SeaWorld® San Diego is one of the most popular marine parks in the world and a global leader in animal care, education, conservation, research, and rescue. Through up-close animal experiences, exhibits and presentations, like Orca Encounter and Dolphin Adventures, you'll be inspired to connect with and care for the natural world. Every visit to SeaWorld helps support the park’s animal rescue efforts. You can also enjoy family-friendly rides including the ALL-NEW Arctic Rescue, the fastest and longest straddle coaster on the West Coast to thrill coasters including Emperor, California’s tallest, longest, and fastest floorless dive coaster.
SeaWorld San Diego 2026 Events
Lunar New YearJan. 31 - Feb. 16, 2026
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with us as we honor Lunar New Year over three festive weekends. More details to come.
Mardi Gras Jan. 24 - Feb. 22, 2026 (Select Dates)
Grab your beads and celebrate this New Orleans-style carnival event complete with live music, extravagant costumes, and Mardi Gras-infused Creole and Cajun food favorites. “Laissez le bon temps rouler!"
Seven Seas Food Festival Feb. 27 - Apr. 26, 2026 (Select Dates)
Sip and sample your way around the world of international flavors, craft beers and wines, and enjoy live musical performances along the way.
Viva La Música May 1 - 17, 2026 (Select Dates)
Experience this festive, family-friendly Latin celebration in a new way as you dance to the hottest music, sample fiery flavors, and much more.
Summer Spectacular May 22 - Sept. 7, 2026 (Select Dates)
Splash into summer at SeaWorld! Experience live entertainment, delicious food and drinks, fireworks, and so much more!
Summer Spectacular Concert Series May 30 - Aug. 22, 2026 (Select Dates)
Join us at Bayside Amphitheater for an exhilarating lineup of concerts, all included with your park admission!
Bayside Bands, Brew & BBQ Aug. 14 - Sept. 7, 2026 (Select Dates)
We’re turning up the grill and keeping the Summer Celebration going with an unbeatable mix of craft brews and delicious BBQ fare from limited-time, specialty menus.
Halloween Spooktacular Sept. 11 – Nov. 1, 2026 (Select Dates)
Halloween is back with candy, costumes, and plenty of spooky surprises.
Howl-O-Scream Sept. 11 - Oct. 31, 2026 (Select Nights)
There's a new terror in town, with a killer smile. Brave terror after dark as haunted houses, scare zones, monstrous coasters, and more take over.
Christmas Celebration Nov. 13 - Dec. 31, 2026 (Daily)
Where holiday traditions are made, with delicious food, stunning live shows, delightful holiday shopping and joyous entertainment.
WEATHER POLICY
Worry-Free Fun With Weather-or-Not Assurance
SeaWorld San Diego usually remains open even when the weather isn’t cooperating, and they have lots of awesome ways for you and your family to have fun while it passes. Still, you never know when thunder and lightning, hail, or even a hurricane might unexpectedly land and ruin your good time. But don’t worry. That’s when the Weather-or-Not Assurance steps in to provide you with a return visit on us!
Your visit is covered through our Weather-or-Not Assurance program. This program guarantees the value of your park experience (Additional upgrade purchases from initial visit are not included) and applies year-round, covering weather events such as rain, lightning, extreme heat, wind, snow, hail and more.
For example, If during your park visit:
- Inclement weather causes early closure or negatively impacts the park’s operating hours.
- Rides are closed for over 60 minutes due to lightning, strong winds, heat, rain or snow.
- If park temperatures reach a heat index of 110 degrees or above.
Stop by Guest Relations at the park to request your return visit! You’ll need your original admission ticket or order number.
SeaWorld San Diego reserves the right to change this policy without prior notice, some restrictions apply.
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