Orlando Entertainment News : 'Pompeii' exhibit now open; About 18K Disney World workers laid off; more

Tuesday, November 3, 2020

'Pompeii' exhibit now open; About 18K Disney World workers laid off; more

Orlando Science Center: Very old bread, bronze bathtub, life casts say plenty about 'Pompeii'

"Pompeii: The Immortal City" is open to the public at Orlando Science Center. Its displays primarily come from the Roman city destroyed by volcanic eruption in 79 A.D.

18,000 Walt Disney World employees are losing their jobs as part of mass layoffs disclosed last month

Federally required government filings give more insight: The majority of the layoffs - just under 18,000 people - are coming from Walt Disney World.

Busch Gardens modifies Christmas Town events, moves ice show outdoors

Busch Gardens Tampa changes up its Christmas Town celebrations, emphasizing open-air entertainment including its first outdoor ice show, new fireworks

Space center hosts SpaceX launch viewing/drive-in movie combo

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex sets next launch-and-movie session. Participants can see launch of SpaceX Falcon 9, "Hubble."

Gatorland offers $20.21 discount package for November

Gatorland is wrapping up 2020 with a $20.21 deal dubbed the Greater Gator Package, available through November.

WonderWorks new STEM exhibit launches with spotlight on astronaut career path

WonderWorks Orlando, an International Drive attraction, added exhibit about STEM careers. It's "I Think, Therefore I STEM."

AKC National Championship dog show returns in December without spectators

The AKC National Championship dog show will return Dec. 8-13 to Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. This time, the event will take place without spectators.