Celebrate the magic of the season at SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration! 🎄✨

From dazzling lights and festive shows to holiday treats and joyful cheer, this winter wonderland brings Christmas to life with unforgettable moments. It’s the perfect place to capture romantic holiday photos, enjoy festive entertainment, and indulge in delicious seasonal foods. ❤️✨

🎅 Holiday Shows & Entertainment

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration features a lineup of beloved holiday shows that delight visitors of all ages: 

  • Winter Wonderland on Ice – A stunning ice-skating show with music, lights, dancing elves, penguins, and reindeer. 

  • O Wondrous Night – A touching live nativity-style show featuring life-sized puppets, live animals, and more than 30 carols. 

  • Elmo’s Christmas Wish – A festive Sesame Street–themed musical show in the Seaport Theater. 

  • Clyde & Seamore’s Countdown to Christmas – Comedy and sea lion hijinks with everyone’s favorite aquatic stars. 

  • Sesame Street Christmas Parade – Elmo and friends ride festively decorated floats in a high-energy holiday procession. 

🎆 Nighttime Spectaculars

  • Holiday Reflections: Fireworks Finale – A dazzling fireworks and fountain show choreographed to holiday music over the SeaWorld lagoon. 

  • Sea of Trees – A glowing forest of over 3 million lights dancing to music around the lagoon — one of the most iconic photo ops at the celebration. 

  • Snow Flurries at the Waterfront – Magical snowfall moments throughout the evening, adding real winter fun in Florida.

🎁 Character Meet & Greets

  • Santa’s Workshop & Rudolph’s Christmas Town – Meet Santa Claus, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Clarice, Bumble, and Yukon Cornelius for festive photos and holiday cheer. 

  • Sesame Street Holiday Characters – Elmo, Big Bird, Grover, and others in seasonal outfits await for fun interactions and family pictures.

📸 Holiday Photo Opportunities

  • Holiday Decor & Installations – SeaWorld is adorned with festive lights, huge Christmas trees, wreaths, and themed displays throughout the park — perfect backdrops for photos. 

  • Giant Snow Globe Photo Spot – A seasonal favorite for family snapshots and themed social posts. 

  • Sea of Trees Lagoon Lighting – The dazzling lights reflecting on the water make for spectacular pictures after dark.

🍽️ Seasonal Food & Drinks

SeaWorld offers dozens of festive food booths and holiday bites around the park — including sweet treats, specialty drinks, savory eats, and seasonal refreshments: 

  • Holiday-themed snacks and drinks (hot cocoa, eggnog delights, specialty cocktails)

  • ‘Tis the Season beignets and themed desserts

  • Festive food markets and sampling opportunities

  • Options for all ages and tastes, perfect for snacking while strolling through lights

⛸️ Additional Holiday Experiences

  • Public Ice Skating at Bayside Stadium – Available on select dates; skate rentals are included. 

  • Storytime with Elves & Big Bird – Christmas storytelling fun for kids throughout the day. 

  • Holiday Markets & Shopping – Find Christmas gifts and holiday souvenirs.

🎟️ Upgrades & Special Offerings

SeaWorld also offers optional experiences to elevate your visit:

  • VIP Tours & Reserved Show Seating – Priority access to shows and photo ops. 

  • Dinner with Santa – Sit-down holiday feast with the big man himself. 

  • Festive Food & Sip Sampler – A tasting lanyard to try multiple holiday treats. 

  • Cookies, Cocoa & Milk + Fireworks Viewing – Reserved viewing paired with seasonal treats.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration runs on select dates through early January, making it a festive holiday destination for families, couples, and visitors of all ages

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Video shoot and photos by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz®