Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Universal sets holiday celebration dates; Report finds the cheapest theme park in Florida; 'Rivers of Light' update coming to Animal Kingdom

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

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April 23, 2019

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Universal sets dates for 2019 holiday celebrations

Grinchmas, Harry Potter, Mannheim Steamroller and a Macy's parade will be at home for the holidays again at Universal Orlando in 2019

Report finds the cheapest theme park in Florida

Fun Spot America was the only major Florida amusement park that offered free parking, said the report from HomesToGo, a vacation rental search engine.

Disney: 'Rivers of Light' update coming to Animal Kingdom

Disneynature footage, Disney animation will be added to "Rivers of Light" show at Animal Kingdom theme park starting in late May.

WonderWorks, astronaut team up on educational project

Don Thomas, who flew on four Space Shuttle missions, will make appearances as part of WonderKids, an educational project of WonderWorks Orlando.

Disney Springs: Ins and out of Grapefruit Garage parking

New Grapefruit Garage adds to parking options for Disney Springs. But where are you?

Experience the gourmet dining of Wolfgang Puck's Spago at Disney Springs event

Enjoy The Spago Experience at Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill on April 23 at Disney Springs.

Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway's opening pushed back into 2020 at Hollywood Studios

Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway was scheduled to open tentatively in the fall 2019 but will now debut in spring 2020.

Disney World's new solar farm is twice the size of the Magic Kingdom

Under the perfect sunny conditions, up to 25 percent of Walt Disney World Resort runs on solar power.

Disney: 'Beauty and the Beast' bar coming to Grand Floridian

Be their guest: A bar and lounge inspired by "Beauty and the Beast" will open at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort later this year.

Universal: New Potter coaster to show off 'blast-ended skrewt'

Universal Orlando has announced five creatures that will be seen in roller coaster set to open this summer at Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

First look: Busch Gardens adds energetic Tigris to roller coaster lineup

Tigris, a new triple-launch roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa, has a simple design with a surprising amount of twists.

Skeletons brings museum attitude to International Drive

Skeletons refocuses itself, changes emphasis from entertainment to educational outlet on Orlando's International Drive

Disney: Kylo Ren cupcake heads Hollywood Studios' 30th anniversary treat party

New desserts and drinks — themed to Star Wars, Pixar, Mickey and Minnie — mark Disney's Hollywood Studios 30th anniversary

Universal wins suit against man who claims theme park stole his chocolate factory idea

Universal Studios has won a three-year, $40 million lawsuit brought by an Ohio man who claimed the theme park stole his ideas when building the chocolate-themed Toothsome restaurant.

Scooters at packed Disney World parks spawn accidents, lawsuits and glares

At Walt Disney World, electric scooters provide a lifeline for people, some with hidden disabilities, who can't walk the massive grounds. But amid rapidly growing Disney crowds, these vehicles have brought on a rise of civil lawsuits filed by people

Disney will donate $5M to help Notre Dame Cathedral

The Walt Disney Co. announced Wednesday it will donate $5 million to rebuild the Notre Dame Cathedral.

Disney: What to do on Hollywood Studios' 30th birthday

On May 1, a special parade, merchandise and food will help mark the 30th anniversary of Disney's Hollywood Studios. Plus a new projection show debuts.

Disney gondolas, moving 11 mph, will give bird's eye views nearly 60 feet over Walt Disney World Resort

Disney is opening its gondolas this fall to carry resort guests and give bird's eye views of Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Here's an update on the project.

Universal: Hagrid's coaster creatures unveiled all week

This week, Universal is giving glimpses of creatures that will be seen on its coming-soon Harry Potter / Hagrid roller coaster at Islands of Adventure.

Universal Orlando gift shop gets horror, sci-fi makeover

Universal Orlando's former Cyber Image gift shop is now home to horror decor and souvenirs, plus a slew of collectible autographs.

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