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6/23/2023

SeaWorld San Diego Launches All-New Summer Spectacular

SeaWorld San Diego Transforms into a Magical Ocean Wonderland this Summer for the All-New Summer Spectacular

The park has transformed into a magical ocean wonderland full of friendly mermaids, swashbuckling pirates, and luminous light displays
The event includes new theater shows, new parade, nightly fireworks, and more
The 2023 SeaWorld Summer Spectacular Concert Series will bring seven chart-topping headliners to the park throughout the summer
Vanilla Ice performs this Sunday, June 25
Pass Members have unlimited admission and access to all the Summer Spectacular fun and concerts with no blockout dates

SAN DIEGO, CA (June 23, 2023) – SeaWorld San Diego is starting summer off right with the biggest summer in years. Now through August 20, the All-New Summer Spectacular will has transformed the park into a magical ocean wonderland with all new shows including the debut of a pirate stunt show on the water, a splashtacular parade of colorful floats, energy and music, stunning light displays, nightly fireworks and a spectacular summer concert series presented by Coca Cola. The best way to experience Summer Spectacular at the best value is by becoming a Pass Member and receiving unlimited park admission all summer long with no blockout dates.

“SeaWorld is the place to be this summer, we’re infusing the park with new energy, new entertainment, new and returning popular food items, live music in the park and an amazing lineup of popular artists performing every Sunday,” said Jim Lake, SeaWorld Park President. “With the new family-friendly Arctic Rescue ride, new Rescue Jr. area for kids, new animal presentations, our Summer Spectacular, plus our ongoing park offerings, there is truly something for guests of every age to enjoy and spend the entire day, or even entire summer, at SeaWorld.”

All-New Live Shows & Entertainment

Pirates Ahoy! The Battle for Mermaid Cove – Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas with the all-new action-packed water stunt spectacular, Pirates Ahoy! The Battle for Mermaid Cove. Watch as daring pirates battle against mesmerizing mermaids in a thrilling display of water stunts on flyboards and jet skis, high falls and acrobatics. Guests can enjoy this show at the open-air, waterfront Bayside Amphitheater.
Feathers, Scales & Rescue Tales – This new animal presentation is perfect for animal lovers of all ages! The presentation is an educational experience introducing audiences to some amazing rescued animals that have been given a second chance at life. Guests can enjoy this show at Nautilus Amphitheater.
Mermaid Cove – Mermaid Cove is SeaWorld San Diego’s new magical mermaid meet and greet location situated next to the Waterfront. All summer long beautiful mermaids will be available for pictures and autographs in their own special bubble filled cove.
Summer Splashtacular Parade – This all-new parade includes five new colorful parade floats and features catchy music, bubble and water effects, and more. The SeaWorld Summer Splashtacular Parade will have the entire family dancing, singing, and looking forward to weekends at SeaWorld and during the evening hours, the floats will be lit up and bright for nighttime performances.
FantaSEA of Dreams Fireworks Spectacular – This all-new fireworks show takes place in the skies high above SeaWorld San Diego. As the sun sets and the night sky comes alive, guests will be treated to a dazzling display of color, original music and lyrics created just for SeaWorld.

2023 SeaWorld Summer Spectacular Concert Series presented by Coca-Cola®
The 2023 Summer Concert Series Sponsored by Coca-Cola features something for everyone with a range of pop, R&B and rap artists all summer long! Throughout the summer, the park will welcome a lineup of iconic, Grammy-nominated, and chart-topping performers including:

June 25 – Vanilla Ice, the iconic performer behind the number one single “Ice Ice Baby.” His worldwide album sales are over 25 million and individual songs total over 160 million and are still selling.
July 2 – Jordin Sparks, the Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, singer/songwriter and actress known for winning season six of American Idol.
July 9 – Bow Wow and Soulja Boy, chart-topping rappers with a catalog of iconic hit singles between them. Soulja Boy, a Grammy-nominated rapper, dancer, and producer and Bow Wow is a rapper, actor, and TV host.
July 16 – Todrick Hall, a singer, songwriter, choreographer, and all-around entertainer known for appearances on “Ru-Paul’s Drag Race,” Broadway smash hits including “Kinky Boots,” “Chicago” and “Waitress,” and his original music.
July 23 – Tiffany and Jennifer Paige, multi-platinum recording artists with storied careers. Tiffany, a legendary pop star, earned two U.S. number one hit singles while Jennifer has released numerous albums and licensed hundreds of songs to film and television.
July 30 – Mario, a singer, songwriter, producer, and actor, reached number one on the charts with his hit single “Let Me Love You.”
August 6 – Ashanti, over the span of her 20-year career, Grammy award winning multi-platinum singer and songwriter has released 18 Hot 100 tracks.

All concerts are included with park admission and those looking to secure a great seat can opt to purchase reserved seating in advance. Reserved seating can be purchased at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/summer-spectacular/buy-tickets.

SeaWorld San Diego guests can play like a Rescue Team member, ride to the rescue on an arctic mission and also meet and learn about many rescued animals.

The All-NEW family-friendly coaster Arctic Rescue, the fastest and longest straddle coaster on the West Coast with three exhilarating launches is now open. Guests are invited to hop on a snowmobile and launch at up to 40 mph on a chilly adventure as they race through the unpredictable arctic climate to help animals in danger.
Play like a Rescue Team Member at the ALL-NEW kid-friendly play area, Rescue Jr. Children will become the heroes of the park and learn about animal rescue and rehabilitation through hands-on, active, and engaging experiences. Kids can enjoy exciting play elements, a splash pad, water features, climbing structures and amazing rides. Kids will also be able to meet Rescue team members and rescued animals to learn more about conservation and helping animals in need.

Exciting Menu of New and Fan-Favorite Food & Drinks
It’s not summer at SeaWorld San Diego without a delicious lineup of food and drink options! This year, fan-favorite menu items from Craft Beer Festival, Howl-O-Scream, Mardi Gras, Seven Seas Food Festival and other events that were selected by guests on Instagram will be returning to the Summer Spectacular menu alongside some delicious new food and drink options!

SkyTower Lawn – Guests can enjoy summery flavors including Spam Fried Rice, Hawaiian Mac Salad, Mexican Shrimp Cocktail, Pepperoni Pizza Lumpia, and Strawberry Fruit Bars. Guests can wash down these delicious dishes with Chamangorita and Bay Magic cocktails.
Wild Arctic Plaza – Guests will find a variety of options at Wild Arctic Plaza including Gyro Sliders, Roasted Garlic Mac & Cheese, Shrimp Kimono, Pork Gyoza, Roast Beef Poutine, Hush Puppies, and Mango Mochi.
Underwater Cantina – Near Underwater Cantina, guests can sample Soyrizo Empanadas, Jackfruit Tacos, Cochinita Pibil Tacos, Esquites, and Churro Cheesecake.

Guests can experience all the delicious food and drink selections with a Summer Spectacular Food & Beverage Sampler. Guests can sample their way around the park with a 5-item sampler starting at only $40 or take it up a notch and with the 10-item sampler for the best savings. SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 12 samples for the price of 10.

Guests can save on summer excitement with weekday tickets for only $59.99 now through this Sunday, June 18. For the best value and best way to experience all the fun SeaWorld has to offer with NO blockout dates, is with an Annual Pass or Fun Card! Annual Passes start at just $15.25/month. To purchase tickets or annual passes, visit www.SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Summer Spectacular and concert details and information.

About SeaWorld
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE:SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

6/22/2023

Flavors of the World Food Festival Begins at Six Flags Magic Mountain June 23

Take Your Tastebuds on a Thrilling Trip Around the World!
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: June 23 – August 13

A Festival of Flavors!

Join us this summer at Six Flags Magic Mountain for an exclusive event and trip around the world featuring tasty bites from seven countries.

Event Dates: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: June 23 – August 13
Hours: 12:00-8:00pm
Location In-Park: Full Throttle Plaza, Full Throttle Sports Bar, Golden Bear Plaza, Whistlestop Park, and Goliath Plaza

Embark on a culinary trip around the globe. Sample traditional treats as you take in the sights, sounds, and smells of lively street markets.

This multi-sensory adventure brings the Flavors of the World to the Thrill Capital of the World, featuring a diverse menu from seven different countries!

Taste the Flavors of the World

Embark on a Tasty Adventure with a Food & Beverage Passport

Delight your tastebuds and sample up to 12 items from seven different countries around the globe. Sip, stroll and enjoy the Flavors of the World!

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ITALY

Booth located in the Golden Bear Plaza

Entrees:

Toasted Ravioli – toasted ravioli with marinara sauce, topped with parmesan cheese and basil (pictured)
Three Cheese Arancini – three cheese Italian stuffed rice balls topped with parmesan cheese and basil
Piccino Caprese Skewers – mini fresh mozzarella balls with basil and cherry tomatoes

Desserts:

Tiramisu Gelato – vanilla gelato and tiramisu drizzled with chocolate sauce and served in a waffle cone

Drinks:

Strawberry Lemonade – lemonade with strawberries and strawberry syrup

GREECE

Booth located near Goliath

Entrees:

Beef Gyro on Pita Bread – seasoned gyro meat, lettuce, tomato and tzatziki sauce on a wheat pita (pictured)
Spanakopita – flaky pastry filled with spinach and feta served with tzatziki tossed cucumbers
Horiatiki (Greek Salad) – lettuce, tomato, kalamata olives, cucumbers, red onions, green bell peppers and feta cheese with a side of feta cheese dressing
Hummus with Pita Chips – dollop of hummus served with thin slices of pita bread

Desserts:

Baklava – light pastry filled with chopped walnuts, pine nuts, pistachios and almonds, and drizzled with syrup and honey

Drinks:

Drink of the Gods – lemonade with blue raspberry syrup and mint

CARIBBEAN

Booth located in the Full Throttle Plaza

Entrees:

Cubano Cigar Spring Rolls – crispy spring rolls with ham, pork and Swiss cheese served with mustard
Jamaican Jerk Chicken – grilled chicken skewer with a jerk seasoning glaze served on a bed of cabbage
Chicken Empanadas – shredded chicken in a buttery pastry crust
Veggie Empanadas – stuffed pastry with spinach and mozzarella cheese (pictured)

Desserts:

Caramel Custard Flan – traditional custard dessert topped with caramel sauce and a fresh mint leaf

Drinks:

Pine Orange Punch – blend of fruit punch and orange juice

Korea

Booth located near Bugs Bunny World

Entrees:

Chicken & Pork Dumplings – chicken and pork wrapped in a thin layer of dough served with green onion, soy sauce and sesame seeds
Gochujang Chicken Wings – chicken wings tossed in Gochujang sauce served on a bed of rice and topped with green onion and sesame seeds
Korean Quinoa Stir Fry – quinoa and rice stir fry with edamame and fire roasted corn (pictured)

Drinks:

Watermelon Lemonade

INDIA

Booth located near the Full Throttle Sports Bar

Entrees:

Grilled Tandoori Chicken Kebab – grilled chicken skewer topped with tikka masala sauce and green onions served on a bed of basmati rice
Coconut Curry with Naan Bites – naan bites served with a coconut curry dipping sauce
Punjabi Samosa – crispy pastry with potatoes served with sweet and sour sauce and topped with cilantro

Desserts:

Rice Kheer – creamy mixture of basmati rice, milk, sugar and cardamom, topped with chopped almonds and dried cranberries (pictured)

Drinks:

Masala Chai – chai tea and milk over ice

CHINA

Booth located in the Golden Bear Plaza

Entrees:

Chicken Pot Stickers – dumpling stuffed with chicken and topped with green onions, served with sweet and sour sauce
Sticky Pork Bao Bun – bao bun filled with sweet and sour pork and topped with green onions (pictured)
Yakisoba Noodles with Chicken – yakisoba noodles, cabbage and chicken topped with sweet and sour sauce and sesame seeds

Desserts:

Youtiao (Chinese Donuts) – fried dough balls tossed in cinnamon, sugar and ginger with a caramel drizzle

Drinks:

Bubble Tea

FRANCE

Booth located in Whistlestop Park

Entrees:

Croque Monsieur au Brie – sliced ham and creamy brie cheese on a flaky croissant
French Onion Soup with Crostini – caramelized onions in a beef broth topped with toasted bread and melted mozzarella cheese

Desserts:

French Macarons – strawberry vanilla and raspberry (pictured)
Tiramisu Chocolate Truffle

Drinks:

Lavender Club Soda – club soda with lavender syrup and a slice of lemon

DRINK AROUND THE WORLD

CHOOSE YOUR FLIGHT
Located in the Full Throttle Sports Bar

ROUNDTRIP TO JAPAN

Sampling of three Japanese beers

ASAHI DRY: a light-bodied lager with subtle sweet white bready notes dried by subtle toasty maltiness and mild grassy hops
SAPPORO: light-bodied lager with crisp, clean malt notes and a light hoppy flavor
KIRIN ICHIBIN: a light beer with toasted and honeyed malt flavors balanced by floral hop notes

ROUNDTRIP TO EUROPE

Sampling of three European wines

ITALIAN – CHIANTI CLASSICO, BANFI ESTATE: a classic red wine with notes of black cherry and plum with a bit of leather just before the finish
FRENCH – CHARDONNAY, LOUISE JADOT MACON-VILLAGES: a chardonnay with bright, fresh citrus fruits balanced with slight tropical notes of apricots and pineapples
GREEK – AVANTIS WHITE, AVANTIS ESTATE: a lemon-yellow colored wine with green tints and aromas of ripe pear and melon

ROUNDTRIP TO THE CARIBBEAN

Sampling of three Caribbean-inspired cocktails

RUM PUNCH: a sweet and tangy pineapple, orange and lime juices with grenadine
PIÑA COLADA: a sweet and fruity pineapple and coconut cocktail
TRADITIONAL MOJITO: a minty and sweet cocktail

CHARTER YOUR OWN FLIGHT

Customize your sampling of three beers from around the world

ITALY – Peroni
BELGIUM – Stella Artois
IRELAND – Guinness
MEXICO – Modelo Negro, Modelo Especial, Corona, Corona Premier, or Pacifico

RED EYE DESTINATIONS

Sampling of three mocktails

BAHAMAS – MAI TAI MOCKTAIL: a fruity combination of pineapple juice, orange juice and grenadine
LONDON – VIRGIN GOLDEN HOUR MOCKTAIL: a relaxing combination of turmeric syrup, orange juice and black tea
BRAZIL – BERRY TRUE LOVE MOCKTAIL: a refreshing combination of blueberry syrup, lavender syrup, lemonade and soda

6/22/2023

Disney Shares Concept Art Updates For San Fransokyo Square Coming To Disney California Adventure

Later in summer 2023, guests at San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., will discover the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, a storefront stocked with unique apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends. As shown in the concept art, the market’s shelves are situated on robot storage cases, with decommissioned battle bots on display. (Artist Concept/Disneyland Resort)

One of the locations coming to San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., later in summer of 2023, is Rita’s Turbine Blenders – a giant drink dispenser offering delicious margaritas and icy beverages. The refreshment stand, converted from an old fishing net tannery, is owned and named after the repair technician that maintains the floating wind turbine, resembling a giant koi fish that sits atop the structure. (Artist Concepts/Disneyland Resort)

One of the locations coming to San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim, Calif., later in summer 2023, will be Aunt Cass Café. This is the second bakery café operated by Hiro’s loving aunt, serving dishes, soups in freshly baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. (Artist Concept/Disneyland Resort)

6/22/2023

SeaWorld Orlando Announces Headlining Acts For Summer Spectacular Concert Series

Rodney Atkins, Jesse McCartney, Maddie & Tae Among the Headlining Acts Taking the Stage at SeaWorld Orlando’s Summer Spectacular Concert Series

The all-new Summer Spectacular features fresh entertainment, thrilling attractions, exclusive concerts, electrifying firework displays and more
10 family-friendly musical acts including Little River Band, A Flock of Seagulls and more will be performing select Saturdays and Sundays at Nautilus Theater
Annual passes as low as $15/month offer unlimited admission and the opportunity to experience the fun all summer long.

ORLANDO, FL (June 22, 2023) – SeaWorld Orlando is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated concert lineup for the Summer Spectacular Concert Series. This series offers incredible performances by some of music’s biggest stars- all included with park admission. Starting from July 8th and running through August 6th, concerts will take place at the Nautilus Theater on Saturdays and Sundays during the concert series. The complete concert lineup is as follows:

July 8: English Beat
July 9: Little River Band
July 15: Pop Evil
July 16: Foghat
July 22: Don Felder
July 23: Rodney Atkins
July 29: Maddie & Tae
July 30: Jesse McCartney
August 5: A Flock of Seagulls
August 6: Skillet

SeaWorld Orlando's all-new Summer Spectacular runs now through September 4th and promises an unforgettable summer experience for visitors of all ages. Guests can immerse themselves in exhilarating attractions, encounter incredible animals, and be delighted by beach-inspired surprises throughout the park. Indulge in summer flavors throughout the park with savory classics and limited-time offerings like beignets, Po Boys, and loaded sidewinders while staying refreshed with coaster cocktails or new frozen daquiris. As the sun sets, the energy intensifies, with pulsating dance parties, cutting-edge shows, and an irresistible wave of good vibes filling the air.

One of the most exciting additions this summer is the all-new "Surf Holiday" show at Nautilus Theater. Surfers and dreamers alike are invited to join the wildest party on the sea, featuring live stage performances with singing, dancing, and an inspiring story of preservation and conservation for the beauty within our living ocean.

For an unforgettable element of music, lights and dancing, guests can join the fun at Club SeaGlow, located at Bayside Stadium, where a DJ will be spinning dance music all evening, creating an electrifying atmosphere leading up to the start of the nighttime fireworks show, Ignite.

End the summer nights with Ignite, a fireworks and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above the park. This mesmerizing display can be witnessed from various vantage points, including Bayside Stadium, The Waterfront, and the Orca Encounter Pathway, allowing guests to enjoy the stunning visuals from all around SeaWorld's expansive central lake.

Best Way to Experience Unlimited Concerts and Electrifying Summer Fun is With a SeaWorld Annual Pass

Annual Pass Members enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise and more! Annual Passes start as low as $15/month with no down payment. Restrictions apply.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com. Follow SeaWorld Orlando on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest news from SeaWorld.

About SeaWorld
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life themed rides and attractions, special events and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 40,000 animals to date. The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent. A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the SeaWorld Entertainment (NYSE: SEAS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com.

6/21/2023

Universal Studios Hollywood Salutes the Stars and Stripes with 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Live Music and Themed Décor, All Included with Theme Park Admission

Universal City, California – June 21, 2023 – Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates Independence Day with its annual dazzling display of 4th of July fireworks, live music, themed décor and more. All festivities are included in the price of theme park admission.

Throughout the day, guests can experience Universal Studios Hollywood’s slate of award-winning rides and attractions while enjoying the rhythmic beats of a fife and drum band along with festive décor throughout the theme park.

At 9:00 p.m., the festivities will ramp up as colorful fireworks illuminate the nighttime sky to the tune of familiar Universal-themed music and patriotic favorites.

More information about Universal Studios Hollywood is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Regular updates can be found on Universal Studios Hollywood’s social channels Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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