Costumes, Candy, and Family-Friendly Halloween Fun Return at SeaWorld San Diego’s Spooktacular Celebration!

  • SeaWorld Spooktacular runs select days from September 17- October 31, and is included with park admission
  • Family activities include a Halloween Dance Party, hay maze, pumpkin scavenger hunt, and meet-and-greets with friendly Halloween mermaids
  • Children can dress up in Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat on a special candy trail throughout the park
  • Kids under the age of 9 receive free park admission with the purchase of an adult ticket now through October 31
  • For the best value, purchase a 2023 Fun Card now for unlimited admission for all of 2023 plus the rest of 2022 FREE

SeaWorld San Diego is celebrating Halloween with family-friendly fun at this year’s annual Spooktacular. 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. The event runs every Saturday and Sunday from September 17 through October 30, plus Halloween Monday on October 31. The days will be full of immersive and family-friendly activities to get into the Halloween spirit.

Trick-or-Treating Around SeaWorld San Diego

Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat for candy and snacks along the park’s trick-or-treat candy trail. Each candy station along the trail features an assortment of sweet and salty favorites. A SeaWorld trick-or-trick bag is required and will be available to purchase to participate in trick-or-treating. Please note that guests who are ages 13 and older may not wear costume masks or hoods, and all costumes are subject to the normal dress code for the park. In addition, face painting is not permitted on any guests unless it is done by park artists.

Family-Friendly Halloween Experiences

Spooktacular will feature a variety of fun, family-friendly Halloween activities perfect for a spooky, fall day. Children of all ages will love meeting friendly Halloween mermaids in a special immersive experience along the trick-or-treat trail. Guests can also join a cast of silly characters for a Halloween Dance Party featuring popular Halloween-themed songs and family-friendly games like limbo, freeze dance, and more. Next to the dance party is a festive hay maze where families can explore and meet some fun fall characters along the way.

Families can also participate in a fun Spooktacular Pumpkin Hunt throughout the park! A map can be purchased at The SeaWorld Store to help track down SeaWorld and Halloween inspired painted pumpkins – plus, families that participate can exchange the completed map for a special prize!

Back by popular demand, SeaWorld Spooktacular will also include the celebration of the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos. Large, beautifully dressed Catrina statues will welcome guests as they discover ofrendas (offerings) of mementos and flowers honoring loved ones who have passed. There will also be traditional food options available for purchase in the park.

Kids Visit for Free During September and October

For a limited time, kids ages 3 to 9 can receive FREE admission with a full price paid adult admission. The free child ticket is redeemable for one visit to SeaWorld San Diego through October 31, 2022, making it a perfect way to have the whole family enjoy SeaWorld San Diego’s Spooktacular!

One of the best ways for guests to experience SeaWorld San Diego at the best value is with a 2023 Fun Card for $99.99. The Fun Card offers unlimited park admission for all of 2023 plus the rest of 2022 for free. For even more unbeatable benefits, guests can purchase an Annual Pass for as low as $12.50/month. With an Annual Pass, guests will enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, savings on merchandise and more. 

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

About 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.

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SeaWorld San Diego Celebrates National Roller Coaster Day as the Coaster Capital of San Diego!

• SeaWorld San Diego has five fun and thrilling coasters that cater to every type of thrill-seeker

• The ALL-NEW Emperor, California’s tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster is approaching its 500,000th ride since opening; the 500,000th rider will receive free single-ride Quick Queues for every visit*

• Sweet summer endings with free ice cream through the remainder of August

• Guests can now purchase a 2023 Fun Card for $99.99 unlimited admission now through the end of 2023

• Pass Members will receive a one-time Quick Queue to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day

SeaWorld San Diego is celebrating National Roller Coaster Day on August 16 as the Coaster Capital of San Diego. With the opening of Emperor this past March, the park now has five unique coasters that each provide something special for every type of thrill seeker, plus a variety of family-friendly and fun rides for guests of all ages to enjoy. The best way to enjoy all the rides again and again is with a SeaWorld San Diego 2023 Fun Card. Starting today, guests can purchase Fun Cards for an unbeatable price of $99.99, and get unlimited admission for 2023, plus free admission for the remainder of 2022.

A Coaster for Every Type of Rider

SeaWorld San Diego touts the name Coaster Capital of San Diego with five roller coasters for guests to enjoy –Emperor, Electric Eel, Manta, Journey to Atlantis and Tidal Twister. Whether guests are looking for a family coaster, high-thrills, or a quick way to cool off, the park has a coaster for everyone.

SeaWorld San Diego’s newest coaster, Emperor, is the tallest, fastest, and longest floorless dive coaster in California. Riders are suspended on a 45-degree angle before plunging down a 143-foot facedown vertical drop, accelerating more than 60 miles per hour into exhilarating loops, a tribute to emperor penguins’ amazing underwater diving abilities. Named after the Emperor penguin and its dive capability, SeaWorld partnered with Penguins International, an organization dedicated to penguin conservation and research that will focus on penguin awareness and the conservation needs of this special aquatic bird, to help spread the word. Since opening five months ago, Emperor has averaged 100,000 rides per month and is now quickly approaching its 500,000th ride. The lucky 500,000th rider will receive a free single-ride Quick Queue* for every visit for the remainder of the year.

Electric Eel is San Diego’s tallest and fastest roller coaster. Featuring multiple-launch experiences, Electric Eel propels riders forward and backward as they speed through the ride’s station house accelerating to more than 60 miles per hour in seconds. Riders then rocket skyward nearly 150 feet where they brave an inverted “heartline” roll and a twisting loop for an exciting feeling of airtime as riders crest the top before breathlessly returning to the station. The ride features educational signage related to the ride’s namesake, the moray eel with a moray eel aquarium located next to the entry pathway.

For families looking for a thrill, Manta is SeaWorld’s exciting, double-launch family coaster. It features a 54-foot drop and twists and turns that make riders feel like they’re soaring and diving like a manta ray. Located within the ride landscape is a 100,000-gallon aquarium filled with California bat rays, diamond stingrays shovelnose guitarfish, as well as many native fish to the California coast. The reef-themed aquarium includes eight acrylic viewing windows where guests can see marine life above and in front of them, and a shallow above-ground pool where guests touch and feed California bat rays. This hands-on experience allows our guests to make a connection with rays that may inspire them to project this amazing species by cherishing its ocean home, and the environment in general.

For those that want to cool off, Journey to Atlantis is a wet and wild water coaster experience on Greek fishing boats. Inspired by one of the sea’s favorite legends, Journey to Atlantis takes riders on an exploration of a lost civilization, where they experience an action adventure with splashing thrills! Eight-passenger boats take riders on their voyage, which includes a splashy, 60-foot plunge into a lake. One of the innovative elements of the ride gives passengers the illusion they’re not moving when actually they’re being elevated nearly eight stories inside the lift tower. 

The unique dueling roller coaster Tidal Twister features high-speed turns and upside-down twists as the dueling-train roller coaster accelerates to 30 miles per hour, riders twist and bank as if they are riding the tide along a tight, figure-8 track that includes dynamic Zero-G roll at the center section. Two trains holding 16 passengers each load at opposite ends of the figure-8 and cross in the center, with guests facing both forward and backward on the trains. A lower-height requirement of 48 inches makes this attraction a perfect ride for younger guests and families. Tidal Twister is adjacent to touch pools, the perfect location to spotlight SeaWorld’s continuing commitment to conservation awareness and action, focusing on sustainable aquaculture and coral reef protection. Tidal Twister is set to reopen in late August.

In addition to the thrills of coasters, guests of all ages can fill their day splashing, swinging, spinning, and enjoying many of the family-friendly rides located throughout the park. Fan-favorites and SeaWorld landmarks, Skytower and Bayside Skyride take passengers high above SeaWorld for beautiful views of Mission Bay. Guests can opt to make a splash and cool off on Shipwreck Rapids or spin round and round on Riptide Rescue. For kid-friendly fun, families are invited to enjoy Tentacle Twirl, Sea Dragon Drop, Octarock and Aqua Scout, plus Elmo’s Flying Fish, Oscar’s Rockin’ Eel, and Abby’s Sea Star Spin located in Sesame Street® Bay of Play!

SeaWorld guests are encouraged to take the Coaster Challenge and ride all participating rides in one day and share the fun on their social media using #SeaWorldSanDiego and #CoasterCapitalSD.

Fun Cards are Back for 2023 – Buy Now and Get the Rest of 2022 Free!

Guests can now buy a 2023 Fun Card for $99.99, and get unlimited visits for all of 2023, plus free admission for the remainder of 2022. The free months include SeaWorld’s Spooktacular and Christmas Celebration, the upcoming family-friendly daytime park events.

For those looking for the best value, guests can upgrade to an Annual Pass, including benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, up to 50 percent off in-park purchases, and much more. To celebrate National Roller Coaster Day, SeaWorld Pass Members will also receive a one-time Quick Queue for a ride of their choice between August 13- August 16, 2022.

Sweet Summer Endings with Free Ice Cream

In celebration of National Roller Coaster Day and the last few weeks of summer fun, SeaWorld is offering all guests FREE ice cream starting Monday, Aug. 15 for the remainder of August. This cool summer treat at a price that couldn’t be any sweeter is limited to one ice cream per guest and available at the Fusion

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, Fun Cards and Pass Members, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

*One quick queue per week for the remainder of the year.

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SeaWorld San Diego Announces the Launch of the 2023 Fun Card with Unlimited Visits for all of 2023 plus the rest of 2022 for Free

    •    For a limited time, purchase a 2023 Fun Card and receive free admission for the rest of 2022 at no additional cost

    •    2023 Fun Cards are the best way to play at the best value for only $99.99

    •    Unlimited visits include admission to 2022 seasonal events such as Craft Beer Festival, Spooktacular and SeaWorld Christmas Celebration

San Diego, CA (August 15, 2022) – SeaWorld San Diego announced the launch of the 2023 Fun Card today offering unlimited visits through all of 2023 and the rest of 2022 for FREE! With exciting and entertaining events in store at SeaWorld San Diego for the remainder of 2022 and all of 2023, there’s no better time, and no better offer, then right now to purchase a 2023 Fun Card. For a limited time, guests can now purchase a 2023 Fun Card for only $99.99 and receive FREE unlimited park admission* for the rest of 2022. This will allow guests to experience SeaWorld’s remaining 2022 events such as Craft Beer Festival, Spooktacular and Christmas Celebration.

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 the all-new Emperor, California’s tallest, fastest and longest floorless dive coaster, plus take advantage of events all year long – all included in park admission. A Fun Card purchase allows guests to enjoy the rest of 2022 including new experiences and seasonal events through the end of year at no additional cost, including:

Craft Beer Festival – Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, August 19 – Sept. 11, plus Labor Day (Monday, September 5)

Craft Beer Festival is returning to SeaWorld San Diego with even more delicious local brew and food options than ever before. The event features an unbeatable mix of more than 100 domestic and local California crafts brews. Thanks to the newly opened High Tide Brews taproom, the event has expanded from last year to include a beer garden with live entertainment, Meet the Brewer talks, and special beer tasting and flight options. For guests who prefer alternative options to beer, the festival will have a range of hard kombucha and cider options available.

Spooktacular – Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 17 – Oct. 31

Halloween is back with candy, costumes, and lots of spooky surprises! Guests can enjoy trick-or-treating, a special pumpkin scavenger hunt, hay maze, Halloween dance party with colorful characters and more fun family-friendly activities. SeaWorld Spooktacular is a perfect way to spend fall days with family and friends and is included with park admission.

For fans of thrills and chills, Howl-O-Scream is San Diego’s biggest Halloween nighttime event. Featuring all-new haunted houses, scare zones and monsters, there’s nowhere to hide during this spine-tingling event. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed event and is intended for a mature audience.

Christmas Celebration – Nov 12 – Jan. 8

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration brings families together with priceless traditions and new fun-filled surprises. Sip delicious hot chocolate as you visit Sea Otters, Flamingos, Sea Lions, Turtles, and Bat Rays. Discover photo-perfect moments throughout more than 100 acres of beautifully decorated park, including an array of beautiful Christmas trees, a holiday music-activated tunnel of lights, plus opportunities to snap a photo with Santa Claus himself. The holiday time brings elves, snowflakes, reindeers and more through park walkways as guests make their way to view live and entertaining seasonal performances.

Best Way to Play at the Best Value

The best way to experience all that SeaWorld San Diego has to offer is with a 2023 Fun Card. For the best value, buy now to get the rest of 2022 FREE, and visit again and again through the end of 2023! This incredible deal offers more than four bonus months when you buy now, for only $99.99 for a limited time.

For park access with even more benefits and low monthly payments starting at $12.25 per month, guests can also upgrade to a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum Annual Pass to enjoy the perks they want most. Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of visits with special benefits including exclusive ride opportunities, FREE parking, up to 6 free guest tickets, savings on merchandise, and more! Annual Pass Members also get exclusive discounts on Howl-O-Scream tickets.

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.

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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.

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SeaWorld San Diego Expands Food & Beverage Portfolio with New Restaurants and Bars to Satisfy All Cravings!

  • Five of the most highly anticipated venues are officially open at San Diego theme park
  • ALL-New High Tide Brews tap room Celebrates Opening with $2 Beer Flights of local California favorites on Fridays for a limited time
  • Hibisco offers modern Mexican flavors, featuring bowls and tacos using the freshest ingredients
  • Manta Pizza serves mouthwatering pizza baked to perfection
  • Mixologist curated cocktails, frozen specialties and more available at Underwater Cantina
  • Sweet treats to beat the California heat at Dreyer’s Ice Cream Parlor

SeaWorld San Diego is serving up more options for guests to indulge with five anticipated food and beverage venues now open. The park that offers endless family fun year-round is giving guests new options to fuel them for a day of animal presentations and visits, family and thrill rides, seasonal events and more. Hibisco, Manta Pizza, Underwater Cantina, Dreyer’s Ice Cream Parlor and High Tide Brews will meet all park goers cravings by offering them a variety of delicious food and mouth-watering drink options to choose from.

High Tide Brews tap room offers a multitude of craft brews to enjoy and a scenic garden view with live music just footsteps away. Select from one of four featured local California favorite craft brews or sample them all with a SeaWorld Sampler Flight. To toast to the opening of High Tide Brews SeaWorld is offering a special limited-time High Tide Happy Hour every Friday from 4 – 7 p.m. with $2 Beer Flights*. Flights include four 5 oz. samples of:

  • Emperor Hazy IPA by Mike Hess Brewing
  • Shipwreck Rapids Lager by Mike Hess Brewing 
  • SkyTower Golden Ale by Golden Road Brewing
  • India Pale Whale West Coast IPA by Harland Brewing Co.

Experience modern Mexican flavors at Hibisco, featuring crave-worthy bowls and tacos using the freshest ingredients. Guests will get a mouthful of tastes and spices with their bowl or taco choice of carne asada, adobada, chicken, or Impossible chorizo, each complemented by cilantro lime rice and a variety of toppings exclusive to each menu offering. Complete the meal with a side of street corn or black beans or go for a sweet finish with caramel churros or cheesecake.

Manta Pizza opens as a delicious destination to stop and refuel between rides and exhibits. Located at the heart of SeaWorld San Diego, the chefs at Manta Pizza craft delicious pizza pies with options such as traditional cheese, pepperoni, and vegetarian. The rich taste and fresh ingredients provide guests with the perfect pit-stop for a quick and delicious lunch break.

Underwater Cantina is the perfect new spot for adults looking for a cocktail to wrap up their day long adventure. Guests can relax on the patio and soak in the California sun while sipping on mixologist curated cocktails, such as the Mermaid Margarita or Starr-Berry Mojito, frozen specialties or one of the many mezcal and tequila offerings.

Beat the California heat at the park’s new Dreyer’s Ice Cream Parlor. Guests can take a bite of scrumptious hand-dipped ice cream cones or the chocolaty brownie sundaes, sure to satisfy your sweet tooth after a day full of family fun.

“We are so excited to open a number of new food and drink venues at SeaWorld San Diego” says Jim Lake, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “We are always looking to offer guests new and exciting ways to enhance their experience at the park, and we can’t wait for guests to refuel and reenergize at these delicious destinations.”

Unlimited Days to Eat and Drink in 2022 with a SeaWorld Annual Pass
The best way to nibble and nosh throughout the park while enjoying everything else SeaWorld has to offer is with an Annual Pass. For as low as $13.75 a month, guests can enjoy unlimited admission, free parking, free guest tickets, discounts, 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 details and information.

*Limit one $2 flight per person on Fridays only between 4-7p and for a limited time only.

Electric Ocean Summer Concert Series

Asia featuring John Payne 

Saturday, June 18 at 6:00 p.m.  

This English rock supergroup was formed in London in the 1980s and is notorious for hits like ”Heat of the Moment” and “Only Time Will Tell.”  

David Nail 

Saturday, June 25 at 6:00 p.m.  

A chart-topping songwriter and Grammy-nominated frontman, David Nail has spent a decade leaving his unique mark on modern country music. 

MacKenzie Porter

Saturday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m.

A Canadian country singer, actress and songwriter. She has released one self-titled album, achieved three Canada Country number ones with “About You”, “These Days”, and “Seeing Other People”, and featured on Dustin Lynch’s number one Country Airplay hit “Thinking ‘Bout You”.

Ashanti 

Saturday, July 30 at 6:00 p.m.  

Grammy award winning multi platinum singer and songwriter Ashanti has released 18 Hot 100 tracks, including two No. 1 hits “What’s Luv?” and “Always on Time”. 

Micky Dolenz of The Monkees 

Saturday, August 13 at 6:00 p.m. 

Micky Dolenz IS the voice of The Monkees. The unmistakable performer that moved a generation and led this pop culture phenomena to a dozen Top 20 singles, four #1 albums

 and two Emmy Awards. Having entertained audiences his entire life, Micky brings a one-of-a-kind presence to the stage, drawing on his background in television, film broadcasting and Broadway. 

SeaWorld San Diego Electrifies Summer with the Return of Electric Ocean with Fun Summer Days and Fiery Summer Nights!

  • Guests of all ages can party all day and stay late into the night all summer long in immersive exotic worlds of light and music
  • Bayside Amphitheater to reopen with incredible concert line-up on select Saturdays
  • ALL-NEW ADRENALINE! stunt show featuring America’s Got Talent superstar and daredevil Annaliese Nock
  • Illuminating evenings with spectacular fireworks every weekend and family-friendly DJ dance parties and entertainment offered nightly
  • Runs June 4 to August 14, including Labor Day
  • SeaWorld’s Extended Memorial Day Sale offers tickets and Annual passes up to 30% off for a limited time only

 Electric Ocean, SeaWorld San Diego’s electrifying summer event featuring both daytime and nighttime entertainment, returns with fun for guests of all ages on Saturday, June 4. After a day of summer fun visiting penguins, sharks, sea lions, belugas and more at animal exhibits,learning about dolphins and orcas at live educational presentations, plus the excitement of kid-friendly rides and thrill roller coasters including the recently opened Emperor floorless dive coaster, guests can continue their visit after dark during extended summer hours. Dive into incredible environments of light and music while experiencing fan-favorite SeaWorld attractions like they have never seen them. Join playful sea creatures and lively party hosts for family-friendly dance parties all around the park. Experience new entertaining performances that will hype up fans to last all night long. Plus, end the night with an illuminating fireworks spectacular that can be seen from all around the park.

Electrifying Entertainment

  • All New! Summertime Concerts – Bayside Amphitheater, SeaWorld’s popular performance venue, is reopening this summer with an incredible lineup of concerts for guests to enjoy evening music on select Saturdays during Electric Ocean. 
  • All New! ADRENALINE! – Guests will be on the edge of their seats in this maximum- energy show of extreme stunts featuring America’s Got Talent Star and renowned daredevil Annaliese Nock. Known for holding the Guinness World Record Holder for most somersaults on a Wheel of Death in one minute, this fearless entertainer and cast of performers will have hearts racing as they maneuver through various acts in this all-new exciting show.
  • All New! ElectroBlast – A high-energy bioluminescent percussion show that creates a sensory electronic rhythmic dance atmosphere that captivates audiences of all ages! The rhythm and beats will inspire guests to move and groove to the hip-notic sounds of this energized, immersive musical experience.
  • IGNITE Fireworks: A fireworks spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above the park. The fireworks can be seen from all around SeaWorld’s 100+ acre park.
  • Club Sea Glow—The party amps up after dark where a DJ will be mixing dance music all evening leading up to the start of our fireworks finale. Party goers are invited to join this family-friendly dance party and get on the dance floor.
  • Electric Floating Acts: Imaginative characters, artists, acrobats, and entertainers roam throughout the park with illuminating costumes and high-energy atmospheric acts.

Showtimes vary during Electric Ocean evenings. Guests are encouraged to check the park schedule for times.

Glowing Illuminations

  • Laser Reef Light Show: SeaWorld San Diego caps off the night with a canopy of colors that submerges guests below the ocean in a dazzling display of color and sound.
  • Light Tunnel: This cosmic light tunnel invites park visitors to feel the vibe and music and dance into the vast depths of Electric Ocean and all that it has to offer! A photo-worthy walk-through with immersive lights changing in various bright colors.

Sea of Life: Illuminous fish sculptures to explore and view as they appear to swim and come to life through the landscaping, riding high above exotic plants and grasses.

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

Play All Summer Long with an Annual Pass

One of the best ways for guests to experience Electric Ocean is to purchase tickets in advance during the extended SeaWorld San Diego Memorial Day Sale with up to 30 percent off tickets and 10 percent off Annual Passes! Guests can take advantage of this great value now through June 5. With a SeaWorld San Diego Annual Pass guests enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise and more! Visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com to purchase.

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.

SeaWorld San Diego and Mike Hess Brewing Create a New Limited Release   Emperor Hazy IPA to Celebrate California’s Newest, Tallest and Fastest Dive Coaster, Emperor Opening March 12th!

  • Emperor Hazy IPA available only at SeaWorld San Diego 
  • A portion of Emperor Hazy IPA proceeds will be donated to Penguins International
  • Dive into pineapple, mango and citrus hop flavors that will throw your senses for a loop
  • Emperor is the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state
  • One of the most anticipated rides of 2022 by USA Today

SeaWorld San Diego and Mike Hess Brewing are tapping into something refreshing by creating a custom IPA that celebrates one of the most anticipated coasters of 2022 by USA Today, Emperor, the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in the state, set to open at SeaWorld San Diego to the public on Saturday, March 12.  The all-new limited release beer will be available only at SeaWorld San Diego to the public starting March 2, the same day that Pass Members can start previewing the ride before it opens to the general public. In addition to the great taste, guests can feel good about their beverage selection. Through SeaWorld’s continued partnership with Penguins International to focus on penguin awareness and the conservation needs of this special aquatic bird, a portion of the proceeds from Emperor Hazy IPA will be donated to Penguins International.

“I am excited for the opportunities that partnerships like this can do to enhance the experience for our guests, and what a better time as we launch California’s first floorless dive coaster, said Jim Lake, SeaWorld Park President.  “This partnership allows us to spotlight the ride, the amazing species it is named after and support a cause focused on penguin conservation, education and research efforts. Mike Hess is a great friend of SeaWorld and we look forward to our continued relationship.”

Emperor Hazy IPA is a 7.0% ABV delicious and citrus-forward Hazy India Pale Ale, a relatively new style of IPA in which the vast majority of the hops added to the beer are added at the very end of brewing, leaving all the bitterness out, and causing two desirable effects: first, a massive, citrusy aroma from the beer and, second, an interaction between the hop’s lupulin compounds and the beer’s grains creating a smooth haziness appearance to the beer. Emperor Hazy IPA is crafted with water, barley, wheat, and oats, as well as Citra, Mosaic and Cascade hops. And, like all Mike Hess Brewing’s beers, Emperor Hazy IPA is crafted to reduce gluten, so even guests who are gluten-intolerant may enjoy this ale.

SeaWorld and Mike Hess Brewing have partnered on custom brews for the park since 2015. The first, a fruit-forward IPA was created with the addition of real grapefruit juice to their popular Solis IPA brand. The beer, SeaWorld Solis, was an instant hit with guests and after its limited time at SeaWorld, and due to its popularity, the beer hit bars and grocery stories later that Summer.  Grapefruit Solis was the number one brand for the brewery for over two years.

“It’s such an incredible opportunity to partner with an organization like SeaWorld, simultaneously an iconic San Diego brand as well as one so focused on their incredible work in protecting and preserving marine species, said Mike Hess, Founder and Chief Brewing Officer of Mike Hess Brewing. “The Mike Hess team is thrilled to be not only a part of the new coaster’s launch but to be aligned with another organization also doing much good. We’re very proud of this beer and hope it only enhances what’s sure to be an amazing day at the park.”

In addition to creating custom beers for SeaWorld, Mike Hess Brewing has been an active beer supplier at the park for over six years, participating in events such as Seven Seas Food Festival and the new Craft Beer Festival that debuted in 2021. 

SeaWorld has brought back the popular SoCal Pass for only $10 per month for a limited time. Not only will guests receive unlimited admission for 12 months* and discounted parking but they will also take advantage of all the hops and drops with early access to floorless coaster thrills on the all-new Emperor Dive Coaster starting on March 2 followed by a refreshing gulp of Emperor Hazy IPA.

For more information about Mike Hess Brewing, visit www.mikehessbrewing.com. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld onFacebook and Instagram for the latest park details and information.

All-New Mardi Gras Event Parades into SeaWorld San Diego for The First Time Weekends In February 2022!

  • Family-friendly event brings the excitement of Mardi Gras to San Diego with live music, colorful costumes, festive performers, kids’ games, and more
  • SeaWorld will debut amazing Mardi Gras parade with a live band and merry performers 
  • Guests can try all-new menu featuring Mardi Gras-inspired Creole and Cajun cuisine, plus refreshing libations for guests 21 and older
  • SeaWorld SoCal Pass is back for a year of unlimited admission for only $10 per month
  • In addition to Mardi Gras, Pass Members can dive into floorless coaster thrills in March with early access to the all-new Emperor Coaster before it opens to the general public on March 12

SeaWorld San Diego is bringing New Orleans flare, food, and festivities to the West Coast with an ALL-NEW, Mardi Gras event starting on February 5 and running on Saturdays and Sundays through the month of February. The event is included in park admission and brings the excitement of Mardi Gras with a celebration full of live music, colorful costumes, cheerful performers, and kids’ games and activities. Guests can also indulge in ALL-NEW menu items with delicious Mardi Gras-inspired Creole and Cajun cuisine. To get the most out of Mardi Gras and all SeaWorld has to offer, SeaWorld has brought back the popular SoCal Pass for only $10 per month for a limited time. Guests will receive unlimited admission for 12 months* and discounted parking, plus they will be the talk of the Mardi Gras parade once they collect their Mardi Gras light up necklace and are lighting up the stage. Diving into the following month, SoCal Pass Members will also receive early access to floorless coaster thrills on the all-new Emperor Coaster starting on March 10 and 11 before the ride opens to the public on March 12!

SeaWorld’s New Event Offers Kid-Friendly Mardi Gras Festivities for Families in SoCal

  • The festive spirit of Fat Tuesday will come alive with the SkyTower lawn fully decked out in Mardi Gras flare. Purple, green and gold flags, ribbons, lights and masks will decorate the festival area while colorful characters in over-the-top costumes greet and pose with passersby. 
  • Guests will dance in the street to jazzy beats while grasping for shiny beads during the daily Mardi Gras walking parade along SeaWorld’s very own “Bourbon Street.”​ The parade will run twice a day and feature a live band as well as an assortment of street performers such as jugglers​, jesters,​ and more. 
  • Family-friendly activities will take place throughout the weekend, including an opportunity to participate in the Mardi Gras parade alongside merry Mardi Gras performers! The festival area will also have a face painting booth, fair-style games, and other fun kid’s activities. 
  • The area will be buzzing with French Quarter beats as live musical performances take place on our SkyTower Stage. Guests can enjoy sets from DJs and groove to classic Mardi Gras genres, such as Dixieland and Jazz, plus special performances by the San Diego Marine Corp Marching Band on select dates.  
  • Of course, it’s not Mardi Gras without decadent food. Guests will indulge in a variety of ALL-NEW food offerings at the park including Creole and Cajun food favorites like zesty andouille sausage and shrimp jambalaya, hearty po-boy sandwiches, mouthwatering dirty rice, delicious King Cake Roulade,​ fluffy filled beignets doused in powdered-sugar, and more. ​Guests who are 21 and older can also partake in refreshing festive cocktails such as classic Hurricanes and Frozen Margaritas.

“We’re thrilled to bring this exciting new event offering to San Diego,” said Jim Lake, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “SeaWorld’s Mardi Gras will give guests a taste of New Orleans’ iconic carnival celebration and fully immerse them in all the colors, flavors, sounds and fun of Mardi Gras with activities suitable for visitors of all-ages. Laissez le bon temps rouler!”

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

The safety of our guests, Ambassadors and animals in our care remains our top priority. Per the California Department of Public Health, all guests are required to wear a mask indoors.

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 39,000 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. *Some restrictions and blockout dates apply. 

CALIFORNIA’S TALLEST, FASTEST AND LONGEST DIVE COASTER, EMPEROR, SET TO OPEN AT SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO ON MARCH 12!

Today on Penguin Awareness Day (Jan. 20), SeaWorld San Diego is announcing the grand opening date of the long-awaited Emperor dive coaster.

Announcement Offers another reason to celebrate Penguin Awareness Day

Opening on March 12, 2022, Emperor is the newest addition to the park’s thrill rides and will be the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state. Named after the Emperor penguin, the world’s largest penguin, the all-new Emperor coaster will mimic this species’ amazing underwater diving ability. Climbing to 153 feet with feet dangling in the air, riders will be suspended on a 45-degree angle at the crown of the ride before plunging down a 143-foot facedown vertical drop, accelerating to more than 60 miles per hour.

Riders will also experience inversions, barrel roll, Immelmann loop, hammerhead turn and flat spin as they race along the nearly 2,500 feet of track. Each of the floorless ride cars will hold 18 riders in three, six-person rows. This is the first seating configuration of its kind in North America.

BEST WAYS TO PLAY – Dive into all the Fun with A SeaWorld Annual Pass or 2022 Fun Card!

The best way to experience Emperor is with a SeaWorld Fun Card or Annual Pass. Pay for a day and play all year with a SeaWorld Fun Card that gives you unlimited visits* through 2022. (*Blockout dates apply) But why stop at a Fun Card? Annual Passes are packed with benefits designed to make the park even more enjoyable including unlimited admission for 12 months with NO blockout dates, up to six (6) FREE bring-a-friend tickets, in-park discounts, plus an exclusive Emperor Ride Preview in March and more! Annual Passes are available for as low as $12.25 per month. Visit https://seaworld.com/san-diego/annual-pass-1/ to buy yours today.

The first and only floorless dive coaster in CA
Pass Members will receive an exclusive Emperor Ride Preview in March

CONNECT AND BE INSPIRED AT SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO’S INSIDE LOOK EVENT Starting Jan 8th! 

A One-of-a-Kind Experience that Connects Guests to See and Learn More About Animal Care and Recues Through Up-Close Opportunities

Starting this weekend, guests are invited to an up-close and inspiring special event to see and learn more about animal care with the experts at SeaWorld® San Diego’s Inside Look event taking place on Saturdays and Sundays, Jan. 8 – 30. This unique event will give guests an ‘inside look’ to learn more about the dedicated animal care and what it takes to maintain a premier zoological institution like SeaWorld San Diego. Through engaging educational opportunities, guests will participate in exclusive meet-and-greets and special access that will be available throughout the event to help build a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world we all share. 

In addition to the beloved Orca Encounter offered daily, the park will host an exclusive Orca presentation for Inside Look, demonstrating the H.E.L.P.P.R. (Husbandry, Exercise, Learning, Play, Presentation and Relate) philosophy that the SeaWorld animal care team embodies, and the incredible connection created between the Animal Care Specialists and orcas. Guests can arrive early to the Sea Lions Live and Dolphin Days shows for special 10-minute presentations where they will learn more about the day-to-day care the dedicated animal care teams provide to these animals, how they cultivate behaviors and bonds, and how the work being done at SeaWorld benefits these species in the wild. Additionally, knowledgeable Education and Zoological Ambassadors will hold talks throughout the day at exhibits across the park, including Wild Arctic, Flamingos, Penguin Encounter, Otter Outlook, and Sea Lion Point, and share stories of personal connections, animal insights and Q&A discussions directly from the dedicated specialists who care for these animals every day. 

“Inside Look is an extremely unique opportunity for guests to connect with these amazing animals and allows us to showcase the work being done by our dedicated Animal Care and Rescue Teams on a daily basis. Our team works closely with these animals every day which has built trust over many years. During this event we will share how these special relationships are cultivated and some of our favorite memories with our guests,” said Stephanie Costelow, SeaWorld Vice President of Zoological Operations. “From daily educational presentations to the more than 39,000 rescues our SeaWorld Rescue team has completed, we hope that through our efforts, we are able to teach and inspire others to take actions that help protect wild animals and wild places.”

For an in-depth look at SeaWorld’s history of animal care, guests can visit the Inside Look Event Hub at Mission Bay Theater to participate in engaging conversations with zoological experts. They can also view curated episodes of the award-winning SeaWorld® Sea Rescue TV series, along with hosted trivia and park history. At Mission Bay Theatre, guests will also encounter the SeaWorld Up-Close exhibit featuring displays of equipment and wetsuits used by the Rescue Team and unique items from the park’s great 55-year history. 

Inside Look will spotlight conservation organizations in the local community that SeaWorld partners with, such as the Wolf Education Project among others. Nautilus Amphitheater will feature weekend presentations with dynamic guest speakers and animal ambassadors, each with a unique tie to SeaWorld. Speakers include renowned local artist Stephen Fishwick, Jackson Conservation Ambassadors and more.Guests can partake in a fascinating tour that takes them behind the scenes of an incredible engineering structure that maintains the crucial water quality at the park, demonstrating the link between the ocean and SeaWorld.

To further enhance their Inside Look experience, guests can choose to purchase an Inside Look Scavenger Hunt map that encourages people of all ages todiscover new things about SeaWorld San Diego by matching stickers with points of interest around the park and redeem completed maps for a very special SeaWorld prize.

Inside Look is included with park admission, with opportunities for upgrades. Animals, caregivers, and activities in each area of Inside Look may differ day to day. Events and times are subject to change.

Experts in Animal Care and Dedicated to Conservation

SeaWorld is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare and veterinary care.   Its team of more than 1,000 animal specialists provide the highest standards of care for one of the largest zoological collections in the world.  

SeaWorld is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA); regulated and reviewed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service andNational Oceanic and Atmospheric (NOAA) National Marine Fisheries, among others, to ensure the highest standards of animal care, welfare and safety.  SeaWorld is also accredited by theAlliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums and has earned the Humane Certified™ seal from American Humane, the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare. 

SeaWorld also advances the science of marine animal health through the study of animals in its care, partnerships with leading academic institutions, and with SeaWorld Conservation Fund grants to organizations focused on marine animal rescue and rehabilitation, conservation education, habitat protection and species research. 

The SeaWorld Rescue team is on call 24×7 to help animals in need. SeaWorld has rescued more than 39,000 marine animals, making it one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world.  

Inside Look is the first of an exciting 2022 event lineup at SeaWorld San Diego. Other upcoming events include:

  • Mardi Gras: Feb 5- 27 (Saturdays and Sundays) 
    This all-new event brings the excitement of Mardi Gras to San Diego. Guests can grab their beads and celebrate this family friendly New Orleans-style carnival event complete with live music, colorful costumes, festive performers, kids’ games, Mardi Gras-infused Creole and Cajun food favorites along with various adult libations. Event is included with park admission.
  • Emperor Coaster: Opening in March
    Emperor will be the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state. Named after the world’s largest penguin, the new coaster will mimic this species’ incredible underwater diving ability.
  • Seven Seas Food Festival: March 4-May 1 (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays)
    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.

A ‘Grade-A’ Offer – FREE 2022 Teacher Fun Card and $20 2022 Preschool Fun Cards

SeaWorld San Diego is proud to offer a complimentary Teacher Fun Card to all active and certified K-12 Southern California and Arizona credentialed schoolteachers! The 2022 Teacher Fun Card is valid for unlimited admission through December 31, 2022. Plus, for a limited-time all active and certified K-12 Southern California and Arizona credentialed schoolteachers will receive two free single-day tickets that can be used during specific time periods. Offer ends March 31.

And for our younger guests, an ocean of fun awaits with the SeaWorld® San Diego 2022 Preschool Fun Card. The 2022 Preschool Fun Card is available to children ages 3-5 in San Diego and Orange Counties and is valid for unlimited admission through December 31, 2022. Adults may purchase up to two $20 2022 Preschool Fun Cards. Hurry as these offers are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last!

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 onFacebook 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 39,000 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.

*Some restrictions and blockout dates apply. 2022 Fun Card valid through December 31, 2022.

SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH NEW SEASONAL SHOWS, SNOWFLAKES, FIREWORKS, AND FAN FAVORITES

All-New Santa’s Circus Show, an interactive and captivating show for the entire family

Picturesque evenings with snowfall and snowflakes in Jingle Bell Square

SeaWorld’s famous fireworks display with festive colors and brilliant pyrotechnics

30-foot sparkling Christmas tree programmed to popular Christmas songs

SeaWorld San Diego is bringing holiday cheer and traditions to families this holiday season at its annual Christmas Celebrationwith ALL-NEW entertainment and offerings including a Christmas cirque show, an entertaining Sesame Street show full of song and dance, a winter wonderland of snowfall, and an all-new musical and twinkling 30-foot Christmas tree.

Holiday celebrations, including Hanukkah and Kwanzaa festivities, are running on select dates November 12 through January 2, 2022. With lights spread over 100 acres of expansive open-air grounds and eye-catching displays including the iconic 320-foot Skytower Tree of Lights and holiday fireworks, guests can fill their days and evenings with new performances and activities including:

  • Santa’s Circus Show – The magic of Christmas will come alive at Santa’s Circus, an interactive family-friendly show with breathtaking stunts, illusion, comedy, and everything people love about Christmas.
  • Snowfall in Jingle Bell Square – Experience a white Christmas south of the North Pole to see a snowfall and a chance to catch a few flakes in your hands.
  • Elmo’s Christmas Wish Show – Join Cookie Monster, Rosita, Grover, and Zoe as they help Elmo find his Christmas wish at this all-new show at SeaWorld San Diego! Families are sure to be singing and dancing along while watching this fun holiday show.
  • Holiday Lights & Magic – Explore the magic and wonder of SeaWorld’s beautifully decorated outdoor park grounds an all-new 30 ft. Christmas tree with thousands of twinkling lights and over eight Christmas songs programmed to the movement of multiple lighting designs.

Guests can renew holiday traditions by visiting Santa’s Cottage for an opportunity to share their Christmas wishes with Santa and gather around as Mrs. Claus reads a storybook to kids of all ages. Plus, everyone’s favorite reindeer is nearby at Rudolph’s Christmastown where Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ will make spirits bright with a photo to take home and cherish. Other popular returning fun includes:

  • Holiday Fireworks – There’s nothing like seeing the sky above SeaWorld light up with festive colors and brilliant pyrotechnics! Don’t miss the thrilling spectacle of this special holiday fireworks display, showing on select nights in November and December.
  • Clyde and Seamore’s Christmas Special – A guest favorite animal presentation has a new holiday twist. Guests can see their favorite sea lions with a touch of yuletide flair.
  •  Sesame Street Christmas Village – Oh what fun it is to gather with family and friends at the Sesame Street® Christmas Village. Here, treetops glisten with twinkling lights and families can enjoy photo opportunities with everyone’s favorite furry friends in their festive holiday attire. 
  • Holiday Brunch with Elmo and Friends Join your favorite Sesame Street friends for a fun-filled holiday feast. The whole family will enjoy the tasty menu options while Elmo and friends dance, sing, and mingle with guests for hugs and photos.
  • Christmas Cookies with Cookie Monster – C is for Cookies… and CHRISTMAS! Celebrate the Christmas season by decorating cookies and grooving to holiday songs with Cookie Monster and friends. 
  • Holiday Cocktails, Craft Beer, 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. 
  • 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.

“Christmas and the holiday season have taken over SeaWorld allowing our guests to experience the wonders of SeaWorld in a spectacular new way with stunning displays of lights, holiday cheer and joyful experiences throughout the entire park,” said John Dunlap, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “During this special time of year, we’re honored that families choose to visit our park to create lifelong memories and priceless traditions.”

SeaWorld will also be celebrating Hanukkah and Kwanzaa with a traditional menorah lighting from November 28 through December 6 and a joyous time of reflection and celebration of African heritage with the nightly lighting of the kinara from December 26 through January 1.

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 $11.50 a month, with no down payment, guests get unlimited access to family and thrill rides, including the tallest, fastest dive coaster in California Emperor opening in March 2022, along with seasonal and special event celebrations like Inside Look, Seven Seas Food & Wine Festival, Electric Ocean, 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.

Visit www.SeaWorldSanDiego.com for more information and to purchase tickets, Fun Cards, or Annual Passes. Fans can stay up to date with park events, attractions and more by following SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

SeaWorld San Diego is committed to the health and safety of our guests, employees, and the animals in our care. To learn more about our health and safety guidelines visit https://seaworld.com/san-diego/park-info/park-safety.

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 39,000 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.

SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO LAUNCHES ANNUAL PASS WITH NEW MONTHLY BENEFITS, EVENTS AND VIP EXPERIENCES

For the first time ever, Pass Members can earn their way to an extra-special Passport to Thrills VIP event and early ride preview for Emperor, just by visiting in 2021

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 a NEW exclusive event. Additional benefits includeFREE 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 $11.00 a month. Fans who want to double the fun can purchase a two-park pass with unlimited visits to SeaWorld San Diego and the highly anticipated Sesame Place San Diego, the only theme park on the West Coast based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street® set to open in March 2022, for less than an additional $5/month. For a full overview of the Annual Pass options visit seaworld.com/san-diego/annual-pass.

Events All Year Long:

Pass Members have the opportunity to experience the park’s many annual events and festivals that are included with an Annual Pass. SeaWorld’s 2022 line-up features the return of award-winning events like Inside Look, Electric Ocean, Halloween Spooktacular and Christmas Celebration, as well as events focused on delicious food like the Seven Seas Food Festival and others that offer a large variety of drink options like the Craft Beer Festival. For a full line up of seasonal events visit seaworld.com/san-diego/events

NEW Amazing Monthly Offers:

SeaWorld expresses appreciation and love for our Annual Pass Members with year-round extra rewards offered every month. Annual Pass membership offers special monthly discounts, offers and rewards throughout the year like extra samples during the Craft Beer Festival, exclusive holiday show times, and discounts on SeaWorld’s separately ticketed Howl-O-Scream event. Learn more about the amazing offers for Pass Members at https:// seaworld.com/san-diego/annual-pass/monthly-offers.

NEW Passport to Thrills:

Pass Members will enjoy dedicated ride times on Emperor before it opens to all guests in March 2022. As an additional bonus, Pass Members will have the opportunity to experience Emperor as a VIP at a premier new event: The Passport to Thrills Celebration! This special event will feature exclusive ride times, special entertainment, refreshments, and more. In order to attend this celebration, Pass Members must visit SeaWorld San Diego a minimum of three times between September 17 and December 31, 2021. Details and enrollment are located at seaworld.com/san-diego/annual-pass/passport-to-thrills.

“We have so much to look forward to in the immediate and near future. Big things are happening at our park and there has never been a better time to be a SeaWorld San Diego Annual Pass Member,” said John Dunlap, SeaWorld San Diego Park President. “Our Pass Members are loving the recent events we’ve hosted the past few months including Namaste by the Bay where they enjoyed a yoga class along the beautiful San Diego bayfront and Rosé by the Bay, an afternoon of refreshing drinks for our most loyal fans. We’ll continue to add popular events for our members so they know how much we value their support for our park. The new Passport to Thrills is just another way we can show our gratitude by providing these guests with a VIP experience to be the first to ride the all-new Emperor before it opens to the general public.”

Recent Pass Member Exclusive Events have benefited the SeaWorld Conservation Fund, created to raise support for a wide range of conservation projects that are making a difference in the world. From saving sea turtle nests along the coasts of Central America to cleaning up beaches in North America, 100% of the funds raised goes towards organizations dedicated to research, education and animal rescue and rehabilitation.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit SeaWorldSanDiego.com. All ticket purchases help to fund wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts, habitat protections, and ocean health initiatives. Follow SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook and Instagram for the latest park updates and information.

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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 39,000 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.