By Gary Symons
TLL Editor in Chief
SeaWorld and The Pinkfong Company are teaming up for a fintastic celebration marking a decade of the beloved children’s character Baby Shark.
The collaboration will bring exclusive live character interactions, themed attractions, and the premiere of a brand-new Baby Shark music video to SeaWorld parks across the country.
Starting April 18, Baby Shark and friends will swim through all three SeaWorld locations, beginning in San Diego before heading to Orlando for the summer on June 30 and finally splashing down in San Antonio for the fall on September 11. Fans of all ages can dive into a limited-time experience featuring live character meet-and-greets, themed food and merchandise, and a national sweepstakes offering a chance to win a family getaway.
A Jawsome Collaboration
“We are excited to team up with The Pinkfong Company to bring the fun of Baby Shark to life in our parks, pairing education with entertainment in engaging and fun ways,” said Marc Swanson, CEO of United Parks & Entertainment. “This collaboration allows us to connect with families in a new, unique, and memorable way while also reinforcing our mission of marine life conservation.”
“For 10 years, Baby Shark has brought joy to families around the world, and we’re thrilled to celebrate this milestone with SeaWorld,” added Bin Jeong, CEO of Pinkfong USA. “This collaboration creates unforgettable experiences that bring Baby Shark’s world to life in a whole new way.”
As part of the celebration, SeaWorld and Pinkfong will debut a brand-new, two-minute animated music video on April 30. In the video, Baby Shark and Pinkfong visit SeaWorld as veterinarians, assisting in the care of baby animals, including rescued sea turtles rehabilitated by the SeaWorld Rescue Team. The video highlights the theme park’s ongoing conservation efforts, emphasizing the importance of marine life rescue and rehabilitation.
The video will be available in both English and Spanish on Pinkfong’s YouTube channel as well as SeaWorld’s social media platforms.
In addition to the new video and in-park celebrations, fans can enter a national sweepstakes for a chance to win exclusive Baby Shark merchandise and tickets to visit SeaWorld parks. Special food and merchandise offerings will be available throughout the event, ensuring visitors can take home a piece of the underwater fun.
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