Celebrating New Year's Eve at Central Florida's theme parks

If you’re looking for ways to ring in the new year at Florida’s theme parks, there are plenty of options.

Inside look: Christmas at Disney's Animal Kingdom

The holiday magic is in the air at Walt Disney World. From visits with Santa to themed treats and desserts, and festive entertainment, there is plenty to do at The Most Magical Place on Earth.

Cinderella Castle repainting: What Walt Disney World guests need to know

Walt Disney World revealed Monday that work on Cinderella Castle, the focal point of Disney's Magic Kingdom theme park, would begin in January 2026 and is expected to be completed sometime within the year.

Disney World brings back seasonal water park pass

The pass can be used to visit Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Disney's Blizzard Beach multiple times.

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala's family, Universal reach agreement in Epic Universe Stardust Racers death: Attorneys

A settlement has been reached between Universal and the family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who died after riding Epic Universe's Stardust Racers coasters, attorney Ben Crump has announced. The details were kept confidential.

Reports: Doctor claims Kevin Rodriguez Zavala didn't have a pulse after riding Stardust Racers

A doctor – who was on vacation at Universal Studio's EPIC Universe – witnessed the moments following of Kevin Rodriguez-Zavala on the duel-launch roller coaster Stardust Racers in September, which led to his death. 

Kevin Rodriguez Zavala: Death report explains what happened on Stardust Racers ride

The Orange County Sheriff's Office released its 11-page incident report into the death of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, who became unconscious and died after riding the Stardust Racers dual-launch roller coaster at Universal's Epic Universe.

How to see Mickey and Santa at Disney World this year
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Drew the Disney Dude joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom to break down all the new construction of the Encanto attraction at Walt Disney World, plus the tips and tricks for everything Christmas and holiday-themed across every Walt Disney World park, including a guide on where to find Santa Claus.

Disability Rights Florida on DOJ investigation into SeaWorld
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Leigh Markowitz, managing attorney with Disability Rights Florida, a nonprofit organization that advocates for people with disabilities, said she was "pleased" that the DOJ was investigating SeaWorld Orlando's recent policy change banning rollator walkers with seats. She said it appears to be a clear violation of the ADA.

Walt Disney World 2026 ride details, updates: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Soarin' Across America

Disney World has revealed new details about what’s coming to its theme parks next year the return of Big Thunder Mountain at Magic Kingdom and changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Bluey coming to Disney World next summer

Bluey and her sister Bingo will be part of a new experience at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

SeaWorld Orlando statement on DOJ investigation: Safety incidents in park led to rollator walker policy change

SeaWorld Orlando has released a statement in response to the U.S. Department of Justice's announcement that it was opening an investigation into the theme park's recent policy change banning certain rollator walkers.

Black Friday: Orlando attractions offering ticket deals, discounts

Some Central Florida attractions are offering their own deals on tickets, passes and more for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

DOJ opens investigation into SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay over rollator walker ban

The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that it is opening an investigation to figure out whether SeaWorld Orlando's recent policy change to ban rollator walkers with seats violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.