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SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration 2025, New Barracuda Strike Coaster Construction Moving Fast
SeaWorld San Antonio's Christmas Celebration has begun, featuring holiday shows, fresh food offerings and plenty of Christmas decor. The park recently announced a new roller coaster, Barracuda Strike, for 2026. The inverted family coaster is quickly going up as the lift hill climbs its way through the supports of Steel Eel for a first drop over the park's central water feature. Join us for a Christmas Celebration tour with food reviews, along with a look at the construction progress of Barracuda Strike.
Texas’ First Inverted Family Coaster, Barracuda Strike, Coming to SeaWorld San Antonio in 2026
SeaWorld San Antonio is making waves once again with plans for a new thrill ride, Barracuda Strike. As Texas’ first inverted family coaster, Barracuda Strike delivers high-speed thrills for guests of all ages—featuring sharp turns, dramatic drops, and the exhilarating sensation of gliding above the park’s iconic water ski lake with nothing beneath their feet!