Go down in history: See full ‘Rudolph’ ICE! reveal at Gaylord Palms
Read full article: Go down in history: See full ‘Rudolph’ ICE! reveal at Gaylord PalmsA team of 40 expert ice carvers spent over a month crafting 2 million pounds of ice sculptures that bring the classic 1964 stop-motion special to life across a 20,000-square-foot exhibit.
Christmas celebrations return to ICON Park with Santa Workshop Experience
Read full article: Christmas celebrations return to ICON Park with Santa Workshop ExperienceStarting Nov. 8 and running through Dec. 24, families can meet Santa, snap photos and enjoy exclusive attraction discounts Nov. 8-Dec. 24.
Pop star Benson Boone to perform among the rockets at Kennedy Space Center. How you can get tickets
Read full article: Pop star Benson Boone to perform among the rockets at Kennedy Space Center. How you can get ticketsMoonbeams will shine down on Kennedy Space Center’s Rocket Garden, where Benson Boone will perform on Nov. 29. The pop star will take the stage as part of the free Visa Live concert series.
Names wanted: Showcase of Citrus welcomes birth of capybaras
Read full article: Names wanted: Showcase of Citrus welcomes birth of capybarasThe Clermont citrus ranch is also asking the public to get in on the fun by inviting fans to drop their best name suggestions and guess the genders of the capybaras.
LEGO fan event returns to Dezerland Park Orlando with epic builds
Read full article: LEGO fan event returns to Dezerland Park Orlando with epic buildsThousands of LEGO fans are expected to gather at Florida’s largest indoor attraction for Brick Fan Event: A LEGO Fan Experience, one of the Southeast’s biggest fan-driven LEGO celebrations.
Henry Winkler, Brie Larson among 2025 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narrators
Read full article: Henry Winkler, Brie Larson among 2025 EPCOT Candlelight Processional narratorsWalt Disney World has announced a star-studded list of celebrity narrators for the 2025 season of EPCOT’s “Candlelight Processional.”
Taylor Swift wax figure lands at Orlando’s Madame Tussauds in Eras Tour ‘Reputation’ snake outfit
Read full article: Taylor Swift wax figure lands at Orlando’s Madame Tussauds in Eras Tour ‘Reputation’ snake outfitA piece of Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour has landed at the museum’s ICON Park location and, call it what you want, but fans would call it gorgeous.
Traffic holds steady as Epic Universe opens to the public
Read full article: Traffic holds steady as Epic Universe opens to the publicNews 6 drove the area near Epic Universe Thursday morning and found a steady flow of traffic near key intersections like Universal Boulevard and Kirkman Road, which officials expect to be one of the busiest corridors.
How Epic Universe’s Dark Universe honors Universal’s classic monsters while paving a new path
Read full article: How Epic Universe’s Dark Universe honors Universal’s classic monsters while paving a new pathThe new land inside Universal’s Epic Universe draws heavily from the classic monster films Universal Studios made in the 1930s, particularly “Frankenstein,” “The Wolfman” and “Dracula.” Check out some of the tributes to the classic films inside Dark Universe.
Inside Epic Universe: Universal releases first look at completed worlds ahead of May opening
Read full article: Inside Epic Universe: Universal releases first look at completed worlds ahead of May openingThe universe is getting real. Check out newly-released photos of the completed worlds inside Epic Universe.
FIRST LOOK: Frankenstein, Wolfman animated figures revealed at new Epic Universe attraction
Read full article: FIRST LOOK: Frankenstein, Wolfman animated figures revealed at new Epic Universe attractionUniversal Orlando revealed new images of some of the animated figures that make up Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.
Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe tickets
Read full article: Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe ticketsUniversal Orlando Resort annual passholders got the chance Thursday to purchase one-day tickets to the new Epic Universe theme park, due to open in May next year. But what many encountered was an epic wait.
Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to know
Read full article: Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to knowNew prices for annual passes were unveiled Wednesday on the Walt Disney World website, with costs going up between $30 and $100, depending on the pass.
Here’s when Central Florida theme parks, attractions are reopening after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Here’s when Central Florida theme parks, attractions are reopening after Hurricane MiltonFlorida’s theme parks and attractions are set to reopen following Hurricane Milton’s crossing of the Sunshine State.
Disney, Universal, more: These Central Florida attractions are closing due to Helene
Read full article: Disney, Universal, more: These Central Florida attractions are closing due to HeleneHere is a list of attractions that have announced closures due to Tropical Storm Helene as well as hurricane policies in place at Florida theme parks.
Newest expansion at Disney’s Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyer’s Island is going away
Read full article: Newest expansion at Disney’s Magic Kingdom means Tom Sawyer’s Island is going awayAt D23 Expo this past weekend, Disney unveiled its biggest expansion to the Magic Kingdom yet, with a Frontierland expansion themed around the franchise “Cars” and a land dedicated to Disney’s villains.
Tourism tax collections reach new record in March in Orange County
Read full article: Tourism tax collections reach new record in March in Orange CountyTourist Development Tax (TDT) collections climbed to a record setting $40,550,000 in March, marking another increase in revenue compared to the previous month according to the Orange County Comptroller.
One of rarest alligators worldwide born in Florida. Here’s where to spot her
Read full article: One of rarest alligators worldwide born in Florida. Here’s where to spot her"Mystic" is the only white, leucistic alligator born hatched outside of Louisiana. And she's the only baby leucistic ever displayed to the public.
Got a library card? Orange County libraries giving free WonderWorks passes with signups, renewals
Read full article: Got a library card? Orange County libraries giving free WonderWorks passes with signups, renewalsThe Orange County Library System is celebrating National Library Week starting Sunday, but it’s the residents who can get gifts.
⛳Putt like a pro! Tiger-Woods backed PopStroke coming to Daytona Beach
Read full article: ⛳Putt like a pro! Tiger-Woods backed PopStroke coming to Daytona BeachConstruction is underway on a PopStroke family golf experience in Daytona Beach. According to the City of Daytona Beach Government, the Tiger Woods golf attraction is being built in the Tomoka Town Center, off LPGA Boulevard next to Interstate 95.
🌊Insider Look: ‘Journey of Water’ inspired by Disney’s Moana makes a splash, promotes water conservation at EPCOT
Read full article: 🌊Insider Look: ‘Journey of Water’ inspired by Disney’s Moana makes a splash, promotes water conservation at EPCOTA Disney Imagineer guides us through the new attraction made up of tropical paths highlighting the water cycle. And it’s interactive. Wave to the water and it may wave back. You can also swipe your hand through the rain harps to make music.
Disney parks revenue up in new report, but Walt Disney World income down
Read full article: Disney parks revenue up in new report, but Walt Disney World income downThe Walt Disney Company saw revenue continue to grow in the third quarter of the year, the company reported Wednesday, with theme park income and revenue up around the globe — except at Walt Disney World.
‘Really upsetting:’ Attorney pushes for safety after child falls from Kissimmee Fun Spot ride
Read full article: ‘Really upsetting:’ Attorney pushes for safety after child falls from Kissimmee Fun Spot rideAn investigation into the Galaxy Spin rollercoaster at Fun Spot is underway after a 6-year-old body fell from the ride last week.
Kissimmee Fun Spot ride closed after child injured on rollercoaster, Florida officials confirm
Read full article: Kissimmee Fun Spot ride closed after child injured on rollercoaster, Florida officials confirmA ride at Fun Spot amusement park in Kissimmee is closed after an incident involving a child.
From sensory guides to quiet rooms, LEGOLAND helps guests with autism enjoy the park
Read full article: From sensory guides to quiet rooms, LEGOLAND helps guests with autism enjoy the parkLEGOLAND Florida was the first LEGOLAND park in North America to become a Certified Autism Center and with four quiet spaces and sensory guides all over the park, they’re making it easy for families to plan a vacation and get the most out of it.
Ranking Florida’s top 5 roller coasters
Read full article: Ranking Florida’s top 5 roller coastersIs it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.
Orlando FreeFall structure is dismantled, 1 year after teen’s fatal fall
Read full article: Orlando FreeFall structure is dismantled, 1 year after teen’s fatal fallA crane has begun dismantling the Orlando FreeFall ride at ICON Park, one year after a teenager visiting from out of town was killed when he fell from the ride.
Florida Senate committee approves attractions safety act named for Tyre Sampson
Read full article: Florida Senate committee approves attractions safety act named for Tyre SampsonA Florida Senate committee approved a bill Monday afternoon to make changes to ride safety rules after the death of a tourist at an Orlando attraction.
Lights are on at The Wheel at ICON Park, but attraction not ready to roll yet
Read full article: Lights are on at The Wheel at ICON Park, but attraction not ready to roll yetPeople may see The Wheel at ICON Park in Orlando lit up for the first time in weeks since it lost power on New Year’s Eve, but the attraction is not welcoming riders back on yet.
Ranking the top 5 roller coasters in Florida
Read full article: Ranking the top 5 roller coasters in FloridaIs it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.
Disney World workers rally for wage hike as company plans spending increase
Read full article: Disney World workers rally for wage hike as company plans spending increaseLabor unions representing thousands of Walt Disney World workers are rallying Wednesday afternoon as they negotiate with the company.
SEA LIFE Orlando decks the seas for an aquatic Christmas
Read full article: SEA LIFE Orlando decks the seas for an aquatic ChristmasEveryone is getting into the holiday spirit — even under the sea. SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium at ICON Park is once again hosting Deck the Seas, just in time for your holiday photos.
‘Industry of fun:’ IAAPA expo opens in Orlando, showcases newest attractions
Read full article: ‘Industry of fun:’ IAAPA expo opens in Orlando, showcases newest attractionsThe annual IAAPA Expo opened at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando to showcase the latest innovations in an industry that has to deliver on thrills, chills and spills.
Orlando’s ICON Park offers Veterans Day discounts for military members
Read full article: Orlando’s ICON Park offers Veterans Day discounts for military membersVeterans Day is Friday, Nov. 11, and the businesses and attractions of ICON Park on International Drive are offering discounts for veterans and military members.
SeaWorld issues Roller Coaster Day challenge, with gift for participating guests
Read full article: SeaWorld issues Roller Coaster Day challenge, with gift for participating guestsNational Roller Coaster Day is Tuesday, Aug. 16, and SeaWorld Orlando is challenging guests to ride all of the park’s roller coasters in one day.
‘Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’ to take over Splash Mountain at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in 2024
Read full article: ‘Tiana’s Bayou Adventure’ to take over Splash Mountain at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in 2024Disney Imagineers dropped a few new details about the planned reimagining of the Splash Mountain ride at Disney’s Magic Kingdom.
Veterans and their guests get into SeaWorld, Busch Gardens free for limited time
Read full article: Veterans and their guests get into SeaWorld, Busch Gardens free for limited timeSeaWorld is giving military veterans, as well as their families and friends, the opportunity to visit some of its parks for free starting this weekend.
Disney is offering a private jet world tour. Here’s where it goes
Read full article: Disney is offering a private jet world tour. Here’s where it goesChecking out every Disney park in the world is a dream for super fans. Disney is now offering a vacation that allows people to do just that, along with some other iconic sites and luxury accommodations along the way.
ICON Park tells Orlando FreeFall operator to suspend all ride operations
Read full article: ICON Park tells Orlando FreeFall operator to suspend all ride operationsThe owners of ICON Park are demanding the company behind some of its thrill rides to suspend all ride operations in the wake of the death of a teen last week.
Disney World to bring back overseas workers in cultural representative program
Read full article: Disney World to bring back overseas workers in cultural representative programThe first cultural representatives will come from Germany, Norway, Italy, France, the United Kingdom and Canada starting in August.
Universal’s Epic Universe on track for summer 2025 opening, Comcast officials say
Read full article: Universal’s Epic Universe on track for summer 2025 opening, Comcast officials sayUniversal’s theme parks are bouncing back from the pandemic in a big way, with record profits in the last few months and strong attendance growth, according to earnings reports released Thursday.
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Dino dumps: World’s largest fossilized carnivore poop now on display at the Orlando Science Center
Read full article: Dino dumps: World’s largest fossilized carnivore poop now on display at the Orlando Science CenterAnyone who gets excited about excrement is going to want to run to the new Poozeum exhibit at the Orlando Science Center, stat.
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Guests at Fun Spot repeatedly violated Orange County’s mask mandate, records show
Read full article: Guests at Fun Spot repeatedly violated Orange County’s mask mandate, records showORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Fun Spot near International Drive has been put on notice three times in the past few months after strike teams found that guests weren’t always wearing masks while at the amusement park, according to records provided by Orange County. The first strike team visit occurred on Aug. 13 after a citizen complaint. Orange County has had a mask mandate in place for months to stop the spread of COVID-19. While strike teams have been visiting businesses to make sure they’re complying with that rule, the focus has been on educating rather than fining or punishing, according to the mayor. News 6 has contacted Fun Spot for comment.
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