ORLANDO, FL / SAN DIEGO, CA / SAN ANTONIO, TX – May 1, 2026 – SeaWorld invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with special limited-capacity experiences across its parks in Orlando, San Diego, and San Antonio. From unique dining to live entertainment and elevated brunch offerings, each park provides distinct ways to spend time together and create lasting memories.
“SeaWorld is a great place to create lasting memories with mom,” said Marc Swanson, CEO of United Parks & Resorts, SeaWorld’s parent company. “Across our parks, we’ve created experiences that bring families closer together, offering something special for every mom including learning about marine mammals, experiencing live entertainment and enjoying exciting rides.”
Brunch Beneath the Sharks in Orlando*
At SeaWorld Orlando, the Mother’s Day brunch at Sharks Underwater Grill offers guests the chance to dine surrounded by four species of sharks, smalltooth sawfish and goliath grouper. As a special thank-you, every mother will receive a red-carpet entry, a complimentary mimosa, and a complimentary photo opportunity to cherish the moment. Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 8 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 9 and May 10. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made online.
Guests can also enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend, including a performance by Grupo Mania on Saturday, May 9, along with additional musical acts and family-friendly programming.
Orcas Up Close: Dine & Celebrate in San Diego*
At SeaWorld San Diego, moms can experience a special Mother’s Day Dine with Orcas on May 9 and 10, with three seatings at 11 a.m. 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. This special experience offers a rare opportunity to dine alongside orcas while learning more about these animals. Brunch or dinner features delicious carving‑station entrées, fresh salads, seasonal fruits, decadent desserts, and more—all paired with breathtaking views of orcas nearby. Reservations are required and spots are limited.
The celebration extends throughout the park with Viva La Música, a festival honoring Latin culture through live music, authentic cuisine and cultural performances. Mother’s Day weekend features a performance by the Grammy Award-winning Mariachi Divas.
Poolside Brunch by the Orcas in San Antonio*
At SeaWorld San Antonio, families can celebrate with a Mother’s Day Brunch with Orcas at 12:15 pm on May 10. The experience features a menu curated by world-renowned SeaWorld San Diego Executive Chef Shan Pussella, with a variety of chef-driven stations and elevated brunch selections, along with bottomless mimosas. Advance online booking is required as there is limited capacity.
While dining, mom and family can enjoy orcas and hear from SeaWorld’s zoological team about the animals and the park’s rescue and conservation efforts.
Additional entertainment during the weekend includes a Saturday, May 9 concert from Smash Mouth, bringing a dose of throwback energy for guests looking to relive fan-favorite hits.
Make It a Year-Round Celebration with an Annual Pass
For guests looking to extend the experience beyond Mother’s Day, SeaWorld’s Annual Pass offers the flexibility to enjoy seasonal events, concerts and park experiences throughout the year, with the ability to return for multiple visits.
*Park admission is required.
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About SeaWorld
SeaWorld is a leading marine life theme park and accredited zoo and aquarium that provides experiences that matter while educating and inspiring guests of all ages to care about marine life. Welcoming millions of guests every year, the parks offer fun and enriching experiences ranging from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life-themed rides, special events, and live entertainment. For more than 60 years, SeaWorld has advanced marine conservation through science, education, and exceptional animal care. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, having helped more than 42,000 animals to date. SeaWorld parks are in Orlando, San Antonio, San Diego, and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). SeaWorld is part of the United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) portfolio of theme park brands. For more information, visit SeaWorld.com.
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