Trainer interacts with killer whale at SeaWorld Florida before federal ban on waterwork with the orcas. Image via Wikimedia Commons
Trainer interacts with killer whale at SeaWorld Florida before federal ban on waterwork with the orcas. Image via Wikimedia Commons

SeaWorld San Diego announced this week it will host an 11-day Lunar New Year celebration starting Jan. 20.

The marine park will be decorated festive red décor and artwork depicting monkeys, in honor of the Lunar New Year’s astrological symbol of 2016. Cultural performances such as taiko drummers, lion dancers and the new interactive dragon parade, will also be at SeaWorld.

SeaWorld guests who visit the Lunar New Year Festival area and show venues will receive a red envelope with a special gift inside.

Lunar New Year at SeaWorld dates are Jan. 30–31, Feb. 6–8, 12–15, and 20–21. All of SeaWorld’s seasonal events are included with park admission.