Sesame Street Philadelphia will open four new attractions this season

Sesame Place Philadelphia, the first theme park in the United States based entirely on the show “Sesame Street,” will unveil several new attractions on May 27, 2023. The park will have a splashy celebration with the addition of Bert & Ernie’s Splashy Shores and Big Bird’s Beach. Also, an all-new, Small Talk with Big Bird meet-and-greet experience debuts Memorial Day weekend.

Conveniently located 30 minutes from Philadelphia, Sesame Place Philadelphia is ideal for families with kids of all ages, with more than 25 Sesame Street-themed attractions, entertaining character shows and parades, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, and everyone’s favorite furry friends. In addition, Sesame Place Philadelphia was the first theme park in the world to become a Certified Autism Center.

Big Bird’s Beach, previously known as Twiddlebug Land, has been transformed and creatively updated into a new tropical-themed land. Guests can enjoy exciting water slides, a family-friendly wave pool, a refreshing splash and spray area, and shaded seating areas. Newly updated attractions in this area include Elmo’s Surf ‘n’ Slide, Abby’s Splash & Spray Garden, Rosita’s Seaside Slides, and Little Bird’s Bay. The recently-renovated Big Bird’s Beach Cabanas will also be available for purchase to make the day extra relaxing.

Grand opening ceremony at Sesame Street Philadelphia

The grand opening will include music, VIP giveaways, and, of course, Sesame Street characters:

• Grand Opening Ceremony – At 10:30 a.m., guests are invited to gather at the entryway of Big Bird’s Beach to introduce the new attractions officially. After the ceremony, guests can splish, splash, spray, and play at Bert & Ernie’s Splashy Shores and Big Bird’s Beach.
• Splashtastic Beach Bash – Directly following the Grand Opening Ceremony, guests can visit Sesame Island to move and groove to summer tunes while enjoying bubbly fun at this bubble-filled dance party until noon.
• Duck Drop – Just after the Grand Opening Ceremony until noon, guests can win amazing prizes in this game of chance. Prizes include Sesame Cash and Sesame Street-themed merchandise. Prizes will be one per guest while supplies last.
• Small Talk with Big Bird – Guests can visit Big Bird’s nest for a brand-new enhanced meet & greet experience with Sesame Street’s tallest feathered friend throughout the day.

• Meet & Greets – Guests can meet and take photos with some of their favorite Sesame Street friends in their new beach outfits.
• VIP Giveaways – Guests will receive a welcome lei upon entry to the park. Season pass members can visit Sesame Studio Theater between 2: 00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. to receive a complimentary Cookie Monster towel. The giveaways will be one per guest on a first-come, first-served basis.  
• Splashtacular Treat – On May 27, guests can stop by Cookie Monster’s Funnel Cakes & More for a refreshing, event-only Splashy Seas Blue Lemonade.

Also, the “C is For Celebrate” fireworks will light up the sky on Sunday, May 28, at 9:00 p.m.

Welcome to the Party!

This summer, the park will also introduce a new show, “Welcome to the Party!” In the show, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, Grover, and Rosita want to put on a show to welcome their new friends to Sesame Street. With the help of some new friends, like Elmo’s adorable puppy Tango, our Sesame Street pals realize that by working together, they can put on the biggest, most spectacular welcome show. Guests can catch “Welcome to the Party!” beginning Saturday, June 24, at Abby’s Paradise Theater.

Season Pass Sale at Sesame Street Philadelphia

Through Sunday, May 7, 2023, guests can save up to 50% on season passes. Season pass members enjoy unlimited access to the park with benefits including free tickets, exclusive meet & greets with everyone’s favorite furry friends, discounted food and merchandise, exciting events, and early access to water attractions throughout the summer. Benefits vary depending on the level of pass purchases. For more information, please visit Sesame Street Philadelphia’s website.