August 9th through September 2nd guests can savor five different styles of BBQ from around the U.S. plus enjoy Country, Jazz, and Blues bands throughout the park.

SAN ANTONIO, Tx., (July 23, 2024) – SeaWorld San Antonio is thrilled to premiere its Red, White and BBQ festival showcasing the best barbecue from around the country. Beginning August 9 and running through September 2, guests can enjoy BBQ styles from Kansas City, the Carolinas, Texas, Memphis and Hawaii all while strolling the park enjoying rides and animal attractions. This inaugural event is the perfect blend of food, fun and entertainment and is included in SeaWorld admission every Friday through Sunday and on Labor Day.

Mouth-Watering BBQ and Live Entertainment

Barbecue is as American as baseball and apple pie and is a deeply rooted tradition across many states and regions —each with their own grilling technique, seasonings, sauces and the variety of meats used. Red, White & BBQ will offer an impressive array of BBQ items from five different regions, cooked to mouthwatering perfection at various grills stationed throughout the park. Some of the ALL-NEW options include:

• Hickory Smoked Wagyu Beef Brisket: Smoked brisket served with Texas baked beans with onions and green chili peppers

• Short Rib: Cooked for 72 hours bone-in beef ribs served with southern-style butter beans and Texas toast

• Slow-Cooked Beef Shank Sandwich: Toasted hoagie roll served with Texas baked beans with onions and green chili peppers

• Memphis Dry Ribs: Hickory smoked baby back ribs served with creamy coleslaw

• Porchetta: A boneless pork roast served with cheddar cheese cornbread

• Huli Huli Chicken Thigh: Chicken dressed with grilled pineapples, jasmine rice and plantain chips

• Burnt End Brisket: Smoked brisket until the tips develop a charred exterior served with Jalapeno cheddar cheese cornbread 

Food enthusiasts can sample a variety of barbecue favors from around the United States with a food sampling lanyard. For just $30.99, guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 5-punch lanyard that is the perfect way to sample delicious eats. SeaWorld San Antonio Pass Members get the VIP treatment – when they purchase a 5-punch lanyard, they will receive two additional samples for free!

Not only will the barbecue festival be a feast for the tastebuds but also for the ears as the event will feature a diverse lineup of live music to enhance the festive atmosphere. Headlining the musical performances is a dynamic country band, known for their toe-tapping tunes and heartfelt country sounds. Adding a smooth and sophisticated touch is a jazz band that will bring their soulful jazz melodies and transport guests to Memphis, Tennessee. Rounding out the trio is a blues band that will infuse the event with raw emotion and electrifying rhythms, paying homage to the rich heritage of blues music. Together, these bands will create a rich variety of sounds, providing the perfect backdrop for a day of delicious barbecue and family fun. Guests are encouraged to get up and dance to these fun sounds as there will be three locations for exciting music plus line dancing throughout the day at Lone Star Lakeside Bar.

Best Way to Play All Summer Long

During the Summer Sale, guests can get up to 20% off on passes. For a limited time, guests can purchase an Annual Pass for as low as $9.99 a month and enjoy thrilling rides, festive events, and amazing animal experiences at SeaWorld. Silver, Gold, and Platinum Annual Passes are packed with benefits designed to make the park even more enjoyable all year, including up to six (6) FREE bring-a-friend tickets, VIP up-close parking, up to 50 percent off in-park discounts, FREE access to animal interactions, and much more. The 2024 Season Pass allows for visitation through the year and includes FREE parking, pass member exclusive discounts on merchandise and photos, and access to all special events. The fun and incredible value doesn’t end there. Pass members are also treated to several exclusive pass member-only perks including exclusive VIP after-hours ride time on favorite coasters, gift giveaways, Pass Member picnics, parties, and more!

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 from up-close animal encounters and year-round educational programs to award-winning marine-life-themed rides and attractions, special events, and exciting entertainment. For more than 60 years SeaWorld has advanced the conservation of marine life in and outside its parks through science, education, and exceptional animal care that is Humane Certified by American Humane and accredited by the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld is one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, helping more than 41,000 animals to date.  The SeaWorld Conservation Fund, a non-profit foundation established in 2003, has provided more than $20 million to nearly 1,400 organizations to advance critical research on every continent.  A portion of park proceeds goes toward supporting these longstanding conservation commitments. 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 us at SeaWorld.com.