Tuesday, November 5, 2019

“Frozen 2” treats arrive at Disney; Universal announces 2020 HHN dates; Disney half marathon cancer survivor meets stem-cell donor for first time after race

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

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A flurry of "Frozen 2" treats are falling at Disney all month long

With Disney's "Frozen 2" heading to theaters on Nov. 22, theme park snackers will be seeing these gorgeous themed treats all around Walt Disney World, some now — some later in the month.

Universal: Halloween Horror Nights dates announced for 30th-anniversary event in 2020

Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights will return Sept.10-Oct. 31, 2020, to celebrate "30 years of fear."

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon cancer survivor meets stem-cell donor for first time after race

In 2012, Navy serviceman Nathan Barnes saved cancer patient Boyd Dunleavey's life with a stem-cell transplant. On Sunday, they finally met at the finish line of the 2019 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon.

At Universal Orlando theme parks, a new $4 fee has been quietly added onto Uber rides

Taken an Uber from Universal theme parks lately? You were charged an extra $4. Here's why.

Disney World 5K: New details released on Texas runner's death

The Disney 5K runner who collapsed at Epcot and died after Friday's race has been identified as a 58-year-old man, a Reedy Creek spokeswoman said Monday. But the man's name was not released.

Universal's Volcano Bay electrical shock happened because of construction errors, OSHA finds

Why were people and lifeguards shocked this summer at the Volcano Bay water park? A new federal report releases more details for the first time.

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon women's winner Megan Curham finishes first overall

Megan Curham, a 24-year-old Princeton graduate from New Jersey, became the second woman ever to finish a runDisney half marathon first overall when she won the 10th annual Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon on Sunday morning.

Just like Magic's Markelle Fultz, Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon runner Beth Corcoran battles thoracic outlet syndrome

On the outside, the Lake Nona resident won't appear much different than the other runners or walkers covering the 13.1-mile course. Inside, her body is in a never-ending conflict, with sometimes debilitating results.

Mickey on the move (again) at Epcot. Here's where he'll meet guests in 2020

Disney World moving Mickey Mouse to a new meeting location in Epcot in 2020

Hit the Halloween wall? Here's when Christmas celebrations kick in at the theme parks

Disney, Universal, SeaWorld begin transition from Halloween to Christmas activities

Pleasure Island: Nightclubs added to Mickey's mix 30 years ago

Pleasure Island helped Disney World add nightclubs to Mickey Mouse's mix in 1989

Disney supersizing its Villains After Hours event next year

Disney World plans more Villains After Hours events for Magic Kingdom in 2020

Madame Tussauds adds Brazilian Formula One champ Ayrton Senna

Madame Tussauds Orlando adds figure of Brazilian Formula One race car driver Ayrton Senna

Fear not: New fare perks up Halloween in theme parks

Halloween: Disney, Universal, SeaWorld introduced new, sometimes-spooky attractions in Orlando

Pictures: Pleasure Island, remembering Disney World's first attempt at nightlife district

Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World opened on May 1, 1989, as a shopping, dining and entertainment district. New Year's Eve was celebrated every night, until the clubs closed in September 2008. Here's a look back at Pleasure Island memories.

Gaylord Palms: Ice exhibit builds steam with 'Polar Express,' adds new features

Gaylord Palms' Ice exhibit making progress on "Polar Express" theme; more activities added for holidays at Kissimmee resort

National Chocolate Day Treats at Universal CityWalk

October 28 is National Chocolate Day, but they celebrate this beloved ingredient every day at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen.

PODCAST: Last chance for family-friendly Halloween festivities at Disney, SeaWorld, Gatorland, Legoland (Ep. 22)

With the the Halloween season nearing its end, the Theme Park Rangers focus on family-friendly events at area attractions: SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular (Sesame Street parade is a must see), Gatorland's Gators, Ghosts and Goblins (meet a skunk ape), Legoland's Brick or Treat (snap photos with spooky Lego characters), and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom (watch the new fireworks show).

NBA player Robin Lopez unknowingly bought stolen Disney World items, records show

The newly released records shed more light on the case, including NBA player Robin Lopez's connection as a victim in the case.

Can Epcot Food & Wine Festival satisfy if you spend just $25 on food?

 

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