United Parks & Resorts is launching new Waves of Honor offers for 2026, bringing big changes and even bigger value for the military community. This year’s program introduces Waves of Honor Annual Passes, packed with added perks, extended access, and exclusive benefits for U.S. active-duty service members and veterans.

In addition to free and discounted admission at select parks, the 2026 updates make it easier for military families to enjoy multiple visits throughout the year—unlocking more flexibility, more savings, and more memorable experiences.

To keep things simple, we’ve rounded up the latest 2026 Waves of Honor details by park, so you can quickly find the best offers and start planning your next adventure.

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg & Water Country USA Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty members have several fantastic options available through the long-standing Waves of Honor program! This offer is available for both Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA. 

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). Complimentary Tickets expire at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Nov. 8, 2026 and at Water Country USA Sept. 20, 2026. 
• Discounted Tickets: Active-Duty Military can get up to six discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA.
• NEW: 1-Park and 2-Park Unlimited Memberships: Unlimited admission for 12 months with no blockout dates, Includes admission to Howl-O-Scream & Christmas Town, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets (distributed on a rolling calendar basis), Up to 10% off in-park purchases, FREE Digital Photo Download, Exclusive Member events, monthly rewards and more, Approx. Value: $1,400, Purchase limit of 6 Memberships, Active-Duty Military can get tis offer online through ID.me or through their Base Information Ticket and Travel Office. Active Duty, Military Dependents, National Guard, Reserve, and Retired with a military ID and MWR privileges may purchase the discounted Memberships at their local Base Information Ticket and Travel offices.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• Busch Gardens & Water Country USA Discounted 1-Day Tickets: Veterans can get up to six discounted tickets to Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA.
• NEW: 1-Park and 2-Park Unlimited Memberships: Unlimited admission for 12 months with no blockout dates, Includes admission to Howl-O-Scream & Christmas Town, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets (distributed on a rolling calendar basis), Up to 10% off in-park purchases, FREE Digital Photo Download, Exclusive Member events, monthly rewards and more, Approx. Value: $1,400, Purchase limit of 6 Memberships, Active-Duty Military & Veterans can get tis offer online through ID.me or through their Base Information Ticket and Travel Office. Active Duty, Military Dependents, National Guard, Reserve, and Retired with a military ID and MWR privileges may purchase the discounted Memberships at their local Base Information Ticket and Travel offices.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty members have several fantastic options available through the long-standing Waves of Honor program, including a very special limited-time bonus for this summer!

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026 (blackout dates may apply)
• Military personnel and up to five guests may enjoy a 50% off discount on a Busch Gardens Tampa Bay single day ticket (limit of 6). 
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months. Active Military may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes, Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more! This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• 50% Off Additional Tickets: You can also purchase up to five additional tickets at 50% off the regular price.
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass Busch Gardens Tampa Bay & Adventure Island: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months. Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes, Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more! This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

SeaWorld Orlando Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty military members and their families can enjoy the wonders of SeaWorld.

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026.
• Discounted Tickets: Through our Waves of Honor program, military personnel can enjoy a 50% off discount on up to six SeaWorld® Orlando Single Day Tickets (limit of 6)
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months for only $161.00 each (normally priced at $270.00). Active-Duty Military may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes. Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more!, This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

Veterans can celebrate with a day of fun at SeaWorld parks.

• 50% Off  Tickets: Through our Waves of Honor program, former military personnel can purchase up to six 50% off SeaWorld® Orlando Single Day Tickets (limit of 6).
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months for only $161.00 each (normally priced at $270.00). Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes. Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more!, This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

Aquatica Orlando

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

• 50% Off  Tickets: Through our Waves of Honor program, active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman to a 50% off discount on an Aquatica Orlando Single-Park Ticket (limit of 4).
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months for only $139.00 each (normally priced at $234.00). Active-Duty Military & Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes. Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more! This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• 50% Off  Tickets: Veterans can take advantage of a 50% off Single Day admission to Aquatica® Orlando. The Veteran must be present with their guests upon redemption at the park for visitation.
• NEW: Military Silver Annual Pass: Enjoy unlimited admission with no blockout dates for 12 months for only $139.00 each (normally priced at $234.00). Active-Duty Military & Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes. Includes admission to popular events, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, Up to 20% off in-park discounts & much more! This offer is not available at the park for purchase.

Discovery Cove Orlando Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

• For your service and sacrifice, we thank you. We are proud to salute the men and women of our armed forces and their families. 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 for military personnel and as many as three direct dependents.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• We hold the men and women that have served in our armed forces in the highest regard, and are honored to host them at our parks as our guests. Through our Waves of Honor program, former military personnel and up to three guests may enjoy discounted rates on Day Resort Admission and Signature Dolphin Swim Package (limit of 4).

SeaWorld San Antonio Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty military members and their families can enjoy the wonders of SeaWorld.

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026.
• ALL-NEW SeaWorld San Antonio Military Silver Pass: We’re proud to introduce our Military Silver Annual Pass, created exclusively for active-duty military members and their families. Valued at over $1,400, this special pass includes Unlimited Admission for twelve (12) months, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, and up to 20% off in-park purchases. Service members may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes to share the fun with family. An option to include Aquatica San Antonio is available.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• NEW: ALL-NEW SeaWorld San Antonio Military Silver Pass: We’re proud to honor our nation’s Veterans by introducing our Military Silver Annual Pass, created exclusively for retired military service members and their families. Valued at over $1,400, this special pass includes Unlimited Admission for twelve (12) months, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, and up to 20% off in-park purchases. Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes to share the fun with family. An option to include Aquatica San Antonio is available.

Aquatica San Antonio Offers

Active-duty military members and their families can enjoy the wonders of SeaWorld.

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026.
• ALL-NEW SeaWorld San Antonio Military Silver Pass: We’re proud to introduce our Military Silver Annual Pass, created exclusively for active-duty military members and their families. Valued at over $1,400, this special pass includes Unlimited Admission for twelve (12) months, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, and up to 20% off in-park purchases. Service members may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes to share the fun with family. An option to include Aquatica San Antonio is available.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• NEW: ALL-NEW SeaWorld San Antonio Military Silver Pass: We’re proud to honor our nation’s Veterans by introducing our Military Silver Annual Pass, created exclusively for retired military service members and their families. Valued at over $1,400, this special pass includes Unlimited Admission for twelve (12) months, FREE General Parking, 3 FREE Guest Tickets, and up to 20% off in-park purchases. Veterans may purchase up to six (6) Military Passes to share the fun with family. An option to include Aquatica San Antonio is available.

SeaWorld San Diego Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty military members and their families can enjoy the wonders of SeaWorld.

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026.
• Eligibility: U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservists, and National Guardsmen.
• Includes: One free admission for the service member and up to three direct dependents.
• Excludes: Howl-O-Scream and separately-ticketed events.

NEW: SeaWorld San Diego Military Silver Pass: For those looking for unlimited fun throughout the year, we are excited to offer active duty military and their families the Military Silver Pass for just $113 that includes unlimited admission for 12 months, free general parking, 3 free guest tickets and up to 20% off in-park offerings. Up to (6) six Military Passes can be purchased per service member to share with their family.

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• NEW: SeaWorld San Diego Military Silver Pass: For those looking for unlimited fun throughout the year, we are excited to offer former military personnel and their families the Military Silver Pass for just $113 that includes unlimited admission for 12 months, free general parking, 3 free guest tickets and up to 20% off in-park offerings. Up to (6) six Military Passes can be purchased per former military personnel to share with their family.

Sesame Place Philadelphia Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Active-duty members and their families have a fantastic opportunity to enjoy Sesame Place.

• Standard Waves of Honor Free Tickets: All U.S. active-duty military personnel can redeem one (1) FREE single-day ticket for themselves PLUS three (3) FREE single-day tickets for their direct dependents (total of 4 free tickets). This offer is valid for visits now through December 31, 2026.
• 2026 Military Pass: We are excited to offer Active-Duty Military and their families this great product. You can enjoy unlimited visits to Sesame Place Philadelphia and FREE General Parking through Jan. 10, 2027, with the purchase of a 2026 Military Pass. To qualify for this promotion, guests must register with ID.me. Once registered, guests can click on the Verify Active Status button above to purchase a 2026 Military Pass.NEW! The 2026 Military Season Pass now includes the following benefits-• 2 Free Guest Tickets for Sesame Place Philadelphia, valid thru January 10, 2027.• Free General Parking• 10% Discount on Food & Beverage Purchases and Dine with Elmo & Friends Reservation• 15% Discount on Merchandise, photo prints, and frames• 10% Discount on Cabanas (Seasonal product)• Early Ride Time and Early Splash Time (Select Dates)• One Photo Download (One Time Only)

  • 20% Discount on Abby’s One-Time and Unlimited Magic Queue

  • And more!

For U.S. Military Veterans 

• 2026 Military Pass: We are excited to offer Active-Duty Military and their families this great product. You can enjoy unlimited visits to Sesame Place Philadelphia and FREE General Parking through Jan. 10, 2027, with the purchase of a 2026 Military Pass. To qualify for this promotion, guests must register with ID.me. Once registered, guests can click on the Verify Active Status button above to purchase a 2026 Military Pass.

NEW! The 2026 Military Season Pass now includes the following benefits-

• 2 Free Guest Tickets for Sesame Place Philadelphia, valid thru January 10, 2027.

• Free General Parking

• 10% Discount on Food & Beverage Purchases and Dine with Elmo & Friends Reservation

• 15% Discount on Merchandise, photo prints, and frames

• 10% Discount on Cabanas (Seasonal product)

• Early Ride Time and Early Splash Time (Select Dates)

• One Photo Download (One Time Only)

• 20% Discount on Abby’s One-Time and Unlimited Magic Queue

• And more!

Sesame Place San Diego Offers

For U.S. Active-Duty Military & Their Families

Stay tuned….2026 Waves of Honor Offers have not been released yet. 

For U.S. Military Veterans

Stay tuned….2026 Waves of Honor Offers have not been released yet. 

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How to Claim Your Tickets

The process is simple and is handled online through ID.me to ensure your information is secure.

1. Click the links provided above to be provided to the offer page. 
2. Select the park you wish to visit and select Active Military Or Veteran.
3. Click the “ID.me” button to verify your military status (either as a veteran or active-duty member).
4. Once verified, you will be able to register for and print your tickets.
5. Remember to bring your printed tickets and your military ID with you on the day of your visit.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories in 2026. We at MilitaryBridge are thrilled to share this gesture of appreciation from United Parks and Resorts with our community.