A Complete Guide to the Holidays at SeaWorld Orlando

From Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional to Universal Orlando’s hosting of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the holiday season has become a major part of Orlando’s theme park identity.

From Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional to Universal Orlando’s hosting of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the holiday season has become a major part of Orlando’s theme park identity.

SeaWorld’s holiday offerings provide a cacophony of experiences including:

O Wondrous Night

A retelling of the Biblical Christmas story featuring “30 carols, life-size puppets and live animals”

Snow Flurries on the Waterfront

A mixture of “spectacular snow flurries, marching toy soldiers, a ballerina, and even some of Santa’s favorite helpers” along the park’s waterfront area.

The Sea of Trees

Described by the park as “a walk through a wintery, watery wonderland and immerse yourself in the expansive holiday Sea of Trees located in SeaWorld’s lagoon, the glistening forest sparkles to music and lights up the water—and your eyes, and with 360 degree views from around the park. As the lights dance to holiday classics, your heart will soar with wonder and delight at this truly awe-inspiring Christmas treat. Plus, a magnificent centerpiece towers 70 feet above the water.”

Winter Wonderland on Ice

An ice skating extravaganza featuring a “sea of sparkling trees and towering fountains dancing in the background come together to create a don’t-miss experience for the holidays that the entire family will enjoy.”

Rudolph’s Christmas Town

A recreation of Rudolph’s Christmas Town as featured in the iconic Christmas television special, featuring full scale vignettes that tell the story, as well as meet & greets with its beloved characters, including the Bumble and Rudolph himself.

The park also features three Sesame Street-themed holiday attractions:

The Elmo’s Christmas Wish stage show, which features Cookie Monster, Rosita, Grover, and Zoe helping Elmo find his Christmas wish!

The Nutcracker starring Elmo and Tango Animated Holiday Special, which features a version of the classic and beloved holiday tale starring the titular Elmo and Tango.

Sesame Street Christmas Parade, a festive Holiday parade featuring “… decorated floats with show-stopping performances that celebrate the magic of the holiday season!” and appearances from Sesame Street characters including “Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Bert, Ernie, and more.”

Guests can also meet Santa Claus, either in a traditional photo-op, or the Dinner with Santa dining experience, which promises “a scrumptious holiday meal with all the trimmings and a delightful opportunity to meet Santa Claus himself.”

Finally, each night concludes with the Holiday Reflections Fireworks finale, which features “dazzling lights and festive fireworks, choreographed to joyous holiday musical favorites.”

In addition to all of these continuing seasonal events, the park offers some further date specific activities. New Year’s Eve features a massive fireworks display that the park promises will help guests “embrace our connection to the sea, marine life, and the world we share.”

The park then features the Three Kings Celebration from January 5th to the 7th. This event, which commemorates the celebration of the Epiphany (sometimes known colloquially as Little Christmas) features “festive cuisine and extended opportunities to enjoy special performances in Nautilus Theater, Sea of Trees, and our festive holiday lights.”

Does SeaWorld’s lineup of Holiday festivities tempt you at all, or will you be sticking with Disney and/or Universal? Let us know in the comments below.

 

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