SeaWorld San Diego Gills and Thrills
Schedule
Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC-08:00Location
SeaWorld San Diego | San Diego, CA
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It’s time for“Gills and Thrills”
at SeaWorld San Diego - Mega Manta Edition!
on
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Our day will include:
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.: Morning ERT on Manta
11a.m. - 1 p.m.: All American Luncheon at Nautilus Pavilion
Meatless options available, other dietary needs with advance notice only:
Email Don Palmer – [email protected] or Jackie Edwards – [email protected] no later than December 26, 2025 with any special dietary request or for accessibility requests.
Luncheon Presentations:
Jim Potter Senior Park Representative discussion!
Sloth visit with a Park Animal Care Expert!
Additional Activities:
Coaster Takeover of Arctic Rescue followed by Emperor at 10:15AM
"Orca Encounter Meetup” and “Dolphin Encounter Meetup” for performances during the day! (Time TBD depending on daily schedules)
*Schedule is subject to change.
SeaWorld’s “Inside Look” will be running from January 10-19!
Meet the SeaWorld® team, hear their personal stories about caring for their animals and learn more about their life-saving work.
Be sure to download the SeaWorld app to ensure access to all the information!
Your registration includes parking, lunch and park admission if necessary:
ACE Member SeaWorld San Diego or SeaWorld Platinum Pass Member: $70
Non-ACE Member SeaWorld San Diego or SeaWorld Platinum Pass Member: $75
ACE Members without SeaWorld San Diego pass: $130 (Includes admission)
Non-ACE member without SeaWorld San Diego pass: $135 (Includes admission)
SeaWorld passes will be scanned at admission gate!
Love our Gills and Thrills logo?
Buy a T-shirt for $20! Please order by December 26, 2025, to purchase.
They will be available in heather gray in adult sizes small through 2XL. Option to purchase at checkout.
Registration:
Registration deadline is December 26, 2025.
The first 15 people to register will take part in Jewels of the Sea: Jellyfish Up-Close Tour!
Led by an expert aquarist, this 15-minute walking tour offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at how SeaWorld cares for and propagates jellyfish—from their life cycle to their biology. Available to guests of all ages, the tour also includes a rare, hands-on opportunity to touch and interact with these fascinating, translucent creatures, making for an unforgettable and educational experience.
Arrive between 8:30 and 8:45AM for check-in and continental breakfast.
Please note that those arriving for ERT will not need a parking pass since the parking gates will not be open at that time.
Late arrivals will need to contact Don Palmer or Jackie Edwards to collect credentials.
Park Hours: 10 a.m. – 7p.m.
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
Hope to see you there!
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