Select dates beginning Saturday, November 14, SeaWorld will host special holiday entertainment for its visitors and passholders. From spectacular shows to character meet and greets to pictures with Santa, there’s something for the kid in all of us. Let’s take a look at SeaWorld’s celebration and all the festivities it has to offer!
SeaWorld Holiday Stage Shows
Of course, one of SeaWorld’s prime entertainment mediums is stage shows. Whether you’re watching trained marine mammals or skilled performers, SeaWorld is known for engaging, educational, and quality content.
New! It’s A Wonderful Night: A New Story To Tell
Located in the Nautilus Theater, this show seems to be a reimagined version of “O Wondrous Night,” a nativity themed show that previously appeared in the same location. SeaWorld has not released many details about this performance, but we do know that it will include at least 30 beloved Christmas carols.
Sea Lion High: The Christmas Special
If you’re familiar with the normal daytime show featuring SeaWorld sea lions and otters, than you know the zany, slapstick style to expect from this holiday spectacular. SeaWorld’s website describes the plot as, “Excitement is running high for Sea Lion High’s Christmas pageant, but when things go wrong, it’s up to Clyde and Seamore to save the holidays.” I’m sure this show will provide plenty of laughs and giggles along the way!
Winter Wonderland On Ice
At Bayside Stadium, guests can settle into physically distanced seating for a breathtaking show including ice skaters, beautifully illuminated trees, and towering fountains.
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Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer
Rudolph’s Movie Experience
Playing at the top of every hour this 10 minute movie experience features several special effects to immerse you in the story! Seating will be limited and distanced for safety, so grab your spot early!
Rudolph’s Christmas Town
Walk past life-size vignettes from the beloved film on your way to meet the special characters themselves! This attraction will have limited capacity.
Santa Claus
Photos With Santa
In the Wild Arctic exhibit, guests can meet Santa Claus in a physically distant and safe environment. Individual parties will be welcomed into Santa’s large family room and invited to take a seat on his festive sleigh. Santa will sit behind and above (separated by plexiglass) families for beautiful pictures and lifelong memories.
Penguins Up-Close: Meeting a New Friend at SeaWorld Orlando
Other Entertainment
New! Happy Holidays From Sesame Street Land
Join your friends from Sesame Street as they sing and dance to songs celebrating Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanzaa. SeaWorld hasn’t released any more details about this entertainment option, but I will definitely be checking it out! It sounds like a great way for kids to learn about different cultures and holidays throughout our country and the world.
Sea of Trees
Enjoy a lagoon full of lighted trees, dancing to favorite Christmas songs. It’s a wonderful sight that can be enjoyed from multiple areas in the park.
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Premium Experiences
For a fee, guests can add these extra entertainment options to their ticket:
New! Ice Skating at Bayside Stadium
New for this year’s SeaWorld holiday celebrations, here’s your chance to ice skate alongside SeaWorld’s beautiful lagoon! The charge includes skate rentals, and all guests must be wearing crew length socks and gloves to participate. If you don’t have socks and/or gloves, they will be available for purchase.
Sesame Street Christmas Breakfast
Join your favorite Sesame Street characters for a delicious breakfast, including French Toast sticks, scrambled eggs, and sugar glazed ham! There will be protective food service barriers and all meet and greets will be physically distanced. This meal costs $32.99 for each adult and $16.99 for children.
Dinner with Santa
If nighttime meals are more your speed, consider a traditional Christmas feast with the chance to meet Santa Claus himself! This ticket includes reserved seating for Winter Wonderland On Ice. Dinners start at $45.00 per adult and $20.00 for children. You can add an adult beverage package, including beer and wine, for an additional $15.00.
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration occurs on select dates from November 14-December 31. Make sure to check their website for exact offerings and hours, as they may be subject to change.
