The festival runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from February 7 through May 5, but the concerts are limited to weekend evenings at the park’s Bayside Stadium starting at 6 p.m.
The Sesame Street Birthday Party Celebration will run on Nov. 9 and 10, featuring a special never-before-seen parade float and free mini-cupcakes for guests.
“While I may have a difference of approach, I continue to believe in SeaWorld's strategy, mission, team and prospects,” outgoing CEO Gus Antorcha said in a prepared statement.
According to SeaWorld, the ride will feature four launches — the first launch coaster in the park — starting with a backwards launch up a 93-foot-tall spike at a 100-degree angle.
British Airways Holidays announced it will no sell tickets or promote attractions that feature captive animals as part of a new "animal welfare strategy."
“It is disappointing to see Virgin Holidays succumb to pressure from animal activists who mislead and manipulate marine mammal science to advance their agendas,” said Chris Dold, chief zoological officer for SeaWorld.