SeaWorld San Diego Launches Holiday Deals for Black Friday 2024

SeaWorld San Diego Holiday Deals for Black Friday 2024

SeaWorld San Diego is spreading holiday cheer with the launch of its Black Friday sale now through November 29th. 

Starting today and ending on Black Friday, guests can save up to 55% on tickets, Fun Cards and Passes. 

With a thrilling lineup of new events and entertainment planned for the remainder of 2024 and all of 2025, guests won’t want to miss these exceptional savings.

Guests who take advantage of this offer will have the opportunity to enjoy all the exciting events the park offers throughout the year, including the annual Christmas Celebration happening now. During Christmas Celebration the park transforms into a spectacular winter wonderland filled with more magical moments than ever, including new Christmas shows, Santa’s live reindeer and picture-perfect moments amidst acres of beautiful decorations.

A 2025 Fun Card allows unlimited visits to experience award-winning attractions and captivating animal presentations throughout 2025 with the rest of 2024 FREE. For park access with even more benefits, Annual Pass Members receive unlimited visits, access to exclusive events and no blockout dates. 

Pass Members are first for everything, first to experience new attractions, first to view new animal exhibits and first to know about major park announcements. In 2025, Pass Members will be the first to experience SeaWorld’s newest immersive and interactive aquarium, Jewels of the Sea: A Jellyfish Experience, as well as the reinvented Journey to Atlantis.

Prepping for holiday fun with a pass as a gift is a fun idea too!

Dana Point Harbor is Decking the Halls with the Annual Festival of Lights!

Dana Point Harbor is Decking the Halls with the Annual Festival of Lights!

The annual harbor holiday light display featuring over 700,000 LED lights is back!

From November 13 through January 12, Festival of Lights will transform the Harbor into a winter wonderland with themed light exhibits including a giant whale, illuminated palms, #happyharbordays, and, of course, the beloved Merry Kiss Me™ arch. Throughout the season, visitors and locals can enjoy festive caroling, visits with Santa, waterfront dining, boutique holiday shopping and more. 

The highly anticipated Boat Parade of Lights returns this holiday season for its 49th celebration from December 13 - 15. The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. and features the theme Santa’s Seaside Carnival for 2024. Boaters will deck out their vessels for a chance to win $10,000 in cash prizes across different award categories courtesy of Dana Point Harbor Partners. Award categories include Best Use of Theme, People’s Choice, Supervisor’s Cup, Mayor’s Cup and more.

Santa Claus will visit the Harbor on December 5 & 6 from 4 - 6 p.m., stationed in front of the iconic Dana Point Harbor VW bus in the Clock Courtyard. The festive display will remain throughout the month of December for all to enjoy. 

New this year, on December 21, the Modern Makers Mart will bring a festive Holiday Market to the Harbor’s Island near the Richard Henry Dana Jr statue, and holiday display. Browse unique, handcrafted goods from local artisans, perfect for last-minute holiday gifts. Shoppers can enjoy live holiday music, an appearance by Santa, and other special performances throughout the day. 

To help visitors navigate the Harbor easily during the busy holiday season, Dana Point Harbor's FREE shuttle service will be available daily from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering convenient park-and-ride options. The shuttle picks up at the East Island Lot and makes stops at key locations, including Mariner’s Village, Wind & Sea, and Dana Wharf, ensuring seamless access to all the festivities without the hassle. 

Additional Harbor Holiday Happenings:

This year, the Giving Machine will return to Dana Point Harbor on Tuesday, November 26, featuring donations to local charities Ocean Institute and Soroptimist of Capistrano Bay, to be matched as part of the #LightTheWorld initiative. Giving Tuesday, December 3, marks the official holiday launch of the Giving Machine with an appearance by Santa, The Kyle Fisher Band, and the In N Out truck. 

The Pet Project Foundation will host its annual Santa Paws event on December 7 & 8 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Clock Courtyard. Pet photos with Santa will be offered for a donation with all proceeds supporting the Pet Project Foundation. 

Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching will also host annual Boat Rides with Santa on December 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Take photos with Santa and his holiday helpers on this adventure at sea for a $5 donation with proceeds supporting Soroptimist of Capistrano Bay. Reservations are required. Visit danawharf.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

Before or after the December 7 boat rides, kids crafts by Dot Dot Play will be available at the Hansen Plaza, adding to the family-friendly festivities with a choice of DIY Holiday Slime.

Little Folk Club also returns December 13 from 10 - 11 a.m. with a new location on the Island, inviting children of all ages to bring their favorite instruments for a special Christmas sing-along and plenty of photo ops in the holiday setting.

To round out December’s festivities, the Menorah will be lit for Hanukkah from December 25 through January 1 at the Hansen Plaza, brightening the Wharf.

WHEN

Holiday display lights up the Harbor November 13 - January 12

49th annual Boat Parade of Lights takes place December 13 - 15 nightly at 6:30 p.m.

Visit the live Harbor events calendar for additional holiday happenings.

WHERE

Dana Point Harbor, 34555 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, CA 92629 

MORE INFORMATION

For more information on Holidays at the Harbor visit danapointharbor.com/events/.

Knott's Merry Farm Kicks Off November 22 and Runs Through January 5

It's the Merriest Time of Year at Knott’s Berry Farm!

Knott's Merry Farm Returns Bigger and Brighter in 2024 with New Spectacular Tree Lighting Ceremony!

My favorite time of the year that reminds me of my mama. She just loved wandering the streets of Ghost Town taking in the holiday feeling just being amongst the lights, smells, sounds of Christmas.

It's become a tradition and one I never want to let go of. For three generations now we've been making memories at Merry Farm. As children my parents would tell my brother and I they just love to see our faces light up seeing shows like Snoopy on Ice and now I do the same to my kids with the updated versions, like Home for the Holidays, that still feel classic and nostalgic to me.

From the festive foods, cheerful drinks, spirited shows, thrilling rides, gorgeous tree lighting and so much more, we can not wait to visit Knott’s Merry Farm! Here is a recap of our visit last year. 

Knott's has released all the details on this year's Merry Farm and wr can not wait!!! Hot off the press here is what we know...

Guests can enjoy the holidays beginning November 22 through January 5 

The holiday season at Knott’s Merry Farm promises to be merry and bright as the park debuts the new ‘Tis the Season Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event in Calico Park invites everyone to kick off the evening’s holiday celebration with dancers, singers, and, of course, Snoopy. Also this year, guest favorites return along with new food offerings and new merchandise as the park transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights and miles of beautiful garland.

 

Christmas in Calico continues as the Snow and Glow experience fills the buildings and paths with thousands of lights dancing to the beat of Christmas music while “snow” gently falls throughout Ghost Town. The Wilderness Dance Hall transforms into Santa's Christmas Cabin, where the entire family can create fond memories by taking photos with Santa Claus and his friends. At The Bird Cage Theatre, Knott’s melodrama company presents a reimagined Charles Dickens classic, A Calico Christmas Carol. The theatre will also present the heartwarming Knott's version of O. Henry's classic tale of love and sacrifice, The Gift of the Magi, 1885.

 

Knott's own vocal quartet, the Calico Carolers, transports guests back in time to a Victorian Christmas as they perform the season's songs throughout the streets of Ghost Town. A down-home dose of Christmas cheer is in store for those who join Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies for a foot-stompin' show with energetic music and comedy for the whole family. Yuletide cheer is in store with Home for the Holidays, where joyous merriment takes over the Calico Mine Stage with dancing and fun set to popular holiday tunes.

 

Over at the Walter Knott Theater, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang take to the ice in Snoopy's Night Before Christmas. This guest favorite returns with the Knott’s Ice-Skating Ensemble and Snoopy retelling the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” re-imagined Peanuts style.

 

At the Fiesta Plaza Stage, guests can enjoy Latin Caribbean and New York salsa as well as current American top 40 songs, but with a Latin band format and rhythms provided by Adelaide Pilar.

 

It’s not a holiday celebration without festive food. Throughout the park, guests can indulge in traditional holiday classics with a twist, including a Merry Farm favorite, the crispy breaded “Turkey Ball” filled with perfectly seasoned stuffing and sweet cranberry sauce, or the vegan and gluten-free pistachio orange cookie.

 

Knott's Christmas Crafts Village is back with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts, including chainsaw wood carvings and elegant glass blowing.

 

Give the gift that keeps on giving all year with a 2025 Season Pass. A 2025 Season Pass includes unlimited visits through 2024 plus all of 2025, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events. A Regular Season Pass includes admission to Knott's Berry Farm and a Gold Season Pass includes admission to both Knott's Berry Farm and Knott's Soak City Waterpark. Regular Season passes are as low as 9 payments of $8 after initial payment and Gold Season Passes are as low as 9 payments of $11.50 after initial payment. These offers end on January 5, 2025. Pricing and more information are available at knotts.com.

               

Turn your Merry Farm experience into a holly jolly hotel getaway with an overnight stay at The Knott's Hotel. The Knott’s Merry Farm Holiday Package includes hotel accommodations, Knott’s Merry Farm admission for one day for each registered guest, and hotel parking. Upgrade to the Hotel Breakfast Package for an unforgettable holiday celebration. For hotel reservations, please visit knotts.com.

 

For more information about Knott's Merry Farm, please visit knotts.com or download the Knott's Berry Farm app for your smartphone. Join the festive conversation using the hashtag #MerryFarm on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.