SeaWorld Orlando has a new boss. The theme park announced Thursday that Brad Gilmour will be president of SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove in Orlando, effective immediately.
Holiday decorations, events, treats and more will return to Universal Orlando’s theme parks in November.
Guests 21 and older can explore the aquarium while sampling craft beers from Central Florida breweries and beyond. Guests can encounter sharks, turtles, rays, axolotls, seahorses, and more throughout the evening.
Disney’s solid third quarter was driven by a $1 billion box office haul from “Toy Story 5” and the draw of its U.S. theme parks that helped to offset continued weakness from international tourism.
Based on the 1997 Sony Pictures film and its latest installment, “I Know What You Did Last Summer: The Final Catch,” the haunted house pulls guests through chilling recreations of the film’s most memorable scenes — all while the franchise’s notorious villain, the Fisherman, lurks around every corner
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new silverback gorilla. Bakari, 21, is taking over leadership of the park’s family troop after the departure of longtime silverback Gino.
Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights is paying tribute to the late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne with an all-original haunted house inspired by his legendary solo career.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a new silverback gorilla. Bakari, 21, is taking over leadership of the park’s family troop after the departure of longtime silverback Gino.
Jodi Benson brings a bold new side to Orlando as the Witch in Stephen Sondheim’s “Into the Woods,” running July 31–Aug. 2 at Dr. Phillips Center’s Steinmetz Hall, with an added Saturday matinee.
The Dr. Phillips Center will present a self-produced run of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony Award-winning musical 'Into the Woods' at Steinmetz Hall from July 31 to August 2. Starring Disney Legend and Tony Award nominee Jodi Benson as The Witch, the show weaves together classic fairy tales such as Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel to explore the themes of wishes, consequences, and the meaning of 'happily ever after.'
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has an all-new Australian wildlife walk-through experience at Conservation Station. Here’s what to expect at Jumping Junction, from kangaroos and wallabies to joeys, grazing and a guided, stay-on-the-path experience.
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.
Holiday decorations, events, treats and more will return to Universal Orlando’s theme parks in November.
Universal Orlando Resort's Halloween Horror Nights is paying tribute to the late heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne with an all-original haunted house inspired by his legendary solo career.
Passholder Appreciation Days returns in August, offering Annual and Seasonal Passholders six weeks of exclusive perks, discounts and special experiences across the resort.
A video appears to show sections of a temporary wall collapsing onto a group of visitors on one of the busiest walkways at Universal Orlando.
Fans of the massively popular video game Fortnite can step into a real-world haunted battleground this fall when Fortnitemares comes to life as a new scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort.
Based on New Line Cinema’s latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, guests will navigate the Price family’s secluded woodland vacation home before encountering ferocious Deadites at every turn.
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.
Passholder Appreciation Days returns in August, offering Annual and Seasonal Passholders six weeks of exclusive perks, discounts and special experiences across the resort.
Discovery Cove’s Shark Interaction Program gives participants a chance to meet sharks up close, learn how voluntary training supports animal care, and snorkel with several species — with a portion of proceeds supporting marine conservation.
Tripadvisor has released its latest list of the highest-rated attractions nationwide — though last year’s top pick fell a few places this time around.
SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating sharks in a big way this summer with Baby Shark, Shark Appreciation Week and plenty of family-friendly fun.
The Kissimmee resort announced “The Polar Express” will headline this year’s ice! attraction, a 20,000-square-foot, walk-through experience carved entirely from approximately 2 million pounds of ice.
Artemis: A Celebration of Exploration runs Friday through Sunday and features collector’s Artemis II crew trading cards available while supplies last.
Fans of the massively popular video game Fortnite can step into a real-world haunted battleground this fall when Fortnitemares comes to life as a new scare zone at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort.
The theme park announced that Kumba will permanently close next month, making way for its successor, Kumba’s Revenge.
Based on New Line Cinema’s latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, guests will navigate the Price family’s secluded woodland vacation home before encountering ferocious Deadites at every turn.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has an all-new Australian wildlife walk-through experience at Conservation Station. Here’s what to expect at Jumping Junction, from kangaroos and wallabies to joeys, grazing and a guided, stay-on-the-path experience.
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.
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.
