Lots of good entertainment options are coming to SeaWorld.
SeaWorld San Diego invites guests to experience the sights, sounds and flavors of Mardi Gras during a vibrant, family-friendly celebration running on select dates from January 24 through February 22. As the only family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration in San Diego, SeaWorld brings the spirit of New Orleans to life with all-new entertainment, lively parades, interactive performers and bold Cajun-inspired cuisine for guests of all ages. Guests are invited to laissez les bons temps rouler—or “let the good times roll”—with festive entertainment, bold flavors and nonstop fun.
Guests can immerse themselves in a French Quarter-style atmosphere filled with colorful performers, toe-tapping jazz, and festive fun around every corner. From high-energy parades to interactive entertainment and nighttime spectacles, SeaWorld San Diego offers one of Southern California’s most joyful ways to celebrate Mardi Gras.
This celebration is included with park admission and is free for Pass Members.
All-New Mardi Gras Entertainment and Classic Festivities and Food Await
- ALL-NEW Live DJ, Ukulele Jesters & Fire Dance – The celebration heats up in Wild Arctic Plaza with a live DJ, the all-new musical stylings of the Ukulele Jesters, and a variety of festive food and drinks throughout the day. As night falls, a thrilling fire dance ignites the plaza with energy and excitement.
- ALL-NEW Royal Mardi Gras Parade – Featuring colorful floats, No Bad News jazz band, singers, dancers, jesters and more, this lively parade delivers non-stop energy and good vibes along the route.
- Live Music – Dance the day away to the lively sounds of the No Bad News jazz band, performing favorite New Orleans and Mardi Gras-themed tunes at SkyTower Lawn.
- Mardi Gras Performers & Activities – Throughout the day near SkyTower stage, come see the talented SeaWorld performers as they show off their costumes and enjoy family-friendly activities.
- Tunnel of Lights – For the ultimate insta-worthy moment, walk through a shimmering, Mardi Gras-music activated tunnel of over 5,000 colorful lights! Dancing is highly encouraged.
- ALL-NEW Mardi Gras Food – Enjoy Cajun Food favorites like jambalaya, po-boy sandwiches, gumbo, those ever-popular beignets, and much more. Available at SkyTower Lawn and Wild Arctic Plaza on Mardi Gras event dates.
- ALL-NEW Mardi Gras Drinks – Cheers to an array of New Orleans Inspired cocktails and beers including mint juleps, hurricanes, green apple frozen margaritas, Bourbon Street smash, and of course, a French 75! Hot chicory coffee will also be available—the perfect pairing with a fresh beignet.
- Mardi Gras Food & Beverage Sampler – Guests may choose a 5-item sampler starting at only $40 or a 10-item sampler for $60. During Maradi Gras, SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members get more for less and can purchase 12 samples for the price of 10.
The best way to experience SeaWorld year-round and enjoy unlimited access to events is with an Annual Pass. With an incredible year of unbeatable benefits, first access to the all-new Shark Encounter, opening this Spring and an impressive lineup of events, guests can experience Seven Seas Food Festival, Viva La Musica, Summer Spectacular, Summer Concerts and more! Annual Pass Members can visit as many days of the year with no blockout dates; receive free guest tickets and access to NEW exclusive Pass Member events, plus FREE parking, special savings on merchandise, food, and beverage options, ride quick queue and behind-the-scenes animal encounters among other perks. For a limited time, Southern California residents may buy a SoCal Pass at only $10/month, and all guests may save up to 35% on an Annual Pass.
Mardi Gras event times are subject to change or cancellation without notice. For more information, park hours/schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Mardi Gras details and information.
SeaWorld San Diego is turning up the volume like never before with 16 live concerts included with park admission across three signature seasonal events and featuring a diverse line-up of chart-topping, and fan-favorite artists spanning pop, hip-hop, rock and country.
SeaWorld Annual Pass Members enjoy unlimited access to every concert all year long, and all performances are included with park admission. The 2026 concert series features live music across three signature seasonal events — Seven Seas Food Festival, Summer Spectacular, and Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ — offering guests countless opportunities to experience live entertainment throughout the spring and summer.
Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts
Seven Seas Food Festival kicks off the excitement with four live concerts pairing global flavors with live entertainment. Guests can enjoy performances by artists including Fitz and the Tantrums, The Band Perry, and Phillip Phillips, bringing live music to the park during the popular spring festival.
Summer Spectacular Concert Series
Summer heats up with the return of the viral throwback Summer Spectacular Concert Series, featuring a lineup of ’90s and early-2000s hip-hop, R&B, and pop artists, performing every Saturday night from June through August at the Bayside Amphitheater. Confirmed artists include Ying Yang Twins, Bow Wow & Dem Franchize Boyz, the Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC (featuring O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO), E-40, Soulja Boy, Paul Wall, Jordin Sparks, Too $hort, and Warren G, with additional surprise artists to be announced.
Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ Concerts
For the first time ever, Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ in August will feature full concert performances showcasing such rock and country performers as Saliva, Uncle Kracker, and Skillet.
The full 2026 Concert Lineup includes:
Seven Seas Food Festival Concerts
Saturday, March 14 – Fitz and the Tantrums
Fitz and the Tantrums, the chart-topping band known for their infectious blend of pop, indie, and soul inspired grooves, broke into the mainstream with hits like “HandClap,” “Out of My League,” and “The Walker.”
Saturday, March 21 – The Band Perry – Saturday, March 21
The Band Perry, the hit-making trio known for blending country roots with pop driven energy, rose to fame with breakout hits like “If I Die Young,” “Better Dig Two,” and “All Your Life.” The band has become a defining voice of modern country music.
Saturday, April 18 – Surprise artist to be Announced Soon!
Saturday, April 25 – Phillip Phillips
Phillip Phillips, the fan-favorite singer/songwriter known for his soulful vocals and uplifting, folk pop anthems, gained fame after winning American Idol and captured audiences with breakout such hits as “Home,” “Gone, Gone, Gone,” and “Raging Fire.”
Summer Spectacular Concert Series
Saturday, June 6 – Ying Yang Twins
The Ying Yang Twins, D-Roc and Kaine, gained a huge following with hits like “Whistle While You Twurk” and “Salt Shaker.” Known for their platinum-selling album Me & My Brother, the duo dominated the 2000s with songs like “Wait (The Whisper Song)” and “Halftime.”
Saturday, June 13 – Surprise artist to be announced soon!
Saturday, June 20 – Bow Wow & Dem Franchize Boyz
Bow Wow joins forces with Dem Franchize Boyz for a high-energy hip-hop collaboration filled with throwback hits and incredible energy. From Bow Wow’s crossover anthems like “Like You,” “Let Me Hold You,” and “Shortie Like Mine” to Dem Franchize Boyz’ club classics “Lean wit It, Rock wit It” and “Oh I Think They Like Me,” this performance delivers nonstop energy and crowd igniting fun.
Saturday, June 27 – Pop 2000 Tour hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO
Throwbacks aren’t just for Thursdays anymore. The “Pop 2000 Tour” is a nostalgic concert series featuring popular artists from the early 2000s, hosted by Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, and includes O-Town, Ryan Cabrera, and LFO. The tour offers fans a trip down memory lane with the soundtrack of the TRL era.
Saturday, July 11 – E-40
Legendary performer E-40 brings West Coast hip-hop to the stage with his unmistakable style and decades of influence. Known for shaping the sound of Northern California rap, he’s delivered signature hits like “Tell Me When to Go,” “Choices (Yup),” and “Snap Yo Fingers,” in which he has collaborated with artists across generations.
Saturday, July 18 – Surprise artist to be announced soon!
Saturday, July 25 – Soulja Boy and Paul Wall
Soulja Boy and Paul Wall, two hip hop hitmakers known for their era-defining tracks and lasting influence. Soulja Boy made music history by clinching the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with his breakout anthem “Crank That (Soulja Boy)”. Joining him is Paul Wall, the Southern rap star celebrated for his signature style and crowd favorite hits like “Sittin’ Sidewayz” and “Grillz.”
Saturday, August 1- Jordin Sparks
Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum, singer, songwriter and actress, Jordin Sparks, known for winning season six of American Idol and creating such powerful music throughout her career with crowd favorite singles like “No Air” (feat. Chris Brown), “Tattoo,” and “Battlefield.”
Saturday, August 8 – Too $hort and Warren G
Too $hort and Warren G, two legendary West Coast hip-hop artists who helped shape the sound of ’90s rap. Too $hort is known for his signature hits like “Blow the Whistle” and “The Ghetto,” while Warren G rose to fame with G- funk defining classics including “Regulate” and “This D.J.”
*There will be no concert on July 4.
Bayside Bands, Brews & BBQ Concerts
Saturday, August 15 – Saliva
Saliva, the hard rock band that helped define the sound of early 2000s rock, is known for their high-octane riffs, anthemic choruses, and adrenaline-fueled performances, hits like “Click Click Boom,” “Always,” and “Ladies and Gentlemen.”
Saturday, August 22 – Uncle Kracker
Uncle Kracker, who has spent more than two decades delivering feel-good anthems and well-known songs with his laid-back blend of country, pop, rock, and hip-hop, broke through with his multi-platinum-selling solo debut Double Wide in 2000. His hits include “Follow Me,” “When the Sun Goes Down,” “Drift Away.”
Saturday, August 29 – Skillet
Skillet remains a dominant force in hard rock, earning GRAMMY® nominations, a Billboard Music Award, and multiple Top 5 entries on the Billboard 200. With 12 certified singles, and the 5x-platinum smash “Monster,” they’ve become one of the most-streamed rock acts of all time, while leaving a major imprint across pop culture and global touring.
Make It a Full Day of Entertainment
Before and after each concert, guests can experience everything SeaWorld San Diego has to offer—from animal encounters and educational presentations to award-winning rides and attractions—making each concert date a full day of entertainment.
Year-Round Savings for Year-Round Events
The best way to experience SeaWorld San Diego’s concerts and seasonal events throughout the year is with an Annual Pass. Pass Members enjoy unlimited visits with no blockout dates and access to events including Seven Seas Food Festival, Viva La Música, Summer Spectacular, and more. Additional benefits include free parking, guest tickets, special savings on food and merchandise, and exclusive Pass Member events. For a limited time, Southern California residents may purchase a SoCal Pass starting at $10/month, and all guests can save up to 35% on Annual Passes.
For park hours and ticket information, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest concert and event updates.
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