SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration embraces the true meaning of the season. On select nights from November 10th 2023 to January 2nd 2024, SeaWorld is blanketed in over 3 million beautiful lights as it transforms into a wintry wonderland for the festive season. There’s plenty to be merry about with live shows, dazzling displays, snow flurries, decadent season eats and treats, ice skating and a fireworks show.

The Sea of Trees sparkles over the lagoon. Live shows bring the magic of Christmas to life. Rudolph and Santa greet guests. The SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Markets gives you the opportunity to savor the flavors of the holidays and hunt for Christmas gifts. You can even get a family picture inside a giant snow globe.

All events are included in regular park admission. Upgrades are available for reserved seating and priority access for Meet & Greets.

• November 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26
• December 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
• January 1, 2

In addition to SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration, you can also celebrate these festivities:

• Hanukkah Celebrations – December 7th – 15th 2023 – Celebrate the Festival of Lights from and view the traditional lighting of the menorah during Hanukkah. Big Bird will also be telling Hanukkah stories throughout the celebrations.
• Kwanzaa Festivities – December 26th 2023 – January 1st 2024 – Celebration of Kwanzaa and enjoy a joyous time of reflection and celebration of African heritage with the nightly lighting of the Kinara. Story Time with Big Bird will also feature Kwanzaa stories throughout the celebrations.
• Three Kings Celebration – January 5th – 7th 2024 – In honor of the cherished tradition of Latin cultures, help commemorate the arrival of the Three Wise Men.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas – O Wondrous Night

The whole family will be entertained and delighted with this magical Christmas show that features life-sized puppetry, live animals, and special effects. The accompanying carol singers showcase amazing harmonies and perform over 30 carols. Told through the eyes of those that were there, “O Wondrous Night” is a touching, light-hearted musical with a host of angels, music, and the true glory of Christmas.

O Wondrous night is held several times a day, check schedules for the exact times when you arrive.

Winter Wonderland on Ice

A show-stopping ice skating extravaganza featuring a talented troupe of skaters, dancing elves, penguins, and reindeer backed by towering water fountains.

The show is packed with Holiday songs and dance formations with a little comedy thrown in for good cheer. It’s one of our favorite SeaWorld Orlando Christmas events.

Elmo’s Christmas Wish

Sesame Street’s Rosita, Grover, Zoe and Cookie Monster all help Elmo find his Christmas wish by putting on their very own festive and fun musical. This family fun show is held in Seaport Theater.

Sesame Street Christmas Parade

All your favorite Sesame Street friends take to festively decorated floats for the coolest party on wheels. The whole family will enjoy this energetic Christmas celebration as you sing, dance and be merry with the spirit of the season.

The parade can be viewed throughout Sesame Street Land.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Ice Skating at Bayside Stadium

During SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebrations, the ice rink created for the Winter Wonderland on Ice show opens to the public. During the day, you’ll be able to skate alongside the lagoon. The cost of $15 per person to skate includes skate rental, but you must be wearing crew-length socks and gloves, which are available for purchase if you don’t have any with you.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration – Rudolph’s Christmas Town

Meet the world’s favorite reindeer and his friends for Holiday photo snaps and fun. Rudolph will be joined by Clarice, Bumble and Yukon Cornelius. Life-sized vignettes tell the classic Rudolph Christmas tale.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Photo’s with Santa

Let the little ones share their Christmas wishes with Santa and get photo’s with the jolly man himself.

Waterfront Snow Flurries & Fun

Snow flurries will be taking place along the waterfront, along with regular appearances from marching toy soldiers, Santa’s helpers and even a ballerina.

Christmas Movies at Seafire Grill

Christmas classics will be playing all day long, so grab your popcorn and head to Seafire Grill to enjoy movies throughout the day.

StoryTime with Christmas Elves & Big Bird

Join Big Bird as he retells his favorite Christmas stories, or join the Elves to listen to their Christmas classics – the elves might even ask little ones to join in the fun. Both are shown several times a day.

The SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration brings us a mini food festival that is sure to tickle your seasonal taste buds.

You’ll find festive holiday booths located all around the pathways surrounding the lagoon. There are over 70 treats and specialty beverages to choose from.

Christmas Food Markets open at 4pm on each day of the SeaWorld Orlando Celebration event.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas 2023 Food Markets:

The above map shows the location of all the Food Booths and Christmas Market Booths, with highlights noted below. You can see the full menu for all locations on the SeaWorld Website.

• 1 – Claus Cookie Co.
• 2 – ‘Tis The Season Beignets
• 3 – Christmas Comforts
• 4 – Holly Jolly Cookies & Cocoa
• 5 – Sugarplum Delights
• 6 – Festin’ Feliz
• 7 – Holly Jolly Cookies & Cocoa
• 8 – Waffle Wonderland
• 9 – Waterway Bar
• 10 – Donut Open Till Christmas
• 11 – Kettle Corn
• 12 – Tottin Around the Christmas Tree
• 13 – Seasons Eatings
• 14 – Holiday Cheers Wine Tasting
• 15 – Treat Yo Elf
• 16 – Christmas Cocoa
• 17 – Gettin’ Blitzen Holiday Moonshine
• 18 – Wish You Were Beer

Festive Food & Seasonal Sips Sampling Lanyard

With over 70 treats to try, the Festive Food & Seasonal Sips Sampling Lanyardis the perfect answer to savings. You can mix and match the sampler for any food item or beverage item and it’s valid throughout the festival. It won’t expire until January 2nd 2024.

There are two Tasting & Brew Sampler Options:

• 10 Items = $60
• 5 Items = $45

Annual Passholders get a complimentary bonus of 2 extra items, making it a 12 item lanyard for $60.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Dinner with Santa

You can meet Santa and dine on a sumptuous all-you-can-eat holiday feast with all the trimmings.

Dinner with Santa includes:

Adults from $43.99, children 3 to 9 from $15.99. Children under 2 are free, but a reservation is required. All prices plus tax.

Sesame Street Christmas Breakfast

Festive furry friends join you for a holiday breakfast feast full of cheer and character appearances during the SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebrations.

Sesame Street Christmas Breakfast Menu includes:

• Chef carved brown sugar glazed ham
• Bacon and turkey sausage links
• Biscuits and sausage gravy
• Scrambled eggs
• Western omelet eggs
• French Toast Sticks
• Potato tots
• Oatmeal
• Freshly cut seasonal fruit
• Yogurt with topping bar
• Assorted cereals
• Freshly baked pastries
• Assorted beverages like milk, juice, and coffee

Gluten free options available too. Cost is $34.99 for adults, children 3-9 $17.99

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration VIP Tour

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration offers a private, guided VIP Tour that gives you a unique and personal experience to enjoy all the Holiday events. You’ll get to dine with Santa and have priority access to take your photo with him too.

The VIP Tour features:

• Private Tour Guide from 3.30 pm to park close
• Reserved show seating (including Signature Holiday Shows)
• Priority access to photo opportunities with Santa and Rudolph
• 1 complimentary Photo Key per party
• Dinner with Santa dining experience
• Hot Chocolate Souvenir Mug, along with complimentary refills
• Festive holiday souvenir

The tours are $299.99 per person (aged 3+) and does not include park admission. A minimum of 2 guests per reservation is required.

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration Holiday Candle Making Experience

Join Jennstone Candle Company and create your very own custom candle for the holiday season or as a unique gift.

The Candle Making Experience take around 1.5 – 2 hours and the vendor will host games while you wait for your candle to set. Water and a charcuterie board is included. You can upgrade your experience to include wine or beer.

The cost is $49.99 per person for the standard candle making experience, or $69.99 per person to add wine or beer.

Park admission and parking is not included.

We hope you enjoy your visit to SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebrations as much as we do!

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