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

May 2, 2025

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and if you are still searching for the perfect way to celebrate the ultimate superheroes in our lives (Moms!), SeaWorld San Diego has you covered. What better gift for mom than unforgettable memories and fun! Whether it’s through mesmerizing animal encounters, thrilling rides, or special dining experiences, SeaWorld San Diego is the best place to honor mom in the most unique and otterly amazing way!

 

 

We've got an abundance of Mother's Day gifts just waiting for you!  Here are FOUR ideas to make this Mother’s Day EXTRA special with a SeaWorld San Diego giftable!

 

 

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#1 From Dolphins to Delightful Moments 

SeaWorld San Diego offers exclusive experiences with our wonderful marine animals that are UNFORGETTABLE—from swimming with dolphins, to feeding sea turtles, to high fiving a walrus. Each experience is packed with wonder and joy as you make meaningful connections with amazing animals. These encounters are not only fun, but heartwarming and make for a Mother’s Day gift she’ll never forget.

 

Tip: If you’re a Pass Member, you can enjoy savings on these unique experiences. Celebrate Mom and save money, that’s a win-win!

 

 

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#2 Big Fins, Bigger Smiles at Dine with Orca

 

Dine with Orca is a SeaWorld classic and a MUST-DO for the family, but our Executive Chef Zuric Ramirez has created a delightful and delicious Mother’s Day brunch. Honestly, a trip to SeaWorld would not be complete without this immersive and memorable family dining experience, and there’s no better time to book this experience as a thank you to Mom!

 

On Saturday, May 10 (for you early birds) and Sunday, May 11, treat Mom to brunch or dinner like never-before, featuring a specially crafted Mother’s Day menu and a complimentary group family photo—the perfect keepsake for Mom to cherish, because she can never have too many family photos!

 

 

  

 

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#3 Memories Mom Can Wear, Share and Treasure

 

Amplify your gift-giving game with everything SeaWorld San Diego has to offer! Whether Mom is entering her fitness era or simply loves a cozy touch of ocean wonders, we’ve got the perfect gifts to match her vibes and style. Surprise her with new stylish SeaWorld Rescue athletic wear and a colorful reusable water bottle or add a splash of cute to her home décor with sea animal glass figurines! You can also never go wrong with a plushie—buy an orca, sea lion, or penguin plush that Mom can cuddle and cherish at home.

Insider Tip: Not done enjoying the park after shopping? Use the Free Package Pickup service to pick up your purchases at the end of the day over at the Rental Center so you can enjoy the park worry-free! 

 

 

 

 

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#4 Let Mom Choose the Fun with a SeaWorld Gift Card

Sometimes Mom loves to curate her own perfect day—whether it’s indulging in some retail therapy, sipping a refreshing cocktail or mocktail, or enjoying a peaceful animal encounter for a little me-time. Purchase your choice of either a physical or digital gift card online at https://unitedparks.com/gift-cards/. With a SeaWorld gift card, she can craft her ideal Mother's Day experience!

 

 

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#5 Unlimited Fun, Unforgettable Memories

 

If your mom isn’t already a Pass Member, this is the perfect opportunity to gift her a pass to SeaWorld for access to a year of unlimited fun and perks! She can enjoy everything mentioned above ALL YEAR, including big savings! Who doesn’t love that?

 

With a SeaWorld Pass, Mom can do it ALL. She can bring her friends with her guest tickets and enjoy our weekend Happy Hours, or she can enjoy date nights and savor the flavors of SeaWorld food festivals! As a Pass Member, Mom would also have access to big discounts, fun rewards, and ALL SeaWorld and exclusive Pass Member events. Big emphasis on UNLIMITED FUN!

 

And the best part? Unlimited fun doesn’t have to break the bank! Purchase online for the latest deals on Fun Cards and Passes.

 

Make this Mother’s Day unique and celebrate big the SeaWorld San Diego way! Enjoy cute moments all over the park and bring home even CUTER mementos to remember the special day. Whatever you chose to gift Mom, you’ll find the perfect way to say, “I love you to the ocean and back, Mom!”