Celebrating local blueberry farms in the Lake County area, enjoy more than 100 crafters and vendors, live entertainment and everything blueberry at the two day event. The eagerly anticipated 10th annual Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is back for another year, promising a weekend filled with family-friendly fun, delicious blueberry-themed treats, and a showcase of local talent and businesses. This year's festival will take place from April 27 & 28, 2024 at Florida. Event Coordinator Janet Gamache says, "After years of trial and error with the date, we have found that the last weekend in April is the perfect time to highlight local blueberries. The crops of blueberries are sweet, ripe and perfect to pick." Lake County, Florida is home to more than a dozen blueberry farms that offer commercial shipping as well as U-Pick blueberries during April-May each year. The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is a beloved annual event that celebrates the blueberry harvest season and the rich agricultural heritage of the region. Visitors can expect to indulge in a wide array of blueberry-inspired delicacies, from pies and pastries to jams and beverages, all made with fresh, locally sourced blueberries. "It's important that we recognize and support our local farms. The blueberries that are packaged and sold at the event all come from farms in our area and other farms from the area will be set up to showcase and sell their own fresh products such as honey, fruits, vegetables and flowers. Blueberry bushes will also be available for people who want to grow their own," says Gamache. Blueberry pancakes will be served each morning on site and blueberry pies made by the Umatilla High School's culinary class will be available for purchase with all blueberries donated fresh from H & A Farms. Blueberries will also be sold by the pint or by the flat fresh picked directly from Amberbrook and Far Reach Farms. The Mount Dora Blueberry Festival is not just a celebration of blueberries. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a diverse selection of vendors offering unique artisanal food products, and one-of-a-kind gifts. The popular Pie Eating contest will happen again at 2pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Register at the INFO booth before 1pm. There is NO entry fee to participate. Donnelly Park is located at 530 N. Donnelly St. Mount Dora. Avoid traffic and take the free shuttle at 900 Lincoln Ave. Mount Dora. The event runs 9 am to 5 pm both days and is FREE to attend. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Charlie Zaa is one of Colombia’s most important artists in the last few decades. Colombian singer Charlie Zaa is an internationally renowned Latin pop artist especially known for his readings of boleros, bachatas, and salsas. His concerts regularly sell out throughout Latin America and the United States, and the singer has just announced he is coming to Orlando. Zaa has won multiple Billboard awards, awards in Premios Lo Nuestro and several Latin Grammy nominations. With a journey of 30 years for his musical history, Zac will take to the stage at House of Blues Orlando on Saturday, June 29, where he will perform Boleros, Bachatas, a tribute to Jairo Varela’s salsa and of course, the famous Pollera Colora. Tickets on sale Friday, April 26 at 10 am, with a Live Nation Presale happening on April 25 at 10 am (Code: RIFF) Get tickets here For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

A powerful 2024-25 season will ensure Opera Orlando's tradition of world-class, cutting edge, innovative presentations will continue, attracting and captivating diverse audiences within the community, nationally, and from around the world. Opera Orlando has announced their upcoming 2024-25 season, with the non-profit company inviting you to face your destiny and give in to your desires during the Destiny + Desire Season. The upcoming 2024-25 season willl feature two Shakespeare inspired works, a beautiful treatment of a beloved fairy tale, and some stunning Verismo. Season packages start at just $89 with special season launch pricing available until July 4. Save up to $50 by subscribing now, AND take advantage of a 10% discount on two subscriber add-on productions: a family-friendly holiday double bill and a Scott Joplin ragtime opera. Featured Shows Opera Orlando Presents Macbeth October 25 & 27, 2024 | Steinmetz Hall | Tickets On Sale July 26 Macbeth, Shakespeare’s tale of ruthless desire set to some of Verdi’s most magnificent music, takes the stage to open Opera Orlando’s season of Destiny + Desire. This all new production will be led by stage director Matt Haney and conductor Mark Sforzini, both making their Company debuts. Consumed by the promise of political power and propelled by his ambitious wife, Macbeth, sung by international baritone Norman Garrett, gets caught in a murderous web to claim the Scottish throne. A powerful and emotional work, Macbeth is the opera Giuseppe Verdi declared to be “unlike any other!” There is no love story here, just a darkly riveting scramble to grab power at any cost. Macbeth will be sung in Italian with English and Spanish supertitles. The run time for the full evening will be 2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission. Opera Orlando Presents Cendrillon February 7 & 9, 2025 | Steinmetz Hall | On Sale Aug. 23 Opera Orlando presents a fairy tale classic, Jules Massenet’s Cendrillon. Based on the beloved French Cinderella story by Perrault, this all new production will surely sparkle and enchant audiences. Bring the whole family to enjoy this delightful opera directed by James Marvel, making his Company debut, with conductor Noam Aviel returning to Orlando to conduct the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in the pit. This charming take on the Cinderella story is full of fun, laughter, and gorgeous music that will delight audiences of all ages. Cendrillon will be sung in French with English and Spanish supertitles. The run time for the full evening will be 2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission. Opera Orlando Presents Beatrice + Benedict / Cavalleria Rusticana April 25 & 27, 2025 | Steinmetz Hall | Tickets On Sale Nov. 22 Opera Orlando presents two operas rolled into one with Hector Berlioz’s Beatrice + Benedict and Pietro Mascagni’s Cavalleria Rusticana. Watch these stories unfold simultaneously on an Easter day in the Sicilian town of Messina. Audiences first watch Berlioz’s comedy, based on Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, play out in the town square with weddings and a happy ending for all, and then a more tragic tale is told as Mascagni’s verismo opera happens in the exact same town square. This is an all new opera mash-up conceived by Company artistic director Grant Preisser. He leads this production joined by conductor Pasquale Valerio making his company debut. The production will also feature the Opera Orlando Chorus and Youth Company, as well as dancers from Orlando Ballet. Beatrice + Benedict will be sung in English and Cavalleria Rusticana will be sung in Italian. Both will have English and Spanish supertitles. The run time for the full evening will be 2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission. Subscription Add-Ons Opera Orlando Presents Four Lost Santas | Amahl and the Night Visitors December 6–8, 2024 | Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater | Tickets On Sale Sept. 27 Opera Orlando presents the world premiere of Four Lost Santas, a comic Christmas opera. This fun, family-friendly piece is a lead-in to Menotti’s seasonal favorite Amahl and the Night Visitors, and it is the perfect antidote for the hustle and bustle of the season. Join a barbershop quartet of Santas who find themselves lost on their way to what should be their big break: SantaCon! They are thankfully rescued by Judy and Rudy, a mother and son who are running late to their community theater production of Amahl. When they can’t fix the Santas’ car, they all pile into the Mom’s car to get into town. They arrive to utter chaos at the theater as the three Kings and Page have quit the production. Rudy is particularly disappointed, but the Santas save the day as they volunteer to sing the roles in Amahl, because of course they have sung them before. As the cast breathes a sigh of relief, the stage manager yells, “Places!” and then begins Amahl and the Night Visitors, a poignant story of a beautiful Christmas miracle. This pairing is a perfect balance between the commercial and sacred side of the holidays, told by a fantastic cast in the intimate setting of the Alexis and Jim Pugh Theater. Sing along to some of your favorite Christmas carols, and let this new Christmas tradition tug at your heartstrings. Four Lost Santas/Amahl and the Night Visitors will be sung in English with English and Spanish supertitles and have a run time of approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. Opera Orlando Present Treemonisha May 16–18, 2025 | Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater | Jan. 17 Opera Orlando invites you to embark on a life-affirming journey of family and community in a new production of Scott Joplin’s opera Treemonisha. A truly astounding work that resonates on many levels, it is the only opera in existence about the Reconstruction Era African-American experience written by a black man who actually lived through it, and this new production will celebrate the past but also reflect the present, highlighting black excellence and the strength, beauty, and wisdom of Black women, all led by stage director Roberta Emerson. Joplin's tuneful score is a lively mix of ragtime, vaudeville, and grand opera, with a big helping of heart and soul. Treemonisha is a young woman who leads her community against the influence of conjurers, who prey on ignorance and superstition. Through Treemonisha’s confrontation with the conjurers the community realizes the value of education and Treemonisha leads them all into a bright and bountiful future of education, opportunity, and prosperity. Treemonisha will be sung in English with English and Spanish supertitles and have a run time of approximately two hours and 30 minutes with one intermission. The theater will be in a thrust configuration, with seating on three sides Season Subscriptions are now available for all of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts productions and can be purchased here. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Puerto Rican singer and songwriter Yandel adds Orlando stop to his current tour. The Puerto Rican reggaeton star Yandel kicked off his current tour in Los Angeles, CA, on January 12, with the tour continuing throughout the year, wrapping up in Mexico City, Mexico, on November 23. At the time of the tour announcement, Orlando was not included, but Yandel has squeezed in a stop at downtown Orlando's Kia Center on October 13, 2024. Tickets are on sale Friday, April 26 at 12 pm, but you can sign up for a presale now. Yadel is a renowned Puerto Rican reggaeton singer, songwriter, and record producer. He first gained prominence as part of the duo Wisin & Yandel alongside Juan Luis Morera Luna (Wisin). Wisin & Yandel perform two nights at Kia Center in 2022 The duo was highly influential in the reggaeton scene, achieving international success with hits like "Rakata" and "Algo Me Gusta de Ti." They won numerous awards, including Latin Grammy Awards, and their albums have topped the charts across Latin America and the United States. After a successful career with Wisin, Yandel embarked on a solo career in 2013, releasing his debut album "De Líder a Leyenda," which received critical acclaim and commercial success. He is known for his distinctive voice and ability to blend reggaeton with other genres such as salsa, electronica, and hip hop. Yandel has continued to release hit singles and albums as a solo artist, collaborating with other big names in the music industry and solidifying his status as a major figure in Latin music. His solo work has also been recognized with numerous awards and nominations, reflecting his enduring appeal and influence in the genre. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Since its launch in 2005, millions of guests - active-duty military members, veterans, and their families - have enjoyed Busch Gardens for free through the Waves of Honor program. Busch Garden Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens Williamsburg will honor Military Appreciation Month with free one-day admission for U.S. military veterans and up to three guests. Veterans can register for this offer through May 12and have until July 7 to visit the parks with their free tickets. Active-duty military and their guests continue to enjoy one-day complimentary admission all year long. The offers are part of United Parks & Resorts' Waves of Honor program, a longstanding partnership saluting active-duty military members, veterans and their families by offering special pricing and promotions throughout the year. For more than 20 years, the company has been proud to provide complimentary park access to members of the United States military, and as a result, more than 10 million guests – active-duty military members, veterans and their families – have enjoyed free admission through the Waves of Honor program. Whether it's educational animal experiences or thrilling attractions, military families are invited to the parks for a day of family fun. "We are proud to honor active-duty military, veterans and their families with a complimentary visit to one of our parks," said Marc Swanson, CEO of United Parks & Resorts. "We are incredibly grateful to all members of our military for their commitment and dedication to serving our country. The Waves of Honor program extends a small token of our appreciation to those who are serving or who have served. We look forward to welcoming military service members, veterans and their families for a fun-filled day in one of our parks." Eligible U.S. military veterans and retirees can register for complimentary single-day ticket(s) for themselves and up to three dependents before May 12 at www.WavesofHonor.com. After registering, all tickets must be redeemed by July 7. Service members and their direct dependents must have a valid active military ID to participate. Any U.S. active-duty military activated or drilling reservist or National Guardsman can also take advantage of one complimentary admission for themselves and up to three dependents per year to Busch Gardens. Additional discounts and offers are available for active military and veterans through MWR and ITT offices on U.S. military bases and online at www.WavesofHonor.com. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

The 2024 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival begins Aug. 29!  Get all the tasty details. Mark your calendars: The 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE takes place at Walt Disney World Aug. 29 through Nov. 23! As many of you know, there’s always something to celebrate in the neighborhoods of EPCOT, from nature and discovery to culture and cuisine. And while the park has so much to offer every day, here are a few things you won’t want to miss at this year’s festival. Global Marketplaces Of course, it wouldn’t be the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival without the FOOD! Foodie fans can look forward to so many mouthwatering returning favorites. Once again you can indulge in Belgian Waffles with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream or Warm Chocolate Ganache at the Belgium Global Marketplace. In Germany, say “guten tag” to Apple Strudel with Vanilla Sauce, while just over the mountain, The Alps will feature Dark Chocolate Fondue with Berries, Pound Cake, and Meringues. Looking for tropical flavors that will whisk you away to paradise? Passionfruit Cheesecake with Toasted Macadamia Nuts will breeze back in the Hawai’i Marketplace! Say Roquefort! (Or Gruyere or Gouda if you prefer.) That’s right – Emile’s Fromage Montage also returns in 2024. This fun food stroll encourages guests to sample a variety of delicious cheeses served in inventive ways. Purchase any five cheese dishes from the official Global Marketplaces list in your Festival Passport and make sure to collect a stamp for each dish purchased. Once you’ve collected all five stamps, bring the passport to the specified location for a specialty unique item to enjoy! That’s just an amuse bouche to excite you for all the delectable flavors that are to come. Stay tuned for all the details as we share them! Crave-able Merch You might notice in the photo above that we’re giving you a sneak peek at some of what you can look forward to during this year’s festival. Take home a taste of the fun with magnificent merchandise that keeps the magic alive between visits, featuring beloved friends, like Remy from “Ratatouille” and Mickey Mouse. And here’s a fun reveal: Everyone’s favorite purple dragon, Figment, will also be cooking up some fun this fall just in time for the festival. Want to see more? Here are a few more things! CommuniCore Hall CommuniCore Hall will open on June 10 in the heart of World Celebration. And, once the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival begins, the new space will add exciting fresh elements to the festival. Stay tuned for more! Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Scavenger Hunts and More As evening falls, chart-topping musical acts and Orlando’s top talent will take to the stage as part of the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue. Performances will take place nightly in the America Gardens Theatre. Eat to the Beat Dining Packages will also return, ensuring you get a seat for your favorite acts. We’ll have more details soon. On the scavenger hunt front, guests can purchase a map (while supplies last) for Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak and search to find their favorite little chef hidden throughout World Showcase. What are you looking forward to most at the 2024 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below! For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Calling all members of The Squad! Paige DeSorbo and Hannah Berner (from Bravo’s Summer House) are bringing their top-rated podcast Giggly Squad to Central Florida. Giggly Squad Live: Club Giggly with Paige DeSorbo & Hannah Berner is hiding the road, stopping off at over 25 cities this fall, with Paige and Hannah bringing their top-rated podcast to Orlando, and Tampa. First up, Paige Desorbo and Hannah Berner will take to the stage at Hard Rock Live Orlando on Saturday, November 23, with tickets available this Friday, April 26 at 10 am, here. Next up, Club Giggly will stop off at the Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa the following night, on Sunday, November 24 at 8 pm. Tickets will be available Friday, April 26 at 10 am, here. Fans can access presale tickets for the Tampa show on Wednesday, April 24 at 10 am through Seminole Hard Rock Tampa’s X, Instagram, or Facebook pages. Paige DeSorbo and Hannah Berner bring their top-rated podcast on the road with their new show “Club Giggly”. This comedic duo will make fun of everything and get the crowd involved like they’ve never been able to before. Giggles are guaranteed! Hannah Berner was born in Brooklyn, New York and emerged on the comedy scene by writing, directing, editing, and acting in videos on social media and writing viral tweets. She has two podcasts, Berner Phone and Giggly Squad with over 50 million combined downloads. She was a cohost on Bravo’s Chat Room, as well as a member of Bravo’s Summer House for three seasons, and has over 4 million followers across her social media platforms. Through her viral digital series, Han on the Street, which has garnered hundreds of millions of views, she has interviewed stars such as Jennifer Lawrence, Hailey Bieber, Priyanka Chopra, Kesha, and Julia Fox. She currently is on a theater tour across America for her stand up comedy. In 2022, she was named one of Just For Laughs “New Faces Of Comedy" in Montreal. She was recently named one of Variety’s “Top Ten Comics to Watch in 2023”. Paige DeSorbo is a multi-faceted television personality, podcast host, and influential fashion tastemaker. She is a long-standing fan-favorite across three Bravo franchises — Summer House, Winter House and Southern Charm—and was recognized by Variety as one of the “40 Most Powerful Women in Reality TV” in 2023, along with notable industry icons like The Kardashians, Heidi Klum, Paris Hilton and others. Paige has expertly leveraged her platform to expand her personal brand outside the Bravo-verse and is the co-founder and co-host of the top charting podcast, Giggly Squad alongside Hannah Berner. The duo successfully parlayed their hit podcast into a soldout nationwide live show in 2023, with additional tour dates planned across major cities in 2024. DeSorbo is a savvy entrepreneur and trusted fashion expert known for her impeccable, budget-friendly sense of style, specializing in “Looks for Less” that bridge the gap to reinterpret trends and forecasts at more affordable price points. She is a bona fide fashionista with a million Instagram followers and serves as a frequent fashion contributor for the TODAY Show and also hosts her own regular Amazon Live shopping series dubbed, “The Paige DeSorbo Show” where she is regarded as a pioneer in the act of LIVE Shopping and ranks among the top 10 Amazon Live Creators. She has worked with prestigious brands including Nike, Maybelline, Saks, Amazon, Tommy John, Artis, Tula, Panera, and more. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

The Downtown Orlando Sports and Entertainment District has been given the green light by the City of Orlando and is set to open next to Kia Center in 2027. The long time planned sports and entertainment district in downtown Orlando, that was first announced back in 2011, finally appears to be inching closer to reality with the Downtown Orlando Sports and Entertainment District getting the nod from the City of Orlando. Today, Monday, April 22, 2024, City officials gave the final green light for the Downtown Orlando Sports and Entertainment District, with the ambitious 8.5-acre project to be built just steps from the Kia Center at West Church Street and South Hughey Avenue in downtown Orlando. Construction on the huge development is set to begin late 2024, with the 900,000-square-foot mixed-use project including a full-service hotel, 270 residential units, a 3,500-capacity live entertainment venue, office space, a town square featuring a variety of dining and shopping options, and parking for 1,100 vehicles. The City of Orlando say that the project is expected to create 3,400 jobs in downtown, with a projected completed date of March 2027. The Downtown Orlando Sports and Entertainment District is being developed by the Orlando Magic and the DeVos family, owners of the Orlando Magic. Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins commented on the project moving ahead, “With today’s approval and the leadership of Mayor Dyer and City Council, we are looking forward to the next phase of the project and bringing the sports and entertainment district to life,” Orlando City Commissioner Tony Ortiz said, “This is going to be a game changer initiative, going to incentivize businesses, there’s a lot of empty office spaces that need to be filled and this is going to bring people back to downtown.” Located on W. Church Street and S. Hughey Avenue, this exciting mixed-use development project will be brought to life byJMA Ventures, LLC and Machete Group, Inc. who are the development team for the massive project. Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins commented, "We are thrilled to have JMA Ventures and Machete Group guide the development of this joint venture with the DeVos Family and the Orlando Magic. It will be a great place to live, work, and play in the heart of downtown and will provide significant job and contract opportunities during and after construction." “The city has been a tremendous partner to us since the start of the process and we are looking forward to developing a vibrant new place in downtown Orlando,” said David Carlock, founder of Machete Group, Inc. JMA Ventures CEO Todd Chapman. previously said, “Central Florida is a fantastic market for this type of mixed-use development, and this project will further energize downtown Orlando. We look forward to working with the Orlando community to bring the sports and entertainment district to life.” For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

If you love vinyl, Sounds Great Recycled Music located in Winter Park is on the market and it can be yours for $45,000 Hot on the heels of Record Store Day on Saturday, April 20, you can now go one step further than buying a record, and purchase an entire record store right here in Central Florida! Though they were once thought replaced by digital formats, and despite the popularity of music streaming services, in the last few years, vinyl records have made a major comeback. Vinyl is the format that refused to die, and whether its a nostalgia thing, or that the younger generation have discovered that vinyl is cool, there is no denying that the format has seen a resurgence in popularity. Sales of vinyl records rose 10% in 2023 to $1.4 billion – the format's 17th consecutive year of growth, according to the Recording Industry Association of America. And with that interesting piece of information, it might excite you to know that Sounds Great Recycled Music located within the Orange Tree Antiques Mall in Winter Park is currently on the market and it can be yours for $45,000 After almost 25 years at the same location (30 years in the Orlando/Winter Park area). the businesses owner, Dan has decided to pass the torch and is offering the well established and profitable record business for sale. In a recent post on Facebook, Dan explained that you will get over $200,000 (retail price) worth of current inventory, all current tables, shelves, etc, and a huge backroom antique mall space, together with a huge, established customer base. Dan went on to explain more about the opportunity, commenting, "I currently have the space set up as my "discount" or "outlet" location. All LP's are currently priced at $9.00 each. We also have lots of 45's and CD's. This location has been very lucrative but has the potential of being a real money maker. With just a little effort someone could do some organizing and bring in pricier items and really have a gold mine. I now live out of state and it is just getting too hard for me to manage from afar. My loss could be your gain." Your outgoings would include rent, which is $660 per month plus 10% of sales, but for that, they mall handles all sales transactions including credit card payments, paying sales tax, advertising, etc. Dan went on to say that, "Sales have been averaging over $2000 per month for the past few years. However, that was at $7 each for LP's. Prices were recently raised to $9 each." Dan is asking for $45,000 for this turnkey opportunity. If yo are seriously interested in the business, you can call Dan direct at 407-920-3962. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

You'll be sailing aboard the Norwegian Pearl, a 2,300 passenger ship with loads of entertainment, lots of open deck space, and multiple dining options. With year-round sunshine, social nude recreation is an increasingly popular way to spend a vacation or a lifetime in Florida, with the Sunshine State a magnet for naked sun worshipers from around the world. Whether you want to enjoy a variety of nude sports and activities or just a relaxing day on the beach, social nude recreation is increasingly popular in Florida for both tourists and locals. Naturally, the main attraction for those who relish the feel of the sun's rays on their bare skin is Florida's nearly year-round sunshine and inviting weather, and Florida has some of the best nude beaches in the world. Popular with vacationers and locals alike, nude beaches are a great place to enjoy a clothing-optional experience, and hether you’re looking for a quiet spot to soak up the sun or a lively beach to meet other nudists, there are many nude beaches around the state, including Haulover Beach, Blind Creek Beach, Playlinda Beach and Apollo Beach. But, it's not just Florida's beaches that are the draw for nudists, Pasco County, just north of Tampa and St. Petersburg is actually known as the nudist capital of the world, boasting some two dozen nudist resorts and clubs all within 90 minutes of Orlando. And it's not just Pasco, resorts across the state offer no-clothes swimming pools, lakes for paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing; tennis, horseback riding, and more. plus, with Florida the center of the U.S. cruise industry, it’s no wonder that we can go on nude cruises too! If you’ve ever had the desire to take your nudist lifestyle on vacation, a nude cruise is a great option to consider. You’ll have the chance to meet a literal boatload of like-minded people while experiencing the lifestyle on the open seas surrounded by spectacular scenery. Plus, you’ll get to visit multiple destinations all in one trip. A popular choice for a nude cruise is Bare Necessities Tour & Travel Co. This is a cruise company that has been around for over 30 years, specializing in nude cruises. They have chartered over 75 full-ship nude cruises since 1990, making it one of the first cruise lines to openly accept social nudity. Famous for what they call The Big Nude Boat, Bare Necessities’ newest nude cruise is a private island double-dip, with the the Big Nude Boat 2025 setting sail aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Pearl including an exclusive visit to an idyllic private island in The Bahamas. The Big Nude Boat 2025, is an 11-Day adventure to Bare-adise aboard the Norwegian Pearl, a 2,300 passenger ship featuring entertainment, lots of open deck space, and multiple dining options, including a large buffet area for nude outdoor dining. Bare cruisers aboard the Big Nude Boat will enjoy a double-dip visit to Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise Line’s private island. Plus, in between sunny nude beach days at the private island, the cruise itinerary includes visits to Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, San Juan and the French island of Martinique. There is a huge amount of options for accommodation aboard the Norwegian Pearl, with an inside cabin aboard this 11-Day cruise starting at only $2,000 per person, while a balcony cabin will set you back $3,920 per person. Other options include penthouses, suites, and the most expensive, a 3 bedroom garden villa that is priced at $33,155 per person! For more details on The Big Nude Boat 2025, click here. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Imagine Dragons reveal new album 'Loom" will be released on June 28, with a massiveheadlining tour to support what will be the bands sixth full-length album. It's the year of the Dragons, as the Las Vegas pop-rock band Imagine Dragons have announced that they will release their sixth album, Loom, on June 28, and in tandem with the new music, the band will embark on their biggest North American headline tour to date. The Loom World Tour, will kick off in North America with the band taking to the stage in Camden, NJ at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on July 30, 2024, before rolling through major markets coast-to-coast, including a stop at Tampa's MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre on September 1. Ticktes for the Tampa show go on sale Friday, April 26 at 10 am, with a Live Nation Presale happening on Thursday, April 25 at 10 am with code: RIFF. Get tickets here via Live Nation. Imagine Dragons’ sixth studio album LOOM represents the pinnacle of their artistic journey of self-discovery and marks the best body of work they’ve ever made. LOOM, produced entirely by Imagine Dragons and their longtime collaborators Mattman and Robin, finds the perfect balance between the classic sounds that have made them superstars and the freshness that brought them joy in the studio. Featuring 9 brand new tracks including hit single “Eyes Closed”, LOOM signifies new beginnings on the horizon – the excitement for a new day, moments yet to come. Last year, the members of Imagine Dragons found themselves with a rare and well-deserved break from the road—perhaps their longest in many years. So, they made the most of it by devoting that time to family and friends. Catalyzed by this respite with a refreshed perspective, the band rallied together in the studio and mined the same well of inspiration that fed their most beloved material. The musicians reflected on the past in order to catapult into a future where stylistic boundaries have disappeared entirely and anything is possible creatively. This journey has brought them to their most dynamic and definitive body of work to date, LOOM. To herald LOOM, the band recently shared their soaring new anthem entitled “Eyes Closed.” Check out the video HERE. The track illuminates their penchant for boundary-breaking. Stretching the limits of the soundscape almost to the breaking point, they harness a burst of energy with a rafter-reaching refrain primed to soar on the upcoming summer tour. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.

Chill-N is a liquid nitrogen ice cream shop serving up fresh, made-to-order ice cream. Miami-based Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, a made-to-order nitrogen ice cream brand, has just opened the coolest ice-cream spot in Lake Nona, with residents now able to chill out with Chill-N ice cream! Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream allows you to select what you want in your ice cream and it’s flash-frozen right in front of you. The scoop shop founded by Danny Golik in Miami opened its first franchised Central Florida location in September at 1100 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, with franchisee Christopher Wirth also opening the new Lake Nona Chill-N location this past weekend. The new Lake Nona location can be found at 13887 Narcoossee Rd, Suite 120, Lake Nona. Here’s how Chill-N works: customers first choose a portion size, then an ice cream base, either cream, yogurt, tart yogurt, coconut milk, oat milk, or almond milk. Next you’ll add a flavor ranging from classic Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry to more adventurous flavors, including Nutella, Biscotti, OR Dulce de Leche – there’s an ice cream flavor for everyone, including a range of seasonal, limited-time flavors. Current offering include Red Velvet, Apple Pie, or Key Lime Pie. Then the fun really begins with the addition of a huge choice of Mix-N’s: premium toppings including Chocolate Chips, Hot Fudge, Gummy Bears, Marshmallows, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Fresh Berries, Hot Fudge, Bananas, Whipped Cream, Honey, Rainbow Sprinkles, and more! Add as many as you want for the perfect nitrogen ice cream creation. Your customized ice cream recipe is put into a bowl and mixed together and liquid nitrogen is added. The nitrogen flash freezes your perfect ice cream creation. When liquid nitrogen sits at -320°F, it allows your chosen ice cream base to go from a liquid to a solid in about 45 seconds. Once the clouds of vapor clear, you have your creamy, super-fresh ice cream. Since opening its first location in the Village of Pinecrest in Miami 10 years ago, Chill-N has developed a cult-like following and was voted Best Ice Cream in Miami by Miami New Times. The brand now has over a dozen locations spread throughout Florida, Texas, and Tennessee. For more informations on Chill-N Nitrogen Ice Cream, CLICK HERE. For the latest entertainment news and things to do in Orlando, and throughout Central Florida, follow Gotta Go Orlando on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Never miss any Orlando news! Sign up for the Gotta Go Orlando Newsletter. Got a story to tell? Contact us here. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.