SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration

Featuring an All-New Live Nativity Musical

Make spirits bright at this favorite family Christmas event.

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration is a holiday waiting to be made, with seasonal shopping, festive food and drinks, and stunning live shows.

As holiday music fills the air, a sea of lighted trees sparkles, transforming the park into a wintery, watery wonderland. Celebrate the reason for the season during our mesmerizing nativity show, O Wondrous Night, inspired by the original story of Christmas. Visit Santa's Christmas Village to see Santa himself, meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ and friends, and savor holiday flavors 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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O Wondrous Night | NEW

Experience a live nativity only SeaWorld can bring to life, with over 30 carols, story-telling puppets, and live animals in a spectacular holiday favorite based on The Christmas Story.

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Santa’s Christmas Village

Oh what fun it is to gather with family and friends at Santa’s Christmas Village. Here, treetops glisten with twinkling lights and children can listen to Mrs. Claus during story time. Kids (yes, and grown-ups) can share their wish list and take pictures with Santa at Santa’s Cottage.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

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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Santa Claus Photo Packages

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 either Priority or VIP Access so you can skip the lines for your meet-and-greet while saving with souvenir photo bundles.
Dolphin Island Christmas

Dolphins and pilot whales bring their playful island spirit to the Christmas season in this special tropical holiday performance. This daytime experience at Dolphin Amphitheater is sure to delight the whole family.

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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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Snow Globe Photo

Get the opportunity for a unique photo experience inside a giant, inflatable snow globe. Have your picture taken with some of your favorite Christmas characters, including Santa and elf cut-outs.
Breakfast With Orcas and Santa

Reserve your spot at a private, poolside patio to get up-close to majestic killer whales. You’ll also enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat buffet, plus say hello to a special visitor from the North Pole, Santa Claus himself.
The Happiest Christmas Tree

Located in Rudolph's Christmastown, the Happiest Christmas Tree dazzles after dark. 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!
Christmas Shoppe

Find unique gifts this holiday season at Christmas Shoppe with our selection of souvenirs, including nutcrackers, ornaments, apparel, kitchen items and more. Located in Santa's Christmas Village.
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