SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration schedule unveiled

SeaWorld, with its Christmas Celebration beginning from November 12 through January 2, is looking forward to welcoming international guests once again for a festive extravaganza.

The park will be transformed into a winter wonderland with more than three million sparkling lights, holiday shopping at the Shoppes at Waterfront, fan-favourite Sesame Street Christmas Parade, Santa, and more.

New attractions

Holiday Reflections: Fireworks and Fountains Finale: Each Christmas Celebration night, SeaWorld celebrates with fountains, lights, and festive fireworks, choreographed to holiday musical favourites. Experience a SeaWorld Christmas connection that illuminates the night sky. At Park Close on select Christmas Celebration nights.

Elmo’s Christmas Wish Show: Join Cookie Monster, Rosita, Grover, and Zoe as they help Elmo find his Christmas wish. Sing and dance along to this fun holiday show.

Sounds of the Season: Festive weekend music makes its way to SeaWorld for this year’s Christmas Celebration. Talented acts take to the Nautilus Theater stage to bring the spirit of the season to life. These special live concerts and theatrical performances are held on event days from November 12 – January 2.

Returning this year

Sesame Street Christmas Parade: The Sesame Street Christmas Parade features festively decorated floats with performances that celebrate the magic of the holiday season. With Sesame Street friends including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Bert, Ernie, and more.

Winter Wonderland on Ice: Christmas comes to life on a stage of ice, jewels and lights as skaters delight in a show-stopping, ice skating show.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Guests are immersed in the story of Rudolph at Rudolph’s Christmas Town. Stroll outdoors past life-size story book vignettes featuring the classic tale, and meet characters including Rudolph and Bumble.

Rudolph’s Movie Experience: Rudolph and friends star in this special-effects movie that will get the entire family in the holiday spirit, playing daily in the Sea Port Theater.

Public Ice Skating at Bayside Stadium: Guests can experience outdoor ice skating as they skate alongside the water of SeaWorld’s central lagoon throughout the day.

Holiday flavours to savour

The Christmas Market, nestled along Bayside Pathway, features festive entertainment and culinary delights. At this bustling market, guests will discover one-of-a-kind gifts and snack on holiday treats. Find the tastes of the season throughout the park with the return of fan-favourite beverages, including Butterscotch Hot Chocolate or try something new like the Peppermint Berry Julep or the Mistletoe Margarita.

Even more to celebrate

Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate the festival of lights at SeaWorld from November 28 through December 6. Gather with friends and family to view the traditional lighting of the menorah in Sesame Street Land throughout Hanukkah.

Kwanzaa Festivities: Join SeaWorld’s celebration of Kwanzaa taking place December 26 through January 1. Guests can enjoy a celebration of African heritage with the nightly lighting of the kinara in Sesame Street Land.

New Year’s Eve: Spend the final day of 2021 enjoying SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration then ring in the New Year as vibrant fireworks fill the night sky at midnight.