Carnival Sunshine FunTimes Daily Program: 8-Night Bermuda Cruise
If you’re sailing on Carnival Sunshine and want to know what a typical cruise might look like from morning through late night, these Carnival FunTimes daily programs provide a detailed example. The programs come from an 8-night Carnival Sunshine cruise that departed Norfolk on August 16, 2026, with three days in Bermuda and multiple sea days.
Carnival’s FunTimes is the ship’s daily program, covering onboard activities, entertainment, dining hours, live music, comedy, movies, casino events, shopping, spa activities, and important information for each day. Although Carnival now directs guests to the Carnival HUB App for additional schedules and opening times, the printed FunTimes remains an excellent way to see just how much can happen during a single day aboard Carnival Sunshine.
For more Carnival information, CruisePrism readers can also explore our Carnival Dining Menus, Carnival Drink Lists, and Carnival Onboard Guides for more information about restaurants, schedules and onboard activities.
Carnival Sunshine 8-Night Bermuda Itinerary
The sailing itinerary printed in the FunTimes was:
• Sunday, August 16 – Norfolk, Virginia; sail away at 4:30 p.m.
• Monday, August 17 – Fun Day at Sea
• Tuesday, August 18 – Fun Day at Sea
• Wednesday, August 19 – Bermuda; guests ashore approximately 10:15 a.m.
• Thursday, August 20 – Bermuda; back onboard at 3:30 p.m.
• Friday, August 21 – Bermuda; guests ashore approximately 8:15 a.m. and back onboard at 3:30 p.m.
• Saturday, August 22 – Fun Day at Sea
• Sunday, August 23 – Norfolk; arrival at 8:00 a.m.
The photographed FunTimes cover August 16 through August 20, giving us the embarkation day, two sea days, and the first two days of the ship’s Bermuda visit.
Day 1 – Welcome Aboard Carnival Sunshine
Sunday, August 16, 2026 was embarkation day in Norfolk. The FunTimes listed sunrise at 6:23 a.m., sunset at 7:45 p.m., and the evening attire as Cruise Casual.
The day began with embarkation-related activities before Carnival Sunshine’s scheduled 4:30 p.m. departure.
Among the afternoon activities were spa tours, Guess the Weight, the Fun Shops Preview, a free massage taster, Get to Know Your Ship, raffles, and several social events.
The mandatory safety briefing was scheduled for 11:30 a.m.
Entertainment became much busier after sail away. Evening choices included comedy, High Seas Karaoke, Guess That Song: One-Hit Wonders, bingo, live music, mixers, movies, and the Welcome Aboard Show.
The evening also featured Piano Bar Fun with Davon beginning at 10:00 p.m.
Day 1 Dining, Entertainment and Activities
The reverse side of the Day 1 program provides a useful overview of the ship’s dining and entertainment choices.
Food highlights included All Things Wings, Cucina del Capitano, and Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse. The program listed Fahrenheit 555 at $52 per person.
The ship’s music schedule included performances around the Sunshine Atrium, Lido, Ocean Plaza, Piano Bar 88, and Limelight Lounge.
Movies at the Carnival Seaside Theater included Goat at 7:00 p.m. and Tron: Ares at 9:30 p.m.
The casino was scheduled to open after sail away, while the shopping venues opened later in the evening.
For families, Camp Ocean held an Open House & Registration from 11:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.
Day 2 – First Fun Day at Sea
Monday, August 17 was the first full sea day of the cruise, with Cruise Elegant listed as the evening attire.
The schedule started early. An Early Morning Stretch was offered at 7:00 a.m., while activities throughout the morning included trivia, creativity at sea, basketball, mini golf, bingo, Guess the Weight, and the Wave Morning Show.
There was also plenty happening after lunch, including Family Trivia: Dr. Seuss, Champagne Art Auction, seminars, bingo, sports trivia, Guess That Song, and casino activities.
One of the featured family events was Seuss-a-palooza Story Time at 12:30 p.m.
By evening, the focus shifted heavily toward entertainment. Comedy performances were scheduled throughout the evening, while Showtime: Epic Rock was presented at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
The night continued with an ’80s Rock-n-Glow Party at 10:30 p.m.
Day 2 Dining, Music and Movies
The sea-day schedule demonstrates just how many venues operate simultaneously aboard Carnival Sunshine.
Dining options included All Things Wings and Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, while the regular food venue schedule listed breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and late-night options across the ship.
Music was spread among several venues. Guests could find DJ music on Lido, country and Motown performances in the Sunshine Atrium, acoustic and variety performances in Ocean Plaza, Piano Bar Fun with Davon, and late-night R&B in Limelight Lounge.
The Dive-In Movies for the evening were:
• The Bad Guys 2 – 7:00 p.m.
• Now You See Me: Now You Don’t – 9:30 p.m.
The Sunshine Casino operated around the clock in some areas, with the tables scheduled from 10:00 a.m. until late.
The FunTimes also advertised a half-price arcade Power Hour at 10:00 a.m.
Day 3 – Second Fun Day at Sea and Military Appreciation Day
Tuesday, August 18 was another full sea day and was designated Military Appreciation Day.
The morning schedule included fitness activities, trivia, arcade games, bingo, basketball, mini golf, shopping promotions, and a Military Appreciation Gathering at 10:30 a.m.
Activities continued almost nonstop into the afternoon. Passengers could choose from Bermuda Highlights, trivia, bingo, bean bag tournaments, tea time, sports activities, shopping events, spa promotions, and more.
One of the featured activities was Win a Cruise Bingo, with early card sales at 10:00 a.m., additional sales at 1:30 p.m., and the game scheduled for 2:15 p.m.
Day 3 Entertainment and Dining
The evening included High Seas Karaoke, comedy, Deal or No Deal, Guess That Groove, and an ’80s Rock-n-Glow Party.
The Punchliner Comedy Club schedule featured Trey Mack and Will Marfori, with both PG-13 and adults-only performances appearing in the daily program.
Deal or No Deal had card sales beginning at 6:45 p.m., followed by game shows at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Food options during the day included Tea Time, Seafood Shack, and Bonsai Sushi.
Tea Time was scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sunrise Restaurant, while Seafood Shack operated from 4:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Bonsai Sushi was listed from 5:00 p.m. until midnight.
Day 4 – Arrival in Bermuda
Wednesday, August 19 marked Carnival Sunshine’s arrival in Bermuda.
The FunTimes listed guests ashore at approximately 10:15 a.m., with the gangway on Deck 0 forward and midship. Unlike a typical single-day port visit, the ship was beginning a multi-day Bermuda stay.
The program also provided the Bermuda port emergency contact information and reminded passengers to carry their Sail & Sign card and government-issued photo identification when going ashore.
Even with the ship in port, Carnival maintained a substantial onboard schedule.
Morning activities included trivia, mini golf, Baby Turtle Trek, spa promotions, and Wall of Moments. Afternoon activities included several trivia sessions, Rock Paper Scissors, a spa event, and sports trivia.
Entertainment continued into the evening with High Seas Karaoke, comedy, music, movies, and activities for kids.
Day 4 Dining and Entertainment in Bermuda
With Carnival Sunshine docked in Bermuda, some onboard venues operated on adjusted schedules.
Bonsai Sushi was listed from 5:00 p.m. until midnight.
The entertainment schedule included live performances in the Sunshine Atrium and Ocean Plaza, along with Piano Bar Fun with Davon.
Movies included a 3:00 p.m. matinee of Zootopia 2, followed by evening Dive-In Movies:
• Eternity – 7:00 p.m.
• F1: The Movie – 9:30 p.m.
The Sunshine Casino and tables were scheduled from 7:00 p.m. until late, reflecting the ship’s evening schedule during the Bermuda visit.
Day 5 – A Full Day in Bermuda
Thursday, August 20 was another Bermuda day.
The FunTimes listed the gangway on Deck 0 forward and midship, with all guests required to be back onboard by 3:30 p.m.
Passengers staying aboard had a surprisingly full schedule available to them. Morning activities included an Early Morning Stretch, the Daily Porthole Puzzle, free massage tasters, trivia, mini golf, ping-pong, and Wall of Moments.
Afternoon activities included movies, trivia, mini golf, Majority Rules, sports, Guess That Song: ’90s, family activities, and spa promotions.
The schedule became considerably busier as passengers returned from Bermuda in the afternoon.
Day 5 Evening Activities After Bermuda
The evening schedule included comedy, karaoke, live music, trivia, shopping events, casino activities, and Showtime: Studio VIP.
Karaoke Competition began at 6:30 p.m. in the RedFrog Pub, while Studio VIP had performances scheduled at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
A Beer Pong Tournament was also held at the RedFrog Pub, with sign-ups at 9:15 p.m. and the tournament at 9:30 p.m.
Silent Nights ran from 9:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on Lido.
The dining section shows several familiar Carnival Sunshine venues operating during the day and evening, including Bagels @ Sea, Ji Ji Asian Kitchen, Guy’s Burger Joint, Bonsai Sushi, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano, BlueIguana Cantina, and the Lido Marketplace.
Ji Ji Asian Kitchen was listed at $24 per person for dinner from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Day 6 – Last Day in Bermuda
Day 7 – Last Fun Day at Sea
What Activities Are Available on Carnival Sunshine?
These five days illustrate how varied Carnival Sunshine’s onboard activity schedule can be.
Depending on the day, passengers could choose from:
• Trivia and game shows
• Bingo
• Karaoke
• Live music
• Comedy
• Production shows
• Dive-In Movies
• Casino games
• Mini golf
• Basketball
• Ping-pong
• Spa activities and seminars
• Art events
• Shopping events
• Fitness activities
• Family programming
• Kids and teen activities
• Dance parties
• Piano bar entertainment
The schedule changes considerably depending on whether Carnival Sunshine is at sea or in port.
Sea days naturally have the most densely packed programs, with activities beginning early in the morning and continuing beyond midnight.
Carnival Sunshine Live Music and Nightlife
Live music appears throughout these FunTimes programs and takes place across several venues rather than being concentrated in one location.
The photographed sailing included performances in the Sunshine Atrium, Ocean Plaza, Lido, Piano Bar 88, and Limelight Lounge.
Different musical styles appeared throughout the cruise, including country, acoustic music, Motown, R&B, classic rock, DJ sets, and piano bar performances.
Late-night events included themed parties, karaoke, comedy, casino gaming, and adult-oriented entertainment.
Carnival Sunshine Comedy
The Punchliner Comedy Club was one of the most frequently advertised entertainment options during this sailing.
Multiple comedians appeared during the cruise, with the FunTimes distinguishing between family-friendly or PG-13 performances and adults-only R-18+ shows.
The comedy venue used during these photographed days was primarily the Limelight Lounge on Deck 4 aft.
Because comedians and show schedules change from sailing to sailing, these programs are best used to understand the format and frequency of Carnival comedy rather than as a schedule for a future cruise.
Dining Hours on Carnival Sunshine
One particularly useful part of the FunTimes is the Food Venue Open Hours section.
Rather than assuming every restaurant operates all day, passengers can see exactly when individual venues are scheduled to open.
The programs show options including:
• Lido Marketplace
• BlueIguana Cantina
• Guy’s Burger Joint
• Pizzeria del Capitano
• Cucina del Capitano
• Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse
• Ji Ji Asian Kitchen
• Bonsai Sushi
• Seafood Corner
• Carnival Deli
• Swirls
• Sunrise Restaurant
• Lucky Bowl
• Empanada & Pie
• All Things Wings
Some venues operate for only a few hours, while others remain available late into the night.
Checking dining hours is particularly important on port days, when schedules can differ from sea days.
Using FunTimes and the Carnival HUB App
The printed programs repeatedly direct passengers to the Carnival HUB App for additional information and opening times.
That makes the two resources complementary. FunTimes provides an easy overview of the day, while the app can be used to check current schedules and additional onboard information.
For anyone researching a future Carnival Sunshine sailing, these programs are particularly valuable because they show the pace of a real cruise rather than simply listing which attractions exist aboard the ship.
Sea Days vs. Bermuda Port Days
The difference between the sea-day and port-day schedules is easy to see.
On sea days, Carnival Sunshine offers activities throughout virtually the entire ship from early morning through late night. Trivia, bingo, sports, live music, spa events, shopping promotions, casino activities, movies, and entertainment overlap throughout the day.
During the Bermuda visit, daytime programming becomes lighter while many passengers are ashore. Activity levels increase again later in the afternoon and evening.
Because this itinerary included multiple days in Bermuda, passengers had the unusual flexibility of spending significant time ashore while still having onboard activities available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carnival FunTimes?
FunTimes is Carnival Cruise Line’s daily program. It provides information about activities, entertainment, dining hours, live music, movies, shopping, spa events, casino activities, and other events happening around the ship.
Are these FunTimes from Carnival Sunshine?
Yes. The photographed programs specifically identify Carnival Sunshine and cover an August 2026 sailing.
What itinerary are these Carnival Sunshine FunTimes from?
They come from an 8-night cruise from Norfolk with three days in Bermuda and multiple Fun Days at Sea.
What dates are included in these daily programs?
The photographed programs cover Sunday, August 16 through Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Does Carnival Sunshine have activities on port days?
Yes. These FunTimes show onboard activities continuing while Carnival Sunshine was in Bermuda, although the daytime schedule was lighter than on sea days.
Does Carnival Sunshine have comedy shows?
Yes. Multiple Punchliner Comedy Club performances appear throughout these programs, including both earlier shows and adults-only late-night comedy.
Are there Dive-In Movies on Carnival Sunshine?
Yes. The FunTimes list several movies at the Carnival Seaside Theater during this sailing.
Does Carnival Sunshine have live music?
Yes. These daily programs show live music in venues including the Sunshine Atrium, Ocean Plaza, Lido, Piano Bar 88, and Limelight Lounge.
Are restaurant hours listed in Carnival FunTimes?
Yes. Each photographed daily program includes a Food Venue Open Hours section showing the operating schedule for numerous dining venues.
Are these schedules the same on every Carnival Sunshine cruise?
No. Activities, entertainers, dining hours, movies, port schedules, and other programming can change from one sailing to another. These FunTimes should be used as an example of what was offered during this specific August 2026 cruise.
Should I still use the Carnival HUB App onboard?
Yes. The FunTimes themselves direct passengers to the Carnival HUB App for additional information and opening times.
Final Thoughts
These Carnival Sunshine FunTimes provide an unusually detailed look at what an 8-night Bermuda cruise can be like aboard the ship. The photographed programs cover embarkation day, two full sea days, and the first two days in Bermuda, making it possible to compare the pace of onboard life throughout different parts of the itinerary.
The sea days are packed with trivia, bingo, comedy, live music, movies, casino events, fitness activities, shopping, family programming, and evening entertainment. The Bermuda days are quieter while passengers explore ashore, but Carnival continues offering activities onboard and builds back to a full entertainment schedule later in the day.
For anyone planning a Carnival Sunshine cruise, the biggest takeaway is how much the daily schedule changes. Rather than trying to plan every hour before boarding, use programs like these to understand what Carnival typically offers, then check the current FunTimes and Carnival HUB App once onboard for the exact activities, restaurant hours, entertainment, and schedules available during your own sailing.
