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Make spirits bright at this favorite family Christmas event, happening now through Jan. 5, 2020.

As holiday music fills the air, a sea of over one million lights sparkle, transforming SeaWorld into a marvelous holiday event. Enjoy live shows like the all-new Winter Wonderland on Ice and Cirque Christmas. Plus, meet festive friends at Rudolph’s Christmastown and the new Sesame Street® Christmas Village. Savor holiday flavors of hot cocoa and warm desserts as you shop for unique gifts and decorations.

Event is included with park admission. Event dates, times and offerings are subject to change and/or cancellation without notice. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all related elements © & ™ under license to Character Arts, LLC. All rights reserved.

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    NEW Sesame Street Christmas Village

    Oh what fun it is to gather with family and friends at Sesame Street® Christmas Village. Here, treetops glisten with twinkling lights, snow falls and children can dance with their favorite furry friends. Families can enjoy Sesame Street story time with Mrs. Claus and share their wish list with Santa.

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    NEW Winter Wonderland on Ice

    This holiday season, Nautilus Amphitheater will transform into a magical ice skating show. Enjoy cheerful Christmas songs in a moving display of motion and grace. The beauty of Christmas comes to life with original songs, exciting holiday numbers and beautiful choreography in Winter Wonderland on Ice.

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    NEW Cirque Christmas

    See the classic Nutcracker come to life in a new way with incredible displays featuring acrobats from San Diego Circus Center and NexGen of Cirque Du Soleil®. Watch with awe as the Sugar Plum Fairy, the soldiers and the Nutcracker create amazing acts on the Teeter Board, Lyra, Russian Bar and more! This special show will be live in the Mission Bay Theater.

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    Meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and friends at SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration. At Rudolph's Christmastown, Rudolph leads the way to Christmas joy and holiday fun with all-new ways of making spirits bright.

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    The Christmas holiday would not be complete without a photo with Santa Claus, so bring the whole family to meet him here at SeaWorld. Get Priority Access so you can skip the line for your meet and greet while saving with a souvenir photo bundle. Santa’s Cottage is located in the Sesame Street Christmas Village.

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    Dolphin Island Christmas

    Depending on the day, you might get to meet our newest members of the family at Dolphin Amphitheater. We’re celebrating two babies’ first Christmas with special presentations throughout the day. At other times, our dolphins and pilot whales bring their playful island spirit to the Christmas season in a special tropical holiday performance during the day.

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    Clyde and Seamore's Christmas Special

    Join our lively sea lion pals Clyde and Seamore in this spoof of a nighttime television Christmas Special. Clyde, Seamore, and their mischievous co-host, OP Otter, are together again to create a family favorite show filled with laugh-out-loud holiday cheer.

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    Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with Rudolph and Friends

    Located in Rudolph's Christmastown, Rudolph and his friends help us light our dazzling Christmas tree 5 p.m. each night. The 40-foot tree full of beautiful, festive lights dances the night away to everyone's favorite Christmas tunes - a memorable sight perfect for the holiday season!

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    Christmas Marketplace Presented by Coca-Cola®

    This season enjoy festive treats and frozen Coca-Cola® inspired drinks. Then shop till you drop and find unique holiday gifts with our merry selection of souvenirs, ornaments, apparel and more. Plus, try your luck and some joyful and fun Christmas games. All located in the Christmas Marketplace presented by Coca-Cola®.

  • Carol Singer

    NEW Orca Encounter Christmas Prelude

    Cuddle up with loved ones, grab a cup of hot cocoa and join our vocalist and brass band for a festive sing-a-long to some of your favorite holiday carols. The Sing-a-long happens 20 minutes prior to the last Orca Encounter presentation of the day, December 26-29.

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    Pass on the sleigh rides and experience Merry Manta where we put a special holiday twist on one of your favorite family coasters.

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