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Sesame Place San Diego is kicking off its First-Annual Mardi Gras celebration beginning Friday, February 14 to Sunday, March 9 on select dates. This vibrant, family-friendly event invites guests to join in the fun with Sesame Street-themed interactive activities, carnival colors, and special performances featuring everyone’s favorite furry friends. Highlights of the Mardi Gras celebration include the dazzling Sesame Street Mardi Gras Cavalcade, an exciting Mardi Gras Mask Scavenger Hunt, and a Mardi Gras themed Dine with Elmo and Friends. Plus, visitors can enjoy Sesame Street-themed rides and attractions that are perfect for guests of all ages. For a limited time, kids ages 3 to 9 years-old can go free to the park with a paid adult ticket. For families looking for year-round fun, a Season Pass offers unlimited visits all season long with no blockout dates and can be purchased now for up to 20% off. Season Passes offer the best benefits and unbeatable savings – including free parking, discounts on food and merchandise, exclusive rewards, and more. ALL NEW! Mardi Gras Entertainment and Fun with Your Favorite Furry Friends: ALL NEW! Mardi Gras Mask Scavenger Hunt – Pick up a complimentary Mardi Gras Scavenger Hunt Map at Scavenger Hunt Headquarters and go on a special Mardi Gras themed search throughout the park. Once completed, turn the sheet in at Scavenger Hunt Headquarters to receive a special Mardi Gras prize. ALL NEW! Sesame Street Mardi Gras Cavalcade – This colorful, musical cavalcade celebrates carnival time with festively decorated floats and Sesame Street friends dressed up and ready to shine. It’s a cavalcade full of lively tunes, fancy dancing, and plenty of family fun. The floats are decked out for Mardi Gras with colors of purple, gold, and green and some of the sparkliest things ever seen. The whole family can join the party at the Sesame Street Mardi Gras Cavalcade! ALL NEW! Photos with Sesame Street Friends – Make memories and get a photo with furry friends in their Mardi Gras attire around the park! ALL NEW! Dine with Elmo & Friends – Join Elmo and more Sesame Street friends for a special Mardi Gras celebration. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal while jamming out to traditional New Orleans music and march in a mini Mardi Gras Parade! Rides and Attractions for the Whole Family During the winter season, Sesame Place invites guests to enjoy a full day of excitement with rides and attractions for all ages. From a child’s first roller coaster and a colorful carousel to an Elmo-themed rocket ship adventure, there’s something for every family member to enjoy. Plus, don’t miss the interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, featuring the iconic 123 Stoop, Big Bird’s Nest, and Oscar the Grouch’s trashcan, where Sesame Street truly comes to life! Sesame Place San Diego is located at 2052 Entertainment Circle in Chula Vista. The park is open on Saturdays and Sundays plus select additional dates during February and March. Attraction availability is subject to change without notice. For more information and to purchase tickets and Season Passes, visit https://sesameplace.com/san-diego/ For the most recent updates, guests can follow Sesame Place San Diego on Facebook and @SesamePlaceCa on Instagram .

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