{"id":262951,"date":"2026-05-08T03:10:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T03:10:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/262951\/"},"modified":"2026-05-08T03:10:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T03:10:23","slug":"seaworld-orlando-unveils-electric-ocean-summer-lineup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/262951\/","title":{"rendered":"SeaWorld Orlando unveils Electric Ocean summer lineup"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 SeaWorld Orlando will launch its Electric Ocean summer event beginning June 12. The event features new nighttime animal shows, a Cirque Spectacular, DJ dance parties, and a new drone and fireworks finale.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Electric Ocean is part of SeaWorld Orlando\u2019s biggest lineup of summer attractions, events and animal encounters. The event brings back nighttime animal shows and introduces an all-new drone and fireworks show after sunset.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Jon Peterson, president of SeaWorld Orlando, highlighted the extensive offerings. \u201cThis summer, there are so many reasons to visit SeaWorld Orlando. Electric Ocean is bigger and better than ever and we are introducing three nighttime animal presentations featuring our orcas, sea lions and dolphins,\u201d Peterson said. \u201cGuests will experience powerful animal connections by day and a full lineup of electrifying nighttime entertainment\u2014from immersive presentations to a breathtaking drone and fireworks finale\u2014that transforms the park after dark.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Beginning June 12, three nighttime animal presentations will debut. \u201cShamu Celebration: Light Up The Night\u201d will feature orcas with vibrant lighting, music and high-energy choreography. \u201cSea Lions Tonite\u201d will showcase SeaWorld\u2019s sea lions in a performance with laughs, personality and fast-paced comedy. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">\u201cDolphins: Touch the Sky\u201d will feature bottlenose dolphins with storytelling and an energetic soundtrack.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The new \u201cHydro Surge: Cirque Spectacular Show\u201d is a cirque show taking place in the air-conditioned Nautilus Theater. It includes high-energy acrobatics, dynamic dancers and a live drummer. Guests can also join \u201cClub SeaGlow,\u201d a family-friendly DJ dance party at Bayside Stadium. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This event features a DJ spinning dance music, dancers and high-energy atmospheric acts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">SeaWorld Orlando will debut an all-new drone spectacle. Hundreds of synchronized drones will form glowing sea creatures, rolling waves and luminous ocean scenes set to the pulse of \u201cFeeling Electric.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This drone show will lead into \u201cIgnite,\u201d SeaWorld\u2019s signature fireworks finale. Ignite returns with an enhanced blend of fireworks, fountains, lighting and music. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This 360-degree celebration will be visible from multiple vantage points around the park\u2019s central lake, including Bayside Stadium and the Waterfront.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">This summer, SeaWorld Orlando will also open \u201cExpedition Odyssey: Fire &amp; Ice,\u201d where guests join a scientific mission exploring forces that shape extreme environments. The park will also debut another new animal presentation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">Further details and opening dates for \u201cExpedition Odyssey: Fire &amp; Ice\u201d and the new animal presentation are expected.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\">The event features new nighttime animal shows, a Cirque Spectacular, DJ dance parties, and a new drone and fireworks finale.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-tl066j-0 eJzHXc body-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wftv.com\/mobile-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" title=\"https:\/\/www.wftv.com\/mobile-apps\">Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. 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