From food festivals and world-class musical acts to amazing animals and thrilling rides, SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcome guests in 2018. Since the first SeaWorld opened in 1964, SeaWorld’s mission has always been focused on conservation, research and entertainment. Now more than ever, the oceans and the world’s animals are in a precarious position and need awareness and help.
Here’s some of what’s in store:
SEAWORLD ORLANDO
Seven Seas Food Festival
February 17–April 15 (weekends)
Sip and sample your way through the park and discover globally inspired flavours as you enjoy local craft beers, culinary marketplaces and live music.
NEW Just for Kids
April 21–May 13 (weekends)
Everybody’s favourite furry, finned and flippered friends welcome families for fun, learning and lively dancing.
Electric Ocean
May 26–September 3 (select nights)
The park comes alive at dark with the glow of Electric Ocean, featuring exciting nighttime shows and electrifying music capped off by a spectacular fireworks finale.
In addition to special events, don’t miss Kraken® Unleashed: Virtual Reality Experience, SeaWorld Orlando’s first digitally enhanced ride experience. This summer, be among the first to experience Infinity Falls, featuring the world’s tallest drop on a river raft ride. The adventure will immerse you in a lush, freshwater rainforest while sharing the importance of water conservation.
BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure and one of the nation’s largest zoos, providing unrivalled excitement for guests of every age with a unique blend of world-class thrill rides, live shows and more than 300 species of animals.
Real Music, Real Masters
January 8–March 3 (Monday–Saturday)
The park’s longest-running concert series returns with live music from the 1950s to present day, a dazzling cirque show and a rhythmic Irish dance group.
Food & Wine Festival
March 3–April 29 (Saturdays and Sundays)
Indulge in culinary offerings and incredible music with a variety of cuisine, wine, craft beer and live entertainment.
Sesame Street Safari of Fun Kids
Weekends May 5–May 20
Kids enjoy animal encounters, character parades, dance parties and crafts led by Sesame Street’s Elmo, Cookie Monster and Big Bird.
EXCLUSIVE CANADIAN RESIDENT SPECIALS
Enjoy a one-day special for US$74.99* (up to $30 off general admission) at SeaWorld Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, or a US$99.99* (a $50 discount) two-park offering valid at SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Adventure Island Tampa Bay. Tickets can be purchased online at seaworld.ca and buschgardens.ca through April 30, 2018 and are valid for one year from date of purchase. For more information on programs, visit seaworld.ca.
* Pricing and programs are subject to change. All prices are quoted in USD and do not include taxes, parking or service fees. Proof of Canadian residency may be required at the front gate.
