Orlando theme park holiday events: Disney, Universal and Seaworld
Orlando’s theme parks are transforming for the holiday season. Here’s what to expect at Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, and Legoland Florida.
Orlando’s theme parks are transforming for the holiday season. Here’s what to expect at Universal Orlando, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando, and Legoland Florida.
Florida water parks close as near-freezing temperatures sweep the state
It is tough to enjoy the water park when temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s, no matter how much sun is shining. As a wave of arctic air sweeps across Central Florida, several of the theme park water parks have temporarily closed.
It is tough to enjoy the water park when temperatures dip into the 30s and 40s, no matter how much sun is shining. As a wave of arctic air sweeps across Central Florida, several of the theme park water parks have temporarily closed.
Monsters and Muppets to bring new thrills to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as The Muppets prepare to rock and the world of Monsters, Inc. comes to life.
Changes are coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios as The Muppets prepare to rock and the world of Monsters, Inc. comes to life.
Universal Orlando kicks off holiday celebration with festive experiences
Universal Orlando Resort’s annual holiday celebration begins Friday, offering a season of festive experiences for visitors of all ages.
Universal Orlando Resort’s annual holiday celebration begins Friday, offering a season of festive experiences for visitors of all ages.
2 rescued manatees receiving care at SeaWorld Orlando
Two manatees are being nursed back to health at SeaWorld Orlando after separate rescues.
Two manatees are being nursed back to health at SeaWorld Orlando after separate rescues.
First look inside Epic Universe ride, 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry'
Universal Orlando has provided the first sneak peek of the brand new 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry' ride coming to Epic Universe in May 2025.
Universal Orlando has provided the first sneak peek of the brand new 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry' ride coming to Epic Universe in May 2025.
Disney's brand-new cruise ship arrives at Port Canaveral after rescuing 4 people on Monday
The brand-new Disney Treasure cruise ship arrived at its new home, Port Canaveral, on Tuesday morning after assisting the United States Coast Guard in the rescue of four people stuck aboard a sinking boat.
The brand-new Disney Treasure cruise ship arrived at its new home, Port Canaveral, on Tuesday morning after assisting the United States Coast Guard in the rescue of four people stuck aboard a sinking boat.
Disney's Swan & Dolphin announce $257 million expansion
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, iconic landmarks on Disney property since 1990, are set for a $257 million transformation aimed at expanding their appeal for conventions and large gatherings.
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels, iconic landmarks on Disney property since 1990, are set for a $257 million transformation aimed at expanding their appeal for conventions and large gatherings.
Fired Disney employee hacked theme park menus: complaint
A fired employee of Walt Disney World Resort allegedly hacked into restaurant menu software, adding profanity or removing serious allergy information from them, the FBI alleges in a criminal complaint. None of those changes passed safety checks and were ever displayed in front of theme park guests, the complaint said, but the risk was there. The man's attorney said his client hurt no one and that he looks forward to defending him in court.
A fired employee of Walt Disney World Resort allegedly hacked into restaurant menu software, adding profanity or removing serious allergy information from them, the FBI alleges in a criminal complaint. None of those changes passed safety checks and were ever displayed in front of theme park guests, the complaint said, but the risk was there. The man's attorney said his client hurt no one and that he looks forward to defending him in court.
First look at the animatronics inside Epic Universe ride, 'Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment'
On Tuesday, Universal Orlando Resort shared it's first up-close sneak-peek of the monstrous animatronics featured in the ride 'Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment' coming to Epic Universe.
On Tuesday, Universal Orlando Resort shared it's first up-close sneak-peek of the monstrous animatronics featured in the ride 'Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment' coming to Epic Universe.
Bird once extinct in the wild makes comeback with help from Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A bird once declared extinct in the wild is making a comeback in Central Florida, thanks in part to efforts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which is playing a crucial role in global conservation.
A bird once declared extinct in the wild is making a comeback in Central Florida, thanks in part to efforts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which is playing a crucial role in global conservation.
Epic Universe tickets sell out in minutes as passholders face glitches, long waits
Thursday marked the first day Universal Studios annual passholders could buy tickets to the highly anticipated Epic Universe park, and unsurprisingly, they sold out within minutes.
Thursday marked the first day Universal Studios annual passholders could buy tickets to the highly anticipated Epic Universe park, and unsurprisingly, they sold out within minutes.
Walt Disney World raises prices on annual passes
The cost of annual passes at Disney World is rising, with significant increases for various pass options.
The cost of annual passes at Disney World is rising, with significant increases for various pass options.
Pre-sale tickets for Universal’s Epic Universe now available
Universal's highly anticipated "Epic Universe" theme park is set to open just before Memorial Day weekend, with pre-sale tickets available starting Oct. 22.
Universal's highly anticipated "Epic Universe" theme park is set to open just before Memorial Day weekend, with pre-sale tickets available starting Oct. 22.
Epic Universe opening May 2025: When you can buy tickets, book hotel rooms, new lands and attractions
Universal Studios Orlando has announced that Epic Universe, its highly-anticipated fourth theme park in Florida, will open sooner than expected - May 2025. Soon people will be able to purchase tickets to see the new theme park, which will be home to new lands themed after Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and How To Train Your Dragon.
Universal Studios Orlando has announced that Epic Universe, its highly-anticipated fourth theme park in Florida, will open sooner than expected - May 2025. Soon people will be able to purchase tickets to see the new theme park, which will be home to new lands themed after Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and How To Train Your Dragon.
Disney launches new Lightning Lane Premier Pass, cutting wait times at a cost
Disney is rolling out a new way to skip the long lines at its theme parks — but it comes with a hefty price tag.
Disney is rolling out a new way to skip the long lines at its theme parks — but it comes with a hefty price tag.
Newborn Sumatran Tiger cub born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A newborn Sumatran tiger cub has joined the ranks of a critically endangered species at Walt Disney World Resort’s Animal Kingdom.
A newborn Sumatran tiger cub has joined the ranks of a critically endangered species at Walt Disney World Resort’s Animal Kingdom.
Epic Universe opening: Universal Orlando’s new park could welcome visitors sooner than expected, WSJ reports
Universal's new theme park, "Epic Universe," could open as early as Memorial Day next year, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.
Universal's new theme park, "Epic Universe," could open as early as Memorial Day next year, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Walt Disney World to close for nearly all of 2025
The “wildest ride in the wilderness" at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom will close in early January 2025 – and will remain closed for the rest of that year, according to Disney's website.
The “wildest ride in the wilderness" at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom will close in early January 2025 – and will remain closed for the rest of that year, according to Disney's website.
Is ICON Park open after Hurricane Milton hits Florida?
A restaurant and a bar at ICON Park are back open Thursday evening, while others are still waiting to resume operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.
A restaurant and a bar at ICON Park are back open Thursday evening, while others are still waiting to resume operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.