Enzian's presentation of 'A Knight's Tale' comes with a look at medieval weaponry

by Thaddeus McCollum on September 20, 2018 at 3:10PM

Burrow Press throws a party for the release of Kimberly Lojewski's debut collection of stories

by Jessica Bryce Young on September 20, 2018 at 8:00AM

Horror movie podcast 'The Horror Show' tapes a live episode on 'Manos: The Hands of Fate' at the Falcon

by Thaddeus McCollum on September 20, 2018 at 6:00AM

Disney will allow guests to touch a rhino at Animal Kingdom

by Paola Peralta on September 19, 2018 at 1:24PM

“I love talking to guests about how unique each individual rhino’s personality is," says Caitlin Miller, a member of the rhino care team. "I know once guests come and meet the rhinos, they are going to see just how amazing they are and will want to help us secure a future for them.”

CityArts Factory shows off 'the Art of Maker Faire' for this month's Third Thursday

by Monivette Cordeiro on September 19, 2018 at 8:00AM

SeaWorld's plans through 2020 just got leaked and there's a ton of new coasters in the works

by Ken Storey on September 18, 2018 at 3:25PM

SeaWorld seems serious about adding major new rides to almost all of their parks in the coming two years but before any of the 2019 and 2020 projects do open the company hopefully can get Orlando's Infinity Falls ride open. That family raft ride was supposed to open in "Summer 2018."

A new Chinese theme park points to the future of Universal Orlando

by Ken Storey on September 18, 2018 at 12:05PM

Opening at Universal Studios Hollywood alongside the film's opening in theaters the stunt show quickly garnered a cult-like following and is still a must do for most visitors at the park. It was an opening attraction at both Universal Studios Japan and Singapore, leaving Orlando as the only Universal resort in the world to not feature the stunt show.

Disney announces new firework show to replace Epcot's 'IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth'

by Paola Peralta on September 17, 2018 at 3:59PM

After running for nearly 20 years, Walt Disney World announced today that Epcot's beloved firework spectacular "Illuminations: Reflections of Earth" will come to an end in 2019. As of now, the show is planned to continue its run at the World Showcase Lagoon until the end of the summer of 2019, and will be replaced as part of Epcot's multi-year transformation.

SeaWorld, Busch Gardens offering BOGO tickets to Hurricane Florence victims

by Colin Wolf on September 14, 2018 at 5:20PM

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens in Tampa are offering buy-one-get-one single day tickets to residents of states impacted by Hurricane Florence. The two theme parks, which are both owned by the Blackstone Group, announced the promotion this afternoon.

Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights opens tonight

by Paola Peralta on September 14, 2018 at 1:57PM

As for scare zones, the lineup will include original horror stories such as The Harvest, Vamp 85: New Year's Eve and Twisted Tradition alongside MGM's Revenge of Chucky and Killer Klowns from Outer Space. Tickets are sold for select night and can be found here.

Actor barfs on himself while filming commercial for Busch Gardens' Howl-O-Scream

by Colin Wolf on September 14, 2018 at 11:01AM

Morales told the Times that during the shoot they were serving roast pork for dinner, and he regrettably went in for seconds. Howl-O-Scream starts September 21.

SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular returns for another year

by Lora Korpar on September 13, 2018 at 4:19PM

Families can enjoy some kid-friendly Halloween fun as SeaWorld's annual Halloween Spooktacular returns this month. The event will take place every weekend from Saturday, Sept. 22 to Sunday, Oct. 28 and is included with park admission.

Orlando Public Library hosts first-ever Melrose Film Festival this weekend

by Thaddeus McCollum on September 13, 2018 at 2:45PM

New 14-story business hotel confirmed for Walt Disney World

by Ken Storey on September 13, 2018 at 10:41AM

Tishman has also committed millions in upgrades at the Swan and Dolphin, including $3 million in lobby updates coming soon to the Swan hotel just months after a $150 million update to the Dolphin. That update included extensive lobby updates and a refresh to all of the hotel's rooms.

Henao Center hosts Create or Die Print Party along with two other cities

by Jessica Bryce Young on September 13, 2018 at 6:00AM

Busch Gardens announces plans for Tigris, Florida's tallest launch roller coaster

by Paola Peralta on September 12, 2018 at 1:14PM

In addition to the new roller coaster, Busch Gardens has introduced a new Bier Fest event, where guests can sample beer and a snacks every weekend until Sept. 16. They've also begun offering complimentary beer to guests once again after a 10-year dry spell.

The first ever Orlando Flea comes to downtown this weekend

by Lora Korpar on September 11, 2018 at 2:30PM

Lovers of local "artisans, designers, and creators," rejoice! This Sunday, the inaugural Orlando Flea comes to downtown Orlando.

Port Canaveral will soon be home to one of the world's largest cruise ships and they're spending $150 million to get ready for it

by Ken Storey on September 11, 2018 at 6:00AM

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Disney Cruise Line is about to make a statement in Miami that Royal Caribbean won't be able to ignore

by Ken Storey on September 10, 2018 at 12:44PM

Here's everything we know about the rumored Zelda mini-land coming to Universal's Islands of Adventure

by Ken Storey on September 10, 2018 at 11:26AM

It’s thought that the Zelda themed land will include a mix of ideas developed for a smaller Zelda mini-land slated for the original Super Mario World and from former ideas found in other previously planned attractions, including ones involving a Lord of the Rings attraction. In leaked documents of the original plan, the Zelda mini-land had a Hyrule Castle attraction, a forest village, an interactive play area, and a large Deku tree.