Celebrate Christmas at SeaWorld

Bring your family together for the eye-catching spectacles, priceless traditions, and fun-filled surprises of SeaWorld San Diego’s Christmas Celebration. The holidays are meant to be merry and bright, and that’s exactly what you’ll find as this beloved event returns with more wondrous moments than ever.

See dazzling new Christmas shows or meet Santa and Rudolph. Feel the snow falling and watch the sky light up with holiday fireworks. Find photo-perfect moments across acres of beautiful decorations, including a towering 30 foot, twinkling Christmas tree and a music-activated tunnel of lights. All the while, savor delicious candy-topped hot chocolate and other treats for all ages.

It’s also a chance to experience the wonders of SeaWorld in a spectacular new way, from thrilling rides against a sparkling backdrop to animal presentations with a festive twist. Where else can you say “Merry Christmas” to a sea otter? This year, join us for a holiday unlike any other.

Tickets, Fun Cards and Annual Passes are available now! Christmas Celebration is included with admission.

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New! A Stocking Full of Soul
Located at Mission Bay Theater on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. Join “America’s Got Talent” Favorite Bryan Cheatham, as he and his friends sing and dance the night away, getting ready for his big Christmas Celebration! Experience a soulful celebration of Holiday classics with appearances by some of your favorite SeaWorld characters in this original new production.
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New! A Joyous Celebration
Located at Nautilus Amphitheater nightly. The magic of Christmas will come alive at A Joyous Celebration, a family-friendly show with energetic dancing, familiar Holiday songs, bright lights, and a Broadway style set! A Joyous Celebration will bring out the Yuletide cheer in audiences of all ages.
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New! Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Cavalcade
Join Mrs. Claus and her band of merry elves as they make their way throughout the park several times daily.
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New! The Holly Pops and Holiday Hipsters
Our two acapella Christmas Caroling groups will surprise and delight guests throughout the park bringing the magic of the Season to life with fresh and inventive arrangements of your favorite Holiday songs.
New! Donner and Blitzen’s Lazer Light Show
Running nightly at the front of the park. Experience a canopy of laser beams that submerges guests below in rays of color and a festive soundtrack.
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New! Santa's Live Reindeer
Follow the magical hoof prints to meet two of Santa’s reindeer, Donner and Blitzen, making a special visit from the North Pole! While there, be sure to write a letter to Santa with all your Christmas wishes.
New! A Christmas Wish Fireworks Show
There’s nothing like seeing the sky above SeaWorld light up with festive colors and brilliant pyrotechnics! Don’t miss the thrilling spectacle of this special holiday fireworks display, showing on the evenings of December 10, 16 – 17, 23 - 31, and January 6 - 8, 2023.
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The Holiday Brass
Nothing says “Happy Holidays” like the energetic and iconic sound of our SeaWorld Christmas Brass Band. The Holiday Brass can be found throughout the park and at the Wild Arctic stage at select times.
Snowfall Throughout the Park
Dreaming of a white Christmas? You don’t have to travel north to see a snowfall and catch a few flakes in your hands. Join us nightly to share this breathtaking moment.
Santa's Village
Meet Santa in his village and tell him all your Christmas wishes this year. Want to skip the lines? Priority Access Photo Packages available soon.
Tunnel of Lights
For the ultimate insta-worthy moment, walk through a shimmering, holiday-music activated tunnel of over 5,000 colorful lights! Dancing is highly encouraged.
Rudolph's Christmastown
Meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and make your spirits bright with a photo to take home and cherish.
Holly Jolly™ Marketplace
If you can’t get enough of everyone’s favorite reindeer stop by the Holly Jolly™ Marketplace, a special seasonal boutique filled with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer® gifts, apparel and keepsakes. Pass Member discounts apply!
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Reindeer Round-Up Scavenger Hunt
Purchase a Scavenger Hunt Map at The SeaWorld Store to get started on your merry quest! Explore the park to find all of Santa’s gifts for his beloved reindeer. When you’ve found them all, bring your completed map back to The SeaWorld Store for a special prize! Map purchase required.
One prize per completed map, while supplies last. Subject to change without notice.
Animal Presentations with a Holiday Twist
Enjoy some of your favorite SeaWorld animal presentations (Dolphin Island Christmas and Clyde & Seamore’s Christmas Special) with a touch of yuletide flair!
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The Christmas Shoppe
Find unique gifts for everyone on your list at The Christmas Shoppe and various other stores throughout the park. Browse our selection of souvenirs including ornaments, apparel, home décor, kitchen items and more! Pass Member discounts apply!
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Festive Entreés, Desserts & Hot Chocolate
Guests with a sweet tooth and a hearty holiday appetite will delight in the season with festive entrees, desserts, and SeaWorld’s famous hot chocolate with candy toppings. Pass Member discounts apply!
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Holiday Cocktails, Craft Beer & More
Get even more festive with an ice-cold brew, a glass of wine or one of SeaWorld’s specialty holiday cocktails. Pass Member discounts apply!
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30 ft. Tree Lighting
Join us in Jingle Bell Square nightly as a couple of very special guests from the North Pole summon a little Christmas Magic to light our incredible SeaWorld Christmas Tree. This interactive tree lighting ceremony is sure to bring holiday joy to the entire family!
Holiday Lights & Magic
Explore the magic and wonder of SeaWorld’s beautifully decorated outdoor park grounds, including palm trees lit like candy canes and the iconic 320-foot Skytower Tree of Lights.