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The PJ Party

Encouraging guests to wear their best pyjamas, the PJ Party offers a memorable night of music, dancing, and unexpected surprises.

The PJ Party on Virgin Voyages cruise ships
The PJ Party on Virgin Voyages cruise ships © Photo by VV Insider

About The PJ (Pyjama) Party

Virgin Voyages’ PJ Pyjama Party is a vibrant event designed to kickstart the cruise with a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Encouraging guests to wear their best pyjamas, the PJ Party offers a memorable night of music, dancing, and unexpected surprises.

Dress Code

As with everything on Virgin Voyages, there is no strictly enforced dress code. However you would be missing out if you didn’t don your finest pyjamas for this landmark event (Just keep in mind, always make sure you keep your choice within Virgin’s policies). Guests often use this first-night party to show off their silly side. Outfits range from fluffy dinosaur onesies to racy black negligees!  Read Our Guide on “Planning Outfits for Themed Nights”.

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PJ Party VV Insider T-Shirt
PJ Party VV Insider T-Shirt© Photo by VV Insider

Setting and Timing

The PJ Party is often hosted on the first night of the voyage at 11pm, helping to kick off the voyage. It is usually held at the Athletic Club on Deck 16, providing a spacious environment for the party. However, in case of bad weather, the event is relocated to The Manor nightclub to ensure that the party goes ahead as planned.

During bad weather the PJ party will be held in The Manor
During bad weather the PJ party will be held in The Manor© Photo by VV Insider
Athletic Club
When weather permits the PJ party is held at Athletic Club© Photo by Virgin Voyages

Grog Walk Finale

For those participating in the ‘Grog Walk‘ pub crawl, the PJ Party serves as the finale after taking a brief detour to change into pyjamas. The PJ Party with its playful theme, energetic entertainment, and array of surprises is worth a visit.

Music & Surprises

The music at the PJ Party is a nostalgic mix of 90s and 00s hits, with some cheesy dance breaks thrown into the mix. A series of surprises await throughout the night, promising to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging.

Highlights of the party often include musical numbers from The Hostess & The Diva, a fun interruption from oversized canine visitors during the “Who Let The Dogs Out” number. There is also a pyjama contest with prizes for best dressed.

Gila Moonstar & Milly the Hostess at the PJ Party
Gila Moonstar & Milly the Hostess at the PJ Party© Photo by VV Insider

PJ Party Rules

  • Grab a drink of your choice & kick back – you’re officially voyaging!
  • Dancing is welcome – telling others not to? Not cool.
  • Expect nothing, sing along to everything!
  • Special treats await you (if you’re still awake, of course).
  • Whatever you do: Don’t feed the dogs!

And don’t forget: Sailors just wanna have fun!

PJ Party Drinks

The full set of menus from either The Athletic Club Bar or The Manor will be available with an additional set of PJ party exclusive cocktails on offer.

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About the author

Co-Founder and Director. David has a background in web design and development and writes travel content, vacation guides and tips about Virgin Voyages.


2 Comments

  1. TK says:

    In regard to “Just keep in mind, always make sure you keep your choice within Virgin’s policies.” under the Dress Code part, I assume this is referring to “Indecent Exposure or nudity (for example, wearing jockstraps in public violates this policy)”. I take it a regular thong/g-string is passable for males for the dress up nights and pool?

    1. VV Insider says:

      Hi TK, this is correct, we’ve not really seen anything enforced around this ever however.

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