Sesame Place San Diego Ends 2025 Season, Shifts to Seasonal Schedule

Sesame Place San Diego, a children's theme park in Chula Vista, announced it will close for the remainder of 2025 and transition to a seasonal schedule, reopening in spring 2026. The decision surprised and upset many families and season pass holders, especially those who had planned visits for popular holiday events like Halloween and Christmas. The park stated the change aims to concentrate operations during its most popular times to enhance guest experience. To compensate, season pass holders are being offered complimentary SeaWorld Fun Cards for unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Diego through the rest of the year, while single-day ticket holders can reschedule, switch to SeaWorld tickets, or receive refunds. Many visitors expressed frustration over the short notice and disruption of travel plans, with some criticizing the lack of prior communication and employee treatment. Sesame Place San Diego, which opened in 2022 as the West Coast's only Sesame Street-themed park, continues to offer rides, shows, and character interactions during its operational season.