SeaWorld San Diego Blog, News & Announcements

SeaWorld San Diego Hosts First Military Appreciation Weekend!

June 27, 2025

SeaWorld San Diego Hosts Second Military Appreciation Weekend!

Honoring those who serve, inside SeaWorld San Diego and beyond.

June 6, 2025

Celebrate World Oceans Day with SeaWorld San Diego

Every day is World Oceans Day at SeaWorld San Diego, but this year is extra special with an important collaboration with The Salvation Army, OTIS Fashion College of Design & Santa Monica College! Join us Sunday, June 8 for a memorable experience honoring our world’s oceans and promoting ocean conservation.

May 16, 2025

Here’s What You Don’t Want to Miss in May at SeaWorld San Diego!

Make the most of your Spring by visiting SeaWorld and enjoying these amazing May offerings!

May 9, 2025

The Fiesta Continues with Viva La Música Weekend Two at SeaWorld San Diego!

SeaWorld San Diego’s Viva La Música has got you covered with sizzling weekend plans, from delicious Latin flavors to lively, electrifying rhythms you can dance all day to—you DO NOT want to miss out!

May 2, 2025

A Whale Lotta Love for Mom – How to Celebrate Mother’s Day SeaWorld San Diego-style!

Make a splash this Mother’s Day with the ULTIMATE gift guide from SeaWorld!

April 25, 2025

How to Conquer the Flavors of the Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld San Diego

Calling all foodies, this is the LAST weekend to experience the Seven Seas Food Festival before it’s gone for an entire year!

April 18, 2025

A Park for Everyone – Enjoy SeaWorld San Diego with Your Family and Friends!

No matter how old you are, SeaWorld San Diego offers something for everyone. Whether you’re an animal lover, thrill-seeker, or enjoy some San Diego views, there's always a new adventure waiting for you and your group.

April 10, 2025

National Dolphin Day!

Monday, April 14 is National Dolphin Day and SeaWorld San Diego has plans to celebrate, and the opportunity to honor these beautiful marine animals alongside them.

April 2, 2025

Here’s your Pass Member Weekend Guide for Unlimited Fun at SeaWorld!

April has arrived, and it’s bringing more than just warmer weather and spring break —it's delivering exclusive Pass Member rewards! What better way to kick off the month than by diving into the perks and surprises designed just for you? Being a Pass Member has its benefits, and this April is packed with opportunities to make the most of your membership.

November 5, 2024

Happy Hour Fridays & Sundays at SeaWorld San Diego

Toast to our 60th anniversary with our Happy Hour Fridays & Sundays!

November 5, 2024

Happy Hour Fridays & Sundays at SeaWorld San Diego

Toast to our 60th anniversary with our Happy Hour Fridays & Sundays!

October 23, 2024

10 Bite-Sized Sea Turtle Diet Facts

What do sea turtles eat? We’re fishing out some sea turtle diet facts for your mind to chew on!

October 23, 2024

Otter Diet Facts You Otter Know

Looking for some tasty otter diet facts? Here’s everything you need to know about what otters eat!

October 23, 2024

Amazing Adaptations of Ocean Animals

You can learn about amazing adaptations of many ocean animals at SeaWorld San Diego.

June 18, 2024

San Diego Night Life: Discover things to do at SeaWorld and Beyond

One of San Diego's premier attractions, SeaWorld, stands out as a must-visit destination, especially for those looking to enjoy evening adventures.

June 18, 2024

San Diego Night Life: Discover things to do at SeaWorld and Beyond

One of San Diego's premier attractions, SeaWorld, stands out as a must-visit destination, especially for those looking to enjoy evening adventures.

SeaWorld San Diego Arctic Rescue Key Visual

February 17, 2023

2023 Passport To Thrills

The opening of Arctic Rescue is racing toward us, so you know what that means - Passport to Thrills is BACK!

February 9, 2023

Eat Your Way Through the Park – What’s New in Food & Beverage at SeaWorld San Diego

We’ve mapped out all the NEW and fan-favorite food & drink options for you to enjoy as you wander through the park.

January 24, 2023

Mardi Gras 2023 Food

We’re celebrating this iconic holiday with all-new and returning food and drink menu items that are as delicious as they are authentic!

September 9, 2021

Passport to Thrills - Emperor

We are excited to announce the opening of the highly anticipated Emperor™ in March 2022. As we prepare to open this thrilling new attraction at SeaWorld San Diego, we would also like to share exclusive benefit details we'll offer our Pass Members.

June 5, 2021

Our Top Reasons to Visit SeaWorld Later in the Day!

With the summer approaching quickly and the days getting longer, it’s a great time to enjoy a slow start to your morning. Go ahead and dedicate those early hours to sleeping in and relaxing, because you can still experience everything SeaWorld San Diego has to offer with a reservation after 3 p.m. To help you plan your action-packed outing, we’ve put together a list of top activities to enjoy during a late-afternoon visit to the park.

May 11, 2021

May SeaWorld Pass Member News

May is an exciting month for Pass Members at SeaWorld San Diego! Sample your favorite flavors during the last few weeks of Seven Seas Food Festival, which has been extended through May 31. Enjoy a celebration of friendship and fun with your favorite furry friends during Sesame Street Kids’ Weekends. And don’t forget to watch the sky light up with fireworks every weekend in May. Pass Members get access to all that fun and much more this month.

March 26, 2021

Can’t-Miss Moments During Spring Break at SeaWorld

Hoping for great spring memories with family and friends? Whether you’re on a road trip from out of town or a local looking for weekend fun, SeaWorld San Diego is bringing you a spring break to remember.

December 7, 2020

‘Tis the season...for Walrus Awareness Week!

Guess what time of year it is? It’s Walrus Awareness Week! (quick, say that five times fast!).

November 19, 2020

Christmas Celebration is Here! Make the Most of Your Merry Moments at SeaWorld

SeaWorld’s fan-favorite Christmas Celebration is back this year with an ocean of holiday cheer across more than 100 acres of outdoor space with sparkling lights, decorations, and new holiday festivities to make the season bright!

October 17, 2020

Tips for a Spooktacular Day at SeaWorld

Searching for spooky surprises and fall fun? Look no further than SeaWorld’s Spooktacular, with festive family fun around every corner and health and safety measures in place to put parents’ minds at ease.

July 20, 2020

Nova is Her Name!

Thanks to SeaWorld fans, the park’s newest southern sea otter has a name!

June 21, 2020

Humboldt Penguin Dads Play an Important Parenting Role

This spring, three Humboldt penguin chicks were hatched at SeaWorld San Diego and they have been so successful thanks to their parents.

April 20, 2020

Take Your Next Virtual Conference to New Depths

Take your co-workers on a virtual visit to SeaWorld San Diego with our new "real amazing" virtual conferencing backgrounds available for download!

January 27, 2020

Eating Healthy at a Theme Park

December 11, 2019

Places to Meet Santa at SeaWorld San Diego

There’s plenty of ways to meet the big man in red before Christmas this year! Read more about SeaWorld’s Santa festivities!

September 13, 2019

Cinder the Baby Sea Otter

Introducing our five-week-old northern sea otter pup rescue!

July 23, 2019

BERT'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Join Bert and friends at Bay of Play from 3-3:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26th as we celebrate Bert's Birthday!

June 11, 2019

Celebrate Dad at SeaWorld & Aquatica

Celebrate Father's Day with your family at SeaWorld or Aquatica! Treat dad to Father's Day Brunch with Orcas or take advantage of other special deals!

May 16, 2019

7 Guam Kingfisher Facts for Endangered Species Day

Learn about Guam kingfishers and how SeaWorld is helping save the species!

April 7, 2019

5 Beaver Facts for World Beaver Day

Celebrate the world's second largest rodent (including our very own Peanut the Beaver) with these tidbits from our kid blogger, Gabie!

April 1, 2019

Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival: Dessert Guide

Set a DESSERT course for the Seven Seas with a dozen sweets to sample!

March 28, 2019

Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival: Gluten-Free Food Guide

Set sail on the GLUTEN-FREE Seven Seas with 20 succulent samples to savor!

March 14, 2019

Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival: Vegetarian Food Guide

We’ve charted your vegetarian voyage through the Seven Seas Craft Beer & Food Festival - and there are 23 delectable dishes to try!

November 6, 2018

Welcome to the World, Baby Dolphin!

We are pleased to announce the birth of a bottlenose dolphin at SeaWorld San Diego!

October 20, 2018

7 Sloth Facts for International Sloth Day

Gabie shares what she learned about sloths while visiting with Tess the Sloth this month!

October 4, 2018

Welcome Back, Dozer!

Dozer the walrus has returned to Wild Arctic!

September 18, 2018

Shark Activity Checklist: Dare to Visit Them All

Did you know sharks have existed for millions of years? With our free printable shark activity checklist, uncover the world’s greatest shark mysteries and celebrate one of the ocean’s most enduring and unique animals all year long at SeaWorld San Diego!

September 13, 2018

SeaWorld Remembers Shadow the Pilot Whale

Loved by her trainers and veterinarians, Shadow was part of the SeaWorld San Diego family for 36 years.

August 28, 2018

Mingle with Flamingos at Aquatica

One of the neatest things I did over summer break was hanging out with the flamingos at the Aquatica San Diego Flamingo Encounter.

August 16, 2018

Electric Eel is the Best Roller Coaster Ever

Gabie shares why she rates SeaWorld San Diego's Electric Eel as the best roller coaster.

August 16, 2018

The Insider's Guide:<br>Must-Do, Can't Miss, One-of-a-Kind Experiences!

The secret is out – find out which eateries, drinks, rides and attractions you absolutely can’t miss while at SeaWorld San Diego, plus download our free itinerary!