guests. Onboard facilities include the main Riverside restaurant, VIVA’s Bistro, a panoramic lounge, sun deck, whirlpool, spa area with steam room and sauna, and rental bikes. Prices lead in from £2075 per person.
Michelle Daniels, country manager UK & Ireland, Australia & New Zealand at VIVA Cruises, commented, “Our ‘VIVA LGBTQ+ & Friends Cruise’ has been designed to celebrate diversity and the joy of travelling together. World Pride in Amsterdam will be an incredible moment for the LGBTQ+ community and their friends, and this sailing gives guests the chance to experience the celebrations from the heart of the city, while enjoying a vibrant programme of entertainment onboard."
