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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.

SeaWorld San Diego Makes Learning Fun with Rescue Jr., an ALL-NEW Interactive Play Area Dedicated to Marine Animal Rescue and Conservation!

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  • Opening Spring 2023, the all-new kid-friendly hub of fun and fascination will teach animal conservation through interactive and engaging activities and playtime
  • First and only of its kind in SeaWorld parks
  • New area is full of adventure with exciting play elements, splash pad and water features, climbing structures, and amazing rides
  • Guests will have unique up-close opportunities to see and learn more about rescued animals
  • SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world helping over 40,000 sick, injured, or orphaned marine animals to date
  • A portion of proceeds from SeaWorld tickets and in park purchases goes toward funding rescue and rehabilitation operations

Spring 2023 just got even more exciting with the announcement of the upcoming opening of SeaWorld San Diego’s all-new kid-friendly play area, Rescue Jr. Opening soon, children will become the heroes of the park and learn about animal rescue and rehabilitation in the coolest way possible – through hands-on, active, and engaging experiences Kids can enjoy exciting play elements, a splash pad, water features, climbing structures and amazing rides. Real rescue vehicles, an obstacle course, puzzles, fun animal facts, and tips on how to help conservation every day add to the fun.   Aspiring conservationists can also see rescued animals up close, hearing their amazing stories of survival and learning more about how to get involved in helping protect marine animals everywhere.  SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world and has come to the aid of over 40,000 injured and orphaned animals.

Every park guest can feel good knowing their visit makes a difference in conservation as a portion of proceeds from tickets and in park purchases goes toward SeaWorld’s rescue and rehabilitation efforts.

“This first of its kind play area is another exciting addition to our amazing educational theme park and puts marine animal rescue at the forefront with our guests. Rescue Jr. is a fun and exciting way for our younger guests to learn about the animal rescue that our dedicated teams do every day, 365 days a year,” said Jim Lake, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “No matter how young, my hope is that all guests come away with a better understanding of how important it is to be a part of protecting the animals around us and maybe we can be the spark that ignites a passion in kids to become animal rescuers, scientists, veterinarians or conservationists.” 

Splash, play and learn with interactive activities that take kids on a rescue quest

Guests will have non-stop fun and adventure with interactive play elements, splashingly fun water features, thrilling climbing structures, and engaging rides that will take them on a rescue quest. 

  • At the Rescue Bay Splash Zone is Rescue 1, a large boat docked and ready to bring a world of watery fun with it. Surrounding this impressive ship will be a shallow-water rescue training ground and splash pad area. Rescue trainees can test themselves as they navigate through an aquatic agility course made up of colorful geometric sculptures and “buoy-like” interactives that spray and splash. Playful fountains will be scattered throughout the area to mimic the occasional wake that is created in a busy harbor.
  • Young adventurers can test their mental and physical ability with the Rescue Training Obstacle Course, a new dry play area with three play offerings. The Nautical Net Climb offers a twisting, extensive network of nets that elevate into the sky leading to one of three training towers that are connected to each other with swaying net bridges and suspended tunnels. The Breakwater Bounceis a large, enclosed area with an inflated air bag floor for jumping, tumbling and all matter of exhilarating moves for young rescuers-in-training. At the Tadpole Play, a large open soft play area allows for curious exploration for our littlest guests.
  • Young minds and imaginations will soar at the Rescue Jr. Play Yard, an interactive area with four areas of role playing. Through activities that encourage and build upon communication, movement and discovery, children can go through the process from receiving the rescue call to returning the animals to their natural habitats. The Play Yard will include talk tubes to receive the rescue calls, a mini obstacle course made of smaller crawl and climb elements to simulate the challenges of conducting a rescue, and playground puzzles and mazes matching sea life and their habitats to symbolize the animal returns.  
  • Young guests can play pretend and get prepared to be part of the Rescue Team in the Mini Rescuer Training Zone. This soft play area is full of ocean themed play structures where children can sit and play on a Rescue boat and plane, climb on a sandcastle, ocean rocks and a pier, plus have adventures with dolphins and sea lions.
  • The Rescue Garage allows guests to get up close and personal with former rescue vehicles like a pickup truck and a dinghy boat that were formerly used in real life rescues. Integrated among these exciting artifacts are educational graphics and details about the types of missions these vehicles have been used for. 

Ride to the rescue with three exciting new rides the entire family can enjoy

  • Guests can board Rescue Rafter, a fully equipped Rescue boat and ride the waves just like the dedicated teams at SeaWorld Rescue! These heroes are prepared for any and all seaworthy situations and young visitors will be too after experiencing the gentle swaying and surprising spins that the ocean can bring to their missions.
  • Rescue Riders offers the option to ride a colorful Rescue Jr. jet ski and whirl through the air on to a big rescue mission! The heroes of SeaWorld Rescue use a variety of water vehicles during their rescue missions and guests can experience the jet ski operation in this unique aerial experience.
  • Another family-friendly ride is Tidepool Twist, which offers a twisting, turning journey around a colorful tide pool that will have guests going around and around with the tide. Prior to enjoying the ride, guests can learn more through informational graphics about the differences between types of sea life found in tide pools.

See rescued animal ambassadors and hear their amazing stories

On the Rescue Jr. Stage, guests can meet Animal Conservation Ambassadors and learn about a variety of unique rescued animals during daily presentations. This fun and educational presentation shares the story of conservation ambassadors, animal care, and rescue. Guests will have hands-on experience with many incredible rescued animals, such as marsupials, primates, and reptiles, and learn about their unique stories.

Meet the heroes of the SeaWorld San Diego Rescue Team

The SeaWorld San Diego Rescue Team is on call every day of the year to help pinnipeds, sea turtles, and sea and shore birds in the water and on land and now guests have the opportunity to meet the Rescue Team members in person and hear true rescue stories that happen every day in San Diego. The Rescue Team members will make appearances and share the full cycle of animal rescue from the call on the rescue hotline through the process of getting to a healthy state to the return to their natural habitats. Stories will range from the sea lion who roamed the freeway to Lefty the loggerhead turtle with a partial missing left flipper to so many more! Guests will walk away informed with valuable tips and information on how they can help our oceans and lands and prevent animals from being harmed and needing rescue.  

Learn more from one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world

In partnership with state, local & federal agencies, stranding networks, zoos & aquariums, and many others, SeaWorld Rescue teams are on call 24/7 to help ill, injured, or orphaned animals in need of expert care, always with the goal to return healthy animals back to the wild. Rescue Jr. will have educational information throughout the entire play area with details about the challenges that animals in the wild face that often require their rescue and simple steps that the public can take to limit these hazards for animals. Guests will learn the process the SeaWorld Rescue team goes through to perform a rescue and what they can do if they find an animal in need. The concept of rehabilitation will be taught in a kid-friendly way leaning in on familiar subjects in interactive play areas. The act of an animal return will be conveyed with various activities and puzzles that will demonstrate the return of an animal to their natural habitat.

Support Rescue Efforts All Year Long with an Annual Pass

The best way to visit Rescue Jr. and play all year-round while supporting SeaWorld’s conservation efforts is with an Annual Pass. For the low price of $13.50 a month, guests can enjoy unlimited visits* to explore the park as many times as they want to visit amazing animals, experience seasonal events, and enjoy family and thrill rides including upcoming family-friendly coaster Arctic Rescue, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, opening in Spring 2023. A portion of proceeds from SeaWorld tickets and in park purchases goes toward funding rescue and rehabilitation.

*Some restrictions and blockout dates apply.

The new Rescue Jr. area is replacing the former Sesame Street Bay of Play at SeaWorld. Sesame Street fans can now meet their favorite furry friends at Sesame Place San Diego, the ALL-New theme park located in Chula Vista, just 20 minutes south of SeaWorld.  Sesame Place features 18 Sesame Street-themed rides and exciting water attractions, a family-friendly rollercoaster and a 500,000-gallon wave pool. 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 more! For more information on Sesame Place visit www.SesamePlaceSanDiego.com.

For more information on events, park hours and to purchase tickets and/or Annual Passes, visitSeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment 

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry, and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for what it believes is one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned, or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the Company’s history.  SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 60-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.  

Viva La Música Returns to SeaWorld San Diego with Non-Stop Live Latin Music, Authentic Cuisine and Family-Friendly Fun!

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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.

SeaWorld San Diego’s Seven Seas Food Festival Returns in March Where Guests Can Explore the World with Over 100 ALL-NEW Food and Drink Offerings, Live Music and More!

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Over 30 ALL-NEW unique, fresh, and flavorful menu items inspired by signature dishes from around the worldExpansive beverage menu with over 30 specially curated cocktails and wines and over 30 craft beers from San Diego and beyondExperience the event with multiple food and drink sampler options, including bonus food samples for Pass MembersALL-NEW Live music and dance performances every event day, plus fireworks on select nightsSeaWorld SoCal Pass is back for a year of unlimited admission* for only $11 per month

 SeaWorld San Diego’s Seven Seas Food Festival has returned to SeaWorld every Friday, Saturday and Sunday now through April 30 and guests can sip and sample the world with over 30 ALL-NEW delicious international food offerings, over 30 craft beers, and over 30 cocktail and wine options, plus live music performances every event day and fireworks on select nights. With an all-new globally inspired, unique menu, guests will sample their way across the oceans and sip on perfectly paired craft beers, cocktails, and wine selections. 

To get the most out of Seven Seas Food Festival and all SeaWorld has to offer, SeaWorld has brought back the popular SoCal Pass for only $11 per month for a limited time. Guests will receive unlimited admission for 12 months* and discounted parking, plus three free bonus food samples to use during the Seven Seas Food Festival event.

Sail Across the Oceans With 30 ALL-NEW Menu Items Filled with Fresh, Global Flavors 

Guests will discover over 30 ALL-NEW delicious, global menu items at eight festival food areas throughout the park. In addition to the amazing food, the festival will once again star an expansive beverage menu with more than 30 specially curated cocktails and wines, and over 30 craft beers from San Diego and beyond. Guests can explore each food area’s unique variety of new and never tasted before dishes and drinks:

·       Bold Brazilian Bites: Sail the South Atlantic Ocean and sample Soyrizo Empanadas with Chimichurri, Arapes con Queso, and Alfajores with Dulce De Leche. At the Seven Seas Craft Beer Cart, guests can wash it all down with delicious frozen margaritas, local craft brews, and two signature cocktails – Bay Magic and Cherry Loco. 

·       Savory Swells of the Gulf: Sail south and enjoy Cochinita Pibil Tacos, Pupusas, and Fried Blackened Gulf Shrimp. Stop by the nearby Michelada Bar with Classic, Spicy, and Mango Micheladas or Spiked Sparkling Agua Fresca.

·       Onolicious Island Grill: Surf the Pacific Ocean to grab some delicious Huli Huli Chicken Thighs, Spam Fried Rice, and Haupia. For beverages, stop by the Thai Tea and Coffee Cart or visit Tradewinds Brews for Hawaiian Hard Seltzers and draft beers from Kona Brewing, Maui Brewing, and Cali Craft Brewing Company. Looking for a cocktail? The Tiki Bar has Mai Tais, Pina Coladas, Strawberry Daiquiris, and more.

·       Olympus Offerings: Cruise the Mediterranean and dine on Roasted Garlic Hummus plates, Lamb “Gyro” Sliders, and Baklava. Enjoy a non-alcoholic Moroccan Mint Lemonade or an Italian ‘Rita, made with Tequila and Aperol.

·       Caribbean Comforts:  Feel the tropical vacation vibes with Cuban Beef Picadillo, Mojo Pork, Jamaican Jerk Chicken Meat Pies, and Key Lime Pie. Relax and sip on a delicious Cocojito or a fruity non-alcoholic Caribbean Punch.

·       Transatlantic Treats: Explore flavors of the North Atlantic with Pan con Tomate Y Jamon Serrano, Crema Catalana, and the returning fan favorite New England Lobster Roll. At the neighboring Arctic Bar, enjoy a Spiced Rum Sangria and Moose Juice – a delicious berry-flavored cocktail featuring Canadian Whiskey!

·       Glacier Goodies: Enjoy the delicacies of these colder countries under the Southern California sun!Guests will love Plant Based Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Compote, Gravlax Toast Points with Cucumber and Dill, and Traditional Homemade Maple Nanaimo Bars.

·       Eastern Pacific Shores: Taste the bold, fresh flavors of Thailand, China, Japan, and more! Sample Green Papaya Salad with Shrimp, Char Sui Bao Buns, and Mango Mochi. At the Fortune Bar, enjoy draft beer and a Shiso Highball cocktail.

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

Move and Groove to ALL-NEW Live Performances

Along with delicious eats, Seven Seas will feature live music stages and exciting entertainment performances all new to the event this year—all included with theme park admission.

  • Wild Arctic Stage: ALL-NEW to the event this year is the breathtaking artistry of an award-wining ice sculpturer, Chef Reyes, as he uses frozen blocks of water to carve intricate sculptures that capture the essence of the ocean.
  • Seven Seas Sound Stage: Get ready to samba with the premier of the ALL-NEW Brazilian Carnival Dancers! They will transport guests to the streets of Brazil with their high-energy dance routines, vibrant costumes, and infectious rhythm on select dates. Plus, dance to the delicious beats of our Seven Seas DJ throughout the day.
  • Fortune Plaza Stage: Witness the beauty with the Chinese Lion Dancers as they perform acrobatic feats and traditional dances several times per day. Plus, dance to beats from a DJ throughout the day.
  • Aloha Sunset Stage: The heat and excitement of Polynesian fire knife performers will ignite as they transport guests to the tropical islands of the South Pacific. Enjoy the southing sounds of ukulele performers as they strum their way through traditional melodies of the Aloha State.
  • Mexican Traditions Pathway: The vibrant energy and festive spirit of an authentic mariachi band will serenade spectators with traditional Mexican music.
  • SeaWorld Costumed Characters: See the beloved SeaWorld costumed characters as you never have before, the group will be singing “Food Glorious Food” acapella style outside of the SeaWorld Store several times daily.
  • Spring Spectacular Fireworks – Guests can end their evenings on event evenings with a spectacular fireworks presentation offered on select dates.

Pass Memberships and Samplers are the Best Way to Savor and 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. 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!).

Those that want to get a head start on the weekend can opt for the ALL-NEW Friday Happy Hour Samplerand enjoy five food or beverage tasting options from any Seven Seas Food Festival location for only $25. Happy Hour is valid 4 p.m. until park closing on Fridays only of Seven Seas Food Festival.

The best way to play and experience everything SeaWorld has to offer is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card! For a limited time, guests can secure the SoCal Pass for just $11 a month and receive unlimited admission* and discounts on parking. Pass Members have multiple options to choose from that offer unlimited admission, free parking, discounts on merchandise, food and drinks, and much, much more. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Seven Seas Food Festival details and information.

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.

Sesame Place San Diego Welcomes Its Newest Furry Friend!

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Elmo’s Adopted Puppy Tango, to the Neighborhood!

Sesame Place® San Diego, the first theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street®, is about to get even furrier. Elmo’s adopted puppy, Tango, will find her fur-ever home at Sesame Place San Diego on Saturday, February 4. The BRAND-NEW floppy-eared, tail wagging puppy will debut at the park as an all-new meet & greet character, where guests will see her for the first time at her welcome ceremony.

A sweet and spirited puppy named after her love of music and dancing, Tango debuted in the 2021 animated special Furry Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a Puppy, in which Elmo finds a stray Tango and adopts her. Tango then joined Sesame Street’s 52nd season in both animated and live-action format. Tango’s arrival at Sesame Place will be celebrated during operating days, every Saturday and Sunday in February, plus Friday, February 17, and Monday, February 20.

  • Tango’s Welcome Ceremony – The park will officially welcome Tango on February 4 at 12:00 p.m. at the Dance Party Stage.
  • Elmo & Tango’s Welcome Day Scavenger Hunt – Guests can search throughout the park for all the items that Elmo needs to take care of Tango. Guests can turn in completed scavenger hunt sheets at Hooper’s Store for their choice of pet-themed prizes: Sesame Place bandanas or tennis balls. Self-guided scavenger hunts run throughout the day while supplies last.
  • Tango’s Treat Seek – Tango’s Treat will be secretly hidden in the park on select dates. The first person to find Tango’s Treat will receive Sesame Street-themed pet prizes from BarkBox.
  • Sesame Street Party Parade – Guests will be able to spot Sesame Place’s newest resident in the daily, award-winning parade. This colorful, energetic parade gets the whole family singing and dancing and features fantastic floats for fans of all ages to enjoy.
  • Meet-and-Greets – Tango will be wagging her tail in delight to take photos and interact with guests on select days. Season Pass Members will have the first chance to meet Tango and take photos with her in exclusive Meet & Greets at the Sesame Street Theater on Saturday, February 4. Reservations are required and can be made within Season Pass Members’ online portals.
  • Pet Adoption Weekend – To celebrate Tango’s debut, guests can meet rescue dogs just like Tango along with other animals at Sesame Place Adoption Days on Friday, February 25, and Saturday, February 26, from 9:00am – 1:00pm. Guests can meet with local pet adoption partners and even see a special appearance from Elmo and Tango. Visit SesamePlaceSanDiego.com for more event details. 

Sesame Place San Diego to Make a Big Splash in 2023 with Two New Attractions

Sesame Place® San Diego, the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street, will be adding two ALL-NEW attractions in 2023. The Count’s Splash Castle is an ALL-NEW, multi-level water-play attraction and Sunny Day Café is an ALL-NEW, all-day character dining location where guests can enjoy a variety of meals and one-of-a-kind experience with their favorite furry friends. In addition to the exciting new attractions at the park in 2023, guests can enjoy whirling rides, splashy water slides, exciting shows, parades, the interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, and visits with everyone’s favorite furry friends.

Splash, Play, and Eat

The ALL-NEW Count’s Splash Castle, is a multi-level, interactive water-play attraction that features 111 play elements, including two giant tipping buckets that dump over 1,300 gallons of water combined. There are three exciting water slides, plus soakers, flow pipes, hose jets, spray jets, water shooters, water curtains, tipping troughs, spinning and sliding buckets, and much more! The ALL-NEW Count’s Splash Castle replaces the former splash area and is double the size of the previous attraction. The ALL-NEW Count’s Splash Castle will be bigger and splashier than ever before! 

At the ALL-NEW Sunny Day Café, guests can join their favorite furry friends for a dining adventure the whole family will love! The new indoor and air conditioned 5,000 square foot building is where families will make precious memories and enjoy delicious family-friendly buffet-style meals! Throughout the year, there will be special event opportunities and dine activities every season, including Dine with Elmo & Friends. The new café will seat up to 160 guests and at each meal, and Sesame Street characters will join diners for an immersive experience with singing, dancing, and photo opportunities.

Sesame Place offers multiple food locations for quick bites with a delicious variety of entrée options and sweet treats. New in 2023, guests can also grab snacks and beverages at the ALL-NEW Big Bird’s Beach Bites location near Big Bird’s Beach. For added convenience, mobile ordering for select restaurants is available through the Sesame Place app.

“Going into the new year, we’re very excited to offer our guests and Season Pass Members more reasons to visit the park throughout the year. Between our new attractions, increased dining options and 2023 event lineup that will be all-new to our guests, we look forward to an amazing year,” said Jim Lake, Sesame Place Park President.  “We’re constantly adding new activities and events to enhance the guest experience. We’re increasing the number of opportunities to interact with their favorite characters and with the expansion of our dining options, plus our mobile ordering, our guests will be able to enjoy more convenience throughout their days at the park.”

The Best Way to Play

The best way to play all year long with unbeatable benefits is with a 2023 Sesame Place Season Pass for a low-price of $141 or $23.50 per month for only six months. Season Pass Members can enjoy unlimited access to the park with the added benefits of free tickets, exclusive Meet & Greets with everyone’s favorite furry friends, discounted food and merchandise, exciting events and early access to water attractions throughout the summer. Perks vary based on the type of Season Pass purchased. 

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Sesame Place San Diego is located at 2052 Entertainment Circle in Chula Vista. The park is open on Saturdays and Sundays plus select additional dates from February through May and will resume with daily operations in the summer. For more information and to purchase tickets and Season Passes visitSesamePlaceSanDiego.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 Eggstravaganza, Elmo’s Springtacular, Summer Fun Fest, The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular, and A Very Furry Christmas.

Mardi Gras Returns To Sea World San Diego!

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SeaWorld San Diego is bringing back New Orleans flare, food, and festivities with the return of Mardi Gras. The excitement of Mardi Gras comes to life with a party vibe full of ALL-NEW live music and performances including a New Orleans Jazz band, Mardi-Gras processional, Louisiana-inspired laser show, plus multiple performers, colorful costumes, and festive decor. Guests can indulge in new and returning authentic menu items including king cake, beignets, and gumbo. The event runs every weekend from January 21 to February 26, plus select dates. To get the most out of Mardi Gras and all SeaWorld has to offer, guests can enjoy unlimited visits throughout 2023* for the price of a single day ticket with a 2023 Fun Card.

“We’re excited to bring an even bigger and better Mardi Gras experience to SeaWorld San Diego this year,” said Tim Hamilton, Vice President of Entertainment at SeaWorld San Diego. “Guests are invited to join the soiree because we’re offering a true New Orleans-style party. Just like dancing in the streets, our guests will be dancing through the park and immersed by the sights, sounds, and tastes of a San Diego-style Mardi Gras. Laissez le bon temps rouler!”

Mardi Gras 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.

ALL-NEW Bourbon Street-Style Entertainment

Guests are cordially invited to join the park’s colorful cast of performers to let the good times roll. SeaWorld will be jumping with upbeat, musical fun during Mardi Gras with the ALL-NEW Mardi Gras-inspired lively processional led by Mardi Gras Madame, Mama, and full of festive Mardi Gras performers, including stilt walkers, dancers, and jugglers. The processional will move around the park, encouraging park partygoers to join along the way and culminate at the Mardi Gras stage. The processional will end, yet the party continues as the crowd will be treated to a rousing song and dance number, “No Bad News.”

The Mardi Gras stage will also showcase performances by an ALL-NEW New Orleans Good Time Jazz Band, performers from the San Diego Circus Center, and a DJ for non-stop rockin’ fun every event day. During the evening hours, guests can walk through the SeaWorld Tunnel of Lights and enjoy an ALL-NEW special laser Louisiana-inspired light show, both filled with traditional Mardi Gras colors. The festival area will also include a face painting booth, ribbons, lights, masks, and more!     

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 new and retuning specialty menu items created for the event. 

Guests can indulge in classic food dishes including a choice of Shrimp or Roast Beef Po’Boys, plus Muffulettas and Andouille Sausage and Shrimp Jambalaya. Vegetarians can choose from ALL-NEW menu items including a plant-based Dirty Rice, Seafood Jambalaya, and Hush Puppies. A sweet side of Mardi Gras returns with Beignets or guests can opt for the NEW Pecan Praline King Cake, both pair perfectly with a tasty Chicory Coffee. Drink options will also be aplenty, with a beer trailer and mimosa bar serving Mint Juleps, Hurricanes, and Abita New Orleans Beer.

A Year of Fun at SeaWorld

Mardi Gras is just one part of an exciting 2023 event lineup at SeaWorld San Diego. Other upcoming events include:

  • Seven Seas Food Festival: March 3-April 30 (Select Dates)
    SeaWorld is bringing back international flavors, amazing beverage tastings and live music performances with the return of Southern California’s fan favorite Seven Seas Food Festival. In addition to hundreds of tasty bites and delicious drinks, guests can enjoy live music and their favorite animal exhibits, including dolphins, sea lions, bat rays, flamingos, sea otters, and more.
  • Viva La Música: May 5 – May 14 (Select Dates)

Experience this festive, family-friendly Latin celebration in a new way as you dance to the hottest music, sample fiery flavors, and much more.

  • Arctic Rescue Coaster: Opening in Spring
    The newest addition to SeaWorld San Diego, Arctic Rescue will be the fastest and longest straddle coaster on the West Coast! This family-friendly multi-launch ride invites guests 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.

Pay Less than a Day and Play All Year Long

The best way to play all year round is with a 2023 Fun Card! For the price of a single day ticket at $99.99, guests can enjoy unlimited visits* throughout 2023. With a Fun Card, guests can roam and explore the park as many times as they want to visit amazing animals, enjoy family and thrill rides including upcoming family-friendly coaster Arctic Rescue, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, opening in Spring 2023. Plus, guests can take advantage of events including Mardi Gras, Seven Seas Food Festival, and Spooktacular all year long – all included in park admission.

*Some restrictions and blockout dates apply. 2023 Fun Card valid through December 31, 2023.

For more information on events, park hours and to purchase tickets and/or Fun Cards, visitSeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

About SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.

SeaWorld San Diego’s Popular Inside Look Event Returns to Inspire and Educates Guests with Exclusive and Behind-the-Scenes Opportunities!

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  • Behind-the-scenes experiences for guests, giving them access to animal care experts and areas of the park not generally available to the public
  • Opportunity to tour the SeaWorld Rescue Center and learn more about their lifesaving work
  • Annual “Inside Look” event is one weekend only, January 14 – 16
  • Guests can visit all year long for the price of a single day ticket with a 2023 Fun Card for only $99.99

Inside Look returns to SeaWorld San Diego from Saturday, January 14 to Monday, January 16 to give guests an inside look at what goes into providing world-class animal care. Through engaging educational opportunities during the three-day event, guests will connect with SeaWorld animal care specialists and hear their personal stories about caring for our animals. Park visitors will also have special access to areas of the park normally not open to the public, including the Rescue Center.

“Our education and zoological teams look forward to Inside Look each year, as they love sharing their passion for taking care of the park’s animals and their wealth of zoological knowledge with our guests,” said Eric Otjen, Vice President of Zoological Operations at SeaWorld San Diego. “They will also be able to see our animals in new, special ways and experience parts of the park that they are not able to during the rest of the year. For more than 50 years, education has been a critical core part of SeaWorld’s mission as we aim to inspire and inform all guests about wildlife and conservation.”

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. There will be many incredible exclusive experiences returning to SeaWorld San Diego’s “Inside Look” program this year, including: 

Inside the SeaWorld Rescue Center: Guests will also have the very 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 coveted 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. 

During the tour, guests will see Freeway, the sea lion rescued in January 2021 from the 94 freeway. Guests will get an “inside look” into Freeway’s everyday care and hear about his rescue and rehabilitation journey.

Inside Orca Encounter: Guests 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 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 while educators share information and answer questions. 

Inside Animal Care: In addition to the beloved daily animal presentations, SeaWorld Animal Care Specialists will be hosting special Trainer Talks where guests can learn about animal behaviors, feeding, and husbandry. These 10-minute presentations will be offered daily following Orca Encounter, Dolphin Adventures, and Sea Lion & Otter Spotlight presentations.

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 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, 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. Guests can also choose to purchase an Inside Look Scavenger Hunt map that encourages people of all ages to learn new animal and park facts and stats by matching stickers with points of interest around the park and redeem completed maps for a very special SeaWorld prize.

Pay for a Day and Play All Year Long

The best way to play all year round is with a 2023 Fun Card! For the price of a single day ticket at $99.99, guests can enjoy unlimited visits* throughout 2023. With a Fun Card guests can roam and explore the park as many times as they want to visit amazing animals, enjoy family and thrill rides including upcoming family-friendly coaster Arctic Rescue, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, opening in Spring 2023. Plus, guests can take advantage of events including Mardi Gras, Seven Seas Food Festival, and Spooktacular all year long – all included in park admission.

*Some restrictions and blockout dates apply. 2023 Fun Card valid through December 31, 2023.

World Class Animal Care, Accredited and Regulated by Experts 

SeaWorld Inside Look offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes of one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations.  Its team of more than 1,000 animal specialists maintain the highest standards of animal welfare and veterinary care for one the largest zoological collections in the world.   

SeaWorld is regulated by various government authorities focused on animal welfare. For example, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service performs routine, unannounced visits to SeaWorld to ensure adherence to federal standards and regulations.  The visits include a review of the physical premises, records, husbandry practices, program of veterinary care, and animal handling procedures, to ensure that SeaWorld meets and/or exceeds the required standard of care.  SeaWorld is also regulated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries, the primary federal agency responsible for the stewardship of living ocean resources and the marine habitats on which they rely.  NOAA enforces guidelines set out in laws such as the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Endangered Species Act. 

SeaWorld is also accredited by third party organizations including the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA).  Achieving and maintaining accreditation from these groups is a rigorous evaluation process in areas that extend beyond the scope of government regulatory agencies.  For example, reviews of social settings, team training, habitat enrichment, medical facility, food and water preparation, guest interactions, education programs and more. SeaWorld has also earned the Humane Certified™ seal from American Humane, the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare.  Reviews and accreditations by these organizations represent the highest standards of care and welfare for specific species. 

Dedicated to Marine Animal and Ecosystem Conservation  

The commitment of SeaWorld extends beyond the animals in residence. The SeaWorld Rescue team is on call 24×7 to help animals anywhere they are needed.  The team has helped more than 40,000 animals, making it one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world.  

SeaWorld also advances the science of marine animal health through the study of animals in its care, partnerships with leading academic institutions, and withSeaWorld Conservation Fund grants to organizations focused on marine animal rescue and rehabilitation, conservation education, habitat protection and species research.  Since 2003, Fund grants have been made to support 541 different marine-specific conservation projects on all seven continents.   

For more information on events, Teacher and Preschool Fun Cards, park hours and to purchase tickets and/or Fun Cards, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. Be sure to follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

SeaWorld San Diego rings in the end of 2022 with Christmas Celebration fun, fireworks, and more!

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  • Enjoy Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld San Diego through January, as well as nightly fireworks through December 31
  • The park is offering Happy Hour Fridays which include a specialty cocktail at a discount and a 12-ounce draft beer for $2
  • Park guests can enjoy a special firework show and countdown on New Year’s Eve, as well as a ticketed VIP Family New Year’s Eve Bash

 SeaWorld San Diego is ringing in the end of the year with exciting fun, festive offerings. Guests can enjoy Christmas Celebration, daily fireworks, Friday Happy Hour specials, and special fun on New Year’s Eve.

Guests can continue feeling festive cheer at SeaWorld’s annual Christmas Celebration, running through January 8. The event includes two all-new holiday theater shows, live reindeer available for viewing, Mrs. Claus’s Christmas Cavalcade, photo opportunities with Santa and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and more. Guests can also enjoy the newly reimagined 320-foot SkyTower Tree of Light, lit to look like a Christmas tree for the first time in the park’s history. Additionally, starting Friday, December 23 through Saturday, December 31, the all-new Christmas Wish fireworks show will occur nightly 10 minutes prior to park close.

Every Friday from 4 p.m. to park close, guests can also enjoy Happy Hour Fridays at Underwater Cantina and High Tide Brews. Every week, a new featured seasonal drink will be offered at Underwater Cantina at a discounted price, and both locations will offer “Brew for $2” 12-ounce draft beers.

For guests looking for New Year’s Eve plans, SeaWorld will be offering a special New Year’s countdown and fireworks show at 9:00 p.m.  After an unforgettable day of exciting shows, amazing animals, and thrilling rides, the park will transform at dusk into an exciting celebration with electrifying lights and music. The park is also offering a Family New Year’s Eve Bash for the first time. The separately-ticketed VIP event includes party hats, Sesame Street friends, food, a champagne toast, live entertainment and a premium fireworks viewing. Tickets must be purchased in advance online. 

Guests can save up to $45 on tickets and Annual Passes as low as $12.50 a month during SeaWorld San Diego’s Holiday Sale now through January 1st!

               SeaWorld Christmas Celebration runs through January 8. Nightly fireworks will be offered from December 23 through December 31. Special New Year’s Eve celebrations will occur on December 31.

              For exact showtimes and event details visitwww.SeaWorldSanDIego.com

For more information on all SeaWorld San Diego offers visithttps://seaworld.com/san-diego/tickets/limited-time-offers.

            SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.

Sesame Place San Diego to Debut A Very Furry Christmas,

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an ALL-NEW Holiday Event in San Diego!

For the first time ever, guests at Sesame Place San Diego can enjoy Sesame Street-style holiday fun with an exciting lineup of festive shows, activities, and Meet & Greets at San Diego’s newest theme park

·   ALL-NEW event includes Elmo’s Christmas Wish theater show, the Furry Friends Christmas Dance Party, the Sesame Street Christmas Parade, along with other fun events and attractions 

·   Park admission includes NEW event offerings plus exciting Sesame Street-themed rides and select water attractions

·   Buy a 2023 Sesame Place San Diego Season Pass starting at just $13 per month to enjoy unlimited visits and special discounts on parking and merchandise, plus, visit the 2022 ALL-NEW A Very Furry Christmas FREE

Sesame Place® San Diego, the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street®, will launch its ALL-NEW holiday event, A Very Furry Christmas. Offered for the first time for families on the West Coast, the park will transform into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland for guests to celebrate festive holiday fun alongside the daily, fun offerings that theme park guests enjoy year-round. Guests will be merry as they experience Sesame Street-themed Christmas attractions, shows, and experiences plus soar, spin, whirl and twirl on family-friendly rides and select water slides throughout the ALL-NEW Christmas event. Kids will be full of cheer as they play in the snow, take special holiday photos with Cookie Claus, and dance and sing along to their favorite holiday tunes with furry friends. The family-focused event will run on select dates Saturday, November 12 through Sunday, January 8. Highlights include:

ALL-NEW Entertaining Shows & Parades

The ALL-NEW Elmo’s Christmas Wish show at the Sesame Street Theater is a brand-new performance where guests join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Grover, Zoe, and Rosita as they dance and sing about their favorite holiday, talk about what each of them wants for Christmas, and bring the Christmas spirit to Sesame Street.

At the A Very Merry Sesame Street Sing-Along at Rosita’s Holiday Hills, guests will join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and their friends for a fun, festive sing-along as they share their favorite parts of the holiday season. Full of beloved holiday songs and heart-warming moments, this show is certain to remind everyone what the holiday season is all about.

At the Furry Friends Christmas Dance Party on Big Bird’s Beach wave pool lawn, guests can dance, sing, and jingle bell rock along to their favorite holiday tunes with Elmo and his furry friends at this Christmas themed, energetic, interactive dance party!

The Sesame Street Christmas Parade features fantastic floats decorated for the celebration and show-stopping performances that focus on the magic of the holiday season. The whole family will experience an energetic neighborhood Christmas celebration with all their favorite furry friends and exciting performances to holiday favorites. The Sesame Street Christmas Parade finale will leave everyone with warm, fuzzy feelings and fill their hearts with holiday spirit.

Festively Fun Activities for the First-Time

Sesame Place will transform into a winter wonderland, full of holiday décor sure to kickstart Christmas cheer. Kids of all ages can enjoy a fun, festive adventure through the family- friendly Christmas Tree Maze and experience fun, safe soap-snow at Rosita’s Holiday Hills!

Guests can also participate in the fun Spot-The-Gift Scavenger Hunt by purchasing a hunt map in the park.  Guests can search for holiday presents throughout the park and return the completed scavenger hunt map for a special holiday prize!

There are one-of-a-kind Sesame Street Character Photo Opportunities for guests to enjoy with their favorite furry friends, including special festive photo opportunities withCookie Claus!

Ongoing Sesame Place San Diego Park Offerings

In addition to the festivities filling up the park, guests can spend a full day at Sesame Place with rides that everyone can enjoy together! From a child’s first roller coaster ride onSuper Grover’s Box Car Derby to the colorful Sunny Day Carousel to an imaginary trip to outer space on Elmo’s Rockin’ Rockets, the rides at Sesame Place are designed with the whole family in mind. Popular water attractions including Big Bird’s Rambling Riverand Elmo’s Silly Sand Slides will also be open for splashy family fun! 

*Select water attractions are seasonal and will not be operating.

The Best Way to Play

The best way to play all year long with unbeatable benefits is with a 2023 Sesame Place Season Pass for a very low-price of $117 or $13 per month for only nine months. Season Pass Members can enjoy unlimited access to the park with the added benefits of free parking, free friend tickets, discounts on cabanas, Abby’s Magic Queue, and Stroller Rentals, exclusive monthly rewards of free friend tickets, and more. Perks vary based on the type of Season Pass purchased. Guests can purchase a 2023 Season Pass and enjoy unlimited visits this year and next, including A Very Furry Christmas, Mardi Gras Celebration, Elmo’s Eggstravaganza and more! For double the fun all year long, add a SeaWorld Annual Pass for only $87 or $7.25 a month, and enjoy both parks every and any day of the year.

Sesame Place San Diego is located at 2052 Entertainment Circle in Chula Vista. The park is open on Saturdays and Sundays plus select additional dates during November, December, and January. 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 Eggstravaganza, Elmo’s Springtacular, Summer Fun Fest, The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular and A Very Furry Christmas.

SeaWorld San Diego Announces New Family-Friendly Straddle Coaster, Arctic Rescue, to open in 2023!

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  • Arctic Rescue will be the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast
  • New family-friendly ride with 48” height requirement has three exhilarating launches that increase in speed at each launch
  • Ride to bring awareness to threats facing Arctic sea life from climate change and global warming 
  • Annual Pass Members will be the first to ride before the official opening

SeaWorld San Diego is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated coaster, Arctic Rescue, will open in Spring 2023. Joining other thrill rides at the theme park, Arctic Rescue will be the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast. This family-friendly multi-launch ride invites guests 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. With its 48-inch height requirement, adventure seekers of all ages will enjoy the thrills and chills of Arctic Rescue.

SeaWorld’s coolest new coaster will feature a unique indoor launch station where passengers will start their journey inside of the Wild Arctic exhibit and launch outside straddling a unique snowmobile style vehicle. Guests will race through the Arctic and experience three exhilarating launches, each faster than the last, at 34, 38 and 40 miles per hour. The straddle snowmobile-style seats allow for an immersive ride experience for each rider as they lean into banks and turns and glide up heights as tall as 30 feet along the 2,800 feet of track. Manufactured by Intamin Worldwide, each train will hold 16 riders in eight, two-person rows. 

“We’re continuously looking for ways to add new experiences to the park for our guests and this new coaster is a great addition to our ride line-up and a perfect complement to the Wild Arctic exhibit,” said Jim Lake, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “The ride is also an educational opportunity for guests to learn more about climate change, how it impacts animals in the Arctic and what they can do to help the issue. I truly feel that seeing these animals up-close at SeaWorld allows guests to build a stronger connection and encouragement to take action to help protect them.”

Unpredictable climate fluctuations and global warming is happening in the Arctic three times as fast as the rest of the planet.  As a result, the Arctic sea ice that many animals rely on for survival is melting, threatening the survival of many species and forcing them to change the way they hunt, breed, and migrate. The ride is inspired by the heroic efforts of the SeaWorld Rescue Team and their dedication to rescuing animals in distress and in need of care. Riders will race the unpredictable arctic climate to save these animals in danger. Arctic Rescue is incorporated in the Wild Arctic exhibit which is home to a ringed seal, walruses, and belugas, some of the species most impacted by Arctic sea loss. The new ride will bring awareness to the pressures the Arctic is facing and allow guests to visit, see and learn more about each animal whose species call the Arctic their home. 

Arctic Rescue will be the perfect addition for the Coaster Capital of San Diego and SeaWorld’s ever-growing ride portfolio, which includes Journey to Atlantis, Manta, Electric Eel, Tidal Twister and Emperor, voted one of 2022’s top best new attractions in the country by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice poll. Arctic Rescue will join the park’s famed attractions as a must-do experience for coaster enthusiasts everywhere.

Pass Members Are the First to Ride 

The best way to experience Arctic Rescue and all that SeaWorld San Diego has to offer is with an Annual Pass. All Pass Members will receive exclusive ride times to experience Arctic Rescue before the ride opens to all guests in 2023. 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 $12.50 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 visit seaworld.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 Entertainment, Inc.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.