Bay of Play: Kid-Friendly Rides | SeaWorld San Diego

Sesame Street Bay of Play at SeaWorld San Diego

Sesame Street Bay of Play is NOW OPEN!

The laughter and learning of Sesame Street come to life at Sesame Street Bay of Play where the whole family can spend time having safe fun together!

There is ALL-NEW Fun in 2021 in Sesame Street Bay of Play including R is for Rescue – our ALL-NEW Sesame Street animal education presentation, our ALL-NEW Furry Friends Dance Party, where guests can safely dance, sing and groove, the ALL-NEW Storytime with Big Bird, and ALL-NEW places to meet & greet and take physically distanced photos with Abby, The Count and friends. Not to be missed is the NEW Big Bird’s Bistro where guests can find delicious eats and sweet treats including our specialty smoothies!

Access to all of the fun in Sesame Street Bay of Play is included with SeaWorld admission!

Playground areas and splash pad remain temporarily closed due to current State of California COVID-19 guidelines.

Per COVID-19 restrictions, attendance is limited to California in-state visitors, and now out-of-state visitors will be required to show proof of a fully completed COVID-19 vaccine (you are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after your second shot, or two weeks after the one-dose vaccine).

Dine with Elmo & Friends

Wake up and get groovin’ with Elmo at Explorer's Cafe' Patio! Enjoy signature brunch classics like berry compote & mint infused French Toast, homemade biscuits & gravy, orange infused honey parfaits and more as you join Elmo and friends for unforgettable live stage performances, musical moments and interactive dance parties. An Elmo meet & greet photo is included with your reservation!

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM at Explorers Café Patio.
Additional fee and reservation required.

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R is for Rescue Presentation

An ALL-NEW animal education presentation with Elmo & Abby Cadabby, only at SeaWorld San Diego!

Join Sesame Street friends, Elmo & Abby Cadabby, as they sing, dance, and learn all about animals. The SeaWorld Rescue Team, along with some animal ambassadors, help Elmo and Abby understand how the team rescues and cares for animals in need, and how we can all take care of the environment to make it a safer place for our animal friends.

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Counts Castle at Bay of Play at SeaWorld San Diego

Meet Your Favorite

Sesame Street Friends

There are ALL-NEW ways to meet & greet your Sesame Street friends including our ALL-NEW Furry Friends Dance Party where guests can safely dance, sing and groove, the ALL-NEW Storytime with Big Bird, and ALL-NEW places to take physically distanced photos with Abby, The Count and friends.

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Dining at

Big Bird's Bistro

Grab a bite at our NEW Big Bird’s Bistro where you’ll find delicious eats and sweet treats! Guests can also enjoy our specialty smoothies.

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Buy Your SeaWorld Tickets Now

Enjoy a day at SeaWorld San Diego to experience an ocean of fun and make memories of a lifetime.

Abby at Bay of Play at SeaWorld San Diego

Buy Your 2021 SeaWorld Fun Card

Pay for a day and play all of 2021! Blockout dates apply.

Buy a SeaWorld Annual Pass

Get 12 months of unlimited visits with no blockout dates, and great benefits like free parking, and free friend tickets.

"Be Sure To Do" List

There are so many areas to explore and interact with around Sesame Street Bay of Play at SeaWorld San Diego. Here are just a few suggestions and be sure to check these off the list.

See Elmo and amazing animals at the “R is for Rescue” presentation.
Take pictures at Abby’s Garden and The Count’s Castle.
Enjoy a sweet treat at Big Bird’s Bistro.
Get moving at the Furry Friends Dance Party.
Wind down at Storytime with Big Bird.
Take home a few Sesame Street Bay of Play souvenirs.
These are just a few experiences you will find during your visit, there is so much more to do!