ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Orlando will transform into a winter wonderland as the park’s Christmas Celebration returns this holiday season, officials announced Wednesday.

Guests will be able to enjoy holiday lights and live entertainment from Nov. 16 – Jan. 5.

What You Need To Know

  • SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas Celebration will run from Nov. 16 – Jan. 5, officials announced Wednesday

  • Guests will be able to enjoy holiday lights and live entertainment to celebrate the season

  • Additional celebrations include ones for Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve and Three Kings Day

  • Get more information on the event and tickets on SeaWorld Orlando's website

This year features an outdoor ice rink at Bayside Stadium and a “Sea of Trees,” in which decorated trees light up the water in sync with classic holiday songs, along with a 70-foot centerpiece holiday tree at the heart of the display.

The park’s “O Wondrous Night” show returns this year, retelling the story of the Nativity with more than 30 cherished Christmas carols, life-sized puppets and live animals.

New experiences include the Christmas decor at Journey to Atlantis Plaza, featuring sparkling lights and festive displays, including the Snow Globe Ballerina. In the Antarctica Realm, guests can enjoy a snowy ambiance, playful Donder Elves and the Penguin Trek ride, where visitors journey through an Antarctic landscape and get up close with the park’s penguins.

Guests are invited to visit Mrs. Claus’ Magic Kitchen, where Mrs. Claus shares cookie recipes and holiday baking tips with a modern, social-media twist. The holiday celebration continues with “Holiday Reflections: Fireworks Finale,” a display of fireworks set to popular Christmas tunes.

In Sesame Street Land, guests and their families can enjoy the Sesame Street Christmas Parade with favorite characters, the “Elmo’s Christmas Wish” show and Storytime with Big Bird. Visitors can also meet Rudolph and Bumble in Rudolph’s Christmas Town and visit with Santa Claus at the Wild Arctic gift shop.

For more winter fun, visitors can check out “Winter Wonderland on Ice,” an ice-skating show featuring sparkling lights, festive costumes and performances. Access to the rink is first-come, first-served, with socks and gloves available for purchase.

More Celebrations

Hanukkah Celebration — Guests can celebrate the Festival of Lights at SeaWorld Orlando. From Dec. 25 through Jan. 1, friends and family can view the traditional lighting of the menorah in Sesame Street Land during Hanukkah. Big Bird will also be telling Hanukkah stories throughout the celebrations.

Kwanzaa Festivities — Taking place Dec. 26 through Jan. 1, guests can enjoy a time of reflection and a celebration of African heritage with the nightly lighting of the kinara in Sesame Street Land.

New Year’s Eve — Guests can ring in the new year SeaWorld-style with bold fireworks, festive entertainment and more.

Three Kings Celebration — In honor of the cherished tradition of Latin cultures, families are invited to help commemorate the arrival of the Three Wise Men. Enjoy festive cuisine and extended opportunities to enjoy special performances in Nautilus Theater, Sea of Trees and festive holiday lights from Jan. 4 - 6.

Guests can save up to 55% on tickets, Fun Cards and annual passes for a limited time, officials said. In addition to receiving 12 months of access to the park, annual pass holders will receive exclusive benefits such as a 12-item Christmas Celebration tasting lanyard for $75, complimentary parking, free guest tickets, exclusive events, discounts on merchandise and more. To get more information on SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration and tickets, visit SeaWorld Orlando's website.