Fire officials said the ride stopped in a raised position, but riders remained upright inside an air-conditioned building. There were no medical complaints.
The turtles were among dozens the SeaWorld Orlando Rescue Team rescued following an unusually cold Florida winter that left many suffering from cold stress and severe malnutrition.
Universal Orlando Resort is offering Florida residents unlimited access to its two flagship theme parks through Dec. 16 for $199 plus tax, while also announcing a new after-hours event at Epic Universe this fall.
Universal Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe brings full-scale fireworks, synchronized lighting, and dancing fountains to Celestial Park in what may be the resort's most ambitious nighttime spectacular yet.
Running July 20 through Aug. 16, this year’s event is bigger than ever, featuring five immersive zones — including two brand-new additions — and is included with regular park admission.
Universal Orlando Resort announced a haunted house inspired by the first three “Hellraiser” films as part of the annual Halloween Horror Nights event.
Inspired by fan-favorite Universal characters and experiences, each sculpture was crafted from 600 to 1,200 pounds of sand and took up to 10 hours to complete.
Central Florida's theme parks and attractions — including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Legoland and more — are celebrating America's 250th birthday on July 4 with fireworks, special events, character experiences, and ticket deals.
Nearly 600 children took part in the World's Largest Swim Lesson at Walt Disney World, an effort to teach water safety to children from around Central Florida.
Walt Disney World confirmed that new miniature displays will be created by the resort’s culinary team in place of the traditional house. Details on exactly what those displays will look like — and how many there will be — are expected to be announced closer to the holiday season.
Fire officials said the ride stopped in a raised position, but riders remained upright inside an air-conditioned building. There were no medical complaints.
Universal Orlando Resort is offering Florida residents unlimited access to its two flagship theme parks through Dec. 16 for $199 plus tax, while also announcing a new after-hours event at Epic Universe this fall.
Universal Celestial Goodnight at Epic Universe brings full-scale fireworks, synchronized lighting, and dancing fountains to Celestial Park in what may be the resort's most ambitious nighttime spectacular yet.
Universal Orlando Resort announced a haunted house inspired by the first three “Hellraiser” films as part of the annual Halloween Horror Nights event.
Inspired by fan-favorite Universal characters and experiences, each sculpture was crafted from 600 to 1,200 pounds of sand and took up to 10 hours to complete.
Central Florida's theme parks and attractions — including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Legoland and more — are celebrating America's 250th birthday on July 4 with fireworks, special events, character experiences, and ticket deals.
From SeaWorld Orlando’s groundbreaking SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep to exciting ride refurbishments and fresh experiences at Walt Disney World, the region is set for a year of unforgettable fun.
The spooky season is still a few months away, but horror fans can get their frightful fix in Orlando this weekend, including exclusive panels of two premier Halloween festivals. Spooky Empire, the largest convention for horror fans in the United States, runs Friday through Sunday at the Doubletree by Hilton at SeaWorld.
SeaWorld Orlando has announced an exciting addition to its Seven Seas Food Festival lineup, inviting guests to let the party play on with newly added performers.
Running from Jan. 31 to May 4, guests can savor nearly 200 food and drink options inspired by international cultures while enjoying the attractions and animal presentations.
Central Florida's theme parks and attractions — including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Legoland and more — are celebrating America's 250th birthday on July 4 with fireworks, special events, character experiences, and ticket deals.
Nearly 600 children took part in the World's Largest Swim Lesson at Walt Disney World, an effort to teach water safety to children from around Central Florida.
Walt Disney World confirmed that new miniature displays will be created by the resort’s culinary team in place of the traditional house. Details on exactly what those displays will look like — and how many there will be — are expected to be announced closer to the holiday season.
Brothers Michael and Bob Archer have spent decades in mechanical and maintenance roles at Walt Disney World, continuing a family trade and helping keep transportation and attractions operating safely every day.
Two Walt Disney World fathers share what it’s like to see their children follow them into Disney careers. Their stories highlight mentorship, skilled trades, leadership and the pride of building a family legacy.
Cinderella's Castle at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World has new life thanks to a magical makeover. Meet some of the team who helped make it all happen.
“Stranger Things” fans will get a chance to return to Hawkins, Indiana, at Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights later this year. The “Stranger Things” haunted house will feature moments from the final season of the show, taking guests through locations in the battle to save Hawkins, like the Wheeler House, the MAC-Z military base, the Upside Down, and the Abyss, before a final confrontation with Vecna.
A 20-acre site near Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe, International Drive and SeaWorld is being transformed into what developers describe as a first-of-its-kind mixed-use affordable housing community designed for Central Florida’s workforce.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom introduced guests to Ivy, a baby Masai giraffe now visible on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Keepers say she’s shy, staying close to mom Willow, and part of an AZA Species Survival Plan conservation effort.
Gatorland in Orlando was forced to evacuate on Tuesday over a reported bomb threat, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Aquarists at EPCOT's The Seas with Nemo & Friends are rehabilitating 14 rescued sea turtles as part of a broader conservation mission that also includes manatee rehabilitation, butterfly tagging, and other wildlife programs largely hidden from public view.
Spheres Bubble Show is led by Blaise Ryndes, a four-time Guinness World Record holder and former America’s Got Talent contestant known for his innovative bubble artistry.
Legoland Florida is packed with summer fun, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience, Peppa Pig's Pig Family Travel Adventure, a Fourth of July fireworks show, and the LEGO Festival.
Set after the events of the 2001 Pixar film, the land places guests inside a Monstropolis now powered by laughter — and ready for human visitors for the very first time.
General public registration for the 2027 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend was rescheduled after technical delays forced runDisney to postpone the originally scheduled Tuesday opening.
The experience offers guests a limited-run, after-hours evening of beachside cocktails, Caribbean dining, animal encounters, live entertainment, and a dramatic fire finale.
The collection of experiences transforms the reimagined Animation Courtyard into an interactive celebration of Disney’s animated legacy.
Passes can be purchased online or in person at any of the three Fun Spot America locations during regular operating hours, according to a news release.
There's a great big beautiful tomorrow for the Carousel of Progress, and Disney World plans its most ambitious makeover yet of the iconic attraction, starting in July, including new decades.
Gatorland's new spot offers more than 25 options, including craft beers, ciders, seltzers, canned cocktails, wine on tap, and non-alcoholic beverages, with bar seating, picnic tables, and a to-go area — all with views of the park’s zipliners and rock climbers.
It’s been one year since Universal Epic Universe was added to the theme park capital of the world, and Epic leaders are addressing expansion plans, annual passes, and heat concerns.
The second Universal Halloween Horror Nights house has been revealed, and it takes us inside Club Juke, set in Clarksdale, Mississippi, circa 1932 — where the band is hot, the night is young and the vampires are already at the door. Here's what we know about the new "Sinners" house.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is taking the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction to a galaxy far, far away from its original experience. The roles for the crew have expanded, the missions have changed, and two new characters are along for the ride.
News 6 got a first look at the newly reimagined attractionTock 'n' Roller Coaster featuring the Muppets at Disney's Hollywood Studios. It's a VIP peek at the chaos before the Electric Mayhem takes the stage at the biggest concert Hollywood has ever seen.
Walt Disney World has a new president. The Walt Disney Company named Joe Schott on Monday to take over the top job from Jeff Vahle, who is retiring. Schott will be in charge of a major expansion at Disney World, home to the most visited theme parks in the world.
For those who can’t make it to the Sanford Welcome Center, the shirts are available for purchase online through the Sanford Main Street website.
Beginning May 26, Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station will bring the beloved Australian animated series to life at Walt Disney World Resort as part of Cool Kids’ Summer.
Jeff Vahle became president in May 2020, navigating Walt Disney World through the COVID-19 pandemic — which forced a temporary shutdown of the resort — and led the landmark 50th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World.
The two Orlando powerhouses announced the launch of the Universal School of Experience Leadership and Innovation, a first-of-its-kind program designed to train the next generation of immersive experience leaders.
Located at Disney Springs West Side, the interactive social gaming venue will bring more than 60 life-sized mini-games to a sprawling 45,000-square-foot space designed for adults and teens.
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed the area at Universal Islands of Adventure will close in phases over the coming months to make way for a new themed land.
