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As the natural scenery starts to turn into the distinctive yet pleasant golden-brown hues, you’ll know that fall is in the air and SeaWorld in Orlando Florida has something in store for everyone. During the months that lead up to the holiday season, heading over the SeaWorld Orlando is the best way to jump-start the holiday festivities with family or friends. If you want to have a blast, SeaWorld in Orlando Florida offers an array of unforgettable sights and activities for all ages. If you’re ready for the festivities and the opportunity to create lasting memories, let’s find out more below.

SeaWorld Orlando expresses appreciation and love for our Annual Pass Members with year-round extra rewards every month

SeaWorld Orlando, voted the #1 theme park in the country by USA Today 10Best Reader’s poll, is launching another incredible year for Pass Members with the BEST VALUE annual theme park pass which includes amazing benefits ranging from no blockout dates, up to six free guest tickets and access to NEW exclusive preview events. In spring 2022, SeaWorld guests will have the chance to experience the thrills of Ice Breaker, and 2022 Pass Members will be among the first to ride!



Spooky Family Fun by Day, Terrifying Halloween Frights by Night

seaworld spooktacularThis fall, SeaWorld becomes the only park in Orlando with Spooktacular family fun by day, and terrifying Howl-O-Scream scares at night. Because NEW this year, a visit to SeaWorld Orlando will turn frightful on select evenings when the park unleashes the ALL-NEW Howl-O-Scream Orlando. Guests will encounter roaming haunts rampaging through scare zones and haunted houses with dark passageways home to ghoulish creatures lurking in the depths. Adventuresome guests can deepen the thrills with terrifying rides in the dark on Mako and Infinity Falls, quench their thirst for fear at a fiendishly interactive bar and feel the monstrous electricity of a live show. Guests won’t want to miss this “inaugural fear” year of Howl-O-Scream Orlando, select nights Friday, September 10 through Sunday, October 31 from 7 p.m. to as late as 2 a.m. For more information and ticket purchases for this separate-ticketed event visit: https://seaworld.com/orlando/events/howl-o-scream/

SeaWorld Orlando Nighttime Howl-O-Scream

SeaWorld Orlando announces details of 2021 Howl-O-Scream and launches Sinister Sale with up to 70% off on tickets for a limited time. Howl-O-Scream joins the park’s already impressive fall line-up of events including the return of family-friendly Halloween Spooktacular, included with park admission, which boasts daytime trick or treating for kids of all ages. Spooky fun for the entire family with Spooktacular during the day and terrifying thrills by night with the launch of Howl-O-Scream make SeaWorld Orlando the place to be this Halloween season. Nighttime Howl-O-Scream with Sinister florida

SeaWorld has announced FREE BEER for SeaWorld park guests 21 and over.

The free brews will be available at the park daily from 11:30 a.m. until one hour before park close. Guests are invited to visit Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen Patio Bar to receive one complimentary 12-ounce beer per park visit through August 12. The park will periodically rotate beer offerings, check the website here for today’s beer. seaworld orlando free beer



Fan-favorite, family-friendly event returns with all-new experiences to ignite the senses all summer long with longer hours than ever before!

Electric Current: For guests that love to move and groove and don’t want to wait for Club Sea Glow’s nightly dance party, guests can get the party started early with hot music at The Waterfront as our DJ transforms the night into an all-ages dance party beneath the waves. Only during Electric Ocean evenings. New for 2021! Rescue Tails: Rescue Tails is an educational presentation that teaches guests about SeaWorld’s commitment to animal care and rescue. Guests will meet many of the park’s rescued animals, such as birds of prey, primates, and reptiles, and learn about their unique stories! The show performs at Seaport Theater on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during Electric Ocean dates. See park schedule for more event showtime.seaworld electric show in orlando The only full-length theme park nighttime fireworks presentation in central Florida. Surf the wave to a whole new level with Ignite, a firework and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above the park. Guests may view the fireworks from all around SeaWorld’s large central lake, including from Bayside Stadium, The Waterfront, and the Orca Encounter Pathway. Showtime is at 10:00 p.m. during Electric Ocean evenings. Club Sea Glow: As the sun goes down, the party amps up at Bayside Stadium, where a DJ will be mixing dance music for those waiting for fireworks to begin. Featuring dancers and high-energy atmosphere acts, they are there to get the party started! Starting at 8:00 p.m. during Electric Ocean evenings. Elmo Rocks: Elmo and his friends save the day by forming their own rock n’ roll band after their favorite band canceled their concert appearance! Elmo, Zoe, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Bert, and Ernie go through the process of auditioning and rehearsals to transform into The Rockin’ Elmo Band. Awesome music, fun dancing, and audience participation are all included in this gnarly journey to put on the greatest rock concert ever! The show performs at Nautilus Theater during Electric Ocean dates.fireworks at seaworld orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is announcing the return of Viva La Música, the fan-favorite Latin-inspired festival.

This experience will take place with the park’s enhanced health and safety measures, including limited capacity, reservations, enhanced cleaning and sanitation procedures, temperature checks, and face-covering requirements. Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando will take place Saturdays and Sundays May 13-23. From the hottest Latin entertainment to the coolest attractions and animal adventures, these will be two unforgettable weekends at SeaWorld. Don’t let the sound, spice, and spirit of this special event pass you by! • Live Music: Dance to red-hot local entertainment featuring salsa, bachata, reggaetón, and more with plenty of open spaces for guests to groove and move. • Fresh & Festive Food & Beverage Selections: Discover authentic cuisine inspired by the colorful flavors of the Caribbean, Spain, and Central & South America. Celebrate Latin tradition with chef-curated dishes such as seafood paella, Bacalaitos, and Mojo Roasted Pork. • Shopping and More: Shop our pop-up market of authentic gifts by local artisans. Visit https://seaworld.com/orlando/events/viva-la-musica/ for more event information

Sesame Street’s Julia Debuting at Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando During Autism Acceptance Month

SeaWorld Orlando is announcing the month-long debut of Julia at Sesame Street Land in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. This ALL-NEW experience will run all month long with the park’s enhanced health and safety measures, including limited capacity, reservations, increased cleaning and sanitation, temperature checks, and face-covering requirements. Julia is an amazing 4-year-old with autism who loves to draw and play with her friends Elmo and Abby Cadabby. Julia shows kids that we’re all a little different but share the same joy of play and friendship.Sesame Street’s Julia Debuting at Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando During Autism Acceptance Month Guests are invited to say “hello” and take physically distanced photos with Julia in Sesame Street Land, daily, beginning Friday, April 2. Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando is a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and was voted the #1 Best Amusement Park Attraction by USA Today Reader’s Choice in 2020. At Sesame Street Land, guests can walk down Sesame Street, connecting to all of the fun, laughter, and learning of the world-famous street and the neighborhood that their favorite furry friends call home. Take a stroll down Sesame Street and stop by the famous stoop at 123, then head for big fun at Big Bird’s Nest. Make unforgettable memories in a fun meet-and-greet photo opportunity with your favorite furry friends like Elmo and Cookie Monster. Guests can visit Hooper’s Store and take home a little bit of the street with exclusive gifts and plush characters, including Julia. Enhance your fun with Elmo’s Interactive Light-Up Bubble Wand to unlock hidden surprises, special effects, and exclusive content throughout the street.

All-New Lakeside Grill

All-New Lakeside GrillFresh flavors and panoramic views await! The all-new Lakeside Grill will offer guests a modern spin on Mediterranean cuisine. Formerly The Spice Mill, Lakeside Grill will be completely redesigned with a contemporary coastal-inspired interior and exterior. Guests will be mesmerized by marine reef fish and live coral in a soon-be unveiled one-of-a-kind 600-gallon aquarium, in addition to the amazing sunset on the expansive outdoor patio (with physical distancing). The all-new chef-crafted menu features soon to be favorite bites, including: • Fresh and locally sourced grilled kabobs, paired with fresh vegetables, rice, and Tzatziki sauce • Core Mediterranean dishes such as falafel and fresh hummus and pita pairings • Lakeside Mediterranean Nachos, a fresh and healthy take on a theme park favorite with tomatoes, feta, and hummus, and the Lakeside Mediterranean Burger, a juicy turkey burger with a Mediterranean twist on a brioche bun • Brand-new Parmesan-garlic Waffle Fries tossed to perfection and paired with a selection of dipping sauces

All-New Edy’s Ice Cream Parlor

All-New Edy's Ice Cream Parlor Scream for ice cream! Cool off and satisfy your sweet tooth at SeaWorld Orlando’s brand-new Edy’s Ice Cream Parlor. Guests can indulge in the ultimate ice cream experience with mega-monster shakes like the Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Shake, enormous brownie sundaes, and hand-dipped ice cream cones. Choosing from more than 13 signature flavors of Edy’s Ice Cream, create your own sundae with a variety of toppings. Guests over the age of 21 can shake it up and add their favorite liqueur or cordial to any of our milkshakes. Edy’s Ice Cream Parlor is now open at the front of the park next to Dolphin Nursery. You can check the menu out here.

All-New Altitude Burgers

Altitude BurgersCalling all Arctic adventurers! Explore new flavors at SeaWorld Orlando’s brand-new burger bar, “Altitude Burgers”. Build your ultimate burger or grilled chicken sandwich, savor artisan-style pizzas, sip beers on tap, and refuel as adventure awaits. Feeling extra brave? Elevate your experience and conquer the Altitude Burger: 1 pound of fresh beef, topped with bacon, homemade chili, onion rings, and our special sauce. Explorers seeking a fresh and wholesome meal can try the new, flavor-packed Truffle Veggie Pizza: baked to perfection & drizzled with truffle oil. Altitude Burgers is now open next to Wild Arctic and Glacier Bar with open-air dining, perfect for physical distancing. Check the menu out here.

Popular Preschool Card returns for free unlimited fun in 2021 with exciting new events with limited capacity and enhanced health & safety measures for the entire family!

SeaWorld’s pint-sized guests can enjoy an ocean of experiences with the launch of the FREE 2021 Preschool Card, now available for a limited time, providing FREE UNLIMITED admission to the park all year! Florida preschool children receive FREE admission for a year full of fun and safe park experiences in a spacious outdoor environment with limited capacity and enhanced health and safety protocols. Free preschool tickets at seaworld orlando Florida

SeaWorld Orlando Announces First Inside Look Weekends of 2021 with Limited Capacity for a Special Peek Behind-the-Scenes of a World-Class Animal Care Facility

This is the best opportunity for fans to experience the most exclusive, unique, and educational parts of the park while maintaining safe physical distancing, weekends January 9-17 At SeaWorld Orlando’s Inside Look, guests can go behind-the-scenes to hear and see firsthand what goes into providing world-class animal care from the experts who do it every day. This special event features six unique, entirely behind-the-scenes locations, accessible in small groups to limit capacity and maintain safe physical distancing. Guests can also attend an intimate socially distanced Trainer Talk with one of the park’s animal care specialists! Inside Look tours and trainer talks are available at each location at various times throughout the day.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration Offers Limited Capacity and Unlimited Holiday Cheer Earlier Than Ever Before

With enhanced health and safety measures, over three million sparkling lights, and festivities every night, SeaWorld Christmas will be Merry and Bright, November 14 through December 31. Best Way to Enjoy the Holiday Cheer For a limited time, buy a 2021 Fun Card and get the rest of 2020 FREE or upgrade to an Annual Pass starting as low as $11.75 per month with no down payment. Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of visits, now with the best benefits ever such as FREE parking, up to 6 free guest tickets, Pass Member VIP Ride Nights, and up to 50% savings on merchandise, photo prints, Quick Queue, and more. The Fun Card gives park-goers unlimited access to the park to visit again and again for the remainder of 2020 calendar year and all of 2021 for one low price, but does not include the additional pass benefits! Visit www.Seaworld.com/Orlando for more information, park hours, and to purchase tickets.Elmo at seaworld orlando Great news for SeaWorld guests who are fans of the park’s popular annual Craft Beer Festival! The park announced today that the festival will be extended through November 1, taking place on Fridays from 3 p.m. through park close, and all-day Saturdays and Sundays, providing guests with more opportunities to safely enjoy additional park activities. Flicks & Frights” Now Premiering at SeaWorld Orlando with Limited Capacity Weekends through October 31! flicks and frights at seaworldIt’s the perfect season for a spooky movie under the stars at SeaWorld. Drive in for a safe, nostalgic experience that starts with enjoying locally sourced food trucks and ends with watching a classic Halloween feature (or two) from the comfort and safety of your car. Please Note: Per Orange County regulations, a face covering will be required if you are outside of your vehicle. Reservations are available now for festivities taking place Saturdays Sept. 19 through Oct. 31 and Fridays Oct. 23 and 30 Family-friendly Halloween film: 7:45 p.m./ Fright-filled Halloween film: 10:30 p.m. September 19 Hotel Transylvania IT  September 26 Ghost Busters *TBD Fright Filled Flick October 2 Frankenweenie The Purge October 10 Beetlejuice Pyscho October 17 A Nightmare on Elm Street Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride October 23 *TBD Family Friendly Flick Scream October 24 Casper The Exorcist October 30 *TBD Family Friendly Flick Friday the 13th (1980) October 31 Hocus Pocus Halloween Access to SeaWorld Orlando’s “Flicks & Frights” requires a separate guest reservation in addition to the regular reservation required for park access via guest ticket or pass. “Flicks & Fireworks” is $40 per vehicle and includes a reserved guest parking spot in an exclusive lot with access to locally sourced food trucks all from the comfort and safety of the guest’s personal vehicleFor guests who do not wish to visit SeaWorld during the day, Flicks & Frights is also available for purchase without park admission.  SeaWorld Orlando Annual Pass members receive a 20 percent discount on the event Purchase tickets and check back each week for upcoming shows at:   https://.seaworld.com/orlando/events/drive-in-movie/ Halloween fun returns to SeaWorld Orlando this fall with the start of Spooktacular on September 19. At this special event, modified to allow guests to safely visit the park with limited capacity, children can dress in their Halloween costumes and take part in fun-filled trick-or-treating around SeaWorld’s expansive grounds with physical distancing in mind. In addition to enhancing the park’s already strict health and safety measures, capacity will be significantly limited to create even more open space for a visit that provides ample opportunity to maintain social distancing. The daytime Halloween fun takes place every Saturday and Sunday starting September 19 through November 1, 2020 and is included with park admission.

SeaWorld Orlando is proud to offer a complimentary SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card to all active and certified K-12 Florida teachers.

The teaching community deserves our thanks now more than ever. Once registered, teachers may also purchase up to three additional guest tickets for the reduced rate of $27.99 through September 30, 2020. Additional offers for teachers include up to four $10 off of All-Day Dining Deals and up to four 50% off of Quick Que Unlimited through September 30, 2020. All Florida Teacher Cards and additional guest tickets or upgrades must be purchased online. For more than 55 years, education has been a critical part of SeaWorld’s mission to inform and inspire youth about wildlife and conservation. Today’s educators play a critical role in shaping the knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the next generation of global citizens. SeaWorld is pleased to offer free admission for Florida certified K-12 teachers to continue to amplify their educational efforts with safe visits to the park. In addition to enhancing SeaWorld’s already strict health and safety measures, daily capacity will be significantly limited to create even more open space to maintain social distancing in a safe environment. It is easier than ever to get a free SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card. Teachers should pre-register online using the ID.me process to receive the SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card eVoucher. To take advantage of this offer, select the Teacher ID button in the top-right, select “Sign up” and then enter an e-mail address (personal e-mail address recommended) and a password. ID.me requires a Department of Education (DOE) number to audit eligibility for the program.

SeaWorld Orlando Announces New Limited Capacity Fall Special Events and Launches New 2021 Fun Card

For a Limited Time, Purchase a 2021 Fun Card and Get the Fall and the Rest of 2020 for FREE! Summer may be coming to an end, but at SeaWorld Orlando, that means the fun has just begun! This fall, SeaWorld offers the perfect variety of seasonal events for guests of all ages, modified with enhanced health and safety measures and limited capacity, and included with park admission. From the park’s Craft Beer Festival to Halloween Spooktacular to the award-winning Christmas Celebration, with the return of the Fun Card, guests can safely experience the park over and over again through 2021! The best way to safely experience all that SeaWorld Orlando has to offer this fall and beyond is with a Fun Card. For a limited time, for the price of $109.99 for a SeaWorld Fun Card, $79.99 for an Aquatica Fun Card, or $164.98 for access to both parks, guests can visit the parks for FREE for the rest of 2020, and come back as many times as they want until the end of 2021 – for one low price.¹ This is the best deal of the year for guests who take advantage of this special offer now. In addition to enhancing the park’s already strict health and safety measures, capacity for events will be significantly limited to create even more open space for guests to explore the park’s 200 acres and maintain social distancing in a safe environment. Guests are encouraged to make reservations early as reservations are required and limited to manage capacity. Reservations can be made at https://seaworld.com/orlando/tickets/reservations/

SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival

Orlando’s premier Craft Beer Festival is back to spoil your taste buds every Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 20! If you love delicious food and craft beer, this is one festival at SeaWorld Orlando you will not want to miss. Reservations are required, so we recommend you make yours early here. Good news for SeaWorld and Aquatica fans! Starting Saturday, August 22, the parks are adjusting operating and special event hours to provide guests with more opportunities to safely enjoy additional park visits. All guests with existing tickets, Fun Cards, or Annual Passes must make a reservation in advance to help manage capacity in line with the park’s enhanced health and safety protocols. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made at Seaworld.com/orlando/tickets/reservations/

  • SeaWorld and Aquatica Orlando will now be open seven days a week through October 5 with limited capacity and plenty of outdoor space to explore the parks’ expansive grounds and maintain physical distancing for a safe visit with friends and family.
  • Starting Saturday, August 22, SeaWorld will be open until 10 pm Fridays – Sundays, through Labor Day weekend.
  • SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival is expanding to Fridays, 3 pm-10 pm, beginning August 28 through September 20.

The Shark Swim Program at Discovery Cove is back!

Shark Swim Reopens for an Ultra Exclusive Experience with Limited Capacity at Discovery Cove! Modified with enhanced health and safety measures, capacity will be further limited to create an even more exclusive experience for guests to learn about several species of sharks as they swim alongside them in The Grand Reef, and roam the spacious grounds of this peaceful all-inclusive resort. During this awe-inspiring encounter, guests will:

  • Enter the water with their party for an intimate shark talk and training session with Discovery Cove’s expert Aquarists; and, with more than 20 sharks in the habitat at Discovery Cove – there is a lot to learn about!
  • Take the next step and don a sterilized snorkel and mask to enjoy a deep-water, free swim alongside blacktip reef, nurse, zebra, bonnethead sharks, not to mention the thousands of tropical fish who also reside in The Grand Reef.
  • Gain a better understanding of the uniqueness of each species of sharks, the care they receive at Discovery Cove, and leave with the memory of an unforgettable experience.
  • Have the opportunity to get a photo taken with one of the sharks.

The Shark Swim Program is offered during Discovery Cove’s normal operating hours (Friday-Monday) with only eight spots available per day. The Shark Swim Program starts at $129 per person and may be added onto both Signature Dolphin Swim and Day Resort packages. All participants must be at least 10 years of age. Space is limited so guests are encouraged to reserve their spot(s) immediately. For more information, visit www.DiscoveryCove.com.

SeaWorld’s popular Craft Beer Festival is back with enhanced health and safety measures to keep guests safe, as they sip and savor their way around the park’s spacious grounds!

SeaWorld is serving up its annual Craft Beer Festival with access to more than 100 crafts brews! Modified to allow guests to safely visit the park with limited capacity, they can roam SeaWorld’s expansive grounds, sample an unbeatable mix of domestic and local Florida favorites, and savor more than 20 food items expertly paired to preferred brews. In addition to enhancing the park’s already strict health and safety measures, capacity will be significantly limited to create even more open space for a visit that provides ample opportunity to maintain social distancing. Craft Beer Festival will take place Saturdays and Sundays through September 20. This delicious festival will feature food and beverage locations that are appropriately spaced throughout the park to encourage physical distancing, modified food and beverage serving procedures, expanded areas of seating, and the ability to offer touchless transactions at all festival locations. Guests can experience all that the Craft Beer Festival has to offer, and save money, by purchasing a Craft Beer Festival Tasting Lanyard valid at 18 stations located throughout the park. For more details including a full list of participating breweries visit Seaworld.com/orlando/events/craft-beer-festival/.

SeaWorld Orlando Now Open Thursdays Through September 6!

Details: Good news for SeaWorld fans! Guests can now enjoy an extra day of summer fun during the week with Thursdays now offered at SeaWorld Orlando through Labor Day. All guests with existing tickets, Fun Cards, or Annual Passes must make a reservation to visit in advance in order to manage park capacity and maintain physical distancing. Requiring reservations allows the park to limit the number of guests on the property each day, further enhancing the park’s vigorous safety protocols. Learn more

Dive into Huge Summer Savings at Discovery Cove® With Limited Time Offer

Guests can save between 20% – 40% on both Discovery Cove’s Day Resort and Signature Dolphin Experience all-inclusive packages. In addition to enhanced health and safety measures, capacity at Discovery Cove will be further limited to create an even more exclusive experience and for guests to enjoy the all-inclusive resort with even more open space. Reservations can be booked now through August 2 for visitation through December 24, 2020. Advanced Reservations are required and limited, guests are encouraged to reserve early. Guests who make their reservation before August 2 can save between 20% and 40% on reservations! Discounts range by day for available dates through December 24, 2020. Visit DiscoveryCove.com or call 407-513-4600 for details and to book a reservation today for an amazing getaway close to home.

Electric Ocean Remix Heats Up at SeaWorld Orlando

electric ocean remixModified with enhanced health and safety measures to keep guests safe, this nighttime classic offers summer fun every Friday-Saturday from July 24 to September 6. As the sun goes down, SeaWorld comes alive with the glow of Electric Ocean Remix, premiering July 24 on Fridays and Saturdays. Guests are invited to stay late on summer weekends to enjoy electrifying dance music and a brilliant evening of energy that sparks as the sun sets while maintaining safe physical distancing. The fun glows on with Light Up The Sky, fireworks and pyrotechnic spectacular that brings the brilliance of the sea to the sky above for guests. Event details: Seaworld.com/orlando/events/electric-ocean/

SeaWorld Orlando Two Park Ticket

Enjoy a 2nd park FREE at any combination of our theme parks: SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island. Reservations are required for both parks on both days and can be made after your purchase is complete and confirmed via email. Pre-paid parking is strongly encouraged. Click here to purchase. Two Park Ticket + All-Day Dining Add All-Day Dining and eat all day during each park visit for as little as $25/day. Learn more

A Taste of Seven Seas Food Festival launches this weekend at SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s annual spring event, the Seven Seas Food Festival, resumes this summer in a modified format at SeaWorld Orlando for guests to enjoy select fan-favorite food options in a safe environment. Each week, guests can sample popular food and drink features from one of the Seven Seas Food Festival markets featuring international street food traditions, exclusively at SeaWorld’s Lakeside Patio. Guests who have a 2020 Seven Seas Food & Beverage Lanyard from the spring festival can redeem punches at all weekend market locations, and select culinary locations throughout the park. All menu items will also be available for purchase a la carte. Weekend Markets: July 17 – 19: Mexican Market July 24 – 26: Italian Market July 31 – August 2: North Atlantic Market August 7 – 9 All-American Market For a full list of menu items visit the website: www.seaworld.com/orlando/events/taste-of-seven-seas/

SeaWorld Single-Day Ticket

Summer Days Sale: Save Up to 40% on one visit to SeaWorld Orlando. When you purchase your single-day ticket you will also choose the date of your visit. Bring your paid ticket and proof of your reservation to the front gate for admission. Valid for one visit on the date selected at the time of purchase. Children under 3 do not require a reservation or ticket for entry. Pre-paid parking is strongly encouraged. Click here to purchase.

Discovery Cove® Welcomes Florida Residents Back with Limited Time Offer

Florida Residents Save 20% plus a Complimentary Premium Drink Package* at Discovery Cove for a limited time. Reservations booking now through July 13 for visitation through August 31, 2020. Guests who make their reservation at the all-inclusive resort by July 13 will save 20% on reservations, PLUS they’ll receive a complimentary Premium Drink Package (a $40 value) that includes an expanded menu of mixed drinks, classic cocktails, draft and bottled beers and wines by the glass. Discovery Cove is committed to the health and safety or our guests, employees, and the animals in our care. The resort worked diligently with state and local health officials, outside consultants, and attraction industry leaders to enhance our already strict health, safety and cleanliness standards. These protocols and guidelines will be modified based on evolving industry standards and methodologies, public health and governmental directives, and advancing scientific knowledge on the transmissibility of COVID-19. Discovery Cove is excited to continue to provide our guests with fun, inspiring, and memorable experiences, while addressing important health and safety needs during this time. For detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when visiting the resort, including key operational changes, visit Discoverycove.com/orlando/park-info/park-safety/

Celebrate Independence Day at SeaWorld Orlando

celebrate 4 of july at seaworld orlandoThis Fourth of July weekend, families and friends can enjoy three nights of the new physically distant fireworks presentations “Light Up the Sky” on Friday, July 3, Saturday, July 4, and Sunday, July 5 included with park admission. Visit Seaworld.com/orlando/events/4th-of-july for full details. To promote safe physical distancing while still offering incredible views of the fireworks displays around the park, SeaWorld has identified additional viewing locations and added dates to provide more opportunities for guests to safely enjoy the festivities this year. Spaced seating, increased sanitation, additional park signage, and additional staffing will be implemented throughout the park, and additional exits will also be added for a safe exit from the park at the conclusion of the display. For detailed information about the measures that guests can expect when visiting the park, including key operational changes, visit Seaworld.com/orlando/safety. Guests visiting SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival can enjoy local craft beers and exciting new flavors while exploring culinary marketplaces throughout the park on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from February 7 – May 3. Village people at seaworld orlando The Festival features world-class concerts every Saturday and Sunday at 6:00 pm at SeaWorld’s Bayside Stadium, included with theme park admission.  Today, SeaWorld has announced additional performances to look forward to:

  • March 7 – AJR
  • March 8 – Dylan Scott
  • March 14 – Hunter Hayes
  • March 15 – Joe Nichols
  • March 21 – YES and Alan Parsons Live Project
  • March 22 – Edwin McCain
  • March 28 – Gin Blossoms
  • March 29 – Village People
  • April 4 – Jesse McCartney
  • April 5 – Gretchen Wilson
  • April 11 – Scotty McCreery
  • April 12 – Jeremy Camp
  • April 18 – Everclear
  • April 19 – Grand Funk Railroad and BLUE ÖYSTER CULT
  • April 25 – Vanilla Ice and C&C Music Factory
  • April 26 – Chris Janson
  • May 2 – Billy Ray Cyrus
  • May 3 – Sean Paul

 For the best seat in the house, guests can purchase reserved seating for select performances. Reserved seating opportunities and the previously announced concerts are available online here. A complete menu of the Seven Seas Food Festival dishes and drinks can be found online here. The best way to experience the Seven Seas Food Festival and all of the events at SeaWorld Orlando is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card. Starting as low as $11.25 per month with no down payment, Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of unlimited visitation and park benefits and rewards, including FREE parking, priority access to new attractions, in-park discounts and much more. The Fun Card gives park-goers unlimited access to the park to visit again and again for the 2020 calendar year¹.  Visit www.Seaworld.com/Orlando for more information, park hours, and to purchase tickets. SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival is back for another year to give guests the delicious opportunity to taste their way around the world of international street food traditions. The Seven Seas Food Festival will run from February 7 through May 5 (NEW – now including Fridays), to give park-goers plenty more chances to sample more than 180 mouthwatering options! Enjoy local craft beers and mouthwatering culinary flavors while exploring our marketplaces throughout the park. NEW food offerings include the cricket crusted bison slider, duck and mushroom ramen bowl and the chicken and waffle. A complete menu of the Seven Seas Food Festival dishes and drinks can be found online here. In addition to delicious eats, guests visiting SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival can enjoy world-class entertainment every Saturday and Sunday at Bayside Stadium, all included with theme park admission.  Today, SeaWorld announced the first four weeks of live entertainment, with more to be announced soon:

  • February 8 – Maddie & Tae
  • February 9 – Trace Adkins
  • February 15 – To Be Announced
  • February 16 – Night Ranger
  • February 22 – Walk Off The Earth
  • February 23 – Dennis DeYoung; The Music of Styx
  • February 29 – Grupo Mania
  • March 1 – Boyz II Men

Concerts are held at Bayside Stadium each Saturday and Sunday at 6:00 p.m. To ensure you get the best seats in the house, guests can purchase reserved seating for select performances. Reserved seating opportunities are available online here.  The best way to experience the Seven Seas Food Festival and all of the events at SeaWorld Orlando is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card. Starting as low as $11.25 per month with no down payment, Annual Pass Members* receive 12 months of unlimited visitation and park benefits and rewards, including FREE parking, priority access to new attractions, in-park discounts and much more. The Fun Card gives park-goers unlimited access to the park to visit again and again for the 2020 calendar year¹.  Visit www.Seaworld.com/Orlando for more information, park hours and to purchase tickets.

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Unveil Unprecedented Value with New, All-Season Dining Pass

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay have introduced brand new All-Season Dining Pass Products at its theme parks including Aquatica and Adventure Island designed to offer guests incredible value and a wide variety of delicious dining options every time they visit throughout the year. To celebrate the launch of this exciting new addition, for a limited time only, guests who purchase the 2020 All-Season Dining Pass will eat FREE for the remainder of 2019 each time they visit the park. “We are excited to offer our guests a new product that will allow them to enjoy lunch and dinner with every park visit,” said Christopher Ivy, Corporate Vice President of In-Park Revenue and Strategic Partnerships. “And with incredible events planned in the coming months, including our popular Halloween and Christmas celebrations, All-Season Dining will pay for itself after just a few park visits.” Additional highlights of the new All-Season Dining Pass include: • Season pass holders can enjoy the most value by combining a new or existing pass product with an All-Season Dining Pass. • Pass holders can also customize their All-Season Dining pass with options such as an All-Season Beverage Plan or the option to extend their dining to a waterpark add-on. • There is a wide variety of amazing offerings available including mouthwatering BBQ, Asian inspired dishes, fresh salads, sandwiches and many other fan favorites, including the always-popular hamburgers, pizzas, and chicken tenders. • New offerings like the recently introduced Impossible Burger are also available, part of SeaWorld’s commitment to providing more plant-based and sustainably-sourced food options across its family of parks. To learn more about park-specific All-Season Dining pass products and offerings, visit the park website at SeaWorldOrlando.com, guest service counters at the front of the parks or any participating park restaurant. More Reasons to Visit in 2020 SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay recently made exciting new attraction announcements for 2020, including: • Ice Breaker, opening in spring 2020 at SeaWorld Orlando, will be the park’s first launch coaster which boasts the steepest beyond vertical drop in Florida. • A new legend is surfacing at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with the evolution of Iron GwaziTM, North America’s tallest, and the fastest and steepest hybrid coaster in the world. • Solar Vortex, America’s first dual-tailspin water slide will open at Adventure Island, Tampa.

SeaWorld Orlando Adds All-New Locations to Inside Look Weekends

SeaWorld Orlando Adds All-New Locations to Inside Look Weekends At SeaWorld Orlando’s Inside Look, guests that visit on May 11, 12, 18 and 19 can go behind the scenes, hear and see firsthand what goes into providing world-class animal care from the people who do it every day. This special event will feature 6 unique, entirely behind-the-scenes locations, 5 of which have never been accessible to guests– not even through our exclusive VIP tour programs or our incredible week-long SeaWorld Camps – before this event. Guests are invited to visit all 6 locations, collecting stamps to earn an exclusive Expert Explorer’s Pin. Inside Look tours are available at each location at various times throughout the day.

KareKare Curl™, Aquatica Orlando’s anticipated new attraction will be making its grand debut to park guests on Friday, April 12.

Experience a feeling of weightlessness aboard KareKare Curl, Aquatica's newest adventure “KareKare” means “waves” in the Maori language and when combined with “Curl” meaning in a curved shape, this new ride could be described as a “curve shaped wave” which riders will experience when climbing the vertical wave wall. True to its name and holding two passengers, this new slide delivers a high-adrenaline, weightless adventure. With the addition of KareKare Curl™ Aquatica Orlando will become the thrill leader among Florida waterparks, with more high thrill rides than any other. The opening of KareKare Curl will signal the second year in a row that Aquatica Orlando unveils a new attraction, following the opening of the Ray Rush™, the park’s newest attraction which was recently named the world’s best new water ride in a nationwide poll.

Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando brings together fun and learning through several educational interactive experiences

Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando, which brings all of the fun, laughter, and learning of Sesame Street to the Orlando park in a highly interactive and immersive way, officially opens. The land features the iconic Sesame Street neighborhood including Abby Cadabby’s Garden, Big Bird’s Nest, Mr. Hooper’s Store, and the famous 123 Stoop, as well as everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends. Sesame Street’s Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Rosita kicked off the opening at a special preview event earlier this week. The debut of this highly-anticipated, six-acre world-class attraction is the largest Sesame Street land inside of any of the SeaWorld parks and an exciting part of Sesame Street’s year-long 50th-anniversary celebration.

Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando brings together fun and learning through several educational interactive experiences. Elmo’s Window invites guests to play, dance, and sing with everybody’s favorite furry red monster and his friends. In Cookie Monster’s Foodie Truck Challenge, guests follow video instructions to whip up some delicious meals with Cookie Monster and Gonger. In addition, Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando includes six colorful, themed rides: Abby’s Flower Tower, Cookie Drop!, Slimey’s Slider, Big Bird’s Twirl ‘n’ Whirl, Elmo’s Choo Choo Train and Super Grover’s Box Car Derby. Another favorite of the new land is the Rubber Duckie Water Works wet play area. Scheduled daily highlights in the neighborhood include Storytime with Big Bird at his nest and the award-winning Sesame Street Party Parade. This celebration features Elmo, Big Bird and all of their friends, colorful floats, and special surprises along the way. No visit is complete without a bite to eat! Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando serves up fun favorites at Eats on the Street, where food trucks and a specialty drink stand offer guests a delicious variety of healthy choices and sweet treats. Guests can take home a little bit of the street from Mr. Hooper’s Store, which features plush characters, apparel, collectible pins, and more available only at Sesame Street at SeaWorld. For even more fun, Elmo’s Interactive Light-Up Bubble Wand unlocks hidden surprises, special effects and exclusive content throughout the street. A visit to Photos with Elmo and Friends provides backstage access to Sesame Street friends with meet and greet opportunities. Learn more

Join SeaWorld Orlando in its inaugural fun run benefiting Sesame Street’s Yellow Feather Fund

Sesame Street’s Yellow Feather FundOn Saturday, May 11, come together with your friends and family and run, skip, jog or stroll through the inaugural Furry Friends Fun Run at Sesame Street at SeaWorld Orlando. Participants can enjoy the sights, sounds and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends while traveling 3 miles around the park’s picturesque pathways and right through the iconic Sesame Street neighborhood. Sesame Street-themed awards, medals for racers and plenty of Sesame Street surprises at the end-of-race event guarantee a memorable day for racers of all ages. The Furry Friends Fun Run will take place at 7007 Sea Harbor Drive, Orlando FL, 32819 and begins at 7:15 a.m. Advanced registration begins now through April 27, starting at $35 per person. Regular registration is from April 28 through May 10 at $40 per person followed by $45 per person the day of the race. A 10% discount will be applied for children under seven, military and SeaWorld Orlando Annual Pass Members. Race participants and guests can stay and play following the race with a special day-of ticket offer. Participants can register here.