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HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR RETURNS: SeaWorld is getting into the spirit of Halloween again this year with a not-too-scary celebration that combines family-friendly activities and special entertainment. Halloween Spooktacular brings children’s “fanta-seas” to life with enchanted pathways, charming sea creatures and the most unique trick-or-treating venue in town. New this year SeaWorld presents, The Search for Captain Lucky’s Treasure, a walk-through adventure adjacent to Cirque Stadium; Penelope’s Pumpkinfish Patch at the Seaport Marketplace lawn adjacent to Animal Connections; and the all-new “Clyde & Seamore’s Spooky Adventure” at Sea Lion and Otter Stadium. This modern-day show takes a twist as Clyde and Seamore are mysteriously transported back to Uncle Smedley’s Castle. Also, guests can meet a variety of animals at Animal Connections at Seaport Marketplace, pose with mermaids at the Mermaid Grotto located at the Main Gate area and watch “Pirates 4-D,” a wacky film adventure about a pirate captain and his bumbling crew at the park’s Mission Bay Theater. Kids are invited to come in costume and enjoy Sesame Street performances, and trick-or-treating among a sea-inspired atmosphere, which includes friendly sea witches, octopuses, schools of fish and more. SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular, which is included in park admission, operates from 1 to 6 p.m. and runs weekends in October (Oct. 31 the park will remain decorated and guests can visitors can enjoy “Clyde and Seamore’s Spooky Adventure” show and the “Pirates 4-D” movie). “Clyde and Seamore’s Spooky Adventure” runs daily in October.
SHAMU & YOU WALK FOR RADY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: Nearly 4,000 participants are expected to take part in the fifth annual SeaWorld Shamu & You Family Walk on Saturday, Oct. 1 at Rose Marie Starns South Shores Park, raising money for the critical, life-saving efforts of Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. Participants will choose either the 1-mile or 4-mile walk, which both begin at Rose Marie Starns South Shores Park and continue through SeaWorld. While in SeaWorld, walkers will be greeted by costume characters, penguins, otters and other animal ambassadors, who will entertain and encourage participants along the festive route. It is expected that this year’s walk will raise nearly $300,000 for programs at Rady Children’s Hospital. For more information visit www.shamuandyouwalk.kintera.org.
HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR SLEEPOVER: This is no trick! It’s a big treat! On Oct. 22, kids ages 4 to 14 and their families are in for a treat with SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular Family Fun Sleepover. Participants can put on a costume and learn some cool and scary facts about some of our animals, sleep in the new Turtle Reef, have Breakfast With Shamu and spend the rest of day enjoying SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular. Call (800) 25–SHAMU and press 4 to make a reservation or visit www.SWBG-AdventureCamps.com.
