Set Sail on a Taste Adventure

Oceans of flavor and fun are waiting at SeaWorld. From foodies to families, everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings. Explore more than 50 fresh global cuisine choices to pair with over 75 refreshing wine and cocktail selections, including more than 75 craft brews. Revitalize your taste buds as you share this fan-favorite event select dates, Feb 3- May 7. Add a taste of rock, country, Latin, or throwback sounds at our live music shows, and enjoy even more diverse entertainment and surprises at special times like Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo. With so many exquisite flavors to top off exhilarating coasters and extraordinary animal encounters, our Seven Seas Food Festival is a voyage to stir the soul—and warm the belly!
Feb 03
May 07
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Included with Park Admission

Seven Seas Food Festival Event FAQs

What is the Seven Seas Food Festival?

Our Seven Seas Food Festival is a spring event that showcases more than 200 distinct food and drink offerings from around the world. Explore fresh, global cuisines, refreshing wine and cocktail selections, including craft brews, while enjoying live entertainment throughout the park on festival days. The Seven Seas Food Festival runs every Thursday-Sunday, February 3 through May 7.

Is Seven Seas Food Festival Free?

Seven Seas Food Festival is included with park admission, on select dates through May 7.

Food & Samples Lanyards FAQs

Where do I buy a Seven Seas Sampling Lanyard?

Lanyards can be purchased online or at any Seven Seas Food Festival booth location, as well as the Seven Seas Festival Welcome Center at the entrance of the Waterfront. Please consult our event map for all booth locations.

How much does a Seven Seas Sampling Lanyard cost & how many samples do I get?

You may purchase a 10-sample lanyard for $70, or for the best value, purchase a 15-sample lanyard for $85. Pass Members can save even more with an exclusive 18 sample lanyard for the price of a 15 ($85) which means you get three samples for FREE!

Where can I find the Seven Seas Food Festival menu?

You can find the Seven Seas Food Festival Menu here.

Where can I use the Seven Seas Sampling Lanyards?

Sample lanyards are valid throughout the duration of the festival. Feel free to come back to try all the food and beverage offerings during the Seven Seas Food Festival this year.

Do Seven Seas Food Festival Sample lanyards expire the day I buy them?

Sample lanyards are valid throughout the duration of the festival. Feel free to come back to try all the food and beverage offerings during the Seven Seas Food Festival this year.

If I don’t want to purchase a sample lanyard, what is the cost of each item?

Each item at the Seven Seas Food Festival ranges in price from $5-$15. Please consult each individual food booth’s menu for item-specific pricing.

If I purchase a Seven Seas Food item at full price, is it the same size as a sample item?

All food items are the same portion size, regardless if purchased separately or via lanyard. Alcoholic/specialty drinks will come in sample size cups when redeemed via lanyard.

Am I able to utilize my sample lanyards for alcoholic drinks?

Yes, Seven Seas Food Festival sample lanyards can be used for any food/drinks at all Seven Seas Food Festival booths. Please note that drinks will be served in sample cups when redeeming with a sample lanyard. Guests must also be 21 years or older with valid photo I.D. to receive samples on alcohol.

How big are the offerings at each booth?

Each food/drink item is meant for a single person but can be perfect for sharing as well. Feel free to ask the ambassador at each food booth for specific serving sizes/styles.

Do Pass Members receive a discount during the festival?

Yes, Pass Member discounts work on à la carte food and non-alcoholic beverages at each festival booth. Also, Pass Members have access to an exclusive 18 sample lanyard for the price of 15 (that’s 3 bonus samples). Pass Members can log into the Pass portal to purchase online or purchase in-park at the Seven Seas Food Festival Welcome Center. Pass Members do not receive any additional discounts on any sample lanyards.

Does All-Day-Dining work at Seven Seas Food Festival?

All Day Dining is not valid at Seven Seas Food Festival locations. We suggest you purchase a sample lanyard for maximum savings.

When can the free samples be used (for Pass Member rewards as well as regular samples purchased via lanyard)?

All samples, whether complimentary or purchased, can be used during Festival Booth hours on Seven Seas Food Festival Days. All booths are open 11:30 AM- park close. All Pass Member complimentary sample rewards are limited-time offers, so please make sure to check the expiration dates.

I am a Pass Member and have a free sample reward, how do I redeem it?

Pass Members can log in to the Pass portal to redeem their free sample or visit a self-service kiosk at the park. Then take the voucher to a festival booth to redeem for a free sample. All Pass Member complimentary sample rewards are limited time offers, so please make sure to check the expiration dates.

If I don’t use all my samples from my lanyard, can I use it at next year’s Food Festival or any upcoming Festivals?

No, Seven Seas Food Festival sample lanyards are only valid for redemption Feb 3- May 7, 2023.

Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts FAQs

Do I have to purchase concert tickets or tickets to any other Seven Seas event?

No! All entertainment offerings during Seven Seas Food Festival are included with park admission. Please refer to the concert and entertainment pages to see which artists and entertainment are being offered.

How do I know which artist is performing this weekend?

Please refer to the concert page on our website for the most up-to-date listing of upcoming artists. You may also use the SeaWorld Orlando app to check the upcoming event schedule.

Do I have to purchase reserved seating for Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts?

Attendance to the concert is free with your park admission. If you would like the best seats in the stadium, we do offer reserved seating for purchase. Please refer to our website and purchase your reserved seats in advance for maximum savings.

Where do I redeem my reserved seating ticket?

Check-in for reserved seating begins at 2PM each concert day. Check-in table is located just after the Wild Arctic Gift Shop. The Ambassadors at check-in will be able to assist with any day-of concert questions.

Miscellaneous Event FAQs

Is there a Seven Seas Food Festival tour that I can purchase?

We currently have a Seven Seas Food Festival VIP tour, which includes an 18-punch sample lanyard, reserved premium floor seating for that night’s live concert, as well unlimited priority access to our world-class attractions. Please refer to our upgrades page to book your festival tour and upgrade.

Is Cinco de Mayo included with park admission?

Yes, Cinco De Mayo celebration is included with park admission, and is happening Thursday- Sunday, April 27-May 7. Refer to our festival page to find out our special entertainment and food offerings.

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