SeaWorld San Diego invites guest to come shell-ebrate World Sea Turtle Day this weekend, starting Friday, June 14 and running through Sunday, June 16. Throughout the weekend, visitors will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of interactive experiences and educational sessions, plus receive a free turtle plush with purchase at Reef Gifts while supplies last and more!

The festivities kick off with daily Aquarist Q&A sessions and turtle feeds at 10:45 a.m. in the Turtle Reef Gallery and 12:45 p.m. at the North Turtle Pond. Guests will have a unique opportunity to engage with and learn from turtle experts while observing the turtles being fed.

Then, at 1:30 p.m., guests can enjoy interactive fun with the park’s turtle dive team, playing games like rock, paper, scissors!

SeaWorld San Diego is also offering opportunities to commemorate the occasion, including the chance to take home a free cuddly turtle plush with purchase at Reef Gifts while supplies last. Meet Arthur C Turtle, the adorable mascot, in front of Discoveries Gift Shop for a photo opportunity.

Plus, indulge in turtle shaped conchas at various SeaWorld restaurants throughout the weekend, including Shipwreck Reef Cafe, Hibisco Tacos and More, Explorer’s Café, Calypso Bay Smokehouse and Coral Market. More information can be found at https://seaworld.com/san-diego/animals/turtle-reef/.

SeaWorld San Diego recently rescued three injured sea turtles that are undergoing rehabilitation, soon to be returned to the ocean. Every ticket sold supports SeaWorld’s rescue programs, helping to rescue, rehabilitate and return sea turtles to the ocean, making every visit a meaningful contribution to World Sea Turtle Day.

Photo by Thomas Melville