Welcome to Orlando: City leaders, XFL owner introduce Guardians
ORLANDO, Fla. -- — ORLANDO, Fla. -- In just under a month, the Orlando Guardians open their XFL season in Houston. The Guardians are Orlando’s newest professional team and on Wednesday at Camping World Stadium, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined XFL Chairwoman Dany Garcia and head coach Terrell Buckley for a press conference to welcome this new chapter in The City Beautiful. The Guardians play their first home game on February 26 at Camping World Stadium. XFL owner and Chairwoman Dany Garcia is an Orlando resident and said they have been planning and building to bring a team to Central Florida. @XFL2023 Chairwoman @DanyGarciaCo on bringing a team to Orlando: We were planning and building to get a team here.
wftv.comXFL Orlando Guardians to be welcomed at Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida’s new professional football team will be welcomed by city leaders Wednesday at Camping World Stadium. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer is set to hold a news conference at 10 a.m. and will be joined by XFL Chairwoman Dany Garcia and head coach, and Former Florida State star, Terrell Buckley, of the new Orlando Guardians team. Photos: XFL Orlando Guardians hold practice at Camping World StadiumExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 17 XFL Orlando Guardians hold practice at Camping World StadiumDwayne Johnson is part of the ownership group that took over the league from WWE’s Vince McMahon after the XFL filed for bankruptcy in 2020 when their season was cut short due to the coronavirus. Read: XFL announces schedule for Orlando GuardiansThe other seven teams announced are Arlington, Houston, and San Antonio, TX; Las Vegas, NV; Seattle, WA; St. Louis, MO; and Washington, D.C.See: Hooked on a feeling: XFL Orlando Guardians take a spin on the new Guardians of the Galaxy rideThe Guardians will open their debut season on Feb. 18 at Houston, and its first home game will be on Sunday, Feb. 26 against the San Antonio Brahmas. Read: Fresh squeeze on sports: New pickleball team comes to OrlandoThe Orlando Guardians will play five home games in their inaugural season.
wftv.comOrange County to open disaster assistance site at Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orange County is preparing to open a site for Hurricane Ian victims to get help buying groceries. The on-site Disaster Snap location is set to open Monday at Camping World Stadium. Happening this week: Orange County to hold Monkeypox vaccine eventsPeople at the site can apply and interview for benefits. This is for anyone who didn’t get D-Snap back in October. Watch: ‘Electric’: Runners compete in final race at 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon WeekendThe site is set to stay open until Wednesday.
wftv.comBowl games bring big business to downtown Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — Tens of thousands of people have packed downtown Orlando for bowl games in recent days. That’s meant big business for downtown bars and restaurants. Citrus Bowl organizers estimate more than 40,000 people packed the Camping World Stadium on Monday, and on average, bowl games sell about 75 percent of those tickets to out-of-towners. Most of these crowds typically end up walking over downtown to places like Wall Street for post-game fun. Read: Orlando focused on safety as thousands to gather for Cheez-It Bowl at Camping World StadiumPolice had the extra patrols out Monday to ensure those coming downtown remained safe.
wftv.comOrlando focused on safety as thousands to gather for Cheez-it Bowl at Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — Football fans are gearing up Thursday as Florida State is set to take on Oklahoma in the Cheez-it Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Fans of Oklahoma and Florida State will spread out across Orlando before the game starts at 5:30 p.m. Photos: Orlando focused on safety as thousands to gather for Cheez-it Bowl at Camping World StadiumExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 11 Orlando focused on safety as thousands to gather for Cheez-it Bowl at Camping World StadiumThe Orlando Police Department said it is taking steps to keep everyone safe. Watch: Florida State, Oklahoma set to battle in Cheez-It BowlAreas like Church Street in downtown Orlando will be busy in the afternoon and evening. Pre-game festivities are common before big bowl games.
wftv.comFlorida State, Oklahoma set to battle in Cheez-It Bowl
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Florida State and Oklahoma completed their final preparations Wednesday in advance of Thursday’s Cheez-It Bowl showdown at Camping World Stadium. The Seminoles (9-3) are looking to complete their first 10-win season since 2016. Florida State is also trying to win its first bowl game since 2017. Oklahoma (6-6) is trying to win its third straight bowl game after winning the Alamo Bowl and Cotton Bowl the last two seasons. Thursday’s showdown at Camping World Stadium is set for 5:30 on ESPN.
wftv.comPreparations are underway for the Cheez-It Bowl in Downtown Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — People are beginning to make preparations in the downtown area for the Cheez-It Bowl. The Cheez-It Bowl is happening Thursday evening at the Camping World Stadium. Festivities for the game are already underway, with at least 2,000 people expected to be on Church Street tonight. Here are your rights as a passengerMany of the bars and locations near the Church Street area will have extra staff members as a precaution. Jay Peeper, event director of Church Street, said he doesn’t anticipate any problems will occur.
wftv.com9 Things to know about the Cheez-It Bowl and the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
ORLANDO, Fla. — College football fans are getting ready as two big college bowl games head to OrlandoThe Cheez-It Bowl and the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl are both coming to Camping World Stadium this week. >>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<· Cheez-It BowlThe Florida State Seminoles will meet the Oklahoma Sooners in the 2022 Cheez-It Bowl. The first edition of the game in Central Florida was called the Tangerine Bowl, a tribute to the name of Orlando’s original bowl game (now the Citrus Bowl). The seventh-oldest collegiate bowl game in the country, the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl began as the Tangerine Bowl in 1947. · Cheez-It Citrus Bowl Pep RallyJoin fellow fans alumni at the official pep rally at Pointe Orlando.
wftv.comOrlando’s bowl matchups set; where to find tickets
READ: UCF to play Duke in Military BowlThe first — the Cheez-It Bowl — will pit the Florida State Seminoles against the Oklahoma Sooners on Thursday, Dec. 29. Kickoff is at 5:30 p.m. at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. You can also watch the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl right here on WFTV Channel 9. For more information about both the Cheez-It Bowl and Cheez-It Citrus Bowl, visit Florida Citrus Sports’ website. Steve Hogan on LSU vs Purdue in Citrus Bowl The game will be played January 2 at Camping World Stadium.
wftv.comBad Bunny returns to Orlando tonight: What you need to know
Bad Bunny tops Billboard Latin Music Awards with 10 trophies (NCD)ORLANDO, Fla. — Things are heating up at Camping World Stadium tonight. Mega-global superstar Bad Bunny is returning to Orlando, kicking off “World’s Hottest Tour.”Here’s everything you need to know before the Grammy-winning icon takes the stage tonight. The box office opens at 3 p.m.SEE: Bad Bunny wax figure heading to Madame Tussauds OrlandoRoad closures are already underway and end 90 minutes after the event. Long Street between Rio Grande Avenue and Tampa Avenue. Gates open at 5 p.m.READ: 9 things to do this weekendExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Bad Bunny Reveals Wax Figures For Madame Tussauds New York And Madame Tussauds Orlando NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 19: Bad Bunny (C) reveals wax figures for Madame Tussauds New York and Madame Tussauds Orlando at Madame Tussauds on April 19, 2022 in New York City.
wftv.comMonster Jam roaring back to life in Orlando this fall, tickets on sale
Monster Jam will kick off 7 p.m. on Oct. 29 at Camping World Stadium, honoring its 30th anniversary. In addition to the main event, the Monster Jam Pit Party will take place from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. READ: The Weeknd collaborating with Universal for new Halloween Horror Nights house this fallThe lineup of this year’s Monster Jam includes Monster Jam World Finals champion Adam Anderson and his legendary Grave Digger, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Monster Jam World Finals Freestyle champion Linsey Read and Bari Musawwir will also be there. READ: Gators, Ghosts and Goblins returns to Gatorland this fallVideo: Get ready to rock: Camping World Stadium set to host six major concerts this year Workers at Camping World Stadium are ready for operations to ramp up.
wftv.comMiami and coach Mario Cristobal are retiring the turnover chain
(Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Enjoy retirement, turnover chain. Miami coach Mario Cristobal confirmed Thursday at his ACC media days appearance that Miami would no longer be breaking out the iconic jewelry after forcing a turnover. The turnover chain was introduced in 2017 and its various iterations have been a big part of the Miami program for the past five seasons. But the turnover chain era is now over, just like Diaz’s tenure as Miami head coach. And Cristobal really didn't seem too inclined to talk a lot about the chain being put out to pasture on Thursday.
wftv.comOn-Site Parking available at Camping World Stadium for Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe concert
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.
Paul McCartney set to bring ‘Got Back’ tour to Orlando this weekend
Video: Paul McCartney set to bring ‘Got Back’ tour to Orlando this weekend It is the only stadium tour date “Sir Paul” has in the state of Florida. (WFTV)ORLANDO, Fla. — Legendary singer, songwriter and former Beatle Paul McCartney is set to bring his “Got Back” tour to Orlando this weekend. READ: Paul McCartney returns to Orlando: A guide to parking and road closuresThe event is set to also bring a lot of money into Orange County. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Paul McCartney set to bring ‘Got Back’ tour to Orlando this weekendIt is the only stadium tour date “Sir Paul” has in the state of Florida. WATCH: Garth Brooks surprises lucky fans with invites to sound check at Camping World StadiumThis major headliner show is just one of several big events recently held at Camping World Stadium.
wftv.comPaul McCartney returns to Orlando: A guide to parking and road closures
What You Need to Know: Paul McCartney What You Need to Know: Paul McCartney (NCD)ORLANDO, Fla. — Traffic jams, road closures and full parking lots are expected downtown Saturday as Paul McCartney makes his grand return to The City Beautiful. The stadium parking lots open at 4 p.m.READ: Paul McCartney ready to ‘Get Back’ on stage in Orlando: How you can get ticketsThe RV parking lots open at 8 a.m.Road closures downtown begin at 9:30 a.m. and all last through 90 minutes after the event. Church Street between Rio Grande Avenue and Orange Blossom Trail closes at 3:30 p.m.Rio Grande Avenue between Church Street and Anderson Street closes at 3:30 p.m.South Street between Norton Avenue and Rio Grande Avenue closes at 3:30 p.m.Long Street between Rio Grande Avenue and Tampa Avenue closes at 3:30 p.m.Nashville Avenue between Coyler Street and Anderson Street closes at 3:30 p.m. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 31 Photos: Paul McCartney, daughter Mary walk red carpet at 'The Beatles: Get Back' premiere Paul McCartney (left) and Mary McCartney attends the UK Premiere of "The Beatles: Get Back" at Cineworld Empire on November 16, 2021, in London. The stadium parking lots open at 4 p.m.
wftv.com9 things to do this weekend: Orlando Fringe Festival, Monster Jam World Finals, MEGACON and more
Orlando Fringe Festival is starting this weekend. Monster Jam World Finals are returning to Camping World Stadium this weekend, drawing fans from all over the globe. (Monster Jam)MEGACON Orlando is happening this weekend. This weekend will be your last chance to check out Viva La Música at SeaWorld Orlando. READ: Viva La Música returns to SeaWorld Orlando this weekendExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 17 SeaWorld Orlando Viva La Música food (SeaWorld Orlando)The Daytona Beach Beer Fest is happening this weekend.
wftv.comStart your engines! Monster Jam World Finals returns to Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — Monster Jam World Finals returns to Orlando’s Camping World Stadium on May 21 and 22. The two-day event — billed as the biggest event of the season — will feature the best drivers and trucks in various competitions. Read: MegaCon Orlando returns: 9 things to knowThe event will also celebrate Monster Jam’s 30th anniversary and Grave Digger’s 40th anniversary. A schedule of events and ticket information for Monster Jam can be found here. Expand Autoplay Image 1 of 7 Monster Jam comes to Camping World Monster Jam World Finals® returns to Orlando May 21-22 (WFTV)Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comMonster Jam World Finals returning to Orlando this month
Monster Jam Monster Jam World Finals return to Camping World Stadium May 21 and 22, drawing fans from all over the globe. (Monster Jam/Monster Jam), Fla. — Things are starting to rev up here in Orlando. Monster Jam World Finals are returning to Camping World Stadium May 21 and 22, drawing fans from all over the globe. This year also marks Monster Jam’s 30th anniversary and the 40th anniversary of world-famous Grave Digger. READ: May the Fourth be with you: 9 things to know about ‘Star Wars’“On behalf of our partners at the City of Orlando, Orange County, and the tremendous team at Orlando Venues that operates Camping World Stadium, we could not be more pleased to welcome back Feld Entertainment and the Monster Jam World Finals® to Orlando in 2022,” said Jason Siegel, President & CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission.
wftv.comEnglish soccer rivals Arsenal, Chelsea to square at Camping World during Florida Cup this summer
ORLANDO, Fla. — Two of the most popular and successful professional soccer clubs in the world will go head-to-head at Camping World Stadium this summer for the Florida Cup. The Florida Cup has taken place in the state since 2015 and features clubs from all over the world, according to a news release. READ: Walt Disney World removes all face mask requirementsThis year, the Florida Cup Series will extend the wee-klong “Clash of Nations” festival to multiple venues. READ: Maroon 5 to headline Music after Dark event at Universal OrlandoChelsea will headline two other international matches during the Florida Cup Series on July 16 and 20. Click here for Florida Cup Series ticket information.
wftv.comGet ready to rock: Camping World Stadium set to host six major concerts this year
ORLANDO, Fla. — Workers at Camping World Stadium are ready for operations to ramp up. READ: Popular Vegas attraction AREA15 announces Orlando locationMusic legend Billy Joel is scheduled to perform at the stadium on Saturday. Joel is the first of six major concerts at the venue this year. Photos: Camping World Stadium set to host six major concerts this yearExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 5 Camping World Stadium set to host six major concerts this yearGarth Brooks is set to perform on March 26 and Paul McCartney will return to Orlando on May 28. “It’s great to be in Florida,” said Orlando Venues Chief Venues Officer Allen Johnson.
wftv.comMexTour 2022: Camping World Stadium to host opening match next month
Soccer: Iceland at Mexico National Team May 29, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Goal celebration during match between Mexico and Iceland at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports (Jerome Miron/Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports)ORLANDO, Fla. — Camping World Stadium will host the opening match of the MexTour next month. The Mexican National Team will battle Guatemala on April 27 at 8 p.m.Tickets for the Orlando MexTour match will go on sale on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Photos: MexTour 2022: Camping World Stadium to host opening match next month“This international matchup between Mexico and Guatemala at Camping World Stadium is a gift to soccer fans throughout Central Florida and beyond,” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said. We truly are the Soccer Capital of the South.”READ: Russia facing sports isolation over invasion of UkraineTo learn more about the event, click here.
wftv.comCamping World Stadium COVID-19 testing site to close on Monday
ORLANDO, Fla. — If you need a COVID-19 testing test, Monday is your last day to get one at Camping World Stadium. The free drive-thru site has been open since Jan. 10. Here’s what you need to know about the site:No appointment is needed. Testing is free and medical insurance is not required. If individuals have medical insurance, they should bring their insurance card.
wftv.comOrlando’s COVID testing site will close on Feb. 28
ORLANDO, Fla — The City of Orlando has announced they will be closing their COVID testing site at Camping World Stadium on Feb. 28. The site opened Jan. 10, as COVID cases started to spike across much of the country, thanks in part to the Omicron variant. The final day for the COVID-19 testing site at @CWStadium is Feb. 28. Many pharmacies are now offering testing and our partners at @OrangeCOFL continue to operate three free sites --> https://t.co/Y8oqHQzx6z pic.twitter.com/tFL4PG4slI — City of Orlando Gets Vaccinated 💉 #IGotMyShot (@citybeautiful) February 25, 2022READ: COVID latest in Central FloridaOrange County continues to operate three, free COVID testing sites around the county. All three are open 7 days per week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Barnett Park, 4801 W Colonial Dr., Orlando, FL 32808Econ Soccer Complex, 8035 Yates Rd., Orlando, FL 32807South Orange Youth Sports Complex, 11800 S Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32824No appointment is needed, but online pre-registration is required.
wftv.comLatin artist Bad Bunny announces ‘World’s Hottest Tour,’ kicks off in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — The “World’s Hottest Tour” is heading to Orlando after Bad Bunny announced is first stadium tour. Bad Bunny, the multiple-award-winning artist, announced that his tour will make its way through the United States and Latin America. The tour kicks off at Camping World Stadium on Friday, Aug. 5 and ends in Mexico City, Mexico on Dec. 9. Read: Outdoor Zora Festival of the Arts activities rescheduled to June due to COVID concernsJoining Bad Bunny on the U.S. leg of the tour are Grammy nominated DJ and producer Alesso and fellow Grammy nominated artist Diplo. The 29-date stadium tour also marks the first time a Latin artist has headlined a show at Camping World Stadium.
wftv.com‘Very efficient’: COVID-19 testing continues at Camping World Stadium without major lines
Dyer said the city opened the testing site this week to help take pressure off county-run sites. Right now, there is hardly any wait-time at the Free COVID-19 Testing Site at @CWStadium. — Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) January 12, 2022READ: Universal Orlando will soon require team members to be vaccinated or undergo weekly COVID-19 testsHe said the city will keep the Camping World testing site open as long as there is demand for it. Dyer said testing access is important, as the omicron variant continues to spread through the community. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comNew free COVID-19 testing site opens at Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — A new COVID-19 site opens at Camping World Stadium on Monday morning. The city of Orlando hopes the site will cut down the massive lines at other testing sites across Orange County. For weeks now, people have been lining up at sites across Orange County in the dark. Like the Orange County testing sites, the city-run testing site will be open seven days a week. READ: White House, USPS wrapping up plans to ship COVID-19 test kits nationwideThe site opens at 9 a.m. and tests are free.
wftv.comOrange County set to open 4th COVID-19 testing site on Monday to ease demand
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — For more than a month now, the demand for COVID-19 tests has not let up. People in Orange County have been waiting hours in line to get checked for the virus, no matter where they go for a free test. Starting Monday, we could see some change to that as Orange County prepares to open Camping World Stadium to help ease demand. The tents are up and preparations are underway at Camping World Stadium, where more than 3,000 people daily should be able to get a test at the new site. Mayor Buddy Dyer hopes opening another site for testing at Camping World Stadium can change that.
wftv.comCOVID-19 testing site to open at Camping World Stadium next week
ORLANDO, Fla. — The city of Orlando will open a free COVID-19 drive-thru testing site at Camping World Stadium next week. The site will be open starting Jan. 10 on a first-come, first-served basis, seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., until further notice, leaders said. READ: Coronavirus: Up to date or fully vaccinated? READ: Fully vaccinated and still got COVID-19? Here is what you should do nextLeaders said the site will not offer COVID-19 vaccinations.
wftv.comVrbo Citrus Bowl draws thousands to help boost financial recovery for Orlando businesses
ORLANDO, Fla. — Thousands packed into Camping World Stadium on Saturday for the Vrbo Citrus Bowl, to see the Kentucky Wildcats take on the Iowa Hawkeyes. Kentucky won the day, but business owners around the stadium said they are celebrating a victory as well. With bowl game crowds in town, many businesses opened early to draw in extra money from all the visitors. READ: 9 things to do this weekend: Vrbo Citrus Bowl, New Year’s Eve celebrations & more“We had people ready to go,” said Charles Frizzell with Broken Strings Brewery. WATCH: Miley Cyrus smoothly handles wardrobe malfunction during New Year’s Eve telecastSee more in the video above.
wftv.comCamping World Stadium officials prepare to host Cheez-It Bowl with no capacity restrictions in place
ORLANDO, Fla. — Tens of thousands of people are expected to crowd into the stands at Camping World Stadium Wednesday for the Cheez-It Bowl between Clemson and Iowa State University. 🚀 https://t.co/eNMdC4MKDM — Florida Citrus Sports (@FCSports) December 27, 2021Florida Citrus Sports is the management company responsible for producing the bowl. Hogan says there are advantages to playing the game at Camping World Stadium. While people are expected to be in closer contact this year, Hogan says they’re still taking safety precautions. “At the field level, we were much further away…a lot less contact,” Hogan said.
wftv.comGarth Brooks to return to Orlando: What you need to know
Garth Brooks will perform at Camping World Stadium in OrlandoORLANDO, Fla. — The wait is almost over, Orlando. After a five-year hiatus, country legend Garth Brooks will make his way back to the City Beautiful. Previous: For the first time in 18 years, Garth Brooks is coming to OrlandoTickets for the March 26 show will be available late next week. Previous: Garth Brooks tips his hat to Sanford fans before show at The BarnIf you’re anxious to get your hands on some tickets this time around, read on. Read: Garth Brooks gives young fans guitar during concertThere’s an eight-ticket limit, and the show will go on rain or shine.
wftv.comOrlando venues to receive $10 million grant to off set losses during the pandemic
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando City Commissions will announce that the city’s venues, including the Amway Center and Camping World Stadium, will get a $10 million grant. The grant will help the venues off set losses during the pandemic. During the meeting, city leaders will also discuss new scooter rules and building a new fire station and park in Lake Nona. READ: City leaders to vote on building new fire station, park in Lake NonaChannel 9 will monitor the meeting. READ: New scooter rules up for vote in OrlandoClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.com9 things to know about the Florida Classic
Here are nine things to know about the Florida Blue Florida Classic happening at Camping World Stadium on Saturday:>>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<<1. The Florida Blue Florida Classic between Florida A&M University and Bethune-Cookman University will kick off Saturday at 3:30 p.m.2. The first Florida Classic between Florida A&M University and Bethune-Cookman University was held in Tallahassee in 1925. Lynx said that due to the Florida Blue Florida Classic, streets around Camping World Stadium will be closed on Saturday from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. As a result, Links 20, 21, 36 and 107 will be detoured. READ: Channel 9′s Nancy Alvarez to begin new role at Heart of Florida United WayService Alert: Due to the Florida Blue Florida Classic, streets around Camping World Stadium will be closed on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 5a to 11p.
wftv.comElectric Daisy Carnival: Everything you need to know about tickets, road closures and more
EDC Orlando at Camping World Stadium Over 100,000 people attended the Electric Daisy Carnival in Orlando in 2019. (WFTV)ORLANDO, Fla. — Get ready dance and glow your way through this weekend at Electric Daisy Carnival Orlando. Electric Daisy Carnival is an annual three-day dance music festival. According to the Orlando Police Department, 95,000 people are expected to attend EDC per day, generating huge revenue for the region. READ: Astroworld Festival stampede: 22-year-old critically injured at concert dies; death toll rises to 9Will there be road closures?
wftv.comOrlando to announce ‘major rock show’ coming to Camping World Stadium
ORLANDO, Fla. — Officials with the city of Orlando are set to make an announcement this week about a “major rock show” coming to The City Beautiful. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer will join City of Orlando Chief Venues Officer Allen Johnson on Thursday to give details about the major event at Camping World Stadium. Camping World Stadium has been used for many major concerts and events before. READ: Florida woman saves husband after his leg was severed by boat propellerMajor events seen at Camping World Stadium also included Monster Jam and WrestleMania. Channel 9 will attend the major rock show announcement on Thursday and give updates on Eyewitness News.
wftv.comOrange County scales back COVID-19 vaccination sites as positive cases continue decline
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Health officials in Orlando shut down a COVID-19 vaccination site Friday at Camping World Stadium and moved operations across town. The Orange County operations are now back at Barnett Park, near the Central Florida Fairgrounds. Officials said the fight against COVID-19 is moving in the right direction, as Orange County has managed to keep its rolling positivity rate below 10%. A COVID-19 site at Clarcona Elementary school will also close on Sunday. The Barnett Park site remains a place to get tested for COVID-19 as well.
wftv.comOrange County Health officials to end all COVID-19 services offered at Camping World Stadium
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Starting Friday, COVID-19 testing and vaccinations will no longer be offered at Camping World Stadium.
Orange County Health Services announced a series of changes Tuesday coming to their testing and vaccination sites.
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Winter Park Autumn Festival returns next month
WINTER PARK, Fla. — The Winter Park Autumn Festival is returning this year. The event will take place Oct. 9 and Oct. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Central Park in downtown Winter Park. Organizers said the festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists. READ: Monster Jam World Finals returns to Camping World Stadium in 2022Admission to the festival is free. To learn more about the festival, click here.
wftv.comFans fill limited capacity Camping World Stadium for VRBO Citrus Bowl
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.
Camping World Stadium hosts Cheez-It Bowl and thousands of 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.
No. 18 Miami motivated to finish strong in Cheez-It Bowl in Orlando
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.
Central Florida prepares to host bowl games amid pandemic
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.
Businesses take another financial hit after Florida Classic game canceled
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
Battle of the Bands shifts to virtual event
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.
Florida Classic goes virtual because of pandemic
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.
Driver killed in crash near Camping World Stadium, police say
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.