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  • ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ arriving at Universal Studios Florida in 2027

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando officials announced on Tuesday a new roller coaster coming to its Universal Studios Florida park.

    “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will join the lineup of Universal Studios Florida coasters in 2027. The ride replaces the “Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit” roller coaster, which closed in August 2025.

    Riders will get a “high-octane” experience of 360-degree drifting as they speed through different maneuvers, including a 170-foot vertical “spike” that will send riders nearly 17 stories in the air over the outskirts of Universal CityWalk, officials said.

    With the coming of the new attraction, “Fast & Furious – Supercharged” will permanently close in 2027.

    More information about Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift will be shared at a later date, officials said. 

     

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  • SeaWorld Orlando’s ‘SeaQuest: Legends of the Deep’ ride to open in 2026

    ORLANDO, Fla. — On Wednesday, SeaWorld Orlando announced a new ride called “SeaQuest: Legends of the Deep,” joining the park’s lineup in 2026.

    Officials described the attraction as a “first-of-its kind suspended dark ride,” featuring marine exploration and the latest in technology.

    Guided by the fictional SEA Collective’s Adventure Team, guests will begin their adventure on a submersible, where they will travel through undersea ecosystems and encounter marine lifeforms and environments.

    Officials said that Annual Pass members will be among the first to ride the attraction upon opening. Officials have not yet released an official opening date. 

     

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  • Universal Orlando announces ‘Rock the Universe’ music festival lineup

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando’s “Rock the Universe” returns to Universal Studios Florida from January 23 – 24, 2026, featuring a weekend of music from some of today’s most popular Christian artists.

    What You Need To Know

    •  Universal Orlando’s “Rock the Universe” returns to Universal Studios Florida from January 23 – 24, 2026

    •  The music festival features an array of today’s most popular Christian artists

    • In addition to the music festival, attendees will have access to Universal Studios Florida’s rides and attractions

    • For additional information about Rock the Universe and to purchase tickets, visit Universal Orlando’s website


    The event will include headline performances by Billboard Christian chart-topper Forrest Frank, Grammy-nominated singer Phil Wickham, Grammy and Dove award-winning band Switchfoot, and multi-platinum artist LECRAE.

    See below for the complete concert lineup:

    Rock the Universe 2026 Weekend Lineup

    Friday, January 23

    Saturday, January 24

    Forrest Frank

    LECRAE

    Switchfoot

    Phil Wickham

    KB

    Colton Dixon

    Blessing Offor

    Passion

    Hulvey

    Terrian

    bodie

    Sam Rivera

    Eli Gable

    Caleb and John

    Hopeful.

    Bay Turner

    Claire Leslie

    Megan Danielle

    Universal officials said those who attend the music festival will also be able to enjoy worship experiences that will take place throughout the entire weekend, including a Sunday morning service on Jan. 25 to close out the event.

    Attendees will also enjoy access to Universal Studios Florida’s attractions during the event, including “Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts,” “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem,” “Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast,” “Revenge of the Mummy,” and more.

    For additional information about Rock the Universe and to purchase tickets, visit Universal Orlando’s website.

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  • Relentless Fear: On The Town at Busch Gardens’ Howl-O-Scream

    TAMPA, Fla. — Spectrum Bay News 9’s Virginia Johnson and co-worker, Digital Producer DeJanae Phillips, braved Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens.

    What You Need To Know

    • Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay returns for its 26th year

    • One of the newest houses at the Halloween event include “M.A.R.S.,” where guests have to escape a space vessel infected with alien creatures

    • Horror enthusiasts can enjoy five houses, five scare zones, two shows and creepy finger foods

    • Select dates from Sept. 5 through Nov. 1


    The duo walked through M.A.R.S., the newest of the five haunted houses at the celebration—on select dates until November 1st.

    It’s the newest haunt, where a derelict spaceship has crash landed on the Red Planet. Infected crew members are panicked, and the lost souls—are already on a changing journey—half insect, half human.

    These corridors give off a heavy sci-fi horror vibe. Now the M.A.R.S. depravity is only part of the Howl-O-Scream experience.

    Here’s the overall rundown: five houses, five scare zones, two shows and creepy food and drink choices.

    Enter if you dare!


    Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream Map

     

    Howl-O-Scream Photo Gallery

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  • Stanley Falls Flume at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to permanently close

    TAMPA, Fla. — Officials with Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced Thursday that its water ride, Stanley Falls Flume, will be permanently closing.

    Guests can ride the log flume for the final time on Sunday, Sept. 7.

    Stanley Falls Flume was one of Busch Gardens’ original rides from its grand opening in 1973. Officials described it as a “classic” that has been “a fan favorite for generations.”

    Officials said in a post on the amusement park’s Facebook page that the ride’s closure will “make way for an exciting new future attraction.”

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  • ‘DINOSAUR’ at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom to permanently close in February

    The closure was planned to make way for the Tropical Americas attraction coming in 2027.

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  • ‘Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit’ roller coaster closes at Universal Studios

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Sunday was the last day to ride the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster at Universal Studios in Orlando.

    Fans wore their “Farewell Tour 2025” T-shirts, sharing memories of the iconic vertical tilt start to the ride — a fan favorite.

    Riders also got a free commemorative guitar pic on the way out.

    The ride opened in 2009, but is closing forever on Aug. 18 to make way for a new attraction. Universal Orlando has not yet revealed any details on the project.

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  • Universal Orlando releases dates for its Passholder Appreciation Days

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando officials released the dates of its annual Passholder Appreciation Days on Thursday.

    Annual and seasonal passholders will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive benefits from Aug. 15 – Sept. 30.

    What You Need To Know

    • Universal Orlando officials will host the park’s annual Passholder Appreciation Days from  Aug. 15 – Sept. 30

    • Universal Orlando’s Seasonal, Power, Preferred and Premier Passholders can enjoy exclusive benefits, such as receiving complimentary 10-year anniversary UOAP magnets, special discounts on Universal Express passes, and more

    • Officials also announced the return of Passholder Nights on Aug. 15 and 16, but due to the event’s popularity, reservations are full for both nights

    • For more information on this year’s Passholder Appreciation Days and additional passholder benefits, visit Universal Orlando’s website


    Some offerings that Universal Orlando’s Seasonal, Power, Preferred and Premier Passholders can enjoy during Passholder Appreciation Days include:

    • Complimentary 10-year anniversary UOAP magnets available in August, followed by a second exclusive magnet giveaway in September.
    • Special discounts on Universal Express passes, mobile food and drink orders, Universal’s Great Movie Escape, Universal Volcano Bay Cabanas, premium seating, food and beverage, merchandise and more.
    • The UOAP Lounge in Toon Lagoon will offer extended hours, remaining open from park open to park close.
    • Passholder exclusive merchandise will be available for purchase at the UOAP Lounge and The Tonight Shop, including adult t-shirts, adult jackets, drinkware and more.
    • An exclusive Coca-Cola Freestyle Souvenir Cup available for purchase at the UOAP lounge in Islands of Adventure, Coca-Cola Refresh Lounge in Universal Studios Florida, and Coca-Cola Icon in Universal CityWalk, along with other locations across the theme park.

    Limited-time menu offerings throughout the park, including:

    • Universal Islands of Adventure: Storm Chaser and Cucumber Collins at Backwater Bar and Smoked Brisket Burger at Captain America Diner
    • Universal Studios Florida: Florida Tea and Fried Pickles at Finnegan’s Bar and Grill
    • Universal CityWalk: Cookie Butter Donut at Voodoo Doughnut, Tlayuda at Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food, Cowboy Candy Chicken Sandwich at NBC Sports Grill & Brew, Pasta al Limone at Vivo Italian Kitchen, and Peach for the Stars at Rising Star

    Passholders can also receive an upstairs dining space and menu items at Lombard’s Seafood Grille in Universal Studios Florida and an exclusive beverage menu item at Universal’s Great Movie Escape in Universal CityWalk.

    Officials also announced the return of Passholder Nights on Aug. 15 and 16. Passholders can enjoy select attractions and venues throughout the park during this free, after-hours party, as well as special event offerings like Bandeira Pizza at Louie’s Italian Restaurant, character meet-and-greets, and a Passholder Nights button giveaway.

    Officials said that due to the event’s popularity, reservations are full for both nights.

    For more information on this year’s Passholder Appreciation Days and additional passholder benefits, visit Universal Orlando’s website.

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  • New Disney animation-inspired experience coming to Hollywood Studios

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Disney officials on Tuesday announced a new animated experience coming to its Hollywood Studios park in 2026.

    “The Magic of Disney Animation” will debut in the building that currently houses “Star Wars: Launch Bay” and will invite guests to explore different studio departments brought to life by Disney characters.

    What You Need To Know

    • “The Magic of Disney Animation” will debut at Disney Hollywood Studios in the building that currently houses “Star Wars: Launch Bay” in 2026

    • The new attraction will invite guests to explore different studio departments brought to life by Disney characters

    • To prepare for the transformation, “Animation Courtyard,” “Star Wars: Launch Bay” and “Disney Jr. Play and Dance!” will close on Sept. 25

    • Additional details will be shared in the coming months, officials said


    Officials said the attraction draws inspiration from the Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, and the short film, “Once Upon a Studio.”

    In the Production Gallery, portraits will come to life just like in “Once Upon a Studio.” Meanwhile in the Screening Theater, guests can view a short film while learning how to draw fan-favorite characters and greet them in real life.

    Families with younger children can enjoy “Drawn to Wonderland,” an indoor playground inspired by the concept art for “Alice in Wonderland.” The play area will feature an oversized flower garden with musical instruments, a Mad Tea Party play set, and a Tulgey Wood exploration area.

    Disney will also reimagine Animation Courtyard as “The Walt Disney Studios,” a newly designed outdoor space offering shaded seating, ideal for relaxing or snacking.

    To prepare for the transformation, “Animation Courtyard,” “Star Wars: Launch Bay” and “Disney Jr. Play and Dance!” will close on Sept. 25. Officials said guests can continue to enjoy “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” and “Walt Disney Presents” while the changes are ongoing.

    Additional details will be shared in the coming months, officials said.

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  • Legoland Florida unveils space theme for its new indoor roller coaster

    WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Legoland Florida Resort announced details on its new, indoor roller coaster on Tuesday.

    What You Need To Know

    • Guests at Legoland Florida will soon be able to adventure around the galaxy aboard its new, indoor roller coaster with a space-themed experience, officials announced Tuesday

    • Guests will blast off from the “Legoland Spaceport 885” launchpad, named in homage to one of the original Lego Space Scooter sets, #885
    • This ride will mark the first roller coaster to open inside the main Legoland Florida theme park since the resort’s debut in 2011
    • The new experience is set to launch at both Legoland Florida Resort and Legoland California Resorts in 2026


    Guests will soon be able to adventure around the galaxy aboard the coaster with a space-themed experience, officials said.

    The new area will feature:

    • The Ultimate Indoor Coaster Experience: Guests will blast off from the “Legoland Spaceport 885” launchpad, named in homage to one of the original Lego Space Scooter sets, #885. This ride will mark the first roller coaster to open inside the main Legoland Florida theme park since the resort’s debut in 2011.
    • Orbital Outpost: Guests can commemmorate their mission at a retail shop packed with stellar souvenirs, space gear and Lego sets.
    • Queue Experience: The journey begins before takeoff with a covered, story-driven queue area inside Legoland Spaceport 885 that invites families to engage, imagine and prepare for launch.
    • Duplo Tot Spot for Tiny Astronauts: Little space explorers can jump, crawl and play in this shaded, soft-surfaced area featuring Duplo bricks, vehicles, characters and a photo op, with nearby seating for adults. The play area is for kids ages 1-4.

    The new experience is set to launch at both Legoland Florida Resort and Legoland California Resorts in 2026, officials said.

    More details about the ride, including the official ride name and grand opening, will be revealed at a later date. 

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  • ‘Wild Oasis’ now open at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

    TAMPA, Fla. — Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced the grand opening of its new experience, “Wild Oasis,” on Tuesday. Officials said the immersive, kid-friendly adventure realm is designed to entertain, educate and inspire. 

    What You Need To Know

    • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced the grand opening of its new, kid-friendly adventure realm called “Wild Oasis” on Tuesday

    • Explorers can dive into the sounds and sights of the rainforest and engage in activities that touch on its many elements, including an all-new drop-tower ride with special effects, a climbing canopy, a new multi-species animal habitat, interactive water play areas, a scavenger hunt and a quick-service restaurant 

    • Get information on tickets, annual passes and more on Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s website


    Explorers can dive into the sounds and sights of the rainforest and engage in activities that touch on its many elements, including an all-new drop-tower ride with special effects, a climbing canopy, a new multi-species animal habitat, interactive water play areas, a scavenger hunt and a quick-service restaurant offering a Latin-American inspired menu, called, “TOMA at Orang Café.”

    “We are thrilled to officially open Wild Oasis to all our guests,” said Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park President Brian Bacica in a statement. “This vibrant, rainforest-inspired realm is filled with incredible animal habitats, immersive attractions and hands-on play areas designed to entertain, educate and inspire. It’s an unforgettable adventure for the whole family.”  

    The Enchanted Falls area of Wild Oasis, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s newest attraction. (Photo Courtesy: United Parks & Resorts)

    At Wild Oasis, guests can experience “Habitat Hideaway,” a multi-species exhibit where the rainforest comes to life with animals such as capybaras, giant anteaters, squirrel monkeys and tropical birds.

    Thrillseekers can also ride “Treetop Drop,” a 35-foot drop tower featuring multimedia jungle scenes and a cenote-themed environment.

    Guests can also test their strength with four levels of climbing structures at the “Canopy Climb,” over 200 feet of horizontal climbing trails, and vertical climbs reaching up to 45 feet high.

    Younger adventurers can get in on the fun at “Enchanted Falls,” an interactive splash pad and play area featuring fountains and spray towers.

    Get information on tickets, annual passes and more on Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s website.

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  • Juneteenth celebrations across Tampa Bay for 2025

    TAMPA, Fla. — Juneteenth, celebrated annually on June 19, became a federal holiday after former President Joe Biden signed the legislation on June 17, 2021.

    The day commemorates the ending of slavery on June 19, 1865, where Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas with news that the war had ended and that the enslaved were now free — two-and-a-half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation — which had become official January 1, 1863.

    Today, Juneteenth is celebrated to reflect and recognize achievements in the African American community. Here’s a look at the festivities that will be taking place around Tampa Bay.

    Citrus County

    Hernando County

    Hillsborough County

    • City of Tampa Annual Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony and Festival
      Friday, June 13, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. | City Center at Hanna Avenue
      Join Mayor Jane Castor and community members as they gather to raise the Juneteenth flag. There will be free food and various vendors.
    • Juneteenth Cultural Celebration
      Saturday, June 14, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Tampa Museum of Art
      Prepare for a community celebration featuring art-making activities, live music and performances, photobooth experience, gallery discussions, local vendors, and more.
    • Arts Legacy Remix
      Monday, June 16, 7:30 p.m. | Straz Center – Jaeb Theater
      Arts Legacy Remix celebrates the different cultures and talented local artists who reside in the Tampa Bay area. The group is putting on its fifth annual Juneteenth commemoration, featuring spoken remembrances, writings of historical importance and an original performance of music, poetry and dance.
    • Tampa Police Juneteenth Summer Block Party
      Thursday, June 19, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Perry Harvey Sr. Park
      This event will feature local vendors, nonprofits, special recognitions and raffles. 
    • Juneteenth Film Celebration
      Thursday, June 19, 6 p.m. | Tampa Theatre
      The film celebration will exhibit local Tampa Bay area films, filmmakers and actors. There will be several previews, short films and features showcased at the event. The event is free, but requires pre-registration online. 
    • Tampa Bay Juneteenth Festival
      June 16 – 21, 2:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Raymond James Stadium
      This is a multi-day festival featuring a youth summit, a “Cultural Couture Ball,” a public discussion about issues within the community, a family fun day at Topgolf and celebration featuring DJs, vendors and dance performances. The events are free, but it is a ticketed event.

    Manatee County

    Pasco County

    Pinellas County

    Polk County

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  • Disney World announces The Muppets coming to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster

    ORLANDO, Fla. — The Muppets will be coming to Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios in 2026.

    Disney will feature The Muppets at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in the Sunset Boulevard area of the park.

    The company made the announcement on its X social media platform on Saturday, featuring Kermit the Frog. This comes as the Muppet*Vision 3D show closes for the last time on the same day.

    The attraction is currently home to the music of rock band Aerosmith, but officials said that fans can still enjoy their sounds through the remainder of 2025.

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  • SeaWorld to begin new drone show as part of its ‘Summer Spectacular’ event

    ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Orlando unveiled a new element to its nighttime entertainment lineup on Thursday.

    As part of its Summer Spectacular event, the park will debut a drone show integrated with its “Ignite Fireworks Spectacular” show. Officials said the drone show is a “first of its kind” for SeaWorld.

    The aerial display will take place above SeaWorld’s central lake, featuring hundreds of synchronized drones that create waves, glowing sea creatures and light formations.

    Guests will get the opportunity to witness the drone show starting June 7.

    SeaWorld officials also announced new additions coming to the park, including the recently-opened “Expedition Odyssey,” an immersive multi-sensory Arctic flying theater experience, and “HydroSurge,” a circus show at the Nautilus Theater. Both of these attractions are located in air-conditioned venues, offering an escape from the summer heat.

    For a full schedule of events, visit SeaWorld Orlando’s website.

     

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  • Video game, TV series ‘Fallout’ joins Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights lineup

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal officials revealed more attractions coming to this year’s Halloween Horror Nights on Thursday.

    Fans of the popular video game franchise and TV series “Fallout” will be able to immerse themselves in a post-apocalyptic world at Universal’s annual Halloween event.

    What You Need To Know

    • Fans of the popular video game franchise and TV series “Fallout” will be able to immerse themselves in the post-apocalyptic world at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios

    • Officials made the reveal on their Halloween Horror Nights social media platform on X

    • Guests can purchase Halloween Horror Nights tickets on Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood’s websites


    Officials made the reveal on their Halloween Horror Nights social media platform on X. Officials said that guests can expect “no sheltering from this horror.”

    The haunted house is based on the award-winning video game franchise from Bethesda Game Studios. It made its debut as a TV series on Prime Video in 2024.

    The cinematic series is set in the year 2296, 200 years after a nuclear war destroyed civilization. All that is left is an eradicated and highly violent area known as “The Wasteland” crawling with mutated animals and creatures, while citizens take refuge underground in luxury fallout shelters called Vaults.

    The journey begins for guests beneath the surface in Vault 33, where they will have to fend off raiders alongside Lucy MacLean. They will also get to visit iconic locations like the Super Duper Mart, escape to the wasteland of Filly and confront The Ghoul, a formidable bounty hunter. Guests can also expect an encounter with Maximus with the Brotherhood of Steel and see T-60 power armor.

    More details about Halloween Horror Nights 2025 are coming soon, officials said. Guests can purchase tickets on Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood’s websites.

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  • ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ coming to Halloween Horror Nights 2025

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal gave horror fans a peek of what they can expect at this year’s Halloween Horror nights on Sunday.

    The popular survival horror video game, “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” will be joining the lineup of scares coming to Universal’s annual Halloween event.

    What You Need To Know

    • The popular survival horror video game, “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” will be joining the lineup of scares coming to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights this year
    • Universal officials made the announcement via its Halloween Horror Nights account on the social media platform, X, over the weekend

    • More details about the attraction will be coming soon, officials said


    Universal officials made the announcement via its Halloween Horror Nights account on the social media platform, X, over the weekend, stating that Five Nights at Freddy’s “is coming in a whole new way” to the Halloween event in both Orlando and Hollywood locations.

    The video game, which made its debut in the summer of 2014, has expanded into a horror franchise featuring several video game sequels, spinoffs, a book series and more. It was made into a movie in 2023, with a sequel set to hit theaters in December 2025.

    More details about the attraction will be coming soon, officials said.

    Halloween Horror Nights will run from Aug. 29 — Nov. 2.

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  • FDisney reveals details on new ‘Cars’-themed Piston Peak National Park

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Walt Disney World officials on Tuesday shared details of its new “Cars”-themed land coming to Magic Kingdom, called Piston Peak National Park.

    What You Need To Know

    • Walt Disney World officials on Tuesday shared details of its new “Cars”-themed land coming to Magic Kingdom, called Piston Peak National Park

    • The land, located in the Liberty Square and Frontierland areas, will feature a visitor’s lodge, Ranger HQ, trails and more

    • As work gets underway, the Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat will close on July 7


    The land, located in the Liberty Square and Frontierland areas, will be part of the “largest expansion in the history of Magic Kingdom,” officials said.

    Guests will be able to explore a visitor’s lodge, Ranger HQ, trails and more. Despite its fictional roots, Piston Peak is inspired by the Rocky Mountains, the history and the sights of the American Frontier and its national parks.   

    Disney Imagineers are using a style of architecture called “Parkitecture,” which was developed by the National Park Service to “create structures that harmonize with the natural environment,” officials said.    

    Disney officials also said trees will provide a natural barrier between Piston Peak and other parts of Frontierland and Liberty Square. Mountains will be nestled along a waterway and geysers from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will stretch into the new trail system.

    As work gets underway, the Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat will close on July 7.

    Disney officials also announced Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will reopen next year, along with the debut of Disney Starlight on July 20 and The Beak and Barrel opening later this year.

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  • What to know about Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s new theme park

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida residents and visitors will be flocking to Orlando beginning Thursday for Universal Orlando’s highly-anticipated grand opening of its fourth park, Epic Universe.

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    The park will feature five themed worlds: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, Dark Universe and Celestial Park.

    If you’re one of the many thrill-seekers about to experience Universal’s latest installment, here’s what to know before heading out.

    • Plan ahead
      There are bound to be large crowds with the park’s opening, as well as long wait times for rides and attractions. Map out everything you want to experience first before heading out, and take advantage of Universal’s Express Pass option.
    • Hydrate!
      The park is opening just before the summer break season gets underway for Florida. Be sure to drink water so that heat exhaustion and dehydration don’t ruin your day.
    • Wear comfortable clothing
      Epic Universe is built on 750 acres of land, so be prepared to do a lot of walking!
    • Establish meeting places
      Cell phone service may be limited due to the number of people at the park, or if you and your group split up on wanting to do different activities, it’s important to have a place where you can all meet back up at afterward.
    • Be courteous
      Many people are looking forward to experience Epic Universe for the first time. Be respectful to other attendees, as well as the Universal Orlando Team Members, to ensure a good time for all. 
       

    Staying Cool at the Park

    Here are a list of items that will help you beat the heat! Spectrum News did not receive any compensation for the mentioning of these items below. We put together the list to give visitors ideas on what they might want to bring to the park during the hot summer months.

     

    “Beyond this gate, find gardens green

    And epic worlds to fill your dreams…”


     

     

    The Five Worlds

    Celestial Park 🌌✨☄️

    Adventurers will begin their journey at Celestial Park. At the entrance of the gate stands The Chronos, a device that is keeping the portals to the other four worlds open. Directly across from the entrance stands Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a resort that’s inside of Epic Universe. It has a dedicated entrance into the park itself and can be seen throughout all areas of Celestial Park. With an interstellar theme and orchestral music heard throughout the area, guests will be able to enjoy a serene environment before they explore the worlds. For those looking to dive into some excitement beforehand, Stardust Racers is a dual-track roller coaster that emulates the movement of a comet zooming through the cosmos. For more of a relaxed atmosphere, guests can ride on Constellation Carousel, or cool off from the Florida heat in Astronomica, an interactive water play area.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Celestial Park

    Highlights of Celestial Park at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Constellation Carousel, Stardust Racers and Pizza Moon. (Spectrum News)

    SUPER NINTENDO WORLD 🍄⭐🎮

    Another world of Epic Universe includes a widely-known video game franchise. Super Nintendo World is filled with vibrant colors and loads of nostalgia. If you’re a fan of the Super Mario World series, you’ll be able to spot notable landmarks from the games, such as Princess Peach’s Castle and Bowser’s Castle. Guests will be able to roam around the Mushroom Kingdom, interacting with the yellow “?” Blocks while listening to the iconic game audio tracks playing in the background, almost as if they were in a video game themselves.

    Fans of the Mario Kart racing games team up with Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach to face off against Team Bowser in “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge.” With the help of special goggles, guests can collect coins and launch shells as they navigate through different landscapes. Guests can compete either individually or as a team member, interacting with their favorite Super Mario characters on the ride. If you’re looking for a more leisurely ride, you can hop on the back of Yoshi and search for glowing eggs throughout the Mushroom Kingdom aboard “Yoshi’s Adventure.”

    Super Nintendo World also brings the world of Donkey Kong to life with a lush, jungle theme and its own interactive experiences. Guests will be able to join Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong on a quest to protect the golden banana on “Mine Cart Madness.” Riders will board a coaster designed like a mine cart and zip through the track at high speeds with motifs from the video game.

    And staying true to its theme, Super Nintendo World offers opportunities for guests to play interactive games in the form of Power-Up bands, which are available for purchase at various retail spots in Universal Studios Hollywood as well as inside Super Nintendo World at the 1-UP Factory store. Wear a Power-Up band featuring your favorite Super Ninendo character while playing games and collecting digital keys to defeat Bowser Jr. to recover the stolen Golden Mushroom for Princess Peach. And just like in your favorite video games, you can also use your Power-Up band to collect digital coins.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Super Nintendo World

    Highlights of Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Princess Peach’s Castle, themed merchandise and Mine Cart Madness. (Spectrum News)

    Dark Universe 🌕🦇🧛

    Discover a world of myth and mystery as classic Universal Monsters such as Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, and the Werewolf come to life in Dark Universe. With gothic designs throughout the area, guests can venture into the village of Darkmoor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s monstrous experiments roam freely. In “Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment,” guests can venture into Frankenstein Manor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein continues her family’s experiments. The ride gets you up close to iconic monsters in the form of animatronics, like The Wolf Man, The Mummy, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Brides of Dracula, and more.  As she attempts to control the power of these monsters, Dracula breaks free, enraged and seeking vengeance.

    If you survive the manor, you can learn about the origin of The Wolf Man on “Curse of the Werewolf.” Guests will enter the wagon camp of The Guild of Mystics, where they will be greeted by the guild’s all-knowing seer. She warns that you carry the mark of the werewolf, and after boarding a wagon, the ride then takes guests on a high-speed adventure through a forested track as you try escaping other werewolves lurking around. 

    If you feel that the rides might be too intense for small children, kids can still get in on the monstrous fun with the “Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience.” Guests will have the opportunity to transform into their favorite Universal Monster with the help of special effects artists. You can also opt for temporary tattoos instead of full makeup. You can book a makeup appointment on Universal Orlando’s website. Prices start at $45 for the “Experiment” ticket, which features face makeup, and $169 for the “Transformation” ticket, which includes face makeup and matching accessories.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Dark Universe

    Highlights of Dark Universe at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and The Manor Storehouse. (Spectrum News)

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic 🧙‍♂️🦉🪄

    This world brings the third installment of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter areas featured in Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. The world at Epic Universe brings themes from the “Fantastic Beasts” films and the British Ministry of Magic from the “Harry Potter” series through a shopping district called Place Cachée in 1920s Paris.

    Guests will be able to use the Métro-Floo to travel from Paris to the British Ministry of Magic for the featured attraction, “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.” You can explore the departments within the ministry while the trial of Dolores Umbridge is about to get underway. The trial doesn’t go exactly as planned, however, as Umbridge plots to escape before being brought to justice. Guests will team up with the series’ beloved main characters — Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger — to stop Umbridge aboard an omnidirectional lift while also avoiding Death Eaters and other evil creatures.

    And don’t forget to get your wands ready! Like Universal Orlando’s wizarding worlds in its other theme parks, this world features numerous new interactive wand experiences throughout the area, where guests can cast spells in various locations and witness the magic come to life. You can also use your wands to interact with fantastic beasts and enchanted objects. Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique offers wands available for purchase, designed by esteemed artisan wandmaker, Cosme Acajor.

    After an action-packed wizardly adventure, guests can unwind and enjoy a live stage show at Le Cirque Arcanus, a circus featured in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.” Ringmaster Skender steals Newt Scamander’s suitcase — which contains fantastic beasts from around the globe — in an attempt to restore the circus to its former glory. It’s up to circus employee Gwenlyn to rescue the creatures from Skender in a mix of live performances, puppetry and special effects.

    Tip: Le Cirque Arcanus contains a preshow, which is standing room in a circus tent. This can tend to get hot and crowded, especially during the summer months.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic

    Highlights of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Le Cirque Arcanus, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique and K. Rammelle. (Spectrum News)

    How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk 🐲🪓🗡️

    Explore a world filled with Vikings and dragons alike from the “How to Train Your Dragon” movie series. The Isle of Berk features iconic characters such as Hiccup and Toothless, Astrid and Stormfly, Ruffnut and Tuffnut, and more. The world features many family-friendly rides, such as Hiccup’s Wing Gliders. Guests can experience what it’s like to fly on a dragon with the help of a winged contraption created by Hiccup. The ride reaches speeds of up to 45 mph and heights of 50 feet through the air as you soar alongside Hiccup and Toothless.

    There are also opportunities to hang out with Hiccup and Toothless during a meet-and-greet at the Haddock Paddock. Visitors can pet and interact with Toothless, and see him respond in a friendly manner.

    Park goers can also expect to see other Vikings and dragons roaming around Berk.

    At Fyre Drill, guests can join in on some playful competition with Viking twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut on an interactive boat ride. Families can use water cannons aboard their boat to shoot at flame-like targets — and other boats.

    Guests can also do mid-air acrobatics and barrel rolls on Dragon Racer’s Rally. The ride elevates guests in the air up to 67 feet with the help of Viking-crafted, dragon-riding trainers to practice the abilities of a champion dragon racer.

    And Berk isn’t short of live entertainment — The Untrainable Dragon is a heart-warming, family-friendly show that features characters Hiccup, Toothless, Gobber and Astrid as they solve the mystery of The Untrainable Dragon. It’s filled with numerous musical performances, elaborate sets and larger-than-life dragons – including the fan-favorite Toothless who soars over the audience, spanning nearly 27 feet.

    Little Vikings can hone their skills in an interactive play area called Viking Training Camp. The area includes an agility course, musical drums and chimes, an interactive sheep launcher game and multiple towers to climb and explore.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk

    Highlights of How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include a meet-and-greet with Hiccup and Toothless, as well as rides such as Dragon Racer’s Rally. (Spectrum News)

    New Epic Universe Hotels 🏨🛎️🌴

    Universal Orlando opened three new hotels adjacent to its Epic Universe park — Universal Helios Grand Hotel, Universal Terra Luna Resort and Universal Stella Nova Resort.

    Universal Helios Grand Hotel, the “crown jewel” of Universal’s hotels, is the newest hotel to open. The 500-room hotel overlooks Epic Universe, and has a Mediterranean-inspired feel. It offers rooms with views of the theme park, as well as a dedicated entrance to the park for ticket holders — which is just steps away.

    The new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, located at Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla. (Spectrum News)


    READ MORE:     New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

    Universal Terra Luna Resort and Universal Stella Nova Resort offer space-themed rooms and proximity to Epic Universe as well, at an affordable price point. Both hotels feature a variety of cosmic-themed dining options and numerous amenities.

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    You can plan your vacation, purchase Express Passes, shop for merchandise and get additional information on Universal Orlando’s website.

    Whether you’re attending the park’s grand opening or going on a later date, Epic Universe features interactive experiences that are bound to immerse guests into their own epic adventures.

     

    “You wonder next which path to chart

    The answer lies within your heart.”

     

    Meet the Insiders

    DeJanae Phillips

    DeJanae Phillips is a Digital Producer with Spectrum Bay News 9. A born and raised Tampa native, she joined the company in 2022 and covers Florida attractions. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.

    Anna Wronka

    Anna Wronka is a Digital Producer with Spectrum Bay News 9. She joined the company in 2022, and currently focuses on coverage of Florida attractions. She has a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University.

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  • What to know about Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s new theme park

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Florida residents and visitors will be flocking to Orlando beginning Thursday for Universal Orlando’s highly-anticipated grand opening of its fourth park, Epic Universe.

    💫 MORE EPIC UNIVERSE COVERAGE:

    The park will feature five themed worlds: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk, Dark Universe and Celestial Park.

    If you’re one of the many thrill-seekers about to experience Universal’s latest installment, here’s what to know before heading out.

    • Plan ahead
      There are bound to be large crowds with the park’s opening, as well as long wait times for rides and attractions. Map out everything you want to experience first before heading out, and take advantage of Universal’s Express Pass option.
    • Hydrate!
      The park is opening just before the summer break season gets underway for Florida. Be sure to drink water so that heat exhaustion and dehydration don’t ruin your day.
    • Wear comfortable clothing
      Epic Universe is built on 750 acres of land, so be prepared to do a lot of walking!
    • Establish meeting places
      Cell phone service may be limited due to the number of people at the park, or if you and your group split up on wanting to do different activities, it’s important to have a place where you can all meet back up at afterward.
    • Be courteous
      Many people are looking forward to experience Epic Universe for the first time. Be respectful to other attendees, as well as the Universal Orlando Team Members, to ensure a good time for all. 
       

    Staying Cool at the Park

    Here are a list of items that will help you beat the heat! Spectrum News did not receive any compensation for the mentioning of these items below. We put together the list to give visitors ideas on what they might want to bring to the park during the hot summer months.

     

    “Beyond this gate, find gardens green

    And epic worlds to fill your dreams…”


     

     

    The Five Worlds

    Celestial Park 🌌✨☄️

    Adventurers will begin their journey at Celestial Park. At the entrance of the gate stands The Chronos, a device that is keeping the portals to the other four worlds open. Directly across from the entrance stands Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a resort that’s inside of Epic Universe. It has a dedicated entrance into the park itself and can be seen throughout all areas of Celestial Park. With an interstellar theme and orchestral music heard throughout the area, guests will be able to enjoy a serene environment before they explore the worlds. For those looking to dive into some excitement beforehand, Stardust Racers is a dual-track roller coaster that emulates the movement of a comet zooming through the cosmos. For more of a relaxed atmosphere, guests can ride on Constellation Carousel, or cool off from the Florida heat in Astronomica, an interactive water play area.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Celestial Park

    Highlights of Celestial Park at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Constellation Carousel, Stardust Racers and Pizza Moon. (Spectrum News)

    SUPER NINTENDO WORLD 🍄⭐🎮

    Another world of Epic Universe includes a widely-known video game franchise. Super Nintendo World is filled with vibrant colors and loads of nostalgia. If you’re a fan of the Super Mario World series, you’ll be able to spot notable landmarks from the games, such as Princess Peach’s Castle and Bowser’s Castle. Guests will be able to roam around the Mushroom Kingdom, interacting with the yellow “?” Blocks while listening to the iconic game audio tracks playing in the background, almost as if they were in a video game themselves.

    Fans of the Mario Kart racing games team up with Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach to face off against Team Bowser in “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge.” With the help of special goggles, guests can collect coins and launch shells as they navigate through different landscapes. Guests can compete either individually or as a team member, interacting with their favorite Super Mario characters on the ride. If you’re looking for a more leisurely ride, you can hop on the back of Yoshi and search for glowing eggs throughout the Mushroom Kingdom aboard “Yoshi’s Adventure.”

    Super Nintendo World also brings the world of Donkey Kong to life with a lush, jungle theme and its own interactive experiences. Guests will be able to join Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong on a quest to protect the golden banana on “Mine Cart Madness.” Riders will board a coaster designed like a mine cart and zip through the track at high speeds with motifs from the video game.

    And staying true to its theme, Super Nintendo World offers opportunities for guests to play interactive games in the form of Power-Up bands, which are available for purchase at various retail spots in Universal Studios Hollywood as well as inside Super Nintendo World at the 1-UP Factory store. Wear a Power-Up band featuring your favorite Super Ninendo character while playing games and collecting digital keys to defeat Bowser Jr. to recover the stolen Golden Mushroom for Princess Peach. And just like in your favorite video games, you can also use your Power-Up band to collect digital coins.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Super Nintendo World

    Highlights of Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Princess Peach’s Castle, themed merchandise and Mine Cart Madness. (Spectrum News)

    Dark Universe 🌕🦇🧛

    Discover a world of myth and mystery as classic Universal Monsters such as Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, and the Werewolf come to life in Dark Universe. With gothic designs throughout the area, guests can venture into the village of Darkmoor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein’s monstrous experiments roam freely. In “Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment,” guests can venture into Frankenstein Manor, where Dr. Victoria Frankenstein continues her family’s experiments. The ride gets you up close to iconic monsters in the form of animatronics, like The Wolf Man, The Mummy, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, the Brides of Dracula, and more.  As she attempts to control the power of these monsters, Dracula breaks free, enraged and seeking vengeance.

    If you survive the manor, you can learn about the origin of The Wolf Man on “Curse of the Werewolf.” Guests will enter the wagon camp of The Guild of Mystics, where they will be greeted by the guild’s all-knowing seer. She warns that you carry the mark of the werewolf, and after boarding a wagon, the ride then takes guests on a high-speed adventure through a forested track as you try escaping other werewolves lurking around. 

    If you feel that the rides might be too intense for small children, kids can still get in on the monstrous fun with the “Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience.” Guests will have the opportunity to transform into their favorite Universal Monster with the help of special effects artists. You can also opt for temporary tattoos instead of full makeup. You can book a makeup appointment on Universal Orlando’s website. Prices start at $45 for the “Experiment” ticket, which features face makeup, and $169 for the “Transformation” ticket, which includes face makeup and matching accessories.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Dark Universe

    Highlights of Dark Universe at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment and The Manor Storehouse. (Spectrum News)

    The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic 🧙‍♂️🦉🪄

    This world brings the third installment of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter areas featured in Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure. The world at Epic Universe brings themes from the “Fantastic Beasts” films and the British Ministry of Magic from the “Harry Potter” series through a shopping district called Place Cachée in 1920s Paris.

    Guests will be able to use the Métro-Floo to travel from Paris to the British Ministry of Magic for the featured attraction, “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.” You can explore the departments within the ministry while the trial of Dolores Umbridge is about to get underway. The trial doesn’t go exactly as planned, however, as Umbridge plots to escape before being brought to justice. Guests will team up with the series’ beloved main characters — Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger — to stop Umbridge aboard an omnidirectional lift while also avoiding Death Eaters and other evil creatures.

    And don’t forget to get your wands ready! Like Universal Orlando’s wizarding worlds in its other theme parks, this world features numerous new interactive wand experiences throughout the area, where guests can cast spells in various locations and witness the magic come to life. You can also use your wands to interact with fantastic beasts and enchanted objects. Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique offers wands available for purchase, designed by esteemed artisan wandmaker, Cosme Acajor.

    After an action-packed wizardly adventure, guests can unwind and enjoy a live stage show at Le Cirque Arcanus, a circus featured in “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.” Ringmaster Skender steals Newt Scamander’s suitcase — which contains fantastic beasts from around the globe — in an attempt to restore the circus to its former glory. It’s up to circus employee Gwenlyn to rescue the creatures from Skender in a mix of live performances, puppetry and special effects.

    Tip: Le Cirque Arcanus contains a preshow, which is standing room in a circus tent. This can tend to get hot and crowded, especially during the summer months.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic

    Highlights of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include Le Cirque Arcanus, Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique and K. Rammelle. (Spectrum News)

    How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk 🐲🪓🗡️

    Explore a world filled with Vikings and dragons alike from the “How to Train Your Dragon” movie series. The Isle of Berk features iconic characters such as Hiccup and Toothless, Astrid and Stormfly, Ruffnut and Tuffnut, and more. The world features many family-friendly rides, such as Hiccup’s Wing Gliders. Guests can experience what it’s like to fly on a dragon with the help of a winged contraption created by Hiccup. The ride reaches speeds of up to 45 mph and heights of 50 feet through the air as you soar alongside Hiccup and Toothless.

    There are also opportunities to hang out with Hiccup and Toothless during a meet-and-greet at the Haddock Paddock. Visitors can pet and interact with Toothless, and see him respond in a friendly manner.

    Park goers can also expect to see other Vikings and dragons roaming around Berk.

    At Fyre Drill, guests can join in on some playful competition with Viking twins Ruffnut and Tuffnut on an interactive boat ride. Families can use water cannons aboard their boat to shoot at flame-like targets — and other boats.

    Guests can also do mid-air acrobatics and barrel rolls on Dragon Racer’s Rally. The ride elevates guests in the air up to 67 feet with the help of Viking-crafted, dragon-riding trainers to practice the abilities of a champion dragon racer.

    And Berk isn’t short of live entertainment — The Untrainable Dragon is a heart-warming, family-friendly show that features characters Hiccup, Toothless, Gobber and Astrid as they solve the mystery of The Untrainable Dragon. It’s filled with numerous musical performances, elaborate sets and larger-than-life dragons – including the fan-favorite Toothless who soars over the audience, spanning nearly 27 feet.

    Little Vikings can hone their skills in an interactive play area called Viking Training Camp. The area includes an agility course, musical drums and chimes, an interactive sheep launcher game and multiple towers to climb and explore.

    READ MORE: Everything you need to know about How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk

    Highlights of How to Train Your Dragon — Isle of Berk at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe theme park include a meet-and-greet with Hiccup and Toothless, as well as rides such as Dragon Racer’s Rally. (Spectrum News)

    New Epic Universe Hotels 🏨🛎️🌴

    Universal Orlando opened three new hotels adjacent to its Epic Universe park — Universal Helios Grand Hotel, Universal Terra Luna Resort and Universal Stella Nova Resort.

    Universal Helios Grand Hotel, the “crown jewel” of Universal’s hotels, is the newest hotel to open. The 500-room hotel overlooks Epic Universe, and has a Mediterranean-inspired feel. It offers rooms with views of the theme park, as well as a dedicated entrance to the park for ticket holders — which is just steps away.

    The new Universal Helios Grand Hotel, located at Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla. (Spectrum News)


    READ MORE:     New Universal Helios Grand Hotel welcomes its first guests

    Universal Terra Luna Resort and Universal Stella Nova Resort offer space-themed rooms and proximity to Epic Universe as well, at an affordable price point. Both hotels feature a variety of cosmic-themed dining options and numerous amenities.

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    You can plan your vacation, purchase Express Passes, shop for merchandise and get additional information on Universal Orlando’s website.

    Whether you’re attending the park’s grand opening or going on a later date, Epic Universe features interactive experiences that are bound to immerse guests into their own epic adventures.

     

    “You wonder next which path to chart

    The answer lies within your heart.”

     

    Meet the Insiders

    DeJanae Phillips

    DeJanae Phillips is a Digital Producer with Spectrum Bay News 9. A born and raised Tampa native, she joined the company in 2022 and covers Florida attractions. She graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelor’s degree in journalism.

    Anna Wronka

    Anna Wronka is a Digital Producer with Spectrum Bay News 9. She joined the company in 2022, and currently focuses on coverage of Florida attractions. She has a master’s degree in journalism from Northwestern University.

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  • Disney World releases dates for EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival

    ORLANDO, Fla. — Get your appetites ready: Walt Disney World officials announced its International Food Wine & Festival dates at EPCOT. 

    What You Need To Know

    •  Walt Disney World officials announced EPCOT’s 2025 International Food Wine & Festival dates on Monday

    • The event will run for 90 days in 2025, from Aug. 28 – Nov. 22

    • Foodies can expect over 35 global marketplaces around the park to indulge in new and returning favorite dishes and popular activities


    The event will run for 90 days in 2025, from Aug. 28 – Nov. 22, officials said Monday.

    Foodies can expect over 35 global marketplaces around the park to indulge in new and returning favorite dishes. Guests can also participate in special activities such as “Emile’s Fromage Montage” and “Remy’s Hide & Squeak Scavenger Hunt.”

    The Eat to the Beat Concert Series will return at the America Gardens in the American Adventure Pavilion with a lineup of fan favorite musical artists and new local sounds. Admission is included with EPCOT park entry and dining packages are offered for those seeking guaranteed seating.

    Guests can also enjoy seasonal themed displays and featured ingredients on display on the “Living with the Land” boat ride. It features an inside look at innovative agricultural techniques and sustainable food practices.

    Get more details on the menu, concert series and additional activities on Disney World’s website.

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