CAMPING WORLD STADIUM

The 25th annual Florida Classic pitting FAMU against BCU in Orlando has prompted deputies and police to designate special event zones near Camping World Stadium.

The excitement is already brewing about the Annual Florida Blue Florida classic. It’s the big rivalry game this Saturday between Florida A&M University and Bethune Cookman University held at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.

With EDC winding down and the Florida Classic up next, businesses near Camping World Stadium are keen on raking it in.

The Electric Daisy Carnival Orlando music festival is underway at Camping World Stadium near downtown Orlando.

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session Tuesday that lasted for hours, where many commissioners said they didn't want to rush to make a decision.

In a release around 10:07 p.m., police said the fire started near 1300 W. Pine Street, prompting fire crews to respond.

Orange County leaders and representatives from the National Football League announced the return of the NFL Pro Bowl to Camping World Stadium on Tuesday morning.

A citizen task force examining the most responsible ways to spend millions of dollars generated by Orange County's tourist development tax produced a ranked list of recommended projects Monday.

College football’s Camping World Kickoff will feature a game between FSU and LSU in Orlando, according to Florida Citrus Sports.

The Orlando Guardians fell to 1-7 after losing their home finale to the Arlington Renegades at Camping World Stadium on Saturday

The Orlando Guardians scored their first win of the season with a 37-36 victory over the previously unbeaten D.C. Defenders on Saturday night at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.

The Guardians out-gained Seattle 391-252 Saturday at Camping World Stadium, but turnovers and costly penalties robbed Orlando of their first win.

The team hosts games at Camping World Stadium but hops on a plane every week to practice out-of-state.

Nearly 300 truckloads of dirt are being hauled into Camping World Stadium as the venue prepares to host Monster Jam on Saturday.

The latest contest for News 6 Insiders is here.

The Orlando Taco and Margarita Festival returns to the Camping World Stadium to guac your weekend on Saturday, Feb. 4.

The new XFL football team was officially welcomed by the city of Orlando to Camping World Stadium Wednesday in a news conference featuring Mayor Buddy Dyer .

During a three-day event at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, families who suffered damages or food loss from Hurricane Ian arrived to see whether they were eligible for the federal funds.

As fans made their way from all over the country to cheer on their favorite team at the Citrus Bowl, the impact on the local economy could be felt by business owners in Orlando's downtown.

No. 13 Florida State aims to halt a six-game series losing streak against Oklahoma when the schools face off in the Cheez-It Bowl in Orlando.

Hurricane Nicole swept into Central Florida early Thursday, leaving tents, signage and debris strewn across Tinker Field.

The California-based rockers were indeed coming in hot for their first-ever headlining stadium tour stop in Orlando.

The alt rock band is stopping at Camping World Stadium on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m.

Orlando venues have already seen their fair share of artists and bands, but more are ready to close out 2022 in the City Beautiful.

On-site parking at Camping World Stadium is sold out for the Florida Cup game series this weekend, the stadium said.

With the Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe concert rapidly approaching, the Camping World Stadium announced Thursday they are offering fans the ability to purchase stadium on-site parking permits in advance or take the free shuttle service.

Def Leppard, Mötley Crüe, Poison and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts are all heading to Orlando for a 4:30 p.m. concert on June 19.

Beatlemania swept through Orlando when Sir Paul McCartney “Got Back” on stage to the roars and cheers of fans from every generation, a din of pure delight hanging over his long-awaited return.

Paul McCartney will be in Orlando this weekend, performing at Camping World Stadium.

The Monster Jam World Finals are returning to Camping World Stadium.

It’s Monster Jam World Finals time in Orlando, and News 6 has a lot of tickets it wants to give away.

Bring on the tacos and margaritas!

Get your boots and cowboy hat ready, as Garth Brooks fans will takeover Camping World Stadium this weekend.

Scenes from an Orange County arena will be sure to show Billy Joel fans gathering at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium to see the Piano Man himself.

Paul McCartney’s upcoming, 13-city “GOT BACK” tour will make a stop in Orlando later this year.

Orlando is bringing an event back to Camping World Stadium with a stress-free environment.

A COVID-19 testing site will open at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium on Monday, offering locals looking for a test another alternative to the still crowded site at Barnett Park.

Camping World Stadium is once again serving as a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site, according to city officials.

A preview of this year's VRBO Citrus Bowl between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Kentucky Wildcats.

Crowds filled Camping World Stadium Wednesday night for the first of several large crowd events expected this week in downtown Orlando.

The field at Camping World Stadium in Orlando is ready for the Cheez-It Bowl, and so are the fans.

The Kentucky Wildcats will play against the Iowa Hawkeyes at 1 p.m. on Jan. 1 in the Vrbo Citrus Bowl at Orlando’s Camping World Stadium.

Country music star Garth Brooks will make an Orlando stop next year for his nationwide stadium tour.

Team selections for the Citrus Bowl and Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World Stadium in Orlando were announced Sunday.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced Billy Joel would be performing at Camping World Stadium in 2022.

Orange County is resuming COVID-19 vaccinations at Barnett Park after moving the service to Camping World Stadium due to high testing demand two months ago.

Pfizer booster shots will be available to eligible county residents at Camping World Stadium starting tomorrow, Sept. 28.

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Commissioner Regina Hill visit the COVID-19 vaccination and monoclonal site at Camping World Stadium.

The order wasn't sitting well with some outside Camping World Stadium, which is a vaccination and monoclonal antibody treatment site.

Local officials are hoping the Food and Drug Administration's full approval for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, along with other incentives, will convince more people to get the shot.

Doctors have some advice for people considering the treatment.

The lines at Camping World come one day after DeSantis made the announcement of the sites opening up.

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Camping World Stadium in Orlando is now a monoclonal antibody treatment clinic.

Camping World Stadium debuted its vaccination operations Tuesday.

The vaccination site at Barnett Park will soon be moving to Camping World Stadium in effort to free up traffic at the park, according to Orange County officials.

Football fans still have to wait a couple of months to watch some games, but more information has been released for big matchups set to take place in Orlando.

On Tuesday, a one-day-only vaccination event will be happening at Camping World Stadium in Orlando and all Floridians 18 and older are invited to attend.

An investigation is underway after a deadly shooting took place overnight Friday near Camping World Stadium, according to the Orlando Police Department.

ORLANDO, Fla. – For its third and final bowl game of the 2020 football season, Orlando hosted Northwestern and Auburn for the VRBO Citrus Bowl. Camping World Stadium previously hosted the Cheez-It Bowl and the Cure Bowl in December. This game, like all the bowl games in Central Florida, required major adjustments for safety precautions, including social distancing markers, limited seating, and masks required throughout. “I think these bowl games, although an economic impact will be felt, the broadcast to the country about how Orlando is safely open for business,” he said. “I think it is a powerful message.”Capacity inside the stadium was capped at about 20%, which amounts to about 13,000 fans.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Thousands of fans flocked to Orlando to see the 18th-ranked Miami Hurricanes face 21st-ranked Oklahoma State in the Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Steve Hogan serves as the CEO at Florida Citrus Sports, which hosts the Cheez-It Bowl. [TRENDING: How to get vaccine in Florida | Will vaccine work on new strains? Tailgating will not be allowed at the Cheez It Bowl or the Citrus Bowl. Auburn will take on Northwestern on New Year’s Day playing in the VRBO Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium as well.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The 18th-ranked Miami Hurricanes hope to redeem themselves when they face Oklahoma State in the Cheez-It Bowl. A lopsided loss to end the regular season cost coach Manny Diaz's team a spot in a major bowl. Instead, the Hurricanes (8-2) will finish their best season in years on a smaller stage on Tuesday night. That loss likely kept the Hurricanes out of a New Year’s Six bowl game. A victory would likely lift Oklahoma State back into the AP rankings.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Within the next two weeks, Central Florida will play host to some big college football bowl games. Steve Hogan is the CEO at Florida Citrus Sports, which is hosting two of the bowl games. He said the bowl games will also mean more exposure for Orlando and Central Florida. “Everybody when they go to these bowl games, they go to have fun,” Brown said. Tailgating will not be allowed at the Cheez It Bowl or the Citrus Bowl.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Businesses near Camping World Stadium, many of which have already been struggling because of the coronavirus pandemic, are suffering another financial hit this weekend because the Florida Classic game is canceled because of COVID-19. The Florida Classic is the biggest rivalry game each year and one of the largest athletic fundraisers between Florida A&M University and Bethune Cookman University. Many businesses say they’re trying to make ends meet since the week-long events for the Florida Classic are going virtual, but it has been tough. Florida Classic event organizers told News 6 there were 55,730 at the classic game last year and the Orange County Comptroller’s Office said last year the game brought in $28 million in economic impact. You can read about all of the virtual events happening this week for the Florida Classic and how you can donate to FAMU and/or B-CU at floridaclassic.org

Nick Solomon said he knows this year things will be different with the classic events going fully virtual due to the pandemic. There are virtual events happening this Tuesday-Saturday as part of the Florida Classic week. Among those are events are like a diversity career fair, a virtual battle of the bands, a pep rally and more. FAMU President Dr. Larry Robinson said the donations are welcomed and he’s looking forward to the virtual events this year. More information about the full list of virtual events can be found at FloridaClassic.org.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Florida Classic events this year will look a lot different for alumni and families who usually pack Camping World Stadium for the big game and come to Central Florida for a good time. “Not being able to be in that environment and hear the sound it’s going to be a lot different,” Solomon said. Event organizers with Florida Citrus Sports are working to keep the spirit alive, but also encourage people to donate virtually to help keep Bethune Cookman University and Florida University growing strong. There are virtual events happening this Tuesday-Saturday as part of the Florida Classic week. Anyone interested in donating or taking part in the Florida Classic can click this link at FloridaClassic.org.

ORLANDO, Fla. – One person was killed Friday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash near Camping World Stadium in Orlando, according to police. Orlando police responded to the crash at 4:29 p.m. near the intersection of Rio Grande Avenue and South Street. One of the vehicles over turned, ejecting the driver, police said. The person was pronounced dead at the crash scene. The intersection remains closed as of 5:30 p.m. for the crash investigation.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The sixth-annual Cure Bowl game will happen in Orlando this December despite the pandemic but with some changes. The bowl game will be played at Camping World Stadium on Dec. 26 at noon. Due to the pandemic, it’s unclear if fans will be able to attend the Cure Bowl. If fans are permitted, organizers will work with ESPN events, Orlando and Camping World to follow all COVID-19 precautions. There are two other bowl games planned in Orlando this season, the Cheez It Bowl on Dec. 29 and the VRBO Citrus Bowl on Jan. 1.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Dozens of cars lined up outside Camping World Stadium on Wednesday to pick up free food donated by One Heart for Women and Children. King said it’s been difficult the last few months at home and is currently driving for Uber to put some food on the table for her family. Angel Rosa and his wife showed up to Camping World Stadium hours before the distribution. A blessing is a blessing,” Rosa said. Last month, One Heart for Women and Children handed out 50,000 pounds of food to residents at Church in the Son.

ORLANDO, Fla. A new COVID-19 mobile testing site is opening in Orlando next week, according to a news release from the city. Officials with the City of Orlando announced the new drive-thru site will open at Camping World Stadium on Wednesday and will be pedestrian-accessible. The site will become the latest mobile testing site to open in Orlando to help increase testing within city neighborhoods. The mobile sites operate on Wednesdays and rotate to new locations each week, according to the release. Other COVID-19 testing sites in Central Florida can be found using this interactive map.

Put an NBA franchise in Orlando? The Magic played their first game in 1989. The excitement was even more evident in Orlando, which was chosen as one of the nine host cities. The state of Florida had never hosted professional wrestlings signature event, WrestleMania, but all that changed when Camping World Stadium (then known as Citrus Bowl) hosted WrestleMania XXIV on March 30, 2008. In 2017, WrestleMania returned to Orlando when Camping World Stadium played host to WrestleMania 33.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Coronavirus testing will return to Camping World Stadium on Aug. 19. This testing site is drive-thru and pedestrian-accessible. City officials said you must be 18 and have a valid Orange County ID. Click here for other testing sites in Orange County. There have been more than 557,000 cases of the coronavirus in the state and 32,000 cases of COVID-19 in Orange County.

ORLANDO, Fla. A pedestrian-accessible and drive-thru COVID-19 testing site is set to return to Camping World Stadium next week. The site will be open Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1 Citrus Bowl Place in Orlando. GENETWORx will process the tests and provide results within five days. Those who dont receive their results within a week are asked to go to www.covid19resultsfl.com or call GENETWORx at 850-583-2419. To keep up with the latest news on the pandemic, subscribe to News 6s coronavirus newsletter and go to ClickOrlando.com/coronavirus.

ORLANDO, Fla. Officials are reporting a recent drop in positive coronavirus cases as the city of Orlando resumed testing at its mobile site this week. On Wednesday, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer toured the location outside Camping World Stadium. He said the need for extensive testing remains, but personal precautions, like wearing masks, have had a positive effect. Im not actually aware of any complaints weve had in the city about business that havent been compliant. Dyer said. Orlando's mobile testing site is open every Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. by appointment, although walk-ups will be accepted if space is available.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. COVID-19 testing will return to Camping World Stadium on July 22. The testing will take place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and there is no symptom criteria for testing. A patient must be 18 and show a valid Orange County ID. Testing is free and results are usually provided after five days. A list of testing sites in Orange County can be found here.

Organizers with the ReachBack Foundation are giving away thousands of bags of food Friday at Camping World Stadium. The food pantry opened Friday morning and organizers say they plan to hand out up to 2,000 bags of food. Long line at Camping World stadium for a big good giveaway by nonprofit Reachback Foundation. Organizer tells me they are giving out about 2,000 bags. @news6wkmg pic.twitter.com/ntXEggKo5y Ezzy Castro (@EzzyCastro) June 26, 2020Anyone hoping to pick up some of the supplies can head to 1 Citrus Bowl Place in Orlando.

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Serving as a testing site, Camping World Stadium is playing a large role in Orlando's battle against coronavirus. Florida Citrus Sports just made a $5,000 donation to the Central Florida Diaper Bank and another in Florida’s Panhandle. It was Florida Citrus Sports' way of thanking the coach for videoconferencing with FCS members. Lending a hand to the diaper banks is not all Florida Citrus Sports is doing. Hogan tells News 6 that bringing football games to Central Florida is one part of FCS’ mission.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Nearly 60,000 people attended the Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium on New Year’s Day, according to Florida Citrus Sports. Organizers said Alabama and Michigan fans will collectively spend millions of dollars during their visit to Central Florida. John Hamin said he made $1,000 each day during the Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) held at Camping World Stadium's Tinker Field in November. “It was crazy.”Hamin said he has seen a steady rise in money-making parking opportunities correlated with bigger, more frequent events at Camping World Stadium. Besides the two bowl games and EDC, Camping World hosted Monster Jam, Wrestlemania and the NFL Pro-Bowl in 2019.

ORLANDO, Fla. – The NFL is reportedly moving its Pro Bowl game to Orlando. The NFL has not officially released the Pro Bowl location, but Florida Gov. The Pro Bowl has traditionally been played in Hawaii. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer told News 6 last month that the Pro Bowl would bring thousands of people to the city and benefit the local economy. The Camping World Stadium already hosts Orlando City Soccer Club, college bowl games and will host next year's Wrestlemania.