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SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival expands with new performers and the return of Mardi Gras

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ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Orlando has announced the addition of their newly added performers to its Seven Seas Food Festival lineup.

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They have also announced the return of Mardi Gras festivities, where the Wild Arctic Plaza will transform into a high-energy celebration, immersing guests in the sights, sounds, and flavors of New Orleans.

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Check out the full concert lineup, including incredible NEW additions below:

  • Feb 21              LaCrae (R&B)
  • Feb 22              NEW! Shaggy (Reggae/Pop)
  • March 1             Warrant (Rock)
  • March 7             Starship ft. Mickey Thomas (Rock)
  • March 8             NEW! Grupo Mania (Merengue)
  • March 15          NEW! Jordin Sparks (R&B)
  • March 16          ZZ Top (Rock/Blues)
  • March 23          Luis Fonsi (Latin Pop)
  • March 28          NEW! Pop 2000 feat. Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, OTown, LFO & Ryan    Cabrera (Pop)
  • March 29          NEW! Walker Hayes (Country)
  • April 4                NEW! Gente de Zona (Latin)
  • April 5                NEW! Soulja Boy & Surprise Co-Headliner TBA (Hip-Hop)
  • April 11              NEW! Michael Ray (Country)
  • April 12              NEW! The Commodores (Soul/Funk/R&B)
  • April 19              NEW! Jeremy Camp (Christian)
  • April 26              Mitchell Tenpenny (Country)
  • May 3                 NEW! Kansas (Rock)

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During the festive Mardi Gras celebration at SeaWorld Orlando, guests can anticipate these fun offerings.

  • Pop-Up Parade: During the Pop-up Parade, the Wild Artic Plaza is full of the joyous sounds and sights of New Orleans. This unforgettable parade features bead captains tossing vibrant beads into the crowd, sensational stilt walkers, and musicians who keep the party rolling throughout the day. (Select times from 12:30 - 6 p.m.)
  • Live Music: Guests will be able to let New Orleans’ sounds wash over them as exciting bands play traditional Cajun and jazz music throughout the day. From soulful trumpet solos to toe-tapping jazz tunes, visitors will be engrossed in the rich music culture of Louisiana. (Select times from 12:30 - 6 p.m.)
  • Street Party: This high-energy bash is where the essence of Bourbon Street truly comes alive! Featuring a DJ spinning festive tunes and street performers highlighting their thrilling talents, partiers will find it impossible not to get swept in the fun. (Select times from 12:30 - 6 p.m.)

Mardi Gras festivities would not be complete without exciting culinary fare. Guests can delight in various indulgent food and drinks and Gulf Coast-inspired favorites, including:

  • NEW- King Cake Cupcake - festive, cinnamon-spiced cupcake topped with colorful Mardi Gras sprinkles and a sweet glaze, inspired by the classic King Cake
  • Rum Runner Cocktail - Rum, Blackberry Brandy, Banana , Lime Sour
  • Bayou Hurricane - Bacardi Dark Rum, Passion Fruit, Orange & Lime juices
  • Key Lime Pie Margarita-Tequila, Triple sec, Lime, Cream
  • Purple Haze - Abita Brewery
  • Parade Throw- Hidden Springs Brewery - King Cake-inspired Beer
  • NEW- Boudin Balls with Remoulade Sauce - Sausage, Pork, and Cajun Aromatics
  • Banana Fosters Beignets -Tossed in Powdered Sugar and topped with our very own Bannan Fosters Sauce
  • Cajun Shrimp & Grits - Sauteed Shrimp with Cajun Spice, Bell peppers, Tomato Jus and Corn Grits

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Guests can prepare for this feast with a 10-sample lanyard for $75 or the fan-favorite 15-sample lanyard for $90 for the best savings yet.

SeaWorld Orlando Pass Members get the exclusive perk of being able to purchase 18 samples for the price of 15.

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