It’s time once again for one of our favorite Foodie events of the year: SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival! This event is a foodie paradise that features over 190 flavors inspired from around the world, plus other entertainment and fun to round out your visit. We had the opportunity to attend a media preview event for this year’s festival, and we’re excited to share everything you need to know! Read on for all the info and our food picks of what we would recommend to try!

About the Seven Seas Food Festival

If you’re looking for an event that combines global flavors, live entertainment, and the fun of SeaWorld’s attractions, this festival is a must-see.

What: Sample 45+ unique eats, 70+ craft brews, 70+ wines & cocktails, and more fun

When: Thursdays-Sundays | Friday, January 31 - Sunday, May 4th

Where: The festival takes place mainly around the lake in the center of the park.

Cost: Included with park admission; food and drink available for additional purchase.

TIP: Make sure to purchase a sampling lanyard for the best value. You can choose from a 10-item package for $75 or a 15-item package for $90. Plus if you are a pass holder you can access a special 18-item package for $90.

For more details, visit the official SeaWorld event page.

Pasta Frutti Di Mare (Festival Special at Shark’s Underwater Grill)

Our Media Preview Experience

At the media event, we got a sneak peek at what this year’s festival has to offer:

Entertainment: We caught glimpses of live performers who’ll be taking the stage throughout the event.
Food Displays: Beautifully arranged samples gave us a preview of the global-inspired dishes on the menu.
Merchandise: Festival-themed merch and souvenirs were on display — perfect for commemorating your visit.
Tasting Experience: We sampled a variety of dishes (more on that below!) and heard insights from the PR team and head chef.

A big thank you to the SeaWorld team for inviting us!

Our festival guide book, lanyards, and media tags for the event.

There was plenty of cute new merch on display too!

The Festival Food: A World of Flavors

With over 45 unique dishes inspired by international cuisines, there’s something for every palate. We were able to try quite a few dishes and wanted to feature some here that we would order again.

TIP: Make a plan before you go for favorites you want to try. You can preview the full festival guide booklet here.

Classic Lobster Roll - North Atlantic Market (7)
Lobster served on a bun

This was a good amount of lobster on a nice toasty roll. We would choose this over the lobster Mac’n’cheese.

Fish & Chips - North Atlantic Market (7)
Deep-Fried Beer Battered Cod, Sidewinder Fries, Tartar Sauce

Loved this dish, the fish was really good and the fries well seasoned too.

NEW Pork Pincho - Caribbean Market (4)
Grilled pork skewer, BBQ sauce, Grilled Cuban Bread

This skewer was so flavorful and the bread toasty.

NEW Southern Charm Cupcake (Boozy) - Sweet Sips (9)
Vanilla Cupcake, Jack Daniel's Honey Buttercream Icing, Whiskey Bacon Crumble

We loved this cupcake, the boozy icing was sooo good.

RE-IMAGINED Palermo Fontina Cheese Meatballs - Italian Market (10)
Chef's House Made Marinara, Parmesan

These meatballs were popular and sold out the day we were there. A great classic comfort food.

RE-IMAGINED Old World Grilled Lamb Chop - Mediterranean Market (13)
Olive Tapenade, Boursin Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Tzatziki

The lamb chop is always a goto and the potatoes are plentiful and flavorful.

Picanha Steak - Brazilian Market (14)
Cilantro Chimichurri, Three Bean Salad

Another go-to for us. The steak is tender and flavorful and we like that this is a healthier option with protein and beans.

NEW Garlic Toast Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Market (10)
Crispy Chicken, Marinara, Mozzarella, Texas Toast

Another comfort classic but hit the spot with the crunchy toast and cheesy sauce.

NEW Veggie Samosas - Indian Market (15)
Potatoes, Peas, Served with Indian Red Pepper Hummus

A nice vegetarian option with crispy pastry, flavorful filling, and complemented with hummus.

Footlong Pretzel on a Stick - German Market (19)
Choice: Chocolate & Sprinkles or Cinnamon & Sugar

Always a fun value since this is so big. We bring a ziplock to rip apart the pretzel and enjoy throughout the day.

Drinks at the Seven Seas Food Festival

At the Festival you can sip and savor all sorts of beverages. From craft beers to international wines and creative cocktails, the drink options are plentiful. You can choose from full-size pours or sample sizes, making it easy to try a variety. We tried a handful of drinks this year and here are a few of our faves:

NEW Cucumber Splash - Sweet & Sour (12)
Vodka, Cucumber, Lime, Club Soda

This drink was so refreshing like a spa water.

NEW Hot Honey Paloma - Mexican Market (22)
Tequila, Lime, Hot Honey, Grapefruit

Loved the citrus with the pop of spice,

NEW Lychee Bliss - Asian Market (16)
Vodka, Lychee Liqueur, Lime

This refreshing drink offered a unique flavor you don’t usually see.

Frozen Polynesian Summer - Polynesian Market (6)
Pineapple Rum, Coconut Rum, Pineapple, Coconut, Mango

This tasted like tropical vacation!

TIP: We have to admit we are disappointed in the mocktail options. Most seem to be pretty simple like a sprite or juice with a sugary syrup mixed in. We recommend not to use a lanyard punch on a tasting cup of soda, save it for other items. We hope maybe in the future some crafted mocktails with elevated ingredients could be explored!

Special Celebrations

On select dates, the festival gets even more festive with special themed celebrations:

MARDI GRAS
February 27-March 2 and March 4 & 6-9

Let the good times roll with limited-time food, cocktails, entertainment and live music – Mardi Gras style.

Pop Up Parade – The Wild Arctic Plaza will come to life as entertainers, bead captains, stilt walkers, and musicians bring the Mardi Gras spirit to SeaWorld during this special pop-up parade.
Live Music – Immerse yourself in the music of New Orleans as our live band brings Cajun and jazz classics to Orlando.
Street Party – The sights and sounds of Bourbon Street will take over Wild Arctic Plaza with a DJ, street performers, and a dance party.
Gulf Coast Flavors –Enjoy classic Gulf Coast flavors as part of our Seven Seas Food Festival including a King Cake Cupcake, Jambalaya and Southern Libations and Rum Runners.

ST. PATRICKS’S DAY
March 13-17 and March 20-23

Enjoy a taste of St. Patrick's Day, featuring exclusive menu items and entertainment!

Streets of Green – Make your way to the Irish Market Plaza at select times to see lively entertainers, amazing stilt walkers, and more. 
Timeless Tunes – Lose yourself in Irish melodies as traditional musicians bring their beautiful sounds to Orlando throughout the day. 
Tastes of Ireland – Take your Seven Seas Food Festival voyage to the Emerald Isle with limited time offerings like Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shamrock Sour & Green Beer

CINCO DE MAYO
May 1-5

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando with authentic music, delicious Mexican cuisine, and festive entertainment as part of our Seven Seas Food Festival.

Fiesta in the Street – The Wild Arctic Plaza comes to life as entertainers, stilt walkers, and party starters get this full-blown fiesta going.
DJ Dance Party – Get your feet moving at this fun-filled party as we spin new and old beats throughout the day.
Live Music – Immerse yourself in the traditional music of Mexico as classic bands bring their beautiful and bold sounds to Orlando.
Mexican Flavors – Savor new and classic tastes as part of our Seven Seas Food Festival including street corn, tacos al Pastor, tostada de barbacoas, Blood Orange Margaritas and delicious beer and cocktails. Plus savor the day with a special menu item- Cheese Enchiladas 12:30 p.m.– park close

Live Concerts

Every Weekend One of the festival’s biggest draws is the live concert lineup. Every weekend, you can catch performances by popular artists across different genres at the Bayside Stadium. While general admission is included with your park ticket, premium seating is available for an additional charge. Concerts are performed rain or shine and free with park admission.

There is s schedule of 27 concerts including popular artists such as Sara Evans, Shaggy, Jordin Sparks, Kansa and more. Check out the full concert lineup here.

TIP: If there is a performer you love you can upgrade starting at 19.99 to get closer to the stage! Learn more here.

Last year we were able to see the Goo Goo Dolls in concert!

Explore SeaWorld’s Attractions

In between bites and sips, don’t forget to enjoy everything else SeaWorld has to offer:

Thrill rides like Mako and Kraken
Animal encounters and shows
Interactive exhibits and entertainment

Final Thoughts

The Seven Seas Food Festival is one of our favorite annual events at SeaWorld. Whether you’re a local looking for a fun weekend activity or a visitor planning a trip to Orlando, this festival offers a perfect mix of amazing food, drinks, entertainment, and theme park fun. We find such good value in a ticket to SeaWorld and in many of the offerings for the festival. So grab your friends for a fun day sampling the world!