Venue: SeaWorld Orlando
Address: 7007 SeaWorld Blvd.
City / State: Orlando, FL
As the sun sets over the harbor, the Seafire Inn celebrates the Christmas season Hawaiian style with the Makahiki Christmas Luau. Enjoy the festive celebration of authentic Christmas music, costumes and dances including a special rendition of "O Holy Night". The excitement is non-stop in this festive, fiery show that celebrates man’s co-existence with the earth and sea. Nightly Nov. 12 - Jan. 4. Advance reservations can be made by calling 1-800-327-2420.
Stunning Shows
In addition to this stellar holiday attraction, SeaWorld also offers an array of festive shows and seasonal additions. Guests can join Shamu for the holidays during "Shamu Christmas ... Miracles." This captivating show helps guests celebrate the holiday season as a time filled with hope and peace and just possibly, miracles. The 22-minute production comes to life daily through Dec. 25 at Shamu Stadium.
Guests may also witness a winter wonder as snow flurries descend from up above, and jewels of water and light adorn the night during the "Christmastide" holiday fountain show -- a seasonal spectacular where water seemingly dances to the beat of Christmas music through Dec. 25."Mistify," a nighttime finale Dec. 26 - 30, takes place on SeaWorld's center lake and features larger-than-life marine creatures on 60-foot mist screens, 100-foot fountains, flames on water and dazzling fireworks.
Families will enjoy strolling through the Waterfront's array of gift shops and restaurants all while listening to the joyful tunes of singers, musical quartets and the "Sizzlin' Pianos" show that ignite the spirit of the season. Through Christmas, stores and restaurants will remain open until 7 p.m. during weekdays and 8 p.m. on weekends. The park will remain open until 10 p.m. Dec. 26 - 30.
This holiday season, guests are invited to jump aboard The Polar Express Experience for a magical trip to the North Pole. Debuting Nov. 14 and continuing through Jan. 4, 2009, SeaWorld's Wild Arctic transforms into a thrilling expedition to the fabled Santa Town. Recreating classic scenes from the movie in a multi-sensory experience, this unique experience immerses guests with lighting, scent, sound and motion to transport them into the spirit of the season.
Holiday splendor abounds during Festivities at the Waterfront as nightly snow flurries descend upon guests. Carolers make a joyful noise while the little ones share their holiday wishes with Santa Claus. Guests in search of that perfect gift can peruse through one of the area's assortment of gift shops. The festivities begin Nov. 24 and run through Dec. 25.
Frosty Friends Sleepover invites families to get cozy with animals from some of the chilliest environments on the planet, the Arctic and Antarctic. Guests can camp with the coolest little dudes in town at the Penguin Encounter! The overnight adventure includes educational games and activities, a pizza snack and continental breakfast. The cost is $78 per person and the date is Dec. 5, 2008. For more information, visit http://www.seaworld.org/.
New Year's Eve at SeaWorld
SeaWorld rings in the holiday Dec. 31 with a musical celebration that includes the best in pop, Latin and swing music and dancing. The party begins with Michael Andrew and his 18-piece Atomic Big Band who will keep the crowd dancing. At the stroke of midnight, the night will shine even brighter with vibrant fireworks. (For those who would rather end the year with a splash, the park's attractions and thrill rides will remain open until midnight.)
For more information, guests may visit online http://www.seaworld.com/ or call (800) 327-2424.Explore other theme park events...
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