• amily-friendly concerts including Anything for Salinas Band, and La Original Banda el Limón
• Experience amazing performances by the Mariachi Divas and Folklórico dancers
• Bayside Amphitheater will turn up the beat and reopen for the year with live music
• Event kicks off on Cinco de Mayo with Margarita specials
• Sample a delicious, authentic menu of cuisine from across Latin America
• Annual Pass Sale from May 4- 7 with Buy One Get One 50% offer for unlimited admission and the chance to experience the park all spring and summer long for the lowest price available

Viva La Música is back at SeaWorld San Diego bringing vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and culture to the park every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from May 5 to May 21. The music never stops with a fantastic live concert series featuring Grammy award winning artists headlining the event at Bayside Amphitheater, plus ongoing live performances by cultural and local groups throughout the day at Skytower Stage. Between exciting musical performances and the celebration of Latin culture through great food, and festive décor, visitors can fill their day visiting and learning more about amazing animals and riding a variety of family-friendly rides and thrill coasters, plus more!

Sensational Live Latin Musical Performances 

Bayside Amphitheater, SeaWorld’s popular outdoor performance venue, is reopening for the year with an incredible lineup of concerts for guests to enjoy music on select Saturdays and every Sunday evening at 6 p.m. during Viva La Musica. The headliner concert lineup includes:

• May 5 & 6: Anything for Salinas Band – One of the most loved and talented Selena Quintanilla tribute artists will perform live for music fans and gives audiences the opportunity to relive all the music and magic of to the late queen of Tex-Mex, Selena!
• May 13 & 14: La Original Banda el Limón – For over two decades, the 16-member band La Original Banda El Limón has been entertaining audiences with a unique blend of traditional banda sounds and modern musical elements. Guests will experience the infectious rhythms, lively horn sections, and powerful vocals!
• May 21: To be announced soon!!

In addition, exciting cultural and live performances will take place at SkyTower Lawn during each event day, including:

• Grupo Folklorico Herencia Mexicana – Experience the passion of Grupo Folklorico Herencia Mexicana as they share the history, traditions and culture of Mexican folklore through the art of music and dance.
• Mariachi Divas – Enjoy a spirited mix of melodies, ranging from American pop music to Mexican folk songs and traditional tunes—all sung by the all-female Mariachi Divas, a groundbreaking, two-time Grammy® Award-winning musical group.

All concerts* are included with guest admission and those looking for the best seats in the house can opt to purchase reserved seating in advance of each show at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/viva-la-musica. There will also be an option to purchase a Meet & Greet package for each artist.

Spiced Up Food and Drinks All Weekend Long

In addition to amazing live concerts, the festival includes a variety of dining locations where guests can savor authentic, Latin-inspired drinks and dishes, including: 

• Fruteria offers tasty and refreshing ALL-NEW Latin-style snacks including Tostilocos, Vaso de Fruta and Chamango, all combining Mexican spices with fresh fruit or veggies. Plus, enjoy ALL-NEW Chicharrón and Sweet Chicharrón. 
• Taqueria is serving freshly made-to-order tacos including chicken tinga tacos, carnitas tacos, and a vegetarian option of pulled jackfruit plant-based tacos. Plus, enjoy Esquites and the returning favorite churro cheesecake, complete with whipped cream and caramel.
• Nachos and Tortas is grilling the finest of meat choices with Carnitas or Carne Asada Nachos and Tortas de Carne Asada or Jamón. Cool down with the returning favorite Fresas Con Crema, a delicious blend of strawberries, vanilla and cream. 

Cinco de Mayo Drink Specials

To kick off the Viva La Musica event and in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, SeaWorld is offering discounts on margaritas on Friday, May 5. At Manta Bar and Explorer’s Café Bar, guests can enjoy a 16 oz. refreshing Classic Margarita for $10. At Underwater Cantina’s Happy Hour, guests can purchase a Mezcal Margarita for $4. Happy Hour is valid 4 p.m. until park closing.

Dance Your Way Through 2023 with an Annual Pass

The best way to experience Viva La Música and see all three concerts is with an Annual Pass and SeaWorld is offering an exceptional deal this week. From May 4 through May 7, Annual Passes are Buy One Get One 50% off on all pass levels. Pass Members can enjoy unlimited admission, free parking, free guest tickets, discounts, and much, much more. Pass Members will also be among the first to ride the upcoming, all-new Arctic Rescue, the longest, fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast opening in Spring. In addition, SeaWorld is offering the Buy One Get One 50% off the 2 Park Pass for guests to enjoy unlimited visits for a full year to SeaWorld and Sesame Place.

*Concerts are subject to change.