SeaWorld San Antonio kicks-off a new season with a marvelous line-up of three exciting new shows, musical performances and a great new admission deal for 2009! Guests will enjoy wave after wave of excitement and opportunities to make everlasting memories.

Get ready to have a splashing good time as Sesame docks at SeaWorld San Antonio's Nautilus Amphitheater with a musical production starring Big Bird and other Sesame characters. The "Big Bird's Beach Party" show is sure to have guests singing and dancing along with Sesame characters as they head to the beach for a day of fun in the sun! Come and join Big Bird and friends during spring break, March 8-19, 22 and Easter weekend, April 9-13.

Join SeaWorld for Christian Family Day on March 28. This spiritually moving day is filled with performances by well-known Christian music artists Third Day, NEEDTOBREATHE and Revive and a heavenly performance of "Praise Wave" at Shamu Theater. The show stars Shamu and companion killer whales performing to Christian music favorites. Seating for the concert is on a first-come, first-served basis.

SeaWorld guests can two-step the day away with country music, savory Texas-style barbecue and Anheuser-Busch products during the return of the Bud and Barbecue country music festival with Sara Evans, Saturday, May 2; Jessica Simpson, Saturday, May 9; and Billy Ray Cyrus, Saturday, May 16. These Country music favorites will heat up the stage and kick up the flavor leaving guests with a taste of Texas. Bud and Barbecue is included in the price of park admission.

Get ready for a rockin' beach party where it is spring break all summer long at Water Ski Stadium. "Cool Vibrations," an all-new, high-energy water ski show combines singing, dancing and daredevil skiers executing many ski elements like swivel, solo and pair skiing. Come and be part of the excitement presented May 21 through Aug. 9.

Nautilus Amphitheater transforms into a sleepy island seaport village frequented by pirate ships and those lost at sea. Guests join a crew of swashbuckling buccaneers as their captain prepares to wed his beautiful bride, only to find his nemesis is holding her hostage. This hilarious stunt show takes guests on a nautical adventure June 12 through Aug. 23.

SeaWorld doubles the fiery flare with the return of Viva La Musica, a street festival celebrating the best in Latin-themed music and cuisine. Live musical performances will add some spice to the park's Nautilus Amphitheater while aromatic foods scent the air. Join the festivities on Sept. 12, 19 and 26.