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If you’re creating a list of enjoyable and memorable activities for the upcoming holidays, Christmas SeaWorld Celebration should be on top. Dropping by SeaWorld Orlando during the select days of the event is one of the best ways to jump-start the holiday festivities with family or friends.

Get ready for the holiday festivities during SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration

The award-winning Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando is making a comeback this year and it’s going to be the biggest one ever. If you want a head start in your festivities, it’s something you shouldn’t miss out on. Grab this opportunity to have fun and bond with family and discover the magic of SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration with an annual pass as low as $14 a month.

Visit during select dates from November 11 up to January 3 for a one-of-a-kind experience. Be ready for the spectacular sights as the theme park transforms into a winter wonderland shimmering with more than 3 million beautiful lights and the new must-try holiday experiences at Wild Arctic Plaza during the event.

Dazzle at the beauty of the Sea of Trees

The main feature of the magical festival is the Sea of Trees which is a must-see. The wintery, watery wonderland will showcase brilliant holiday trees that sparkle to music as they light up the water. Witness as dazzling images come to life on more than 100 trees, including an enormous glistening centerpiece towering 70 feet above the water.

Throughout the celebration, you’ll get the chance to indulge in all-new delectable holiday treats, engage in fabulous holiday shows and entertainment and watch an impressive new holiday firework show.

Ice skating at SeaWorld Orlando

If you want to experience the ice, SeaWorld Orlando is the place to be. During the day, grab the opportunity to go on ice skating at Bayside Stadium. As night falls, you can sit back and unwind as the pros feature a dazzling display with “Winter Wonderland on Ice”. Start the holiday festivities as Christmas comes to life on a stage of jewels, ice, and lights as the skaters put on a dazzling ice-skating extravaganza. The sea of sparkling trees and towering fountains dancing in the background work together to create an unforgettable display.

Experience all-new magical holiday shows and entertainment

Family bonding is on a whole new level at SeaWorld Orlando with fresh ways to enjoy the holiday spirit. At the end of the night during the Christmas Celebration, you’ll love the impressive “Holiday Reflections” fireworks show that presents an impressive and must-see fireworks display right above the Sea of Trees.

As you explore the park, you’ll encounter stilt walkers at the Waterfront and in Wild Arctic Plaza along with jump-roping toy soldiers and Elf Story Chair Stacking in Sharks Plaza. Don’t miss out on the chance to take photos with Santa at his new workshop in the Shoppes at the Waterfront while Rudolph and Bumble found a new home this year in Wild Arctic.

Extend the holiday fun in Sesame Street Land with the return of the popular Sesame Street Christmas Parade, where you can see all your favorite Sesame Street characters. Elmo’s Christmas Wish is also back this year on event mornings at SeaPort Theatre, where you get the chance to join Grover, Cookie Monster, Zoe, and Rosita as they help Elmo find his Christmas wish.

All-new Decadent Holiday treats and Beverages

During SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, you’ll enjoy an array of flavors with all-new food and beverage selections this year. Traditional flavors such as gingerbread, peppermint, and eggnog are present around the park in new and unexpected ways. There’s also a special holiday doughnut from an Orlando-based doughnut shop.

Some of the must-try food options during SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration include:

• Monty Cristo Waffle – ham, turkey, Swiss cheese & cranberry glaze
• Santa’s Sweet & Savory Treat Doughnut Chicken Sandwich – honey Sriracha & pickles
• The Main Event – fried turkey breast, andouille stuffing, cranberry gastric & brown gravy
• Corn Husk Enconchada Tamale – carnitas & ancho mole poblano sauce
• Christmas Bread Pudding – brioche bun, white chocolate, raspberry sauce & whipped cream
• Arroz con Dulce – cinnamon dust & Caribbean rum raisin
• Fresh Baked Deep-dish cookies – M&M, S’mores & Chocolate chip

Don’t miss out on the new seasonal beverages while exploring the park. You can enjoy either hot or frozen chocolate or frozen eggnog or coquito. Some of the new holiday cocktails include:

• Holiday Peppermint Eggnog – eggnog, white chocolate liquor, vanilla vodka & peppermint schnapps
• Christmas Beer Sangria – apple cider, Tito’s vodka, maple syrup, Christmas ale& cinnamon
• Chai Swizzle – chai tea, Bailey’s Irish Cream, simple syrup & cinnamon
• Winter Wonderland Hot Toddy – Jack Daniels Honey Whiskey, Jack Daniels Winter Cider & chai tea

For a holiday dining experience, head over to SeaFire Grill where you can watch your favorite holiday movies while enjoying delectable holiday treats.

Final thoughts

If you want to jumpstart the holiday festivities, SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration is an event ideal for the entire family. When preparing for your upcoming trip, don’t forget to check out our highly recommended Orlando hotels to ensure superior comfort at a great value. When you’re out of ideas on what to do during the holidays, it’s time to get your schedule ready and enjoy the festivities at SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration soon.

Don’t miss other awesome holiday events taking place in Orlando such as the Annual Festival of Trees, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Sea World Christmas Celebration, and much more! Celebrate the holidays in Orlando with spectacular parades and special nightly events for the entire family.