Friday, March 8, 2019

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge opening date; Madame Tussauds Orlando adds 2 more superheroes; SeaWorld announces Sesame Street opening date

The latest happenings at Disney, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and other Central Florida attractions.

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March 8, 2019

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Disney announces opening dates for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge lands

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge will open at Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disneyland earlier than previous indicated, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced Thursday.

I-Drive wind tunnels lift VR flyers into 'Dragon' mode

International Drive's iFly attraction offers virtual-reality option based on the "How to Train Your Dragon" movies. It's not exactly a breeze.

Madame Tussauds Orlando adds 2 more superheroes to 'Justice League' lineup

The Flash and Cyborg will join "Justice League: A Call for Heroes" exhibit, which debuted last year at Madame Tussauds Orlando on International Drive

SeaWorld: Sesame Street to open March 27

Sesame Street will open at SeaWorld Orlando theme park on March 27. Look for Big Bird, Bert, Ernie and other popular characters from the TV series.

Disney: Epcot's mariachis bring 'Coco' story to life

The story of the Disney-Pixar film "Coco" and Miguel is now told in song by Mariachi Cobre, longtime Epcot favorites.

SeaWorld ditches polystyrene-foam dinnerware from all its parks

A dozen attractions, including SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens, are getting ride of polystyrene-foam dinner products.

Disney: Epcot flower fest embraces food, other changes

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival has new topiary looks, more outdoor kitchens and fresh souvenir offerings in 2019

Disney preps, polishes Epcot topiaries for upcoming flower fest

New topiaries — and old figures in new locations — move into the upcoming Epcot International Flower & Garden Fest. Look for "Toy Story" newness.

Sea Life plans 'Fins & Flights' craft beer experience

Fins & Flights event — for adults only — will mix aquatic creatures and craft beer at Sea Life Aquarium Orlando

Pictures: Walt Disney World bridal showcase inspires couples

Over 800 guests gather March 2, 2019, at Walt Disney World's Yacht Club Convention Center for Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings Showcase.

'Fancy Nancy' character coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park making room for "Fancy Nancy" character later this spring. She'll be at Animation Courtyard.

Gatorland: Florida residents pay half-price admission in March

It's half-price admission month for Florida residents at Gatorland, the long-time animal attraction on South Orange Blossom Trail.

Jay Leno, Macy Gray, Andy Grammer added to SeaWorld concert lineup

SeaWorld Orlando reveals more entertainers for its Seven Seas Food Festival, which runs through early May.

First look at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge reveals Disney's intense new world

An early peek at a California version of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge reveals that Disney is building one of its most sophisticated attractions ever, training employees to think differently and aiming to reinvent its merchandising, all to make the experience more authentic for guests.

Disney Imagineers built Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge with huge crowds in mind

At Star Wars land, it's inevitable people will stand in line and wait six or more hours to ride an attraction — because they already do now at Animal Kingdom's Flight of Passage ride, said Len Testa, a computer scientist from Touring Plans.

The menu at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge isn't your typical theme park fare

Many of the dishes are more sophisticated and healthier at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. In other words, not burgers and fries.

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge has no shortage of souvenirs you can take home

Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge merchandise will not be in short supply.

Disney's Star Wars double feature: Build Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, then Disney World

Disney is building a small city in Disneyland, its most ambitious project and taking it to market much faster than it's ever done before. Then, it has to duplicate it again at Disney World.

Universal: 'Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle' show set for Harry Potter area

A new projection show called 'Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle' is planned for Universal's Islands of Adventure theme park

Fun Spot America in partnership deal with Florida Citrus Sports, stadium

Fun Spot America will be the official theme park of Florida Citrus Sports and Camping World Stadium thanks to a new 5-year partnership deal.

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