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Get ready for some late night noise at Disney's Hollywood Studios! Walt Disney World is advising guests staying at any of the resorts located near Disney's Hollywood Studios that, beginning October 10, after-hours pyrotechnic tests are scheduled to take place in the park on multiple dates through November 10. The testing is for the return of the Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! nighttime show this holiday period. All tests are expected to begin after 11:30 pm, potentially into the first hour of the next morning. Testing will take place on the following dates: Wednesday, October 11 into the 12 Sunday, October 15 into the 16 Monday, October 23 into the 24 Tuesday, October 24 into the 25 Thursday, November 9, into the 10. The fireworks will be launched for approximately 15 minutes once the show begins. Be aware that these advisories are for pyrotechnics and special effects only, and audio testing will not be included. Affected Walt Disney World Resort hotels include the following: Walt Disney World Swan Walt Disney World Dolphin Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Disney's Boardwalk Resort Disney's Yacht Club Disney's Beach Club Disney's Coronado Springs Resort Disney's Art of Animation Resort Disney's Riviera Resort Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort Disney's All-Star Sports Disney's All-Star Movies Disney's All-Star Music For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Walt Disney World has announced that it has teamed up with NASA to create a display within the Mission: SPACE courtyard at EPCOT. Guests visiting the Mission: SPACE attraction at EPCOT can catch a new addition created through the combined magic of Walt Disney Imagineering and NASA’s Perseverance Mars Rover team. A new display replicates the tread marks left by the Perseverance rover on the surface of Mars, using a borrowed prototype rover wheel. Disney artisans also added some surface collection tubes recreated through 3D printing. Perseverance continues its mission on Mars to collect samples that a future mission could one day return to Earth For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Orlando has so much going on throughout the year, but fall is especially busy with things to do, and whether your a local or a visitor there is so many ways to celebrate! Orlando Fall Festivals Fall festivals are a wonderful tradition to celebrate the season with all the family, including pumpkin patches, hay rides, fall food and drink, and so much more, join us as we guide you through all the fall festivals in and around Orlando, and throughout Central Florida. Fall Festival at Amber Brooke Farms Weekends, September 23 - October 29, 2023 Celebrate fall in Florida at Amber Brooke Farm’s biggest festival of the year located at 36111 N CR 44A Eustis, FL 32736. Pick Pumpkins, get lost in the Crop Maze, Pet animals in the Petting Zoo, Pick Flowers and Vegetables, listen to live music and entertainment, and more. Plus, enjoy all your favorite year-round farm activities. Plus, new this year, they've added Archery and Gel Blaster Ranges to the fun things to do! Tickets start at $15 per person. Get details now. A Lot Of Pumpkins, Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival Select Days, September 23 - October 30, 2023 A Lot of Pumpkins pumpkin patch and fall festival at Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest located at 35317 Huff Road, Eustis 32736 is open for the 16th straight year, weekends from September 23rd through October 30th and select weekdays in October. Attractions include The Magical Maze has thirteen scary monster pictures hidden throughout…find them all and win a prize! The horse and pony rides and zip line rides are open weekends. The giant culvert slide, barrel train rides, trike track, duck races and so much more are available in the Jolly Acres play area. Jack’s Barnyard petting zoo is the place to visit with all of our farm animal friends. Hayrides and bounce pillows complete the fun! The Kettle and Grill serves up a variety of hotdogs, hamburgers, sausages, and kettle korn. Street tacos are served at the Taco Tree. Visit the Frozen Elf for a frozen treat to end your meal. Selection may be limited on weekdays. Specialty drinks, beer, wine and seltzers are available from the bar. October 28 - 30. Trick or Treat stations will be set up throughout the farm. Put on your family friendly costumes and join in the fun.. Pumpkins are displayed in a shaded lot to help preserve their freshness. Pumpkins are priced by size and type with most ranging between $3 and $13. Southern Hills Farm Fall Festival Thursday - Sunday, September 23 - November 12. 2023 The 8th Annual Fall Festival located at 16651 Schofield Rd, Clermont, FL 34714, is happening each Thursday-Sunday between Sept. 23 and Nov. 12. Fall Festival Fun Includes: Kids Zone, 5-acre corn maze, farm wagon rides, yard games, U-pick sunflower and zinnia fields, pumpkin patch barn with a wide variety of beautiful and unique pumpkins of all sizes and colors, beautiful rooftop deck, picture perfect photo op areas for your fall family photos, and more! Enjoy our delicious apple cider donuts, blueberry lemonade, frozen and hot apple cider, blueberry cobbler, pumpkin muffins and more from their vintage Airstream turned bakery. The Showcase Of Citrus Pumpkin Ponderosa and Fall Festival September 23 - November 12, 2023 The Showcase of Citrus is once again hosting its popular Pumpkin Ponderosa and Fall festivities The entire family is invited to enjoy fall at The Showcase of Citrus located at 15051 Frank Jarrell Rd Clermont 34714. The Pumpkin Ponderosa and Fall Festival begins September 23 with thousands of pumpkins, the world's biggest monster truck rides, exotic animals, gem mining, playgrounds, and more. There will be themed alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages at the bars, and of course pumpkin treats! Annual Great Scott Farms Fall Festival Saturdays and Sundays, September 30 – November 26, 2023 At Great Scott Farms 26216 County Road Mount Dora 32757, get lost in a huge 6.5 acre corn maze! Jump on a huge jumping pillow, slide down a 60ft super slide, play on the giant castle-like playground and much more! You can take an audio tour of the farm on the hay ride while learning about what they grow and their history. Check out their Market, Cafe, and food vendors. Club Lake Fall Festival Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, September 30 – October 29, 2023 Activities this year at Club Lake, located at 3403 Rock Springs Road Apopka, Florida 32712 include two hay rides, corn maze, toddler maze, pumpkin patch, Country Store, play structures, high strikers, football area, basketball area, The Cow Wash, and much more! Pumpkin chunkin’ and tennis ball launching from an air cannon are also available Sunsational Farms Fall Festival Saturdays, September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 2023 Join Sunsational Farms down on the farm at 40541 Roger Giles Rd, Umatilla, FL 32784, for some family fun this Fall. The iconic Big Orange will be transformed into Big Jack, a perfect photo opportunity for a unique, awesome picture. Plus enjoy bee train, carnival games, pumpkin etc, food truck and more. Grande Lakes Orlando Fall On The Farm Weekends, October 7 - 29, 2023 Grande Lakes Orlando, the 500-acre luxury resort destination located in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, has announce the return of its fourth annual Fall on the Farm event this October. Consisting of family-friendly activities and seasonal celebrations taking place at the on-site 18,000-square-foot Whisper Creek Farm, alongside attractive stay and event packages, Fall on the Farm welcomes guests to enjoy an abundance of excitement all month long. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm throughout October, Grande Lakes Orlando will host an array of unique activities for guests of all ages. Tickets are priced at $49 for adults, $30 for children ages 3-12 years old and complimentary for infants and toddlers, which includes parking and farm entry, as well as access to programming including hayrides, pumpkin carving and painting, seasonal family games, animal encounters, face painting, a farmer's market, archery exhibit, falconry meet and greet, farming education and live music entertainment. 50th Annual Winter Park Autumn Art Festival October 7, 2023 The Winter Park Autumn Art Festival is the only juried fine art festival exclusively featuring Florida artists. The Winter Park Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the festival on the second weekend in October each year. The community-oriented sidewalk show presents quality visual art and live entertainment the whole family can enjoy. The festival is held in beautiful Central Park located along historic Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park. Taste of College Park 2023 October 12, 2023 Nineteen restaurants and suppliers have been selected for Taste of College Park 2023 to be held at the Historic Dubsdread Ballroom and Courtyard on Thursday, October 12, 2023, from 6 to 9 pm. Once again, Taste of College Park will be, “College Park’s Best Night Out!” Join the Rotary Club of College Park and enjoy the best restaurants in College Park and Ivanhoe Park, drink some amazing craft beer from Ivanhoe Park Brewing Company and sip on some carefully curated wines by Digress! Even more, a silent auction featuring everything from vacation packages to sports collectibles! Tickets include all food and beverages! Pig On The Pond Festival October 13 - October 15, 2023 Pig On The Pond Festival is a three-day community festival in Clermont, a family-friendly event that features a carnival, pig racing, dachshund racing, a BBQ contest for restaurants and kids, live entertainment, a kid’s zone, a chili cookoff, a prince and princess parade, spectacular fireworks and live music. Lake Nona Town Harvest October 14, 2023 Lake Nona’s Town Harvest kicks off the fall season with a pumpkin patch and decorating station, live country music, and a tractor photo-op. Not to mention, come grab some fall themed treats and enjoy one of our specialty drinks! Lukas Nursery & Butterfly Encounter Fall Festival October 14 - 15, 2023 Families and children can look forward to exploring the gardens, seeing the farm animals, listening to live music, mesmerizing balloon artists, and the incredible artistry of a chainsaw artist. Looks is located at 1909 Slavia Road, Oviedo, 32765. For more info click here. Annual Fall Extravaganza October 14, 2023 At the Ol Packing House Annual Fall Extravaganza get ready for some great Antiquin and Pickin . With over 120 Vendors Inside and Out… Live Band …and Food Vendors you won’t want to Miss Out Apopka's Fall Family Festival October 19 – October 22, 2023 The annual Apopka Fall Family Festival includes carnival rides, live music, food, vendors and more. Four Corners Fall Festival October 21, 2023 The Four Corners Fall Festival features a pumpkin patch with pumpkins available for sale, photo ops, food trucks, craft vendors, music by DJ Eddie, kids activities and games, and a Kids Costume Contest. Winter Springs Hometown Harvest October 28, 2023 Celebrate autumn at the Winter Springs 17th annual fall festival, Hometown Harvest, presented by Orlando Health. From FREE hayrides to live musical performances, this event hosts a large collection of fun activities, including the Winter Springs Got Talent competition! Kids can enjoy bounce houses and trunk or treat. 4Roots Sprout Sprint + Harvest Festival October 28, 2023 This family-friendly day includes a Sprout Sprint Fun Run, Lil’ Sprout Kids Run, and 4Roots Harvest Festival. Start the day with a 2.49-mile fun run/walk along scenic trails through the Packing District and 4Roots Farm Campus. Starting and ending at The Grove Park in the Packing District. After, participants, spectators and the community can attend the 4Roots Harvest Festival for live music, food vendors, Packing District Farmers Market with local artisans, a pumpkin patch hosted by Fresh by 4Roots, and more. For kids, we will have a costume contest, a Lil’ Sprout Kids Run, and lots of fun activities and games. Halloween Fall Festival, Luau & Car Show October 29, 2023 Join Horsepower Events on October 29, 2023 from 10 am to 3 pm for the Halloween Fall Festival & Car Show at Horsepower Ranch, 280 Campbell Ranch Run, Geneva, FL 32732. . 22nd Annual Taste of Thornton Park November 2, 2023 22nd Annual Food & Libations tasting event. Enjoy a spectacular evening under the stars with tastings from local restaurants. Located in the street (Hyer and Washington St.) at the beautiful 4 Rivers Fountain. Music will be presented by our local DJ. Visit www.thorntonpark.org for more event information. Rain or Shine...at the Fountain in Thornton Park. Tickets: $40 advance, $50 day of at door. Taste of Baldwin Park Food & Wine November 2, 2023 Your invited - Join Taste of Baldwin Park, Orlando's Best Foodie Event! This event offers something for everyone! Foodies & Wine lovers bring your friends! Sip & savor your way through Taste's 45+ vendors while enjoying great music from "The Buzzcatz" 9-piece party band on stage lakeside! 52nd Annual Fall Fiesta in the Park November 4, 2023 Orlando's longest-running tradition, the Fall Fiesta in the Park returns to Lake Eola Park for its 52nd year! Celebrate the beauty of the season as hundreds of amazing artist and crafter booths will surround the park, plus enjoy a variety of food vendors, live entertainment, and a kid's zone. Casselberry Food & Wine Festival November 6, 2023 Head to the 13th annual 2023 Casselberry Chamber Food & Wine Festival for a fun night of food, drinks, and entertainment! Your ticket includes samples from over 20 + local restaurants, breweries, wineries, and so much more! DJ Johnny Velvet will be there for your musical entertainment and requests. Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic November 10 - November 11, 2023 The much loved Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will return for its 14th year this November, treating guests to a street party festival with unlimited food and beverage tastings at diverse food stations, featuring unlimited culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants, and wine, beer and other sips from around the world. The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic takes place this year on Friday, November 10 and Saturday, November 11, 2023, and tickets are on sale now! Set outside among the scenic ambiance of the resort, the event features live music, over 20+ food stations, 100+ beverage selections and immersive themed areas, such as the beer garden and the bubble lounge. Stroll the causeway where you will be tempted with a diverse selection of delectable delights prepared by the resorts award-winning chefs. Visit www.FoodandWineClassic.com for more information and to purchase tickets to the event. Fall Harvest Festival November 19, 2023 Fall Harvest Festival at The Veranda at Thornton Park, featuring 20+ vendors, raffles, food trucks, live music, kid zone and more. FusionFest November 25 - 26, 2023 Taking place over Thanksgiving weekend, FusionFest is one of our most unique cultural celebrations, presenting a microcosm of the whole world in the heart of downtown Orlando. In addition to a cornucopia of dishes from around the globe, it features experiences and contests celebrating music, dance, visual arts, spoken word, games and interactive activities, all designed to honor each person’s heritage while exploring how we influence each other and create our own unique identity. Representing more than 110 different global cultures, FusionFest is free to attend, with food, beverages and merchandise available for purchase. It’s held at the open-air Seneff Arts Plaza at downtown’s Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Get ready to shake it off as Oviedo Mall reveal that instead of getting spooky this Friday the 13th, they are celebrating all things Taylor Swift! Get ready for an unforgettable day of Taylor Swift fandom and excitement as Oviedo Mall celebrate the upcoming screening of "The Eras Tour Concert Film" at Regal Oviedo Mall! Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or just looking for a fun-filled Friday evening, this event has something for everyone.Head to the mall on Friday, October 13, for a jam-packed event filled with music, fashion, fun, and so much more. Highlights include: Special Photo Spots: Capture your Taylor Swift-inspired moments at our specially designed photo spots throughout the mall. Shopping and Dining Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts and offers at select mall stores and restaurants, perfect for treating yourself to some Taylor Swift-style retail therapy and delicious bites. Eras Tour Outfit Contest: Show off your Taylor Swift-inspired outfit and compete for amazing prizes. Registration for the contest starts at 4:00 pm in front of Regal's Box Office, with the costume walk and judging commencing at 5:00 pm. Taylor Swift-inspired Performance: Witness a captivating Taylor Swift-inspired performance by Imagine Performing Arts Center at 4:30 pm. Friendship Bracelet Exchange: Share the love and exchange friendship bracelets at Cafe Natura starting at 5:30 pm, spreading the spirit of friendship just like Taylor Swift does. Collectable Drink and Popcorn Buckets: Grab your limited-edition collectable drink and popcorn buckets from Regal for just $19.89 (while supplies last) to make your movie night even more special. Taylor Swift Trivia Scavenger Hunt: Challenge your Swiftie knowledge all day long with our Taylor Swift Trivia Scavenger Hunt, hosted by Auntie Anne's. Hunt down the answers to Taylor's musical mysteries throughout the mall. Complete the scavenger hunt for a special Taylor Swift prize (while supplies last) Mark our calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to experience the world of Taylor Swift like never before at Oviedo Mall on October 13, 2023. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Chicago industrial metal band Ministry are heading out on the road early next year ahead of the release of the bands new album HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES Ministry is coming back to Hard Rock Live Orlando, and will take to the stage with special guests Gary Numan and Front Line Assembly on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Tickets on sale this Friday, October 6 at 10 am! Click here for details. “So looking forward to doing another tour with Gary and the gang,” commented Ministry’s Al Jourgensen in a press release. “We had such a blast the last time. The shows were amazing. Each band complements the other perfectly. Plus, both of our new releases are Kick Ass! Get your tickets and come join us.” The tour will launch just before the March 1st release of Ministry’s forthcoming album HOPIUMFORTHEMASSES. The LP features notable guest appearances from Corrosion of Conformity’s Pepper Keenan and Dead Kennedys’ Jello Biafra, among others, with the former lending guitarwork to lead single “Goddamn White Trash.” For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Zombeats Drummers, Skeleton Stilt Walkers, and Roller-Skating Witches, oh my! Check out frightfully fun entertainment at Disney Springs this Halloween season. The season of happy haunts and thrills is here and Freeform, Hulu, and Disney+ are joining in on the fun at Disney Springs. Check out themed family-friendly entertainment each weekend this month throughout Disney Springs as you shop, dine, and play! Experience a jack-o-lantern like you’ve never seen it before as it moves through Disney Springs with a DJ playing tunes that will keep you moving. Follow the jack-o-lantern all through the Marketplace where you can take photos in front of a “Goosebumps” backdrop! “Goosebumps,” the thrilling new series premiering Friday, Oct. 13 on Disney+ and Hulu, plunges viewers into a world of mystery and suspense. Inspired by the best-selling books by R.L. Stine, the series follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle – while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past. The star-studded cast includes Justin Long, Rachael Harris, Zack Morris, Isa Briones, Miles McKenna, Ana Yi Puig, and Will Price. Don’t be surprised if you see a few zombies roaming around … it’s no trick it’s the Zombeats Drummers! These jamming zombies will be marching throughout Town Center every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday beginning at 6 p.m. during the Halloween season. Also in Town Center, catch the Skeleton Stilt Walkers and Roller-Skating Witches roaming around in full Halloween spirit. You can continue the thrills by catching classic Halloween movies, including the spellbinding favorites “Hocus Pocus,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Addams Family Values,” and “Monsters, Inc.,” during Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween all October. The fun continues on the AdventHealth Waterside Stage where you can catch the Squad Ghouls cooking up grooves and melodies! Catch the haunting harmonies of this a capella group every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting at 7 p.m. as they are not to miss. Don’t just trick or treat … Treat yourself. It’s Huluween! Find the frightening streams you’re craving this season on Hulu. With new movies, frightful classics, and everything in between, Hulu has you covered. Every weekend Disney Springs is the place to experience fun Halloween-themed entertainment, and then catch all of your Halloween favorites on Disney+, Huluween, and Freeform’s 31 Nights of Halloween. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Get ready for a night of non-stop hits as Frankie Valli and the Four Season take to the stage here in Orlando. The original Jersey boy himself, Frankie Valli is a true American legend, and together with the Four Seasons they have announced a concert at Dr Phillips Center on February 10, 2024. His incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success, has spawned countless hit singles, and when Valli and the Four Seasons takes to the stage at Dr Phillips Center, you can look forward to an evening featuring unforgettable tunes like “Sherry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “December ‘63 - Oh What A Night,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” and of course, “Grease.” For info and tickets, click here. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Valli’s legendary career was the inspiration for the Broadway juggernaut Jersey Boys. Frankie Valli is not only a pop music icon, but also an actor, having been featured in the iconic television show, The Sopranos, as Rusty, the capo in the Lupertazzi crime family, as well as Rob Reiner’s romantic comedy, And So It Goes, alongside Michael Douglas and Diane Keaton. Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons continue to tour throughout the U.S. and abroad to packed houses, receiving nightly standing ovations from thrilled fans of multiple generations. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Ali Siddiq is an American stand-up comedian, public speaker, and writer based in Houston, Texas, and he is bringing his stand-up routine to Orlando. Stand-up comedian Ali Siddiq has announced that his "I Got A Story To Tell" tour will be hitting Orlando on Sunday, April 21, 2024. For more info and to purchase tickets, click here. Ali Siddiq is a stand-up comedian, his unique style of stand-up began behind the walls of incarceration, an incubator for interesting experiences and good stories. In 2022, Ali released two specials… THE DOMINO EFFECT on YouTube and UNPROTECTED SETS on EPIX. To date, THE DOMINO EFFECT has over 9 million views, ranking it in the top 5 most watched comedy specials of the last year. People received their first taste of Ali Siddiq when he appeared on HBO's DEF COMEDY JAM and LIVE FROM GOTHAM, and in 2013 he was named Comedy Central's "#1 Comic to Watch". In 2014, Ali impressed comedy enthusiasts by displaying his ability to captivate an audience with his "Mexicans Got On Boots" tale, a descriptive storytelling, with over 13 million views, of a prison riot on THIS IS NOT HAPPENING, the first of three appearances. His stories continued with his HALF HOUR special, which premiered on Comedy Central in the Fall of 2016. Immediately following the premier of that special, Comedy Central offered Ali an hour-special where he performed for inmates live in a Texas jail, sending Ali back to where it all started. The hour special, Ali Siddiq: It’s Bigger Than These Bars, premiered in February 2018 on Comedy Central. In 2019, Ali was a top 5 finalist on NBC’s BRING THE FUNNY. He also appeared as a regular cast member on the reboot of PUNK’D for Quibi. Additionally, Ali has appeared on several popular podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience, 85 South, Uncle Joey's Joint with Joey Diaz, Ari Shaffir's Skeptic Tank, Bertcast, Pour Minds and many others. Next up, Ali will be releasing THE DOMINO EFFECT 2: LOSS, the sequel to his viral stand-up special, June 4 on YouTube. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Malevo, created by director, choreographer, and dancer Matías Jaime have announced that they are to perform in Orlando early next year. Malevo is a thrilling all-male group specializes in Malambo—a traditional Argentine folk dance of great virility and dexterity—and seeks to take it beyond its limits with a modern, avant-garde, and transgressive approach, merging it with other dance styles like flamenco and urban percussion. After being named an official “Cultural Ambassador to the National Identity of Argentina,” and on the tail of numerous successes including events and performances in Las Vegas, New York, Dubai, Paris, Cairo, St Petersburg and Montreal as well as special performances with Latin pop-star Ricky Martin, Cirque du Soleil, a year-long residency at Universal Studios Japan and making it to semi-finalists on the hit TV show – America’s Got Talent, Malevo is excited to present a new touring performance created for proscenium theaters of performing arts centers and festivals. The group will take to the stage at Steinmetz Hall in Dr. Phillips Center on March 19, 2024. Click here for details and to purchase tickets. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Mitski has unveiled her first tour dates in 2024, supporting her recently released seventh album, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We. Indie rock singer-songwriter Mitski has announced tour dates for early 2024. The tour kicks off on January 26 in Miami, before Mitski takes to the stage in the Walt Disney Theater at Dr. Phillips Center on January 29, 2024. Get the details, and ticket links here. Sometimes Mitski feels life would be easier without hope or a soul or love. But when she closes her eyes and thinks about what’s truly hers, what can’t be repossessed or demolished, she sees love. “The best thing I ever did in my life was to love people,” she says. “I wish I could leave behind all the love I have after I die, so I can shine all this goodness, all this love that I’ve created onto other people.” She hopes her newest album, The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, will shine love long after she’s gone. That’s precisely how it feels: like a love that’s haunting the land. “This is my most American album,” she says. The music feels like a profound act of witnessing this country, in all its private sorrows and contradictions. Sonically Mitski’s most epic and wise album, it introduces wounds and then actively heals them. Here, love is time-traveling to bless our tender days, like light from a distant star. It's full of the ache of the grown-up, seemingly mundane heartbreaks and joys that are often unsung but feel enormous. It’s a tiny epic. From the bottom of a glass, to a driveway slushy with memory and snow, to a freight train barreling through the Midwest, all the way to the moon, it feels like everything and everyone is crying out in pain, arching towards love. Love is that inhospitable land, beckoning and then rejecting us. To love this place, this earth, this America, this body takes work. It might be impossible. The best things are. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

They're so fluffy! FLUFFY FLUFFY by FUWA FUWA has soft opened right here in Orlando. The first ever Fluffy Fluffy Dessert Cafe in the country has soft opened in Orlando at 2008 E Colonial Dr. Fluffy Fluffy specialise in soufflé pancakes which originated in Japan, try them served with maple syrup, or topped with fresh berries and cream! Fluffy Fluffy say that they have taken a traditional Asian dessert, and blended it with a North American staple, to create a light, unique, and fluffy textured pancake. During the soft opening period, Fluffy Fluffy Orlando will be offering a FREE slice of cheesecake with every purchase of $35 or more. Soft opening hours are 11 am - 6 pm every day. Each pancake begins with egg whites whipped to soft peaks, essential to their finally airy quality, and is then cooked very slowly at low temperature. Tasting like a delicate balance between a soufflé and a traditional pancake, soufflé pancakes are soft, bouncy, and light. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Disney Cruise Line’s new ship, the Disney Treasure is currently being built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, and Disney Cruise Line have shared an important update. After traveling all the way from Poland, the Disney Treasure’s forward funnel has arrived at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany! The funnel will soon be secured in its rightful place atop the Disney Treasure and will be given a coat of shiny red paint to match the iconic Disney Cruise Line look. When the first guests set sail onboard the Disney Treasure in December of 2024, they will be able to plunge through the forward funnel while riding Disney Cruise Line’s beloved attraction at sea, the AquaMouse, and watch their favorite Disney movies via the Funnel Vision screen by the family pool. Some guests may even choose to stay inside the forward funnel’s EPCOT-themed Tomorrow Tower Suite! Read on for all the details on the Disney Treasure... Today, Tuesday, September 5, 2023, Disney Cruise Line unveiled details of the Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship! Disney Treasure, the sister ship to the Disney Wish that launched in 2022, will embark on its maiden voyage, a seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from Port Canaveral, Florida, on Dec. 21, 2024, followed by an inaugural season of seven-night itineraries to the Eastern and Western Caribbean from Port Canaveral. Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members can book a Disney Treasure cruise as early as Sept. 12, 2023, and bookings will open to all guests on Sept. 20, 2023. A Design Inspired by Adventure The Disney Treasure will harness a design concept that calls upon the bold and heartwarming stories of beloved Disney characters. Adventure will serve as the architectural and thematic foundation of the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, in honor of Walt Disney’s legendary passion for travel and exploration. On board, guests will find fan-favorite spaces from the Disney Wish, infused with this theme of adventure and inspired by memorable Disney stories like “Aladdin,” “Coco” and “Zootopia.” New Culinary Adventures In addition to the return of two beloved Disney Cruise Line restaurant concepts found on the Disney Wish, the Disney Treasure will introduce a brand-new family entertainment restaurant. Plaza de Coco will be the world’s first theatrical dining experience themed to the Disney and Pixar film, “Coco.” The story of Miguel and his familia will continue where it left off on screen as they gather in Mariachi Plaza to take guests on two nights of colorful, music-filled journeys that celebrate family memories and togetherness with festive dinner menus of modern twists on traditional Mexican fare and a lineup of live entertainment. Worlds of Marvel, Disney Cruise Line’s immersive Marvel-themed dining experience, celebrates favorite Avengers characters and stories, including an amazing interaction with Spider-Man. This high-tech venue aboard the Disney Treasure will offer a worldly menu and special entertainment, including two separate nights with distinct shows and dining, all inspired by the Marvel Cinematic Universe. 1923, named for the founding year of Walt Disney Animation Studios, will celebrate the profound impact of Disney’s animation legacy and bring to life Walt Disney’s love of adventure through a nostalgic collection of exploration-themed artwork from both modern and classic animated films. Steeped in the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age, the venue’s upscale ambiance will complement a sophisticated menu inspired by the fusion of cultural flavors found throughout California and designed with families in mind. The Disney Treasure will continue Disney Cruise Line’s innovative family dining concept, where guests experience one of three imaginative restaurants each night, accompanied by a dedicated service team that joins them throughout the voyage, adding a level of familiarity to their dining experience. In addition to three main family restaurants, the new ship will feature quick bites, casual dining, 24-hour room service, specialty treats, gourmet cafes, upscale dining just for adults, and Jumbeaux’s Sweets, inspired by the popular ice cream parlor featured in Disney’s “Zootopia.” Captivating Family Entertainment Families will come together to enjoy both new and timeless, beloved Disney Cruise Line entertainment aboard the Disney Treasure, immersing guests in worlds both real and imagined, through interactive storytelling, character encounters and Broadway-style theatrical adaptations of inspiring Disney adventures. The Grand Hall will be the key to unlocking a trove of captivating new entertainment, including dedicated shows, character encounters and musical performances. As the story unfolds for guests on the Disney Treasure, the “Aladdin”-themed Grand Hall will serve as the ship’s most prominent gathering space, inspiring wonder and exploration during each voyage. Named for the lioness matriarch from Disney’s “The Lion King,” Sarabi will be a central hub for a multitude of daytime activities and adult-exclusive evening entertainment. The uniquely designed two-story space will evoke the natural beauty and openness of the savanna and will feature cruise line classics such as “Match Your Mate” and “Family Time Game Show,” and new favorites that debuted on the Disney Wish like “Villains Game Night.” The Walt Disney Theatre is an opulent show palace that will come alive with original Broadway-style productions developed exclusively for Disney Cruise Line – “Beauty and the Beast” and “Disney Seas the Adventure” – both Disney Cruise Line fan-favorites. The former will bring Belle’s enchanting adventure to life on stage by incorporating imaginative elements from the live-action film and the classic animated feature, while the latter will be an original musical spectacular that features beloved characters from Disney and Pixar stories alongside rousing renditions of iconic Disney songs. More details about a third, all-new show coming to the Disney Treasure will be released soon. Hero Zone and the Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas, popular spaces from the Disney Wish, will provide family entertainment aboard the Disney Treasure. Hero Zone will offer a progressive sports and recreation venue where action-packed physical challenges will blend with game show-style competitions, while the Wonderland and Never Land Cinemas, intimate, luxe screening rooms, will elevate the onboard cinematic experience for guests to watch first-run films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm and more. Fun in the Sun on the Upper Decks Surrounded by both the open ocean and sky, the adventures will continue on the upper decks of the Disney Treasure with three distinct districts offering fun water activities, quick and casual dining options and plenty of space to relax and soak up the sun. In an expansive district themed to Mickey and friends, families will discover seven pools staggered among tiered decks, an abundance of luxe lounge chairs, an imaginative take on fast-casual fare with a festive character twist and Disney Cruise Line’s own attraction at sea, AquaMouse. AquaMouse: Curse of the Golden Egg will plunge guests into the world of Mickey Mouse animated shorts. Suspended high above the upper decks, powerful jets will propel two-person ride vehicles through 760 feet of winding tubes, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and the ship below. Onboard the Disney Treasure, AquaMouse will introduce an all-new storyline that follows Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on a zany misadventure into an ancient temple. Guests will journey with the pair as they embark on a tour of mysterious ruins for a glimpse of the legendary treasure within and encounter a series of hilarious mishaps and booby traps that take the trek in unexpected directions. Like aboard the Disney Wish, little ones will delight in a Toy Story-themed district designed especially for families with toddlers and young children that will include a splash zone, wading pool, family waterslide and smoothie bar. In addition, adults can indulge in sun-drenched serenity at Quiet Cove, a peaceful refuge dedicated to lounging, sipping and soaking. Set away from the bustle of family activities, this secluded adults-only district will feature a luxurious infinity pool, poolside bar and chic cafe. Relaxing Retreats and Exciting Exploration for Adults Aboard the Disney Treasure, adults will explore, relax, dine and play with venues and entertainment tailored just for them. These adult-only experiences will offer elevated interpretations of Disney adventures and Disney Parks attractions, with sophisticated theming ranging from subtle inspiration to full immersion, allowing guests to customize their vacation according to their interests. Periscope Pub will be Disney Cruise Line’s first venue inspired by the spellbinding adventure of Walt Disney’s 1954 film, “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,” and the celebrated Disney Parks attraction that was open at Walt Disney World from 1971 to 1994. Guests will dive into the mythical depths of uncharted oceans amidst the submarine-styled interiors and take a look at the watery world below through an intriguing glass ceiling. In addition to watching the latest sports games, explorers at the Periscope Pub will encounter a menu of craft brews and light bites. Adventure awaits guests beneath a tangle of untamed foliage at Skipper Society, a centrally located outpost that will feature refined nods to the iconic Jungle Cruise attraction at Disney theme parks around the globe. The venue’s natural colorways and camp-style furnishings, paired with sly tributes to the trusty, dry-witted skippers who lead world-famous tours across treacherous waterways, will offer an elevated, yet playful atmosphere where guests will indulge in themed cocktails and light snacks. Fan-favorite, adult-exclusive dining locations will also return on the Disney Treasure. Guests will savor gourmet meals and exceptional beverages at Palo Steakhouse, Enchanté by Chef Arnaud Lallement and The Rose, an upscale suite of epicurean excellence exclusively for adults, inspired by the elegant icons of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Beauty and the Beast.” The popular Palo Steakhouse will come to the Disney Treasure, combining the relaxed sophistication of authentic Italian dining with the classic refinement of a modern steakhouse in a genteel setting inspired by Cogsworth, the tale’s majordomo-turned-enchanted-clock.Enchanté will offer the most luxurious dining experience on board, featuring a gourmet menu crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement. This romantic and intimate venue will evoke the dazzling spirit of the film’s candelabra maître d’, Lumiere. The Rose will be a chic lounge at the entrance of Palo Steakhouse and Enchanté. Inspired by the fateful flower at the heart of the story, The Rose will be an idyllic setting for a pre-dinner aperitif or after-dinner cocktail. Senses Spa is a tranquil oasis offering indulgent spa and beauty treatments, drawing on the serenity of natural elements to promote pampering and relaxation. The spa will feature private treatment rooms, lavish spa villas, and steam and aromatherapy rooms, while the reimagined Senses Fitness will offer state-of-the-art exercise and wellness facilities. Other adult-exclusive spaces on board the Disney Treasure will include the Quiet Cove pool district, a variety of gourmet cafes, relaxed bars and upscale lounges, and more. Adventures for Kids of All Ages Aboard the Disney Treasure, children will embark on Disney adventures of their own with dedicated spaces and interactive programming for every age group—infants and toddlers, children, tweens and teens. Children will enter the captivating worlds of favorite Disney stories in the Disney’s Oceaneer Club, a wonderland of immersive spaces specially designed to encourage exploration and discovery. Expertly developed programming combines physical play and age-appropriate technology to create deeply engaging, enriching experiences led by a team of Disney-trained counselors. Marvel Super Hero Academy is a high-tech Avengers headquarters where young “recruits” will train to be the next generation of Super Heroes with the help of their own heroes, like Spider-Man, Black Panther and Ant-Man. Fairytale Hall is a royal collection of activity rooms where princesses and princes will let their creativity shine at Rapunzel’s Art Studio, read and act out stories at Belle’s Library and more. At Walt Disney Imagineering Lab, kids will discover the secrets of world-renowned Disney Imagineers — the creative masterminds behind Disney theme parks, resorts and cruise ships — with hands-on activities and inventive experiments. At Star Wars: Cargo Bay, the peculiar creatures and legendary characters from a galaxy far, far away take center stage immersing kids in their own Star Wars story as they take on the role of creature handlers and learn to manage a mischievous menagerie of exotic beings. Mickey and Minnie Captain’s Deck is a nautical playground inspired by the colors, icons and magic of Disney Cruise Line. Little cadets will set sail on a fun-filled adventure with an array of maritime-themed physical and sensory-style games and activities. Artful Accommodations The luxurious accommodations aboard the Disney Treasure will strike an inviting balance between modern design and nostalgic charm with a fresh, natural color scheme and custom artwork that will entice guests to peer beyond their staterooms into fantastical worlds from heartwarming Disney adventures. The staterooms on board are built with families in mind and feature upscale amenities. Most will include Disney Cruise Line’s signature split-bath concept, and many will offer the option of a connecting door that adjoins staterooms to accommodate larger groups voyaging together – with 451 connecting doors in all. In addition, most of the ship’s 1,256 staterooms will offer an ocean view — including 877 (70 percent) with a verandah. The Disney Treasure will elevate the concierge experience for those guests seeking luxury and a premium level of dedicated service. The concierge-level staterooms and suites will offer both adventure and indulgence, and an exclusive concierge lounge with a private sun deck that serves as the perfect place to relax, sip a cocktail and enjoy a variety of food and beverages throughout the day. Onboard the Disney Treasure, concierge-level suites will feature elegant interiors inspired by the majestic grasslands Simba calls home in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Lion King.” The adventure-inspired accommodations aboard the Disney Treasure will also extend to four royal suites that pay tribute to the faithful feline companions of daring Disney characters. The upscale designs will include the Bagheera Royal Suites, honoring the noble panther from “The Jungle Book” and the lush forests he calls home, and the Rajah Royal Suites, themed to Princess Jasmine’s protective tiger who dwells in the royal palace of Agrabah in the classic Disney film, “Aladdin.” Expanding the Disney Cruise Line Fleet Like the Disney Wish, the Disney Treasure is being constructed at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany and will also be powered by liquefied natural gas. At approximately 144,000 gross tons, the Disney Treasure will be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a cruise on the Disney Treasure, guests can visit disneycruise.com/treasure, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. 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