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SeaWorld San Diego Unveils 60th Anniversary Celebration Plans for 2024!

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SeaWorld is turning 60 this year, and SeaWorld San Diego has big plans to celebrate all year long, starting on March 21st – 60 years to the day that SeaWorld first opened its gates in San Diego. Plus, for a limited time, guest can purchase Tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes for up to 50% off. 

To get the celebration started, SeaWorld San Diego is hosting a 60th Anniversary launch party March 21-24 that will feature:

  • A celebratory cake cutting at park opening with Byron Surrett, Chief Parks Operation Officer. Byron will speak to guests and reflect upon the company’s 60 years. This ceremony will take place each day at 10 a.m., and guests will receive a free cupcake, while supplies last.
  • Special limited-edition food & beverage options, including the return of the beloved Shamu cookie, a blue velvet cake, a 60th Anniversary Burger, 60th Anniversary Donut, specialty cocktails and mocktails, and a special 60th Anniversary IPA in partnership with Mike Hess Brewing. This new beer will be a spin on Mike Hess’s beloved West Coast IPA, with an expansion of the bright citrus, pine, and resin notes and more fruit characteristics.
  • New and exclusive vintage merchandise, including reusable water bottles, plush animals, snow globes, backpacks, notebooks, blankets, t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, a custom Precious Moments collectible, and more.
  • A custom Precious Moments collectible highlighting a memorable moment at SeaWorld titled “Sea a World of Wonder.” This limited-edition figurine will only be available for purchase while supplies last. Precious Moments sculptor Hiko Maeda will be at the park to sign purchased figurines and meet fans on March 21 – 24. Times will vary by day and will be available on the daily park schedule.
  • For the first time in recent years, guests can see Shamu & Crew together again and take a commemorative photo with them. Kids of all ages will love meeting costume characters – Shamu, Coral the Dolphin, Sydney the Shark, Shivers the Polar Bear, Puck the Penguin, and Flip the Sea Lion!
  • Commemorative in-park screens sharing memorable moments in the parks from guests and ambassadors. Guests are invited to share their own images and videos of their favorite SeaWorld memories using #SeaWorld60.
  • A special gallery of historic photos and memorabilia from the park over the past 60 years will be located at Explorer’s Café.

To add more excitement to 2024, the new “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience exhibit” will be opening later this year. The first of its kind for SeaWorld parks, the Jellyfish Experience will be the newest immersive and interactive aquarium at the park.  Guests to the new exhibit will be greeted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three unique galleries as if diving into the heart of the ocean.  Each of the three galleries will feature a jelly species to discover including Moon Jellyfish, Pacific Sea Nettles, Upside-Down Jellyfish, and Comb Jellies. Through educational components and aquarist staff within the exhibit, guests will learn from experts what makes a jellyfish, the beauty and diversity of the translucent species, their behaviors and patterns, and how they have adapted to some of the most extreme environments on Earth.  

Plus, coming soon, exciting new presentations and shows, craveable new food and beverage options and more exclusive, collectible merchandise.

Enjoy Egg-cellent Family Fun During Elmo’s Eggstravaganza at Sesame Place San Diego!

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he park will celebrate Easter fun during Elmo’s Eggstravaganza from March 23 to April 7, with water rides opening for the season on March 23!

Sesame Place® San Diego, the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street, will celebrate Easter during Elmo’s Eggstravaganza from March 23 to April 7. This family-friendly event, which is included with park admission, will be offered daily and will include scavenger hunts, special storytimes, photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, and everyone’s favorite furry friends dressed in their Easter best. The park’s water attractions will open for the Spring and Summer seasons beginning on March 23 for guests to enjoy splashy family fun.

Egg-cellent Entertainment During Elmo’s Eggstravaganza

Sesame Place San Diego will be celebrating Easter with a variety of exciting springtime activities for families to enjoy every day from March 23 to April 7! Offerings include:

  • Easter Bunny Photo Opportunities – Guests can meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny during a special photo experience in the park.
  • Golden Egg Hunt – One golden egg will be hidden somewhere in the park each day of Elmo’s Eggstravaganza. The first guest who finds and turns it in at Sesame Souvenirs will win an exclusive prize.
  • Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt – What would Easter be without an Easter egg hunt? Guests can go on a fun-filled scavenger hunt to find all the Easter eggs hidden around the park. Free activity sheets can be picked up and turned in when completed at Sesame Souvenirs for a special prize.
  • Furry Friends Bunny Hop Dance Party and Games – An egg-cellent way to burn off some energy… jump, bounce, and hop along with Sesame Street friends at the Furry Friends Bunny Hop Dance Party. Plus, participate in special games and races!
  • Easter Storytime – Children of all ages can gather and enjoy a special storytime at Abby’s Garden featuringThe Great Easter Race. It’s an egg-straordinary spring tale featuring Elmo, Cookie Monster, and more!
  • Special Meet & Greets – Every Sesame Place event brings unique photo opportunities for guests! Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and more will greet guests and take photos in their special Easter attire during the event. 

Splash into Spring & Summer with Waves of Fun

Sesame Place’s exciting water attractions will open for the Spring and Summer seasons on March 23. The park’s water attractions offer something for the whole family – including The Count’s Splash Castle, the park’s newest addition which features 111 play elements across the multilevel play structure. Toddlers and small children will love splashing around in Elmo’s Silly Sand Slides, while older children will enjoy the thrill of Cookie’s Monster Mixer and Oscar’s Rotten Rafts! 

In addition to the open water attractions, guests can enjoy exciting rides including Super Grover’s Box Car Derby and the Sunny Day Carousel, an engaging musical play area, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood complete with the iconic 123 Stoop, daily live character shows, an award-winning parade, and more. Dine with Elmo & Friends at the ALL-NEW Sunny Day Café, where guests can join a delicious meal alongside Elmo and their favorite furry friends, will be opening later in 2024 for a dining adventure the whole family will love!

Kids Visit FREE Through March 31

For those looking to stay for a full day of fun at Sesame Place, Kids Go Free is back with free admission for kids ages 3 to 9 when accompanied by an adult with a paid ticket. This offer is available through March 31. Plus, kids under three get to visit for free year-round!

For families looking for year-round fun, splash into spring during the Spring Break Sale and snag a Season Pass for as low as six payments of $24.50!

Sesame Place San Diego is located at 2052 Entertainment Circle in Chula Vista. For more information and to purchase tickets and Season Passes visit SesamePlaceSanDiego.com. For the most recent updates, fans can follow Sesame Place San Diego on Facebook and @SesamePlaceCa on Instagram. 

About Sesame Place San Diego

Sesame Place San Diego is the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show, Sesame Street. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from San Diego and 2.5 hours from Los Angeles, this 17-acre theme park is perfect for families with kids of all ages and has been designated as a Certified Autism Center. The new theme park features 18 Sesame Street-themed rides and exciting water attractions, a family-friendly rollercoaster and a 500,000-gallon wave pool – one of the largest in Southern California. The park also features an engaging musical play area, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood complete with the iconic 123 Stoop, daily live character shows, an award-winning parade, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities and of course, everyone’s favorite furry friends. Celebrate family-friendly events all year long at Sesame Place, including Elmo’s Springtacular, Sesame Summer Splash, The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular, and A Very Furry Christmas.

SeaWorld San Diego’s Seven Seas Food Festival Returns with Expanded Menu of All-New Flavors from Around the World!

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his year’s menu includes ALL-NEW food and drink options among the menu of over 100 unique, fresh, and flavorful items inspired by signature dishes from around the world

SeaWorld San Diego’s popular Seven Seas Food Festival returns in 2024 with an array of ALL-NEW flavors for guests to sip and savor. This incredible seasonal event runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, now through April 28. Guests will taste flavors from around the world while strolling between award-winning attractions and incredible animal presentations. With over 100 food and drink options inspired by global cuisine, food enthusiasts and families will discover a gastronomic journey at food locations scattered throughout the park, highlighting delicacies inspired by German, Asian, Mexican, and Mediterranean cuisine among others. With single-day tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes at 30% off for a limited time, there is no better time than now to see all that SeaWorld has to offer.

Some of the ALL-NEW food items guests can taste this year include:

  • NEW Braised Bratwurst: Served on a Pretzel Bun with Warm Potato Salad
  • NEW Schnitzel Sandwich Melt: Served on Rye Bread
  • NEW Sauerbraten with Spaetzle: Braised Beef Marinated in Wine, Vinegar, and Spices with Egg Noodles
  • NEW Tahitian Tuna: Tuna, Coconut Milk, Lime, Onion, Tomato, Cucumber, and Green Bell Peppers
  • NEW Tri Tip Bao Bun: Bao Bun, Tri Tip, and Kimchi
  • NEW Chicken Tikka Masala: Served over Rice 
  • NEW Stir Fry: Noodles, Cabbage, Shredded Carrots, Green Onions, and Soy Sauce 

There are also ALL-NEW refreshing drinks & cocktails guests can enjoy while savoring their way around the world at this year’s Seven Seas Food Festival including:

  • NEW Milk Tea: with Boba
  • NEW Lucky Dragon Punch: Passion Fruit, Orange, Guava, Sparkling Water, Lychee Popping Boba
  • NEW Seven Seas Spiked Seltzer: with Popping Boba
  • NEW Santorini Lemonade: Lemonade, Pomegranate, and Mint
  • NEW Berlin Mule: Ginger Beer, Lime Juice, and Jagermeister
  • NEW Sea Breeze: Cranberry, Vodka, and Grapefruit 
  • NEW Tiki Punch: Tequila, Coconut Rum, Blue Curacao, Lime and Mint
  • New Fortune Fizz: Vodka, Midori, Sweet and Sour, Sparkling Water

Guests can also relax with ice-cold beer available throughout the park from several local and regional breweries like:

  • Abnormal Beer Co.
  • AleSmith Brewing Company
  • Babe Hard Kombucha
  • Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits
  • Belching Beaver
  • Bivouac Cider Works
  • Karl Strauss
  • Mike Hess
  • Pizza Port
  • Thorn Brewing Co.

In addition, guests will experience atmospheric entertainment in each Seven Seas Food Festival area, from the excitement of Polynesian fire knife dancers and traditional Lion Dance performers, to the authentic sounds of Taiko Drummers and an ALL-NEW Bavarian Band!

From special events and shows, to live music and character experiences, combined with thrilling coasters and attractions, plus award-winning, educational animal presentations and exciting activities, there’s truly ‘So Much More to Sea’ at SeaWorld during the 60th Anniversary year.

Best Way to Savor & Sip

Discover boundless combinations of food and drink selections with a Seven Seas Food & Beverage Sampler. Guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 10-item sampler starting at only $70 or take it up a notch and with the fan-favorite 15-item sampler for the best savings at $85. SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 18 samples for the price of 15 (that’s 3 bonus samples!).

A complete menu of the Seven Seas Food Festival dishes and drinks can be found online atwww.SeaWorldSanDiego.com/7Seas.

Spring into Savings with the Spring Break Sale

Right now, for a limited time during the Spring Break Sale guests can save up to 30% on tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes. With new offerings introduced for 2024, SeaWorld San Diego has the best benefits ever for 2024 Annual Pass Members. Guests can enjoy up to $2,365 worth of special benefits, including unlimited year-round admission for amazing animal experiences, thrilling attractions, and incredible seasonal events. Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits, and first to know about major park announcements. In 2024, Pass Members will be the first to view SeaWorld’s newest exhibit, Jewels of the Sea, A Jellyfish Experience, the immersive and interactive aquarium.

For more information, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld

SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

Mardi Gras is Back at SeaWorld San Diego Starting January 27 with More Authentic Flare, Food and Festivities than Ever Before!

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The event, included with park admission, lets the good times roll on select dates through February 25!

SeaWorld San Diego is rolling out the New Orleans flare, food, and festivities with the return of Mardi Gras starting January 27. During the event, guests will feel the vibes of Mardi Gras in the park with an ALL-NEW opening ceremony led by the Mardi Gras King and Queen, a Mardi Gras processional, atmospheric performers, live music, and delicious authentic food and beverage options. The event is included with park admission and will run on weekends through February 25, including Friday, February 16 and Monday, February 19.

“We’re always excited to bring Mardi Gras to the park, and we hope guests are looking forward to seeing the offerings they loved last year return to the park again, along with an all-new opening ceremony featuring a Mardi Gras King and Queen,” said Kira Lange, Vice President of Entertainment at SeaWorld San Diego. “While we might not be in New Orleans, guests can still join the party and dance through the park while enjoying the live music, authentic food & beverages, colorful décor, and exciting atmospheric entertainment.” 

Lively Bourbon Street-Style Entertainment

Guests are cordially invited to join the park’s colorful cast of performers to let the good times roll! They can check the daily schedule to make sure they don’t miss any of the exclusive experiences, event including: 

  • ALL-NEW Mardi Gras Opening and Closing Ceremonies – Guests can join the King and Queen as they kick off and conclude Mardi Gras festivities at the SkyTower Stage each event date. New Orleans-style ceremonies include the SeaWorld Brass Band, Mardi Gras performers, and festive fun.
  • Mardi Gras Processional – Guests are invited to join in and walk with SeaWorld performers and the Mardi Gras brass band! Guests will love dancing through the park pathways to lively music.  
  • Mardi Gras Atmospheric Entertainment – Let the good times roll with performances from stilt-walkers, comedy magicians, hoop performers, and jugglers as they take over SkyTower Lawn.
  • Mardi Gras Performers & Activities – Throughout the day near SkyTower stage, guests can see talented SeaWorld performers as they show off their costumes and lead family-friendly games and activities. While at SkyTower lawn, guests can try their hand at bead toss, have their face painted, and then join the performers for dancing!

Tastes of New Orleans

Mardi Gras isn’t complete without delicious New Orleans-style food and drinks! Guests will be able to enjoy the tastes of the South with a chef-curated specialty menu items created for the event. 

Guests can indulge in classic food dishes including a choice of Fried Shrimp or Roast Beef Po’Boys, Muffulettas, Andouille Sausage and Shrimp Jambalaya, Hush Puppies, and more. A sweet side of Mardi Gras returns with Beignets or guests can opt for Lemon Flavored Mardi Gras Bundt Cake, both pair perfectly with a tasty Café Du Monde Coffee. Drink options will also be aplenty, with a beer trailer and mimosa bar serving Hurricanes, Blue Raspberry French 75, and Purple Haze Abita Brewing Raspberry Lager.

Guests looking to try all these delicious, limited-time food options can purchase a Mardi Gras Food & Beverage Sampler. Guests can choose a 5-item sampler starting at only $40 or take it up a notch and with the 10-item sampler for $60. SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 12 samples for the price of 10.

Mardi Gras event times are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please see seaworld.com/san-diego/park-info/theme-park-hours for the daily schedule.

A Year of Fun at SeaWorld

Mardi Gras is just one part of an exciting 2024 event lineup at SeaWorld San Diego. Other upcoming events include:

  • Seven Seas Food Festival: March 1 – April 25 (Select Dates)
    Seven Seas Food Festival will return in March and April where guests can sip and sample the world with delicious international food offerings, craft beers, cocktail and wine options, live performances, and more. With a globally inspired, unique menu, guests will sample their way across the oceans and sip on perfectly paired craft beers, cocktails, and wine selections.
  • Viva La Música: May 3 – 19 (Select Dates) 
    Viva La Musica brings vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and culture to the park. The music never stops with a fantastic live concert series, plus ongoing live performances by cultural and local groups throughout the day. 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!
  • Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience: Opening in Spring 2024
    The first of its kind for SeaWorld parks, the Jellyfish Experience will be the newest immersive and interactive aquarium at the park.  Guests to the new exhibit will be greeted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three unique galleries as if diving into the heart of the ocean. 

Best Way to Play is with a SeaWorld San Diego Annual Pass

With new offerings introduced for 2024, SeaWorld San Diego has the best benefits ever for 2024 Annual Pass Members. For as low as $13.25 a month, with no down payment, guests can enjoy up to $2,365 worth of benefits including unlimited year-round admission for amazing animal experiences, thrilling attractions, and incredible seasonal events. Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits, and first to know about major park announcements. Pass Members are invited to be the first to party at Mardi Gras with an exclusive preview in advance the event starting. In 2024, Pass Members will be the first to view SeaWorld’s newest exhibit, Jewels of the Sea, A Jellyfish Experience, the immersive and interactive aquarium.

For more information, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld 
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

SeaWorld San Diego’s Inside Look Event is Back Starting January 13th with All New Behind the Scenes Experiences!

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An all-new dining experience with rescued animals, a jellyfish-focused Aquarium Lab tour, and more offer guests endless ways to spend their day learning about animals from the park’s dedicated team of animal care specialists.

Inside Look is returning to SeaWorld San Diego on Saturday, January 13 and continuing on select dates through Sunday, January 21. During the event, which is included with park admission, park visitors will have special access to areas of the park normally not open to general park guests, including the Rescue Center, as well as all-new opportunities to hear from animal care specialists about the park’s belugas and otters, see jellyfish up close, and learn about rescued animals.

“Inside Look is an awesome opportunity for our guests to learn about our incredible animals in new and unique ways as well as meet our zoological specialists as they share their passion for the animals they care for. Education and wildlife conservation have been the core of SeaWorld’s mission for 60 years, and we hope that guests will take home a little piece of inspiration to make a change in their daily lives that will help protect our planet’s wildlife” said Eric Otjen, Vice President of Zoological Operations at SeaWorld San Diego. “We’re especially excited to share what we’re learning about jellies as we gear up for the opening of Jewels of the Sea, our new jelly exhibit opening this year.”

Guests can check the daily schedule to make sure they don’t miss any of theall-new and returning exclusive experiences, including: 

All-New Aquarium Lab Jellyfish Tour: This paid upgrade allows guests to go behind the scenes at the Aquarium Lab to see and learn more about moon jellyfish, a species that will be featured in The Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience exhibit opening in 2024. Guests will have the opportunity to hear about and interact with archer fish and cleaner shrimp.


All-New Inside Look Dine with Animals: For the first time, guests can upgrade their day and have the exciting ability to enjoy a delicious meal while learning more about unique rescued animals for an additional fee. At Nautilus Pavilion, guests will listen to the powerful stories of these incredible rescuedmarsupials, primates, and reptiles while enjoying a delicious chef-curated buffet meal.

Animal Care Inside Look: In addition to daily animal presentations, SeaWorld Animal Care Specialists will be hosting special Trainer Talks where guests can learn about animal behaviors, feeding, and husbandry. These 20-minute presentations will be offered daily at Orca Encounter, Dolphin Point, Sea Lion & Otter Stadium, Penguin Encounter, and for the first time, Wild Arctic Beluga Viewing Area and Otter Outlook.


Inside Orca Care Program: During this paid upgrade, visitors will meet and hear from the dedicated animal care specialists who safeguard the health and well-being of our killer whales. Park guests will view a learning and training session between the orcas and their animal care team to better understand the dynamics of caring for SeaWorld’s largest residents. 

Inside the SeaWorld Rescue Center: Guests will have a special opportunity to tour areas of SeaWorld Rescue Center, a back area of the park where the Rescue Team brings hundreds of rescued animals each year for rehabilitation. During this experience, members of the SeaWorld Rescue team will share stories about recent rescues and tour guests through the Rescue Center showing the animal care hospital and rehabilitation areas. In addition, guests will get an up-close look at the rescue truck and inflatable boat used in rescues. 

Inside and Underwater at Turtle Reef: At the Turtle Reef exhibit, guests will be able to watch zoological scuba divers interact with the turtles in the reef and play games with guests while educators share information and answer questions.

Meet Animal Conservation Ambassadors: Guests can learn and see a variety of unique rescued animals during the Feathers, Scales, and Furry Rescue Tails presentation located at Nautilus Amphitheater. This fun and educational presentation at Mission Bay Theater shares the story of Conservation Ambassadors, animal care, and rescue. Guests will meet many incredible rescued animals, such as marsupials, primates, and reptiles, and learn about their unique stories.

Connections with Conservation Partners: Inside Look will spotlight conservation organizations in the local community that SeaWorld partners with as a part of “Inside Look Connections” on Skytower Lawn. Organizations such as Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute, Living Coast Discovery Center, Project Wildlife, Helen Woodward Animal Center, Surfrider Foundation, as well as SeaWorld Rescue, will have booths where guests can ask questions and learn about their important work. 

To further enhance their Inside Look experience, guests can pick up an Inside Look passport and visit certain Inside Look locations for a special stamp. Inside Look is included with park admission. Event times are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please see seaworld.com/san-diego/park-info/theme-park-hours for the daily schedule.

Best Way to Play is with a SeaWorld San Diego Annual Pass

With new offerings introduced for 2024, SeaWorld San Diego has the best benefits ever for 2024 Annual Pass Members. For as low as $13.25 a month, with no down payment, guests can enjoy up to $2,365 worth of benefits including unlimited year-round admission for amazing animal experiences, thrilling attractions, and incredible seasonal events. Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits, and first to know about major park announcements. In 2024, Pass Members will be the first to view SeaWorld’s newest exhibit, Jewels of the Sea, A Jellyfish Experience, the immersive and interactive aquarium.

For more information, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld

SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

SeaWorld San Diego Welcomes the Holiday Season with ALL-NEW Entertainment and Fan Favorite Festive Offerings!

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Guests can enjoy San Diego’s biggest Christmas tree, an all-new theater show, photos with Santa Claus, and more at SeaWorld Christmas Celebration from November 17 through January 7, 2024!

SeaWorld San Diego is bringing festive cheer and special traditions to families this holiday season at its annual Christmas Celebration with all-new and reimagined holiday offerings. Nominated for 2024 Best Theme Park Holiday Event by USAToday 10Best, the park will transform into a winter wonderland under the iconic SkyTower Tree of Lights decorated as a Christmas tree in all green with red sprinkles of lights, and event offerings include the All-New O.P Otter’s Holiday Sing-A-Long, Mrs. Claus’s Christmas Parade, live reindeer, a daily tree lighting of a twinkling 30-foot Christmas tree, and more. Holiday celebrations, including Hanukkah festivities, are running on select dates November 17 through January 7, 2023.

“We’re excited to bring new holiday fun to our guests and help create special memories for the families who have made us a part of their holiday traditions year after year” said Jim Lake, Park President at SeaWorld San Diego. “From San Diego’s largest Christmas tree to new entertainment offerings, live reindeer, and photos with Santa Claus, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during this beloved family event.”

All-New Entertainment and Festive Holiday Traditions for the Whole Family

Guests of all ages will enjoy the All-New O.P. Otter’s Holiday Sing-A-Long, playing at Mission Bay Theater multiple times per day. Guests won’t be able to resist singing alongside O.P Otter as he celebrates the holiday season by singing and dancing to classic Christmas tunes!

  • A Stocking Full of Soul Theater Show – This reimagined fan-favorite show takes to a bigger stage and invites guests to join “America’s Got Talent” Finalist Bryan Cheatham as he and his friends sing and dance the night away while getting ready for his big Christmas Celebration! Experience a soulful celebration of Holiday classics in this original production. Located at Nautilus Amphitheater on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays.
  • Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Parade – See Mrs. Claus and her band of merry elves as they make their way throughout the park on a festive procession with all-new floats and characters for guests to view several times daily.
  • Photos with Santa Claus – Guests can renew holiday traditions by visiting Santa to take a photo and share their Christmas wishes with him. Plus, see live reindeer at Santa’s Village!
  • Holiday Cocktails, Desserts, Hot Chocolate & More – Grown-ups will want to get even more festive with an ice-cold brew, a glass of wine or one of SeaWorld’s specialty holiday cocktails. Or for the whole family, experience SeaWorld’s famous hot chocolate with candy toppings and all-new delicious desserts. 
  • Reindeer Round-Up Scavenger Hunt – Get started on a merry quest with a Reindeer Round-Up Map! Explore the park to find all of Santa’s beloved reindeer and mark each location on your map to collect a special gift. 
  • Holiday Lights & Magic – Explore the magic and wonder of SeaWorld’s beautifully decorated outdoor park grounds and the iconic SkyTower Tree of Lights, San Diego’s biggest Christmas tree. Plus, enjoy a 30 ft. Christmas tree with twinkling lights and Christmas songs programmed to the movement of multiple lighting designs.

There will also be a Hanukkah display to celebrate the Jewish holiday starting 12/1 where guests can enjoy a menorah lighting, holiday décor, and Hanukkah music.

Event times and dates are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Please see seaworld.com/san-diego/park-info/theme-park-hours for the daily schedule.

Give the Gift of Unlimited Visits and Unbeatable Benefits with a SeaWorld San Diego Annual Pass


Embracing the season of giving, guests can give or receive a gift of SeaWorld San Diego Annual Passes. For as low as $13.25 a month, with no down payment, guests get unlimited access to family and thrill rides along with seasonal and special event celebrations like Inside Look, Seven Seas Food & Wine Festival, Summer Spectacular, Craft Beer Festival, and Spooktacular, plus amazing perks, and exclusive offers. Members receive 12 months of visits with the best benefits ever, including FREE parking, up to six free guest tickets, and special savings on merchandise, Quick Queue, and more. Annual Pass Members will also be the first to view Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience exhibit when it opens in 2024.

For more information on SeaWorld and to purchase Annual Passes and Fun Cards visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

About SeaWorld 
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

Step into a World of Mesmerizing Underwater Wonders at SeaWorld San Diego with “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience,” an All-New Exhibit Opening in 2024!

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A first of its kind at SeaWorld parks, the all-new aquarium experience will feature three unique galleries with a wide range of different kinds of glowing and graceful jellies

·      Be the first to experience the new exhibit before it opens to the public with a 2024 Pass

SeaWorld San Diego is excited to share that in 2024 guests will step into a new and mesmerizing world of underwater wonders at the brand new “Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience exhibit”.  The first of its kind for SeaWorld parks, the Jellyfish Experience will be the newest immersive and interactive aquarium at the park.  Guests to the new exhibit will be greeted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three unique galleries as if diving into the heart of the ocean.  As a premier destination that combines education and fun through up-close animal encounters, marine-life themed rides and attractions, and exciting entertainment, the new Jellyfish Experience adds to SeaWorld’s already impressive lineup of animal habitats, presentations, and encounters. All 2024 Pass Members will receive a preview to the exhibit and be one of the first to view and walkthrough the multi-room aquarium before the exhibit opens to all guests in 2024.  2024 Passes are on sale now.

Dr. Chris Dold, Chief Zoological Officer of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment said, “”Visiting the new Jellyfish Experience is an amazing opportunity like no other – a chance for our guests to see up close the spectacular details of these underwater marvels and witness how they live their lives in astonishing clarity. Guests will walkthrough striking habitats and view vivid displays to learn more about these wonderful creatures. This new exhibit aligns with our mission of educating and inspiring guests to learn more about our oceans and the world around us.”

Each of the three galleries will feature a jelly species to discover including Moon Jellyfish, Pacific Sea Nettles, Upside-Down Jellyfish, and Comb Jellies.  Glowing with an ethereal light, the jellyfish dance gracefully through the water, their translucent bodies trailing behind them like living fireworks. Watch as they pulse and glide, showcasing their hypnotic movements that seem almost unworldly. 

But it’s not just about beauty. It’s about learning and science for guests of all ages in this fun up close aquarium experience. Through educational components and aquarist staff within the exhibit, guests will learn from experts what makes a jellyfish, the beauty and diversity of the translucent species, their behaviors and patterns, and how they have adapted to some of the most extreme environments on Earth.  Plus, guests will come away with a better understanding of what they can do to protect jellyfish and our oceans.  Some of the features of this spectacular include:

  • Habitats designed to support jellyfish with circular sections in the center that create a circular water flow and provide a more thriving environment.
  • An 18-foot-tall cylinder, among the tallest jelly cylinders in the country.
  • Gallery walls and ceiling covered with LED digital video panels that display virtual oceanic moments, ranging from calm waters to dynamic, energetic crescendos.
  • A perfect photo-opp with a 10-foot-tall acrylic living arch of jellyfish for guests to walk through for views from multiple angles.

Guests can also upgrade their experience with a behind-the-scenes tour led by an aquarist and learn more about jellyfish propagation and have hands-on experience to touch the ocean’s translucent treasures.   

As an accredited zoo and aquarium by the American Zoological Association, The Jellyfish Experience will join SeaWorld’s other aquariums and exhibits throughout the park which allow guests to see a variety of aquatic life up-close including sea turtles, rays, sharks, octopus, eels, crabs, and hundreds of species of fish. At additional animal habitats throughout SeaWorld, guests can view and learn more about marine mammals such as belugas, southern sea otters, walruses, sea lions, harbor seals, orcas and dolphins.

SeaWorld 2024 Annual Pass Members will be the First to View

The best way to view the all-new Jellies Experience and all that SeaWorld San Diego has to offer is with an Annual Pass. All 2024 Pass Members will receive a preview to the exhibit and be one of the first to view and walk through the multi-room aquarium before the exhibit opens to all guests.  2024 passes are on sale now.  SeaWorld San Diego is launching another incredible year for Pass Members with the BEST VALUE for guests which includes amazing benefits ranging from no blockout dates, up to six free guest tickets and access to NEW exclusive events. Additional benefits include FREE parking, special savings on merchandise, food, and beverage options, ride quick queue and behind-the-scenes animal tours among other perks. Passes start at an affordable $13.25 a month. 

Fans who want to double the fun with unlimited visits to both SeaWorld San Diego and Sesame Place San Diego, the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street®, can add-on a Sesame Place annual pass for as low as an additional $6/month. For a full overview of the Annual Pass options visitseaworld.com/san-diego/annual-pass.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Events and times are subject to change. Follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld

SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit SeaWorld.com.

Howl-O-Scream Brings Immersive Terror, New Scares, and Soul-Cleansing Screams to SeaWorld San Diego

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With new and improved haunted houses, five scare zones, and three fan-favorite attractions including the All-New Arctic Rescue, guests can start warming up their vocal cords for thrills and chills on select nights from September 29 to October 31st!

A formidable fog is settling over SeaWorld San Diego in preparation for the third annual scare event, Howl-O-Scream.Nominated as USA Today 10Best best Halloween event, guests can enter if they dare and escape through an all-new heart-stopping haunted house with 3D effects & three completely reimagined horrifying haunted houses plaguing this year’s event. Making it out of the houses is only the beginning, with five scare zones promising terror throughout the park. From a rancid meat market to a haunted graveyard and soul-stealing sirens, experience the shadow-stalking fears that lie around every corner and reimagined frights all through the night. For thrills alongside chills, guests can soar to death-defying heights on fan-favorite attractions such as Emperor, Electric Eel, and the All-New Arctic Rescue. Vocal cords will be stretched to the maximum during Howl-O-Scream, running select nights from September 29 to October 31.

New Scares at Every Heart-Stopping House and Slashing Scare Zone

There’s no turning back as guests brave dark passageways and round dimly lit corners, hoping they can avoid what’s lurking in the rooms, hallways, and paths ahead. The legends are true, the fear is real, and the only way out is to walk through all four haunted houses. With an all-new soundtrack, strobe effects and animatronics, and sickening new details hidden throughout every house, new screams are hidden behind every corner sure to shock even seasoned Howl-O-Scream guests.

All new this year, guests who enter Circus of the Damned will see their fears come to life like never before through all-new immersive, 3-D elements seen with special 3-D glasses. As they weave their way through the cursed circus, they will encounter the power-hungry, evil ringmaster and his cursed performers who are seeking new performers to curse to restore their circus to its former glory. Guests will have to brave immersive terror and navigate lifelike 3D elements to escape the ringmaster and his condemned crew before it’s too late!

Completely redesigned to inflict more terror than ever before, guests won’t know what’s lurking behind each corner of Nightmare Experiment as they try to escape the sadistic doctor and his medical experiments gone wrong. The slew of spirits and mortals return to terrify guests at Death Water Bayou, hidden in all-new rooms of the house’s reimagined footprint. Area 64: Alien Outbreak brings terrifying extraterrestrials back to life in a horrifying new way with an all-new ending that no one will see coming! 

With five scare zones throughout the park there is even less room to hide. Immersive terror is at every turn and guests should stay alert and be prepared for anything with the uncertainty of what’s waiting up ahead or creeping up behind. Haunting the park pathways are creepy dolls and sinister stuffed animals at Deadly Toys, mystifying, undead evils at The Graveyard, murderous butchers at Simon’s Meat Market, powerful, alluring sirens at Sea of Souls, and disgruntled, deranged carnies atCarnival of Chaos.

Guests will become maddened and mesmerized by raucous, high-energy live entertainment woven throughout the event, including a fortune teller spinning tales of misfortune, a magician performing dark magic, a mad scientist conducting dangerous experiments, and more. They will also find zombie DJs and party zones that are perfect for a dance break between frights.

Secure Tickets and Endless Screams Now

Now through September 17, Annual Pass Members can participate in the Redeem & Scream program to get the most of their Howl-O-Scream experience. Each week, Pass Members can visit the park and redeem a new reward that can be used during Howl-O-Scream. On select dates, the rewards will range from Howl-O-Scream Bucks for merch, food or drinks, free Fountain Drink or ICEE, free Single-Use Quick Queue or Howl-O-Scream Snack.

Those ready to brave the reimagined terrors of Howl-O-Scream can purchase tickets in advance for as low as $41.99. Prices will rise as the event nears, so don’t wait! Pass Members can save up to 55%, with Howl-O-Scream Tickets starting at $36.99. Because one night of fear is just never enough, guests can now scream their way through every night with the unlimited admission ticket starting as low as $104.99.

Howl-O-Scream 2023 is a separately ticketed night event for mature audiences only. For more information on Howl-O-Scream and to purchase tickets and add-ons, visithttps://seaworld.com/san-diego/. 

For guests looking for family-friendly Halloween fun, SeaWorld San Diego’s annualSpooktacular will take place on select dates from September 15 through October 29. Children of all ages will love trick-or-treating for ghoulish goodies during this daytime event as they explore SeaWorld San Diego in their Halloween costumes, walk through the decorated candy trail, and meet a cast of colorful and not-so-spooky characters. 

About SeaWorld

SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

SeaWorld San Diego Announces the Return of its Howl-O-Scream Nighttime Halloween Event with up to 60% Off Tickets for a Limited Time Only!

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Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego is remerging for a third year offering guests a frightful and spine-tingling Halloween nighttime event. Intended for a mature audience and returning on Friday, September 29 through October 31, Howl-O-Scream will reawaken this fall with screams, suspense, and surprises, and guests can plan ahead and prepare themselves for spine-chilling scares with a Sinister Sale from July 19 to July 30.

Guests can purchase Howl-O-Scream single night tickets and unlimited admission tickets up to 60% off.  Single day tickets will start at $33.99 and for $104.99 guests can test themselves with unlimited scares and unlimited admission tickets for the event.

Scaring guests for the third year in a row, the event includes haunted houses, themed scare zones, roaming hordes and more. Thrill-seekers can scream with delight on riding coasters in the dark, quench their thirst for fear at multiple interactive bars, and be entertained by live thrilling music and more! 

Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed event and tickets purchased during the one-day sale can be used on any event night from September 29 to October 31. Drop-dead prices this low won’t last long – the deal expires at 11:59 P.M. on Sunday, July 30th!

Purchase tickets at howloscream.com/CA

SeaWorld San Diego Transforms into a Magical Ocean Wonderland this Summer for the All-New Summer Spectacular!

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  • The park has transformed into a magical ocean wonderland full of friendly mermaids, swashbuckling pirates, and luminous light displays
  • The event includes new theater shows, new parade, nightly fireworks, and more
  • The 2023 SeaWorld Summer Spectacular Concert Series will bring seven chart-topping headliners to the park throughout the summer
  • Vanilla Ice performs this Sunday, June 25
  • Pass Members have unlimited admission and access to all the Summer Spectacular fun and concerts with no blockout dates

SeaWorld San Diego is starting summer off right with the biggest summer in years.  Now through August 20, the All-New Summer Spectacular will has transformed the park into a magical ocean wonderland with all new shows including the debut of a pirate stunt show on the water, a splashtacular parade of colorful floats, energy and music, stunning light displays, nightly fireworks and a spectacular summer concert series presented by Coca Cola. The best way to experience Summer Spectacular at the best value is by becoming a Pass Member and receiving unlimited park admission all summer long with no blockout dates. 

“SeaWorld is the place to be this summer, we’re infusing the park with new energy, new entertainment, new and returning popular food items, live music in the park and an amazing lineup of popular artists performing every Sunday,” said Jim Lake, SeaWorld Park President. “With the new family-friendly Arctic Rescue ride, new Rescue Jr. area for kids, new animal presentations, our Summer Spectacular, plus our ongoing park offerings, there is truly something for guests of every age to enjoy and spend the entire day, or even entire summer, at SeaWorld.”

All-New Live Shows & Entertainment

  • Pirates Ahoy! The Battle for Mermaid Cove – Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas with the all-new action-packed water stunt spectacular, Pirates Ahoy! The Battle for Mermaid Cove. Watch as daring pirates battle against mesmerizing mermaids in a thrilling display of water stunts on flyboards and jet skis, high falls and acrobatics. Guests can enjoy this show at the open-air, waterfront Bayside Amphitheater. 
  • Feathers, Scales & Rescue Tales – This new animal presentation is perfect for animal lovers of all ages! The presentation is an educational experience introducing audiences to some amazing rescued animals that have been given a second chance at life. Guests can enjoy this show at Nautilus Amphitheater.
  • Mermaid Cove – Mermaid Cove is SeaWorld San Diego’s new magical mermaid meet and greet location situated next to the Waterfront. All summer long beautiful mermaids will be available for pictures and autographs in their own special bubble filled cove.
  • Summer Splashtacular Parade – This all-new parade includes five new colorful parade floats and features catchy music, bubble and water effects, and more. The SeaWorld Summer Splashtacular Parade will have the entire family dancing, singing, and looking forward to weekends at SeaWorld and during the evening hours, the floats will be lit up and bright for nighttime performances.
  • FantaSEA of Dreams Fireworks Spectacular – This all-new fireworks show takes place in the skies high above SeaWorld San Diego. As the sun sets and the night sky comes alive, guests will be treated to a dazzling display of color, original music and lyrics created just for SeaWorld.

2023 SeaWorld Summer Spectacular Concert Series presented by Coca-Cola®

The 2023 Summer Concert Series Sponsored by Coca-Cola features something for everyone with a range of pop, R&B and rap artists all summer long! Throughout the summer, the park will welcome a lineup of iconic, Grammy-nominated, and chart-topping performers including:

  • June 25 – Vanilla Ice, the iconic performer behind the number one single “Ice Ice Baby.” His worldwide album sales are over 25 million and individual songs total over 160 million and are still selling.
  • July 2 – Jordin Sparks, the Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, singer/songwriter and actress known for winning season six of American Idol. 
  • July 9 – Bow Wow and Soulja Boy, chart-topping rappers with a catalog of iconic hit singles between them. Soulja Boy, a Grammy-nominated rapper, dancer, and producer and Bow Wow is a rapper, actor, and TV host.
  • July 16 – Todrick Hall, a singer, songwriter, choreographer, and all-around entertainer known for appearances on “Ru-Paul’s Drag Race,” Broadway smash hits including “Kinky Boots,” “Chicago” and “Waitress,” and his original music. 
  • July 23 – Tiffany and Jennifer Paige, multi-platinum recording artists with storied careers. Tiffany, a legendary pop star, earned two U.S. number one hit singles while Jennifer has released numerous albums and licensed hundreds of songs to film and television.
  • July 30 – Mario, a singer, songwriter, producer, and actor, reached number one on the charts with his hit single “Let Me Love You.”
  • August 6 – Ashanti, over the span of her 20-year career, Grammy award winning multi-platinum singer and songwriter has released 18 Hot 100 tracks. 

All concerts are included with park admission and those looking to secure a great seat can opt to purchase reserved seating in advance. Reserved seating can be purchased at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/summer-spectacular/buy-tickets.

SeaWorld San Diego guests can play like a Rescue Team member, ride to the rescue on an arctic mission and also meet and learn about many rescued animals.

  • The All-NEW family-friendly coaster Arctic Rescue, the fastest and longest straddle coaster on the West Coast with three exhilarating launches is now open. Guests are invited to hop on a snowmobile and launch at up to 40 mph on a chilly adventure as they race through the unpredictable arctic climate to help animals in danger. 
  • Play like a Rescue Team Member at the ALL-NEW kid-friendly play area, Rescue Jr. Children will become the heroes of the park and learn about animal rescue and rehabilitation through hands-on, active, and engaging experiences. Kids can enjoy exciting play elements, a splash pad, water features, climbing structures and amazing rides. Kids will also be able to meet Rescue team members and rescued animals to learn more about conservation and helping animals in need. 

Exciting Menu of New and Fan-Favorite Food & Drinks

It’s not summer at SeaWorld San Diego without a delicious lineup of food and drink options! This year, fan-favorite menu items from Craft Beer Festival, Howl-O-Scream, Mardi Gras, Seven Seas Food Festival and other events that were selected by guests on Instagram will be returning to the Summer Spectacular menu alongside some delicious new food and drink options!

  • SkyTower Lawn – Guests can enjoy summery flavors including Spam Fried Rice, Hawaiian Mac Salad, Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, Pepperoni Pizza Lumpia, and Strawberry Fruit Bars. Guests can wash down these delicious dishes with Chamangorita and Bay Magic cocktails.
  • Wild Arctic Plaza – Guests will find a variety of options at Wild Arctic Plaza including Gyro Sliders, Roasted Garlic Mac & Cheese, Shrimp Kimono, Pork Gyoza, Roast Beef Poutine, Hush Puppies, and Mango Mochi.
  • Underwater Cantina – Near Underwater Cantina, guests can sample Soyrizo Empanadas, Jackfruit Tacos, Cochinita Pibil Tacos, Esquites, and Churro Cheesecake.

Guests can experience all the delicious food and drink selections with a Summer Spectacular Food & Beverage Sampler. Guests can sample their way around the park with a 5-item sampler starting at only $40 or take it up a notch and with the 10-item sampler for the best savings. SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 12 samples for the price of 10.

Guests can save on summer excitement with weekday tickets for only $59.99 now through this Sunday, June 18. For the best value and best way to experience all the fun SeaWorld has to offer with NO blockout dates, is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card! Annual Passes start at just $15.25/month. To purchase tickets or annual passes, visitwww.SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Summer Spectacular and concert details and information.

About SeaWorld

SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date.  The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent.  A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).  SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE:SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.