SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Bad Boy Mowers "Celebrate Dad" with a Father's Day Giveaway

-- Win a Bad Boy Mower, Utility Vehicle or Tickets to SeaWorld or Busch Gardens --

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Jun 10, 2013, 10:52 ET

ORLANDO, Fla., June 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Skip the neckties and cologne this Father's Day. SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens® are teaming up with Bad Boy Mowers® to "Celebrate Dad" with a chance to win a Bad Boy Outlaw XP Zero-Turn Mower, an Intimidator XD4 utility vehicle, or tickets for four to a SeaWorld or Busch Gardens park.

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"Our partnership with Bad Boy Mowers offers our consumers the chance to surprise Dad with great gifts this Father's Day," said Barbara Karasek, Vice President of Strategic Alliance for SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

Now through June 23, participants can enter for a chance to win by visiting SeaWorld.com or BuschGardens.com Participating parks include SeaWorld parks in Orlando, Fla. and San Antonio, Texas, and Busch Gardens parks in Tampa, Fla. and Williamsburg, Va. The contest is sponsored by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.

The prizes are sure to rev Dad up this mowing season. The Bad Boy Outlaw XP Zero-Turn mower features the EZ-ride system, Armortek5 Deck, and the SteerTek system, delivering the perfect combination of power, comfort and precision. The Bad Boy Intimidator XD4 utility vehicle is Bad Boy Mower's newest class-leading American-made utility vehicle, featuring digital instrument panel, 4x4 capability and room for three adults.

This summer SeaWorld and Busch Gardens feature an incredible line-up of new, immersive attractions and live shows.

Now open at SeaWorld Orlando is Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin™, a first-of-its kind family ride that transports guests into the penguins' icy world.

In June, SeaWorld San Antonio premieres "Pets Ahoy!" featuring dogs, cats and other animals, many of them adopted from local animal shelters.

Busch Gardens Tampa has premiered "Madagascar Live! Operation: Vacation." This original, live musical show features the characters from DreamWorks Animation's beloved Madagascar franchise.

Guests visiting Busch Gardens Williamsburg can already experience Verbolten®, the park's new multi-launch, indoor/outdoor roller coaster.

Bad Boy Mowers® is the "official lawn mower and utility vehicle partner" for the SeaWorld Parks in Orlando and San Antonio and the Busch Gardens Parks in Tampa and Williamsburg.

About SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™ is a leading theme park and entertainment company delivering personal, interactive and educational experiences that blend imagination with nature and enable its customers to celebrate, connect with and care for the natural world we share. The Company owns or licenses a portfolio of globally recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Shamu® and Busch Gardens®. Over its more than 50 year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 11 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind collection of approximately 67,000 marine and terrestrial animals. The Company's theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests. In addition to its theme parks, the company has recently begun to leverage its brands into media, entertainment and consumer products. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE: SEAS). Copies of this and other news releases as well as additional information about SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. can be obtained online at www.seaworldentertainment.com. Shareholders and prospective investors can also register to automatically receive the Company's press releases, SEC filings and other notices by e-mail.

About Bad Boy Mowers®

Bad Boy, Inc. began in 1998, and since the first mower, Bad Boy's goal has been the same: Build a better mower for a better value. It's been the dogged pursuit of that vision that has firmly established Bad Boy's reputation for reliability, power and durability.

From the patented Swing-Away™ design to the legendary build strength, Bad Boy's innovation, attention to quality and value has rapidly earned respect throughout the power equipment industry. With the unique 5-Point Advantage, every Bad Boy mower is designed to be easy-to-operate, easy of maintain, and last for years with its ruggedness, power and reliability. Mow with Bad Boy and you'll 'Mow with an attitude.'

Bad Boy Mowers are sold through a nationwide dealer network. For more information about the complete line of commercial-grade zero-turn mowers, or to locate the dealer nearest you, visit www.badboymowers.com or call 866-622-3269.

SOURCE SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment