Sesame Place Media Fact Sheet - Spring/Summer 2013

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1 Contact: Susan Godfrey Sesame Place (O) (C) Sesame Place Media Fact Sheet - Spring/Summer 2013 Sesame Place is the only theme park based entirely on Sesame Street. The park blends the character and spirit of the award-winning TV show with exciting rides, exhilarating water slides, captivating shows and furry friends. Guests can dance and sing along with some of the world s best-loved characters in the Neighborhood Street Party parade. Kids will laugh and learn at the three shows featured throughout the park. At Sesame Place, guests can celebrate the holiday seasons too. The Count s Halloween Spooktacular is a not-so-scary good time for all ages and the park is transformed into a winter wonderland during Sesame Place s A Very Furry Christmas celebration. Visitors are invited to join the fun and celebrate being a kid or being a kid again. Sesame Place is located 30 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes south of New York City. For more information visit SesamePlace.com. General Information 2013 Admission Charges (Rates are per person unless otherwise noted) Full priced one day Admission Elmo Ticket Children 23 months and younger Seniors (55+) AAA Walkup Discount (with valid card) Twilight Ticket (6/24 9/2) $60.99 (plus tax) $60.99 (plus tax) FREE $55.99 (plus tax) $57.99 (plus tax) $45.99 (plus tax) Sesame Season Pass $96.99 plus tax A Sesame Season Pass includes unlimited admission to Sesame Place during the regular 2013 season. Season Pass members also receive 30% off food and merchandise at Sesame Place! Purchase a Sesame Season Pass for 6 monthly payments of $16.17 plus tax. Offer ends June 30, 2013.

2 Big Bird Season Pass $ plus tax A Big Bird Season Pass includes all the benefits of a Sesame Season Pass, as well as free general parking, meet and greets with the Sesame Street Characters, and discounts on single-day tickets to Sesame Place for family and friends. Also includes 50% discount on single-day admission to SeaWorld (FL, CA, TX), Busch Gardens (VA, FL), Aquatica SeaWorld s Waterpark (FL, TX, CA), Adventure Island (FL) and Water Country USA (VA) through their regular 2013 operating seasons. Purchase a Big Bird Season Pass for 6 monthly payments of $22.83 plus tax. Offer ends June 30, Super Grover Season Pass $ plus tax A Super Grover Season Pass includes all the benefits of a Big Bird Season Pass, as well as free preferred parking, ride again privileges and unlimited admission to SeaWorld, Aquatica Seaworld s Waterpark, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island and Water Country USA Parks through their regular 2013 operating seasons. Purchase a Super Grover Season Pass for 6 monthly payments of $35.33 plus tax. Offer ends June 30, Group Rates** Early Bird Special Rates Booked by April 30, 2013 April 27 June 23 September 6 October 27 Booked After April 30, 2012 April 27 June 23 September 6 October 27 Summer Group Rates June 24 September 3 Monday - Thursday Friday Sunday Walk-Up Group Rates $23.00 (includes tax) $23.00 (includes tax) $25.00 (includes tax) $25.00 (includes tax) $30.00 (includes tax) $39.00 (includes tax) $53.49 (minimum 15 paid tickets) **Discounts available for groups of 15 or more guests. Prepaid Group Rates (minimum 15 guests required with 14 day advance payment). One complimentary ticket per 10 paid group tickets (excludes walk-up groups). For information or to make a reservation, call GO-4-ELMO. Calendar of Events Spring/Summer 2013 MAY May 4 & 5 Caillou s Musical Playdate Growing up is not so tough, especially with a friend like Caillou! The irresistible 4 year old is always up for an adventure and has the most a unique way of looking at the world. Join Caillou, his little sister Rosie, and their loveable cat Gilbert in Caillou s Musical Playdate. This interactive live show is packed with dancing and sing-a-long songs that are guaranteed fun for all!

3 May 5 Rosita's Cinco De Mayo Party All new in 2013, join the fiesta and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Rosita and everyone s favorite Sesame Street friends. Celebrate Mexican culture with festive food and lively dancing at Rosita s Cinco de Mayo Party! May 11 & 12 Imagination Movers Live in Concert Ranked as one of the most well-attended family concerts, the blue-jumpsuit-clad boys are currently riding out a wave of success from their latest CD/DVD, Rock-O-Matic, containing dance-hall-ready songs like the ska-inspired Everybody Sing and Dear Old Dad. The Movers sing about messy rooms, healthy snacks, sibling rivalry and other topics that relate to being a little kid. Their musical style, however, would sound right at home on a weekly MTV countdown. Join Rich Collins, Scott Durbin, Dave Poche and Scott Smitty Smith this May at Sesame Place! May 12 Mother s Day Celebration As a mom, there is nothing better than seeing your children smile! Top off a fun-filled day at Sesame Place with a Mother s Day Celebration this May. Enjoy a delicious meal, singing, and dancing. Sit back and relax this Mother s Day and let your loveable Sesame Street friends take care of the entertaining! Remember, Moms eat free with the purchase of each child s meal! May 18 & 19 Cookie Monster s Me Love Talented Kids Weekend Sesame Place would like to invite your dance team, band, choir, cheerleading squad, drill teams or other performance group to join our prestigious team of talented kids for Cookie Monster's Me Love Talented Kids Weekend. Your kids will feel the excitement as they entertain thousands of guests at Sesame Place. Participation in Cookie Monster Weekend will be one of the most memorable performances of their careers and an experience they will never forget! May 18 & 19 Max & Ruby s Musical Playdate Celebrate the universal nature of sibling relationships in Max & Ruby s Musical Playdate. Max & Ruby never quite want the same thing and their plans always collide with hilarious results. Featuring upbeat and original songs, this Playdate is sure to have the whole audience singing and hopping along! May 19 Super Grover s Super Hero Party Dress your kids in their capes and join Super Grover for a soaring good time, delicious meal and an action packed dinner full of singing, dancing and loads of fun. May 26 Memorial Day BBQ Come celebrate Memorial Day with everyone s favorite Sesame Street friends! Enjoy an open air, traditional holiday BBQ in Big Bird s Riverside Pavilion! After a fun-filled dinner, enjoy a spectacular fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Memorial Day weekend truly memorable. May 26 Memorial Day Weekend Fireworks The night sky will sparkle at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Memorial Day weekend truly memorable.

4 JUNE June 1 & 2 Laurie Berkner The You & Me Tour Best-selling, award-winning children s recording artist Laurie Berkner has been a professional musician for 20 years. Dubbed the queen of children s music by critics, Laurie is widely acknowledged to be the modern matriarch of kindie rock. Laurie was the first recording artist ever to perform in music videos on Nick Jr. and can now be seen on Sprout s new series Sing It, Laurie! Get ready to sing and dance with Laurie Berkner when she takes The You & Me Tour to Sesame Place in June! June 1 & 2 Oscar s Very Grouchy Birthday Party Calling all grouches! Oscar wants to celebrate his Very Grouchy Birthday with all of you. Get ready to sing, dance and dine with everyone s favorite Sesame Street friends as they celebrate Oscar and all things grouchy. Enjoy a buffet meal and dirt dessert that only a grouch could love. June 8 & 9 Sprout Weekend with Chica and Angelina Ballerina Join Chica from The Sunny Side Up Show and Angelina Ballerina from Sprout for a fun-filled weekend at Sesame Place. Enjoy a pre-show featuring Chica and a host from The Sunny Side Up Show. Then, stay in Monster Rock Theater for a ballet performance with Angelina Ballerina. A little star with big dreams, watch Angelina delight the crowd with pirouettes, pliés and grandes jetées as she inspires her fans to pursue and achieve their dreams through hard work and perseverance. June 9 Abby Cadabby s Fairy Dance Party Shine up those fairy wings and wands and get ready for a magical celebration at Abby Cadabby s Fairy Dance Party. Sing and dance with all of your favorite Sesame Street friends and enjoy a buffet meal, party favors and themed desserts sure to please each of your fairies in training! June 15 & 16 A Care Bear s Dance Party Sing and dance along with the cuddly Care Bears as they teach the importance of caring for others and sharing special feelings. Join Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Share Bear and Grumpy Bear for an adorable dance party at Sesame Place. June 16 Father s Day Celebration Calling all super fun Dads! Spend this Father s Day with all of your favorite Sesame Street friends! Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet and celebrate what being a dad is all about making your kids smile! And to top it all off, Dads eat free with the purchase of each child s meal. June 21 Season Pass Member Party The park is exclusively open to 2013 Sesame, Big Bird and Super Grover Season Pass Members from 8:00p.m. - 10:00p.m., complete with live DJ and kids' dance party. Be sure to pick up your wristband upon entrance to the park to remain after hours for the party. July 4 Fourth of July BBQ Come celebrate Independence Day with everyone s favorite Sesame Street friends! Enjoy an open air, traditional holiday BBQ in Big Bird s Riverside Pavilion! After a fun-filled dinner, enjoy a spectacular fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music, making the festivities on 4th of July truly memorable. JULY

5 July 4 Fourth of July Fireworks The night sky will sparkle at Sesame Place, with a spectacular fireworks show, set to Sesame Street music, making the festivities on Independence Day truly memorable. July Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve Follow the musical adventures of Disney Jr. s hip-hop singer, train station manager Genevieve Goings and her dancing, beatboxing engineer DC as they entertain kids while performing soulful and current renditions of the ABCs and 1-2-3s. July 26 Bert s Birthday Bash Celebrate pigeons, paper clips, oatmeal and argyle socks with everyone s Sesame Street pal, Bert! Join Bert in Doin The Pigeon as everyone sings, dances and enjoys a Sesame Street style birthday celebration. Delight in an open air buffet meal and take away a celebratory party favor for each child. AUGUST August 24 Back-to-School Bash Summer fun isn t over yet! Enjoy a Back-To-School Bash with everyone s favorite Sesame Street friends. Celebrate the start of a new school year with singing, dancing and a BBQ-style meal in Big Bird s Riverside Pavilion. A quick cure for those back-to-school blues. Sesame Place Gifts Shops & Merchandise Carts A variety of Sesame Street and Sesame Place branded gift items and clothing, including bathing suits and water shoes, are available in our shops. Finders Keepers Conveniently located at the park turnstiles, this shop has everything you need to start and finish your day at Sesame Place. Mr. Hooper s Emporium Located in the center of the park, Mr. Hooper s Emporium showcases our largest selection of Sesame Street merchandise, from adult apparel to toddler toys. Trader Bert s Treasures Located next to Monster Rock Theater, you will find a great assortment of sunny day supplies, such as bathing suits and beach towels. ATM Located inside. Oscar s Garage Located on Main Street along the parade route, Oscar s Garage offers fun novelty items such as accessories for your children at very reasonable prices (most gifts are $15 and under). Abby s Surf Shop Forgot the sunscreen, a towel, or flip flops? Don't worry! Abby's Surf Shop has all the things you will need to enjoy the most of your summer day! Merchandise Carts Located throughout the park, our merchandise carts offer great gifts, snacks, and park essentials such as cameras, towels, sun care products and more to make your day memorable.

6 Photo Opportunities Get your picture taken with a furry friend by one of our photographers throughout the park. Your photos are available at Smile with Me and Front Gate Photo. Personalized photos of your Vapor Trail roller coaster experience are also available. Dining Options Dine With Me! Our indoor restaurant for reservation-only dining with characters -- offering breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. Call GO-4-ELMO for more information. Big Bird s Riverside Pavilion - This covered facility located inside the park, has seating for up to 210 guests and provides a spacious, private picnic area reserved for special catering events. For more information on how you can take advantage of this facility, contact the Group Sales Office at GO-4-ELMO. Cookie s Café From the Cookie Monster cupcakes, to the blue Jell-O and the Cookie Monster decorations, everything is Cookie-themed at Cookie s Café. Featuring a wide variety of wholesome, healthy and delicious dining options from southwest chicken salad and sandwiches, to BBQ brisket cheeseburgers and turkey club sandwiches there s something for everyone at Cookie s Café. As Cookie would say, nom, nom nom! Elmo s Eatery - Our largest restaurant located behind the Sunny Day Carousel with indoor and patio table seating. Elmo s Eatery has a variety of menu items including freshly prepared pizzas, BBQ pork sandwiches, and chicken parmesan paninis. Captain Ernie s Bistro - Located next to Trader Bert s Gift Shop with outdoor patio table seating. Menu choices include freshly prepared pizzas, fresh hummus plate and cheeseburgers. Grover s Island Grille - Serving Philadelphia favorites like Philly Cheese steaks and Hot Dogs! Along with new menu items, there is a wide variety of sweet treats to please every palate. Picnics - Sesame Place does not allow guests to bring coolers larger than 12 x10 x10 or picnic lunches inside the park. Picnic areas are available for guests outside the park, located adjacent to the Preferred Parking lot. If you leave the park to enjoy a picnic lunch, please have your hand stamped for re-admittance to the park. NEW THIS SEASON!! Sesame Place opened Elmo s Lunch Box Stop, located in Elmo s Eatery, which offers box lunches that must be purchased on-line in advance, allowing families more time to enjoy the attractions and shows in the park. In May, Sesame Place is also adding a food truck to its street, giving guests an even greater variety of quick-dining choices. Character Dining Experiences A variety of special dining events are offered to guests at an additional fee. Reservations are required and space is limited. Children under 2 are free. For reservations and complete information, please visit or call GO-4-ELMO. Park admission ticket is required.

7 Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner with Elmo and Friends - Dining with Elmo and Friends is more than just a meal, it's an unforgettable event! Sesame Street friends mingle and pose for photos, while guests enjoy a delicious buffet in Sesame Place s popular Dine with Me! Restaurant. Guests who book an 8:45 AM Breakfast with Elmo and Friends can enjoy early access (9:30 AM) to Vapor Trail, Sky Splash, Slimey's Chutes, Teeny Tiny Tidal Wave and Silly Sand Slides. Cookie s Country Breakfast - Eggs, potatoes, sausage, biscuits, cereal and Cookie! Guests can start the day with this hearty fare of down-home cookin, hosted by America s favorite foodie, Cookie Monster. Big Bird's Riverside Pavilion (outdoors) is the setting for this delicious breakfast buffet complete with some hand-clappin entertainment as well. Big Bird s Backyard BBQ Dinner - Get ready to enjoy the delicious tastes of summer when you choose to dine at Big Bird s Backyard BBQ Dinner. There are wonderful buffet selections just for kids and menu items perfect for parents too. Dinner is held outdoors at Big Bird s Riverside Pavilion so you can enjoy the beautiful weather while you eat between visits with some favorite furry and feathered friends! Sweet Treats with Cookie Monster and Abby Cadabby - Guests enjoy tasty after-dinner treats along with hugs, kisses and pictures with Cookie Monster and Abby Cadabby! Held in Dine with Me! Attractions, Play Elements and Activities Dry Attractions Elmo s World - Has four exciting rides! Ride a flyin fish, wiggle though a garden of giggles, soar through the clouds and ride into space. It s Elmo s World. We just play in it. Blast off Strap yourself into a UFO and ride through the stars to Planet Elmo. Launch into laughter as you bounce up to the sky and back down to earth. (42 tall to ride unless accompanied by a supervising companion 14 or older. No hand-held infants.) Flyin Fish You and a friend can hop on the fins of an Elmo fish as it swims its way up and down through an imaginary ocean. (48 tall to ride or accompanied by a supervising companion 14 or older. No hand-held infants.) Peek-A-Bug Spin and slide from side to side on the back of a beaming bug in the garden where Elmo plays. (42 tall to ride unless accompanied by a supervising companion 14 or over. No hand-held infants.) Elmo s Cloud Chaser- Join Elmo for a spin up into the sky, where the clouds are as close as their imagination. (42 tall to ride alone. No hand-held infants) Vapor Trail - Sure to be a favorite for everyone, Vapor Trail is the action-packed steel roller coaster at Sesame Place. This adventure transports guests on a one-of-a-kind twisting, turning mission to the outer limits of the solar system. (All riders must be 3 years of age or older. To ride alone, must be at least 44 tall and a minimum of 7 years of age.)

8 1-2-3 Smile with Me! - Sesame Place s interactive area where you can take photos and share a hug with Big Bird, Abby Cadabby, and Elmo. Big Bird s Balloon Race - a 40-foot high balloon tower ride carries guests in one of eight balloon baskets to a bird s-eye view of the park. Choose a favorite Sesame Street character basket and get ready to soar high into the sky. (42 tall to ride alone. No hand-held infants. Fits up to four riders per basket.) Big Bird s Court - This play area features activities designed especially for the preschool set. Little ones will enjoy Big Bird s Nest, a vinyl sea of foam padding with soft blocks while surrounded by others their own age and skill level. Cookie Mountain - Children try to scale this bright blue vinyl cone mountain that seems to reach the sky as they climb, slip, slide and have fun. (Must be 44 and under.) Ernie s Bed Bounce - Huge, springy yellow air mattress is perfect for jumping and leaping. (Must be 44 and under.) Grover s World Twirl - a character-themed teacup ride that turns round and round fast or slow, where it stops, nobody knows. (42 tall to ride unless accompanied by a supervising companion 14 year or older. No hand-held infants.) Monster Maze - The Monster Maze challenges the whole family to power through a forest of lightweight punching bags. Push them out of the way and back they come. Mix n Match Twiddle Tracks - Designed especially for smaller children, Twiddle Tracks is a kid-powered railroad. Nets n Climbs - Hundreds of yards of cargo netting reaching three stories high connected by 200 feet of suspended net tunnels challenge children and parents alike. This play element makes climbing, crawling and discovering one s own abilities possible in a safe environment. Sesame Neighborhood - This popular attraction is a full-size, outdoor re-creation of the classic Sesame Street television stage show set, where children can interact with some of their favorite Sesame Street friends. Sesame Playhouse- This area is filled with the newest challenging games of skill, offering fun and exciting prizes. Guests young and old can play for as little or as long as desired to earn and trade up for prizes. A separate fee is required to play. Silly Sand Slide Squirm your way to the top and then enjoy a fun ride down one of the slides on this ride recommend for children under 7 years of age. Snuffy s Slides - It s kids-only fun on this double slide down to the bottom. It s a cute, colorful, carousel ride that's perfect for anyone who likes a good go-round. (Must be 12 years of age or under.) Sunny Day Carousel - It s a cute, colorful, carousel ride that's perfect for anyone who likes a good go-round. (All riders must be at least 42 tall, or accompanied by a supervising companion.)

9 Wet Attractions The Count s Splash Castle The Count s Splash Castle, a multi-level interactive water play attraction that offers exciting hands on entertainment for the entire family to enjoy. The attraction features over ninety play elements including a one-thousand gallon 8ft tipping bucket, multiple water slides, valves, levers, water curtains, bridges, hydro blasters, bubbler jets, bongos, hose jets, water wheels and much more. (Children under five years old must be accompanied by a supervising companion.) Big Bird s Rambling River - This ever-popular attraction is a relaxing, fun-filled water adventure that is perfect for kids and adults. Guests leisurely float in inner-tubes along a 1,000-foot waterway throughout Sesame Island past bubbling, swirling waters, under palm trees with water-filled tipping coconuts, through waterfalls and spraying geysers. (All ages. Children may share a tube with adults. Life vests supplied.) Bert & Ernie s Slip & Slide features two intertwining body flumes that lead to a splash pool finale. (All riders must be 42 or taller) Slippery Slopes take individual riders down one of four 75-foot slides into a splash pool. (All riders must be 42 or taller) Ernie s Waterworks is a fun filled interactive water adventure. Young adventurers will love to frolic in fun fountains and crawl through the water-spraying mazes, especially in hot weather. (Recommended for children 7 years and younger and adults) Sesame Streak - Single or double riders are carried down two twisting chutes, ending their journey in a splash pool. The Streak is designed for parents and young children to experience together in double tubes. (Riders must be at least 36 to ride. Children must be accompanied by a supervising companion.) Sky Splash - Sky Splash, one of the most popular attractions at Sesame Place, allows up to six guests to ride together in a large raft-like tube. Riders glide under an array of whimsical oversized toys, such as an 8-foot Rubber Duckie, giant Tinker Toys and much more. Rising more than 6 stories, this exhilarating ride provides thrills and surprises every moment, taking riders from gentle sky ponds with whirlpool-like jet streams to accelerator slides with speeds up to 20 feet per second, culminating with a final plunge into a pool of water. (Max. 4 adults. No infants. Life vests supplied.) Slimey s Chutes - A family favorite, Slimey s Chutes (named for Oscar the Grouch s best friend, Slimey) is a yellow and white double slide inner-tube ride ideal for young children. (No infants) Teeny Tiny Tidal Waves - Located in Twiddlebug Land, this 10,000-square-foot wave pool is under the watchful eye of a 16-foot-tall Ernie. This wave pool is ideal for younger children as the maximum depth does not exceed 24 inches. (All ages) Shows & Parades Elmo Rocks! It's a Rock 'n Roll sunny day at Sesame Place with the hilarious musical show, Elmo Rocks! Starring Elmo with Zoe, Cookie Monster, Bert and Ernie, the audience will be captivated by the transformation of the Sesame cast into "The Rockin' Elmo Band!" Children and their families will love dancing and singing along with this high energy rock n roll show.

10 Let s Play Together! Come and have a play date with your Sesame Street friends when you see this popular show all about Friendship! Chock full of fun times, Let s Play Together! will always bring back warm memories especially when the audience gets into the action! In this show, join Elmo, Cookie Monster, Grover, Rosita, Bert, Ernie, and of course Abby Cadabby, as they play, sing, and dance while learning all about the wonderful things that friends do together. Elmo s World Live Show - Join Elmo, Mr. Noodle and Dorothy as they explore the concept of dance. This interactive show encourages audience participation as children help Elmo learn about what can and cannot dance and the many different types of dance. Everyone will be invited to dance and sing along as Elmo demonstrates different dances from the wild and wacky, to the just plain fun. Filled with songs, surprises, and special effects, Elmo s World Live will transport Sesame guests to Elmo s world of make believe. Neighborhood Street Party Parade - Move & groove with everyone s favorite furry friends when our parade marches down Sesame Street. Learn about letters, numbers & friendship in three street-stopping performances that include 11 larger-than-life floats. On select dates throughout the summer, the parade is transformed with lights. During nighttime performances, the parade route is illuminated and The Neighborhood Street Party Night Parade lights up the sky. Helpful Information Access for the Disabled - Sesame Place is accessible to guests with disabilities. Here at Sesame Place we are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment to all our guests. A Guest Accessibility Guide is available at the Welcome Center located inside the park entrance. It is intended to supplement the Sesame Place park map, which contains additional park information and an entertainment schedule. First Aid - A registered nurse/emt is on duty at First Aid, located next to the Sesame Café. Dress Code -Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn for all activities. We recommend skidresistant water shoes, swimwear and one complete change of clothing. Swim diapers are mandatory for diaper wearing children to participate on water attractions. Swim diapers and water shoes can be purchase at Sesame Place. Diaper Changing Areas - Changing stations are located in all restrooms. Credit Cards and ATM - Sesame Place honors Visa, MasterCard, Discover, JCB and American Express credit cards for admission tickets, purchases in gift shops and at select food locations. There are automatic U.S. Bank teller machines (ATMs) on the premises. Rentals Lockers can be rented for the day. Lockers are $17.92 plus a $4 deposit. Deposit is refunded upon return of locker key Strollers can be rented for the day. Strollers are $18.00 and are available at Stroller/Locker Rental Area located next to Finder s Keepers. ECV s (Electronic Convenience Vehicles) rentals are $49.95 daily, and Wheelchair rentals are $15.00 daily. ECV s and Wheelchair rentals are also available at Stroller/Locker Rental Area located next to Finder s Keepers.

11 Private Cabanas are also available for rental. Each cabana includes seating for up to six people, a ceiling fan, mini refrigerator, 12 bottled waters, six Sesame Place beach towels, exclusive character interactions and a safe/locker for personal belongings. Prices vary by season, so please visit for availability and pricing. Food Allergies and Allergen Information Cards If you are concerned about food allergies, you should know that some food items at Sesame Place do contain peanuts, or are made using equipment which may contain peanut residues. We encourage guests with special dining needs or questions about food allergies to speak with a restaurant manager or supervisor at Cookie's Café, Elmo s Eatery, Captain Ernie s Bistro, or any other park restaurant prior to dining. Our culinary team will be happy to share recipes and manufacturer s product labels listing all ingredients for guests with special dining needs. If you have questions prior to your Sesame Place visit, please feel free to contact us at ext. #207. Allergen Information Cards are located at our guest services and main meal facilities. These cards will contain similar information to what is provided through the website including tips for a safe trip, information on a suggested meal facility for your special dietary needs, as well as a chef card for you to fill out. Please pick one of these cards up when you arrive so you can receive all the information you will need to have a safe and enjoyable stay with us. Special Diet Dining- Guests with special dining needs will find cheerful assistance at any Sesame Place restaurant or snack location. All Sesame Place employees are trained to offer assistance in serving lines, and special seating is available. Smoking Policy - Sesame Place offers guests a smoke-free environment. Smoking is only permitted outside the front gate. Sunny Day Policy If it rains continuously on the day of your visit for an hour or more, Sesame Place will give you a free ticket to come back to the park another day during the current operating season. Chaperone and complimentary admissions are excluded from this offer. If the continuous rain occurs during Twilight hours, only a Twilight Sunny Day Ticket will be offered. History / Background Sesame Place opened in 1980 in Langhorne, PA as a prototype theme park focusing on entertainment and learning. It was designed to encourage active participation by children and their families and provide a range of experiences that stimulate learning, physical activity and curiosity. Ideal for families with young children, Sesame Place is the place where parents and children can share in the spirit of imagination and experience Sesame Street together. Sesame Place is located just 30 minutes north of Philadelphia and 90 minutes south of New York City. For more information, call GO-4-ELMO or visit SesamePlace.com. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment inspires millions, through the power of entertainment, to celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world. The Company has been creating innovative entertainment experiences that blend imagination with nature for more than 50 years and is best known for its 11 U.S. theme parks, attractions that hosted more than 24 million guests in 2012 and include the beloved SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Sesame Place brands. The parks offer guests a variety of up-close experiences, from animal encounters that invite exploration and appreciation of the natural world, to thrilling rides and spectacular shows. In 2011 SeaWorldParks & Entertainment

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