Creed Announces Lineup for 2027 Summer Of '99 Cruise

Event Schedule and Booking Details

The fifth installment of the Summer Of '99 & Beyond Cruise is scheduled to take place from April 17-21, 2027. Produced in partnership with Sixthman, the rock celebration will travel from Miami, Florida, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, aboard the Norwegian Joy. Organizers have established a multi-tiered ticket release schedule, beginning with alumni pre-sales on April 30-May 1 and May 4-5. First-round presale signups are currently open through May 4 at 11:59 p.m. (ET), while final round signups will conclude on May 11 at 11:59 p.m. (ET).

Public on-sales are set to begin on May 13 at 2:00 p.m. (ET) exclusively through the official event website. Fans who book during the presale period can access savings of $100, though prices are scheduled to increase when the public sale begins. As an added incentive, the first 850 cabins booked will offer guests a choice between three exclusive experiences: a 30-minute Creed acoustic set, a photo with Creed, or a 30-minute Q&A session with Breaking Benjamin, all subject to availability.

Musical Lineup and Artist Experiences

The 2027 voyage follows four previous sold-out cruises and will feature Creed—consisting of members Scott Stapp, Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall, and Scott Phillips—performing two pool deck headline sets. The lineup includes very special guests Breaking Benjamin, alongside a collection of rock and alternative artists including:

• Sevendust

• Zach Myers of Shinedown

• Hoobastank

• Our Lady Peace

• Hinder

• Fuel

• Drowning Pool

• Fastball

• Sponge

• The Flys

• Ashes Of Billy

Additional artists are still to be announced for the event, which will be hosted by Eddie Trunk and DJ Rock Feed. Beyond the musical performances, the cruise promises signature artist experiences and immersive activities designed for fans and their families.

Onboard Amenities and Destination

The Norwegian Joy offers a variety of world-class amenities for cruisers, including 11 unique dining options and bars located throughout the ship. Recreational facilities on the vessel include go-karts, mini-golf, a Sports Court, and the Joy Club Casino. For relaxation and fitness, guests can access the Mandara Spa, the Body Waves Fitness Center, and a Pool Deck equipped with multiple hot tubs and waterslides.

The cruise itinerary includes a shore excursion to Great Stirrup Cay, a private island in the Bahamas known for its white sand beaches and clear blue waters. Guests who have purchased a beverage package will be able to utilize it for all-inclusive drinks while on the island. Shore excursions will become available for booking 4-6 weeks prior to the sailing date once guests receive their reservation numbers.

Creed’s Career History and Resurgence

The Grammy- and American Music Award-winning band originally formed in Tallahassee, Florida, in 1994. Over their career, they have amassed more than one billion Spotify streams with hits such as "Higher", "My Sacrifice", "One Last Breath", "With Arms Wide Open", and "My Own Prison". The band's 1997 debut album, "My Own Prison", was a major rock breakthrough, followed by "Human Clay" (1999) and "Weathered" (2001), both of which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Notably, "Human Clay" earned RIAA diamond certification for exceeding 11 million U.S. sales, a feat that places Creed in a category with bands like Van Halen, Guns N' Roses, and Metallica. After an 11-year hiatus, the group officially reunited in July 2023. Their return was marked by the immediate sell-out of two cruise festivals in April 2024, where they performed their first show of the reunion era. This resurgence has continued with more than 60 tour dates in 2024 and another 30 dates scheduled for 2025, including the band's own two-day land-based festival.