SeaWorld San Diego is rolling out the New Orleans flare, food, and festivities with the return of Mardi Gras starting Jan. 27. During the event, guests will feel the vibes of Mardi Gras in the park with an all-new opening ceremony led by the Mardi Gras King and Queen, a Mardi Gras processional, atmospheric performers, live music, and delicious authentic food and beverage options. The event is included with park admission and will run on weekends through Feb. 25, including Friday, Feb. 16, and Monday, Feb. 19.
“We’re always excited to bring Mardi Gras to the park, and we hope guests are looking forward to seeing the offerings they loved last year return to the park again, along with an all-new opening ceremony featuring a Mardi Gras King and Queen,” said Kira Lange, vice president of entertainment at SeaWorld San Diego. “While we might not be in New Orleans, guests can still join the party and dance through the park while enjoying the live music, authentic food and beverages, colorful décor, and exciting atmospheric entertainment.”
BOURBON STREET-STYLE ENTERTAINMENT
Guests are invited to join the park’s colorful cast of performers to let the good times roll. They can check the daily schedule to make sure they don’t miss any of the exclusive experiences, event including new Mardi Gras opening and closing ceremonies – Guests can join the King and Queen as they kick off and conclude Mardi Gras festivities at the SkyTower Stage each event date. New Orleans-style ceremonies include the SeaWorld Brass Band, Mardi Gras performers, and festive fun.
Mardi Gras Processional – Guests are invited to join in and walk with SeaWorld performers and the Mardi Gras brass band. Let the good times roll with performances from stilt-walkers, comedy magicians, hoop performers, and jugglers as they take over SkyTower Lawn. Throughout the day near the SkyTower Stage, guests can see SeaWorld performers as they show off their costumes and lead family-friendly games and activities. While at SkyTower lawn, guests can try their hand at bead toss, have their face painted, and then join the performers for dancing.
TASTES OF NEW ORLEANS
Mardi Gras isn’t complete without delicious New Orleans-style food and drinks. Guests can indulge in classic food dishes including a choice of fried shrimp or roast beef po’boys, Muffulettas, Andouille sausage and shrimp jambalaya, hush puppies, and more. A sweet side of Mardi Gras returns with beignets or guests can opt for lemon-flavored bundt cake, both pair perfectly with a tasty Café Du Monde coffee. Drink options will also be aplenty, with a beer trailer and mimosa bar serving Hurricanes, Blue Raspberry French 75, and Purple Haze Abita Brewing Raspberry Lager.
Guests looking to try all these delicious, limited-time food options can purchase a Mardi Gras Food and Beverage sampler. Guests can choose a 5-item sampler starting at only $40 or take it up a notch with the 10-item sampler for $60. SeaWorld San Diego pass members can purchase 12 samples for the price of 10.
Mardi Gras event times are subject to change or cancellation without notice. See seaworld.com/san-diego/park-info/theme-park-hours for the daily schedule.
PRÓXIMOS EVENTOS
Seven Seas Food Festival will return in March and April where guests can sip and sample the world with delicious international food offerings, craft beers, cocktail and wine options, live performances, and more. With a globally inspired, unique menu, guests will sample their way across the oceans and sip on perfectly paired craft beers, cocktails, and wine selections.
Viva La Musica May 3-19 brings vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and culture to the park. The music never stops with a live concert series, plus ongoing live performances by cultural and local groups throughout the day. Between exciting musical performances and the celebration of Latin culture through great food, and festive décor, visitors can fill their day visiting and learning more about amazing animals and riding a variety of family-friendly rides and thrill coasters.
Jewels of the Sea: The Jellyfish Experience: opening in spring – The first of its kind for SeaWorld parks, the Jellyfish Experience will be the newest immersive and interactive aquarium at the park. Guests to the new exhibit will be greeted by a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes in three unique galleries as if diving into the heart of the ocean.
