SeaWorld San Diego Gives Vets Free Admission Through Veterans Day

SAN DIEGO — SeaWorld San Diego is offering military veterans and their families free admission through Veterans Day, the theme park announced.

The special offer was originally scheduled to run May 20 through July 15, but the theme park extended it due to its popularity, according to SeaWorld officials.

The theme park currently offers free admission year-round to active-duty military members through its Waves of Honor program, which SeaWorld Entertainment implemented in 2003.

"As the mother of a military veteran, I'm proud of his service and all those who served our nation," said Marilyn Hannes, SeaWorld San Diego's park president.

"As they have made countless sacrifices for us, I'm delighted to show our continued appreciation by extending our offer of free admission where they can create lifelong memories with their families and friends at the park."

Tickets must be reserved and redeemed by the Veterans Day holiday on Nov. 11, 2019. Veterans must register online at the Waves of Honor website in advance to verify their proof of service through the ID.me qualification process.

Nearly three million military members and their families have visited a SeaWorld Entertainment park for free since the program's inception, according to the company.