Military members can get free SeaWorld tickets thanks to the Waves of Honor program!
Through June 17, veterans, veterans, and honorably discharged officers and enlisted personnel can get up to four free tickets to SeaWorld parks for themselves and up to three guests through the Waves of Honor program!
To get free tickets, you can register with ID.Me to verify your veteran status and see available offers. (This product cannot be purchased on site.)
Many parks offer additional savings to all military members year-round. Continue reading to learn more about the Waves of Honor program.
Learn more about the Waves of Honor program…
Which locations offer SeaWorld military tickets through the Waves of Honor program?
There are currently 10 parks participating in this amazing program. Not only do they offer free Waves of Honor tickets, but they also offer other deals like military passes for active duty military and free or discounted tickets for veterans!
Each location has specific requirements to redeem benefits. You and your family may be required to show military identification, so read the fine print carefully before driving to the park.
Some parks also offer special annual and seasonal military passes.
In addition to free one-time tickets, many parks offer special discounted military passes. This pass is offered at an affordable price and provides unlimited entry to the park and public parking. Some parks allow military and veterans to purchase a certain amount of passes for their families!
These passes cannot be purchased at the gate, so we recommend purchasing them in advance by visiting the Waves of Honor website to check government eligibility.
Here’s the scoop on each location and the deals they offer:
SeaWorld Orlando
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Any U.S. active duty military member, active or training reserve, National Guard, or veteran is eligible for one free admission per year to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Sesame Place Philadelphia and up to three members of their immediate family.
Military members, veterans and up to five guests can also receive a 50% discount on SeaWorld Orlando one-day tickets (limit of six).
SeaWorld and Aquatica Orlando Military Silver Annual Pass: This pass costs $161 and includes unlimited visits and regular parking at both parks for 12 months. There is a limit of six passes per soldier.
SeaWorld San Antonio
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Military members, veterans and up to three immediate dependents receive one free admission to SeaWorld San Diego. This benefit also applies to all active-duty U.S. military, active-duty or training reserve, and National Guard members, redeemable through December 31, 2026.
Free veterans tickets must be earned by May 17th and used by June 30th.
Military Silver Annual Pass: This pass grants active military and veterans unlimited visits to parks and public parking for 12 months. You can purchase up to six military passes per soldier to share with your family. See website for prices.
SeaWorld San Diego
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Military members, veterans and up to three immediate dependents receive one free admission to SeaWorld San Diego. This benefit also applies to all active-duty U.S. military, active-duty or training reserve, and National Guard members, redeemable through December 31, 2026.
Free veterans tickets must be earned by May 17th and used by June 30th.
Military Silver Annual Pass: This pass grants active military and veterans unlimited visits to parks and public parking for 12 months for just $113 per pass. You can purchase up to six military passes per soldier to share with your family.
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Any U.S. active duty military member, activated or training reserve member, or National Guard member is eligible to receive one free admission per year to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Sesame Place for the member of the military and up to three immediate family members.
Military and veterans receive 50% off one-day tickets to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for themselves and up to five companions!
Military Silver Annual Pass: This pass gives active-duty military and veterans unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island, along with in-park discounts, standard parking and more for 12 months.
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Military members or veterans and up to three immediate dependents are eligible for one free admission per year to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, or Sesame Place. Registration and redemption dates vary by park.
Active Duty Military One-Day Discount Ticket: Active-duty military members can receive discounts on up to six tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. These items must be purchased online and used at the park within six months of purchase.
Busch Gardens & Water Country USA Discount Unlimited Membership: This pass grants active-duty military members and their families unlimited visits to parks, water parks, and public parking lots until January 1, 2027. This includes special events like Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town. Visit their website to check status and find out prices.
One free Waves of Honor ticket: All U.S. active-duty military members, active or training reserve members, National Guard members, veterans, and up to three immediate family members are eligible for one free admission per year to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, or Sesame Place Philadelphia. Offer is valid until December 31st.
Sesame Place Philadelphia Military Silver Pass: The pass gives active-duty military and veterans unlimited visits to parks and public parking until January 3, 2027. Visit their website to check status and find out prices.
Sesame Place San Diego
Active military and veterans may purchase up to four discounted day tickets for use during the 2026 park season.
SeaWorld & Aquatica Orlando Military Silver Pass: Active-duty military and veterans and their families can use a discounted annual pass to enjoy unlimited visits to SeaWorld, Aquatica Orlando and regular parking for just $139 for 12 months (normally $234). There is a limit of six passes per soldier.
One free Waves of Honor ticket: Any active duty U.S. military member, active or training reserve, National Guard, or veteran is eligible to receive one free admission per year to SeaWorld San Antonio and Aquatica San Antonio for the military member and up to three immediate family members.
Military guests must register online, print a ticket and visit by December 31, and veteran guests must register online, print a ticket and visit by May 17 through June 30, 2026.
Military Silver Annual Pass: Provides active duty military or veterans and their families with unlimited visits to SeaWorld San Antonio and regular parking for 12 months.
Waves of Honor Discount Tickets: Active duty military, National Guard, active duty or training reservists and up to three immediate family members are eligible for discounted tickets to Discovery Cove Day Resort and Signature Dolphin Swim Package.
Veteran Discount: Former military members and up to three guests receive discounted rates on Discovery Cove admission and the Signature Dolphin Swim Package.
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