SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration Returns Brighter Than Ever

SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration Returns Brighter Than Ever – Over One Million Sparkling Lights, an All-New Sea Lion Christmas Special and Beloved Holiday Favorites
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Celebrate the holidays with San Diego’s largest Christmas tree, an all-new holiday sea lion show, daily photos with Santa Claus, real reindeer, snowfall, and more - All included with park admission

SAN DIEGO, CA (October 20, 2025) – SeaWorld San Diego’s annual Christmas Celebration returns this holiday season, blending iconic charm with heartwarming holiday surprises from November 14 to January 4. The park transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland, illuminated by over one million sparkling lights that dance across every corner. From the radiant spectacle of San Diego’s largest Christmas tree set against the breathtaking Mission Bay skyline, to glowing pathways that guide you past radiant trees and through a mesmerizing, music-activated tunnel of lights — this marks the brightest holiday season in the park’s recent history. Every inch shimmers with festive cheer, serving as a radiant beacon of joy and hope for all who visit.

Within this enchanting wonderland, SeaWorld San Diego unveils fresh entertainment for guests of all ages including a special holiday treat - the all-new Clyde and Seamore Christmas Special. The beloved sea lions return to the stage with their signature holiday comedy, delighting both children and adults alike and rekindling cherished memories while captivating a whole generation of guests. Joining Santa Claus this year, the park welcomes the debut of Storytime with Mrs. Claus, complete with a joyful caroling pre-show featuring cheerful North Pole elves. For a touch of winter magic rarely seen in Southern California, guests will experience nightly snowfall, real reindeer, holiday fireworks, and up-close encounters with enchanting marine animals!  

Unwrap the Magic of All-New Holiday Entertainment and Festive Traditions

• ALL-NEW Clyde & Seamore’s Christmas Special - The prank-loving pinnipeds Clyde and Seamore are back, along with their trainers, for a hilarious holiday time in this Christmas-themed sea lion and otter show offered during the afternoons and evenings!
• ALL-NEW Over One Million Holiday Lights - Explore the magic and wonder of SeaWorld’s beautifully decorated outdoor park grounds decorated with one million holiday lights. Each night, the iconic 320 ft. tall SkyTower Tree of Lights, San Diego’s biggest Christmas tree, will light up in the sky, along with a 30 ft. Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Garden Plaza with twinkling lights and Christmas songs programmed to the movement of multiple lighting designs.
• ALL-NEW Storytime - Toymaker Trouble with Mrs. Claus and the Elves – As Christmas approaches at the North Pole, and Santa’s elves are preparing the final order of toys for Santa’s sleigh. The head Toymaker Elf Sparky is severely lacking in Christmas Spirit, a key ingredient to Santa’s gift making process. With the help of Mrs. Claus and two of her most trusted elves, the elves will be reminded what makes Christmas truly special.
• Returning Favorite - Happy Harbor Holiday Live Character Show –Mission Bay Theater will host the family-friendly holiday show to celebrate the joy of friendship and holiday traditions with fan-favorite Sir Winston the Walrus.
• Returning Favorite - Mrs. Claus Christmas Parade – Mrs. Claus and her band of merry elves will make their way throughout the park singing and dancing to classic Christmas songs during a festive procession with all-new floats and characters for guests to view daily.
• Returning Favorite - A Stocking Full of Soul – This reimagined fan-favorite invites guests to a festive night of live music, singing and dancing as the park celebrates the holiday season. Experience a soulful celebration of holiday classics in this original production daily at the Nautilus Amphitheater.
• Photos with Santa Claus – Santa is at SeaWorld daily and guests can renew holiday traditions by visiting the man in red at SkyTower Lawn to take a photo and share their Christmas wishes with him.
• Santa’s Live Reindeer – Park goers are invited to meet and learn more about Santa’s reindeer, visiting all the way from the North Pole!
• Snowflake Seeker’s: A Christmas Quest! – Get started on a merry quest and explore the park to find all the colorful winter snowflakes. Mark each location on the map to collect a special gift. 
• Rudolph’s Christmastown –Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and some of his friends will make spirits bright with photo opportunities and festive backgrounds.
• A Christmas Wish Fireworks Show – Watch the sky above SeaWorld come alive with festive colors and brilliant pyrotechnics during our holiday fireworks display on Saturday, Dec. 13.
• Snowfall Throughout the Park – Dreaming of a white Christmas? Guests don’t have to travel north to see a snowfall and catch a few flakes in their hands. Watch nightly for this magical moment at SkyTower Lawn and Wild Arctic.
• Donner and Blitzen’s Lazer Light Show – A canopy of lasers will beam with rays of color and a festive soundtrack. The light show runs nightly at the front of the park.
• Holiday Cocktails, Desserts, Hot Chocolate & More – Grown-ups will want to get even more festive with an ice-cold brew, a glass of wine or one of SeaWorld’s specialty holiday cocktails. Or for the whole family, experience SeaWorld’s famous hot chocolate with candy toppings and all-new delicious desserts. 
• Dine with Orcas and Santa – Delight in a one-of-a-kind holiday experience featuring a delicious meal surrounded by majestic orcas, the chance to meet Santa, insights from expert animal specialists and refreshing Coca-Cola beverages.
• Festive Food & Seasonal Sips Sampling Lanyard – The Festive Food & Seasonal Sips sampling lanyard allows guests to try any combination of food, drink or dessert samples and is valid for up to 10 samples during Christmas Celebration. Pass Members receive two additional samples FREE.

SeaWorld will also celebrate other holidays during December including a Hanukkah display to celebrate the Jewish holiday starting Dec. 1 where guests can enjoy a menorah lighting, holiday décor and Hanukkah music. In addition, a Kwanzaa kinara will be on display, accompanied by a table with a Unity cup and crops. To complete the festivities, the park will be celebrating New Year’s Eve with a New Year’s countdown and a spectacular fireworks show.

To make the holiday season even brighter, SeaWorld San Diego is spreading cheer with an exclusive offer of up to 60% off Tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes at www.seaworldsandiego.com for a limited time. Annual Pass Members receive unlimited visits, access to exclusive events and no blockout dates. Pass Members are first for everything, first to ride any new attraction, first to view new animal exhibits and first to know about major park announcements.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Christmas Celebration 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 41,000 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 United Parks & Resorts (NYSE: PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit us at SeaWorld.com. 

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