Blog Post–Updated 2021

April is Month of the Military Child!  A month to celebrate the resilience and strength of our military kiddos. 

During the month of April, there are many community events held nationwide to show appreciation of military children.  Military life can often be full of challenges from frequent deployments to pcsing to new schools and new friends.  It is not easy especially on military kids. 

As adults, we can often gather our emotions but as children it is often difficult.  I love that we have an entire month dedicated to celebrating military kids across the country.  Their strength and resilience does not go unnoticed.  It is important that we always remember as adults that military kids serve too.  Learn more about Month of the Military Child and ways to celebrate HERE!

We’ve compiled a list of Top Military Discount Opportunities for our Military Kiddos to help you save some extra bucks in your celebrating month of the military child or summer break.  Feel free to add any others you have found helpful for your family in the comments below.

(1) AMUSEMENT PARKS

Amusement parks get our number one spot because what kid doesn’t love some fun!  The majority of amusement parks offer some type of military discount program.  Some of our favorites include:

Waves of Honor for Active Duty, Reservist, National Guard and Dependents

SESAME PLACE WAVES OF HONOR 

Sesame Place® is open for the 2021 season.  Sesame Place® is the nation’s only theme park based entirely on the award-winning show Sesame Street®.

Active Duty Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at Sesame Place!  

• Free single day admission for active duty member and up to 3 dependents.
• One complimentary admission per year, per person to one park of choice.
• Active duty service member must provide military ID
• Not available at the front gate.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply

Sesame Place® Active Duty & Veteran Offer

• Save 50% on single day admission (limit 6 admissions tickets per eligible individual, per visit)
• Valid for qualified service members and veterans including active, retired, honorably separated officers and enlisted personnel of the U.S. military.
• Not available for purchase at the Sesame Place front gate. Offer available online only.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply.

SEAWORLD SAN ANTONIO WAVES OF HONOR 

Whether you’re a Texas local or on a family vacation, SeaWorld San Antonio has it all. From interactive touch pools to live shows, there is an animal experience for everyone. Get your Waves of Honor online ticket with verification of military service below.  

The park is open with safety measures in place.  Check the calendar to learn more about the park schedule.  

Active Duty Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at SeaWorld San Antonio!  

• Free single day admission for active duty member and up to 3 dependents.
• One complimentary admission per year, per person to one park of choice.
• Active duty service member must provide military ID
• Not available at the front gate.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply

BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA BAY WAVES OF HONOR 

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Florida’s theme park will thrill the entire family with Florida’s best roller coasters, attractions, live shows & is home to more than 12000 animals. Grab your Waves of Honor tickets with verification of military service below.  Please note, you will need to make a reservation for the date of your visit. 

Active Duty Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at Busch Gardens Tampa!  

• Free single day admission for active duty member and up to 3 dependents.
• One complimentary admission per year, per person to one park of choice.
• Active duty service member must provide military ID
• Not available at the front gate.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply

BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG WAVES OF HONOR 

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is open for the 2021 season with limited capacity special events. Busch Gardens is a theme park located in Williamsburg, Virginia. Enjoy attractions for the whole family including rides, shows, animal encounters & more. 

Busch Gardens Williamsburg offers many wonderful Military Discount opportunities from Waves of Honor to their Military Pass offering unlimited visits to Busch Gardens, Water Country USA, Christmas Town and more.  Busch Gardens Williamsburg also has several military discount offers for Veterans.  Learn all the details of their military offers below! *Learn more about Water Country USA military discounts below.

DISCOVERY COVE WAVES OF HONOR 

Enjoy a day at Discovery Cove with all-inclusive amenities and access to The Grand Reef, Freshwater Oasis, Explorer’s Aviary and Serenity Bay.  Plus, Swim with dolphins and enjoy a day at Discovery Cove with all-inclusive amenities and access to The Grand Reef, Freshwater Oasis, Explorer’s Aviary and Serenity Bay.  

Waves of Honor permits any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman discounted rates on Day Resort Admission and Signature Dolphin Swim Package and as many as three direct dependents.

SEAWORLD ORLANDO WAVES OF HONOR 

Immerse yourself in wonder at SeaWorld® Orlando theme park, where the aquatic world comes alive. Only here can you experience the force and power of the high seas on world-class coasters. Get up-close with amazing sea life. Catch live shows and a calendar full of special events, from food festivals to free concerts. Plus, find plenty of rides, shows and attractions designed with your youngest explorers in mind.

Active Duty Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at SeaWorld Orlando!  

• Free single day admission for active duty member and up to 3 dependents.
• One complimentary admission per year, per person to one park of choice.
• Active duty service member must provide military ID
• Not available at the front gate.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply

Additional Military Discount Offers

For additional admission, Waves of Honor offers the Active member plus three guests 50% off admission to SeaWorld Orlando (limit 4). Tickets must be obtained online and redeemed at the park for visitation by December 31, 2021. The Active member must be present with their 3 guests.

Plus, enjoy two visits to any of our Florida Theme Parks (SeaWorld, Aquatica, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island). Valid for Active member plus up to three additional dependents.

SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO WAVES OF HONOR

Stroll through over 100 acres of beautiful outdoor grounds filled with lively animal exhibits including dolphins, sea lions, bat rays, sea otters, turtles, and more. Recapture the wonder of SeaWorld’s renowned live educational presentations with physically distanced seating including the park’s newest presentation, Rescue Tails! With plenty of outdoor seating you can enjoy our chef-crafted culinary items along with craft beers and cocktails. SeaWorld can’t wait to welcome you back to SeaWorld! Fridays – Sundays.  There are restrictions in place.  Check the calendar to learn more about their operating capacity and what is open. 

Active Duty Military Enjoy Waves of Honor at SeaWorld San Diego!  

• Free single day admission for active duty member and up to 3 dependents.
• One complimentary admission per year, per person to one park of choice.
• Active duty service member must provide military ID
• Not available at the front gate.
• Offer is valid through December 31, 2021. Some block out dates may apply

WATER COUNTRY USA

Located in Williamsburg, VA. Water Country USA will be open for the season May 22nd after being closed for the 2020 season.

Water Country USA has a long history of military support through their military initiatives.  Water Country USA has announced their 2021 Military Discount offers for both active duty and veterans.

ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY DISCOUNTS

Below is the online pricing with ID.me verification of service.  You can also purchase these tickets at your local MWR/ITT offices. Please be aware that the pricing may be slightly different than online. 

• Military Pass—-$103.99 
• Busch Gardens & Water Country USA Unlimited Membership—-$191.49
• Water Country Single Day Ticket—-$29.58

MILITARY PASS DETAILS

Busch Gardens Williamsburg & Water Country USA is excited to offer Active-Duty Military and their families this great product. You can enjoy all of the seasonal thrills (Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town) of our theme park and the summer fun at our water park plus parking.

WHAT DO I GET WITH A MILITARY PASS?
UNLIMITED VISITS
Enjoy unlimited visits to Busch Gardens Williamsburg including Howl-O-Scream, Water Country USA and Christmas Town thru Jan. 2, 2022. Please see park hours prior to your visit.

DISCOUNTED 1-DAY TICKETS DETAILS

Active-Duty Military can get up to six discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA.

• Offers extend to any United States Active-Duty Military (Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard), Activated or Drilling Reservist, or National Guardsman currently serving
• Tickets must be obtained online and redeemed at the park for visitation by:
  September 12, 2021 for Water Country USA
  October 31, 2021 for Busch Gardens Williamsburg

VETERANS MILITARY DISCOUNTS

Below is the online pricing with ID.me verification of service.  You can also purchase these tickets at your local MWR/ITT offices.  Please be aware that pricing may differ slightly than online.

• Busch Gardens & Water Country USA Unlimited Membership—-$191.49
• Water Country USA 1-Day Ticket—-$29.58

DISCOUNTED 1-DAY TICKETS DETAILS

Veterans can get up to six discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA.

• Offers extend to U.S. Veterans, retirees and Inactive Ready Reservists who have been honorably served
• Former service member must provide proof of service in order to participate
• Tickets must be obtained online and redeemed at the park for visitation by:
  September 12, 2021 for Water Country USA
  October 31, 2021 for Busch Gardens Williamsburg

LEARN MORE

SILVERWOOD THEME PARK & BOULDER BEACH WATER PARK 

American Heroes’ Weekend—-May 29, 30, & 31 2021

Silverwood is located in Athol, Idaho.  All military personnel, veterans, police officers, firefighters, and EMS (identification required) Receive FREE admission to the park on these special event days and their immediate family members (spouse and children) also receive a special discounted rate when purchasing tickets at Silverwood’s front gate! For information call (208) 683-3400.

Also, Boulder Beach will open the 2021 season Memorial Day Weekend.
(Not valid with any other discounts, coupons, promotions or special offers. Silverwood will be closed June 1st, 2nd, 8th and 9th.)

WORLDS OF FUN & OCEANS OF FUN 

Worlds of Fun Military Discount Tickets

Worlds of Fun is located in Kansas City. America is free because of those who are extraordinarily brave. Saying “thank you” just isn’t enough to show our gratitude for the valiant men and women who enter harm’s way to protect our safety and liberty.

It is our honor to provide military discount tickets to active and retired military personnel and veterans. These heroes can purchase single-day admission tickets or a Gold Season Pass at a discount off of the front gate price. What’s more, we know that military families are just as courageous as their service members, so Worlds of Fun military discounts extend to immediate family members as well.

To take advantage of this special offer and purchase online, make sure to be registered with ID.me.

2021 MILITARY ADMISSION TICKETS

Buy a Military Ticket online and save on admission to Worlds of Fun!

Valid any one public operating day during the 2021 season through November 14, 2021.

Buy Online for Only—-$29.99  plus applicable taxes and fees

DISNEY WORLD

2021 Disney Armed Forces Salute Military Discounts on Tickets & Lodging

*Disneyland is operating on a very limited capacity and has not announced their military offerings for 2021*

Walt Disney World 2020-2021 Armed Forces Salute Prices–Valid Admission Dates February 15, 2021 through December 17, 2021 (no blockout dates)

5-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through now through December 17, 2021 

• With the Park Hopper Option: $315 plus tax
• With the Park Hopper Plus Option (for travel beginning March 7, 2021): $345 plus tax

4-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through now through December 17, 2021 

• With the Park Hopper Option: $296 plus tax
• With the Park Hopper Plus Option (for travel beginning March 7, 2021): $326 plus tax

You can also purchase the Memory Maker product for a special price of $98 through December 17, 2021