But what's driving the design behind these new spaces isn't just a desire for fresh decor. According to Zach Sulkes, Carnival’s Assistant Vice President of Beverage Operations, it’s a direct response to a massive shift in how we are vacationing—specifically, the explosive boom in premium, non-alcoholic drinks.
While Carnival's traditional alcohol sales are still growing at a healthy 10% clip on vacation, their non-alcoholic beverage category has officially grown by 15%. To capitalize on that trend, the cruise line recently rolled out its standalone "Cheers! Zero Proof" unlimited daily beverage package fleetwide.
On the Carnival Festivale, that balanced approach is built directly into the experience—introducing hyper-creative venues that celebrate premium mixology and elevated non-alcoholic options side-by-side.
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Music-Infused Mixology at Studio 724
Studio 724 on Carnival FestivaleCarnival
Nestled right inside this vibrant neighborhood are two brand-new bar concepts designed to merge live audio with craft drinks:
First up is Mix Bar, a creative, DJ-studio-inspired venue featuring a turntable-themed bar counter. Here, guests can order signature music-themed libations like the "Synth" and the "Hi-Fi," or play producer by interactively choosing different flavor "tracks" to layer together into a custom cocktail.
Seating and bar area at MixCarnival
Just down the way is The Spark, a vibrant live-music lounge designed to capture the creative energy of a songwriter's studio. The venue features cocktails inspired by iconic songs, nightly live music performances and a setting that celebrates the creative spaces where musicians and songwriters gather.
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"When we get to develop something new… I get to create new cocktails for [these venues]… it's those types of things where you get to really key into what's the flavor profile [and] how can I then accentuate that from a drink perspective."
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Coffee by Day, Martinis by Night
A first look at Festival Grounds Coffee & Bar, Carnival’s new "Up Hour" dual-concept venue.Carnival Cruise Line
On Deck 8's promenade, the line is introducing Festival Grounds Coffee & Bar. Throughout the morning and afternoon, the space operates as a bustling artisan espresso cafe to handle the ship's heavy coffee demand. But right around 3:00 PM, the venue completely flips its lighting and layout, transforming into a sophisticated, upscale cocktail and martini lounge for the pre-dinner crowd.
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For adults looking to enjoy a drink with a view on the upper decks, the cruise line is also debuting the Scenic Overlook Bar on Deck 17. Positioned right at the back of the ship, the open-air venue is designed to be the ultimate escape for traditional sail-away toasts.
More Room for a Fan Favorite
While the new concepts are taking center stage, Carnival is using the ship's expanded footprint to fix a long-standing logistical headache for repeat cruisers. The line’s signature vintage-themed Alchemy Bar is famously the most popular bar on any ship by a mile—meaning it is routinely slammed with crowds.
Between the introduction of interactive music bars, flexible day-to-night cafes, and smarter family zones, the new lineup on Carnival Festivale proves that big-ship bar menus are officially evolving to match the tastes of a much more mindful generation of travelers.
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