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Check out the can’t-miss experiences at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is a celebration of the holidays like none other – packed with dazzling live entertainment like the popular Candlelight Processional and Holiday Storytellers along with delicious seasonal treats, family-friendly activities and more. Check out the nine popular things you need to do before the festivities end on Dec. 30. Candlelight Processional is Disney Parks Tradition Our first must-do is the guest favorite EPCOT Candlelight Processional – guaranteed to get you in the holiday spirit. This special retelling of the Christmas story by celebrity narrators features an amazing choir of Disney cast members and local community groups and a 50-piece live orchestra with herald trumpets. Here’s an updated list of celebrity narrators performing now through to the end of the festival: Brendan Fraser (NEW): Dec. 12-14 Eva Longoria (NEW): Dec. 15-16 Joey McIntyre (NEW): Dec. 17-18 Sterling K. Brown (NEW): Dec. 19-20 Jordan Fisher (NEW): Dec. 21-23 Steven Curtis Chapman: Dec. 24-26 Audra McDonald (NEW): Dec. 27-28 Lisa Ling: Dec. 29-30 Notice the number of NEW celebrity narrators you can still enjoy in the coming weeks. Performances are nightly at America Gardens Theatre at EPCOT with showtimes at 5:15, 7 and 8:30 p.m. Spaceship Earth Shines Bright for the Holidays When the sun sets, the iconic Spaceship Earth attraction is a sparkling must-see during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The colorful lights can be enjoyed every night and the display is accompanied by the Disney100 anthem, an original version of “When You Wish Upon a Star.” Holiday Kitchens Cook Up Festive Recipes, Drinks There are treats too good to miss at more than 15 Holiday Kitchens this year. Walt Disney World is cooking up recipes and festive drinks from around the world, including favorites like the Cheese Fondue in a Bread Bowl and Slow Roasted Turkey as well as Spiced Pumpkin Punch and Cranberry Mimosas. One-of-a-Kind Holiday Cookie Stroll at EPCOT The Holiday Cookie Stroll is another must-do festival experience featuring delightful cookies from the Holiday Kitchens. Cookies include: Linzer Cookie Gingerbread Cookie Black and White Cookie (Plant-based) Snickerdoodle Cookie made with SNICKERS bar pieces Spiced Chocolate Cookie Peppermint Pinwheel Cookie Holiday Sugar Cookie Jingle Sugar Cookie made with M&M’S chocolate candies And at the Holiday Cookie Stroll, when you purchase any five cookies from the official locations and collect matching stamps in their Festival Passport, you can bring it to Holiday Sweets & Treats to receive a specialty cookie. Visit Santa Claus at EPCOT Until Dec. 24 At the Odyssey Pavilion at EPCOT during the festival, you can also visit Santa Claus to say hello, pose for a photo and share a Christmas wish. The classic tradition of photos with Santa begins each day at 11 a.m. and can also be experienced at 12:30, 2, 3:30, 5 and 6:30 p.m. now through Dec. 24. Holiday Storytellers Share Traditions from Around World While exploring World Showcase at EPCOT, there’s also a sleigh full of merry Holiday Storytellers to enjoy as they share each country’s holiday traditions. Here’s the list: Mexico Pavilion – Las Posadas Celebration: Sunday through Thursday Join the fun of Las Posadas with dancers, piñatas and the music of Mariachi Cobre. Norway Pavilion – A Mischievous Magical Barn Santa: Daily Celebrate the season with laughter as a mischievous Barn Santa visits Sigrid, an unsuspecting Christmas storyteller. China Pavilion – Chinese Lion Dancer: Daily Catch a glimpse of a colorful performance that brings good fortune and happiness in the Lunar New Year. Italy Pavilion – La Befana: Daily Come hear the tale of La Befana, the kind hearted witch who visits sleeping young children on the Eve of the Epiphany. Japan Pavilion – Daruma Storyteller: Daily Hear the fascinating story of the Daruma doll and the Japanese customs of the New Year! Between the Morocco and France Pavilions – Hanukkah Storyteller: Daily Witness a storyteller recount traveling abroad to explore the diverse music and traditions of Hanukkah around the world. France Pavilion – Pere Noel: Daily Visit with Père Noël and rediscover the magic of Christmas through the letter of a delightful child. United Kingdom Pavilion – Father Christmas: Daily Join Father Christmas as he rings in the season, sharing the traditions of the United Kingdom with good cheer. Canada Pavilion – Canadian Holiday Voyageurs: Daily Explore holiday customs from the various regions of Canada on a musical tour of the Great White North with the Canadian Holiday Voyageurs. JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season Holiday Music During the festival, you also don’t want to miss an uplifting performance of music in celebration of Christmas and Kwanzaa with JOYFUL! A Celebration of the Season. Performances are daily (1:15, 2:20, 3:25 and 4:30 p.m.) at the World Showcase Plaza Stage. Disney Attraction Sparkles with Holiday Decorations Have you seen the must-see holiday lights sparkling at Living with the Land – Glimmering Greenhouses especially for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holiday? You can celebrate the most bountiful time of the year with a special journey through the greenhouses decorated for the season while seeing how Walt Disney World horticulturalists are using innovative techniques and cross-breeding crops to help feed a growing planet. Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt Everyone should also try this year’s Olaf’s Holiday Tradition Expedition Scavenger Hunt! Each journey begins with the purchase of a map and stickers, available at various festival merchandise locations, which lead you on a delightful quest for traditions that Olaf has discovered in every pavilion. Festival-Exclusive Magic Shots from Disney PhotoPass Service And whether it’s Olaf and Sven or The Three Caballeros, there are several different Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots that add a memorable Disney touch to your photos exclusively for the festival. There’s much more to experience at this year’s EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. To enjoy it all, you’ll need a valid park admission and a park reservation for EPCOT on the same date. Events and entertainment are subject to change without notice. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Since opening in November 2019, Hungry Pants has shared it's “plant-curious” menu with Orlando, gaining local awards together with being named one of Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the US. Only weeks after celebrating its 4th anniversary, popular Orlando vegan restaurant Hungry Pants has suddenly announced its closure, with the family-owned restaurant located at 3421 S Orange Avenue announcing the sad news on its Instagram account. Citing financial pressures on the business for the closure, the restaurant owner Alex commented that the restaurant is now closed indefinitely, leaving the door open to Hungry Pants returning in the future. Alex commented, “With great challenge comes great opportunity, we have decided to close our doors - indefinitely. It has not been a secret that our opening in November 2019 provided many financial challenges for this business to get off the ground. It was with sheer grit, determination and a commitment to share our concept with our community that we have continued on for the past 4 years.We have so many accomplishments to reflect on and so many things to be proud.* Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants in the US* Best of Orlando rankings, 4.7 on Google & Yelp." For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Piroshky Piroshky is bringing a unique taste of Eastern Europe to Orlando! Their Piroshky features traditional flavors, offering unforgettable treats. For over three decades, Piroshky Piroshky has been providing Seattle’s locals and travelers alike with unique, handmade baked goods, mainly Piroshky. The bakery has expanded to multiple locations throughout the Pacific Northwest –as well as offering pop-up events across the U.S.A, and now Orlando residents have a chance to taste the bakeries baked goods when they take over Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co. at 1300 Alden Road, Orlando in early January. Piroshky Piroshky Bakery will host the one day pop-up event in Orlando on Jan. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m., where Orlando foodies can indulge in the bakery's specialty Eastern European Piroshky, and more. A Piroshky is an Eastern European turnover sandwich, available in both sweet and savory, best sellers include Beef & Cheese Piroshky, Smoked Salmon Pâté Piroshky, Cinnamon Cardamom Braid, Chocolate Cream Hazelnut Roll, and Potato & Cheese Piroshky. You have to order food in advance via the Piroshky Piroshky website, with a required minimum of $50. All food has to be ordered by January 7 at 5 pm. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

The wildest ride in the wilderness is closing for refurbishment in January at Walt Disney World. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will temporarily close for a very short refurbishment at the Magic Kingdom Park, beginning January 16, 2024, with the ride scheduled to reopen for guests on January 21, 2024, With such a short closure period, the time will be spent on clean up and general maintenance only, For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Walt Disney World has announced that Kali River Rapid's at Disney's Animal Kingdom is closing soon for its annual refurbishment. Animal Kingdom’s popular raft ride usually closes during the cooler winter months for its annual refurbishment, and Walt Disney Wold has announced that Kali River Rapids will be closing for an extended period beginning Monday, January 8, 2024. The last day of operations for the water ride will be Sunday, January 7. and while Walt disney World has not announced a re-opening date, it is expected that the ride will be closed for at least a month, as per previous years refurbishments. In 2023, the ride closed on January 9, reopening on February 26, while the previous years refurbishment commenced on November 1, 2021 through until January 4, 2022. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

With the kids back to school and the temperature cooling down, September is one of the best times to be in Orlando. Check out our list of all the best events and things to do this month. The Top Things To Do In Orlando In September Welcome to September, a busy month of events and things to do here in Orlando. As we transition from summer to fall, we get to enjoy the last of the theme park summer events in early September, before celebrating Oktoberfest, and the first of our spook-tabular Halloween events, yup, it really is a crazy fun time to be in Orlando, and whether you're visiting the area on vacation, or you're an Orlando local, check out our list of the best things to do throughout the month. Happy Summer, Happy Oktoberfest, Prost! Oh and Boo! Happy Halloween too! THEME PARK EVENTS OKTOBERFEST EVENTS HALLOWEEN EVENTS MULTI-DAY EVENTS ONE DAY EVENTS REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS THEME PARK EVENTS The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Now - November 18, 2023 The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is dishing up delights at Walt Disney World Resort now through until November 18, 2023. Get ready to sip and savor at more than 25 Global Marketplaces throughout EPCOT, including returning favorites such as The Fry Basket, Flavors from Fire, Canada, India and Spain. Several new Global Marketplaces will open later during the festival as summer turns to fall. The festival has also welcomed back the popular Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare at America Gardens Theatre. And don’t forget to commemorate your EPCOT visit by bringing festival magic home with official event merchandise including apparel, home décor, trading pins and more. Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld Orlando Now - September 4, 2023 When the sun goes down, the night comes to life at SeaWorld’s Summer Spectacular! Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience your favorite SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Dance the night away with world-class DJs for a family-friendly party beneath the waves. Then end the night with Ignite, a fireworks spectacular that brings the brilliance of the sea to the sky above. Craft Beer Festival at SeaWorld Orlando Now - September 3, 2023 Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday until September 3, 2023 SeaWorld is serving up an incredible party for craft beer lovers. SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival features more than 100 crafts brews, wines, seltzers, and cocktails. Sample an unbeatable mix of domestic and local Florida favorites. Plus savor more than 15 food items expertly paired to match your preferred brew. And to top it all off, festive entertainment will keep the party going all day long. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Select Nights, Now - November 1, 2023 Get ready for a spooktacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, happening now through November 1, 2023. Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including shows, a parade, fireworks, Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more. This limited-capacity, nighttime event starts at 7 pm and allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, themed food and beverage and more Halloween Horror Nights At Universal Orlando Resort Select Nights September 1 - November 4, 2023 Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares. Halloween Horror Nights 32 includes 10 terrifying haunted houses, 5 sinister scare zones and live entertainment. This year's haunted houses include The Exorcist: Believer, Chucky: Ultimate Kill Count, Universal Monsters: Unmasked, Stranger Things 4, and The Last of Us.. Howl-O-Scream At Busch Gardens Tampa Select Nights, September 8 - October 31, 2023 Tampa’s premier Halloween event returns earlier than ever with new frights & scares taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more. Until October 31st, unspeakable horror lives in every dark corner, including on Busch Gardens’ pulse-pounding thrill rides. Howl-O-Scream is bringing fear to the next level and once you’re in there’s nothing to fear but everything. Haunted houses include fan favorite, The Residence: Home For The Holidays, plus Ms. Stranglewood is back for more haunts this spooky season, year, and has something sinister waiting behind every corner. plus, new this year is D.H. Baggums, Circus of Fear. This year's scare zone's include the all new Big Ed's Demolition Derby, which features a rather sinister Big Ed, and Sin City Zombies, another brand new scare zone for 2023. Howl-O-Scream At SeaWorld Orlando Select Nights, September 8 - October 31, 2023 Howl-O-Scream resurfaces at SeaWorld Orlando and this year you will have nowhere to hide. Howl-O-Scream has washed ashore, and this time, the fear is everywhere. Returning for its third year on September 8, Howl-O-Scream runs select nights through October 31, and this year Howl-O-Scream isn’t just back at SeaWorld. It’s bigger and better than ever with ALL-NEW terrors. Evade angry haunts as they rampage through scare zones. Seek shelter indoors, only to find you’ve entered a house of horrors. Deepen the thrill with nighttime coaster rides. Quench your thirst for fear at a fiendishly interactive bar. And feel the monstrous electricity of three live shows. Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular Select Days, September 9 - October 31, 2023 At Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular, from September 9 to October 31, guests will step into a whimsical world full of enchantment with Kandy, a witch-in-training! Every Saturday and Sunday, plus Monday Oct. 30 & Tuesday Oct. 31, this event takes place during regular park hours, and is included with park entry. Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular will be casting magical spells, from 12 – 4 pm at the Festival Walkway. A costume parade, story time and trick or treating are some of the activities guests will find in this immersive Halloween experience. SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular Select Dates, September 16 - October 31, 2023 SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular is back with fun surprises, candy, costumes and more! Kids love trick-or-treating (with purchase of reusable bag) during this daytime event as they explore the decorated trail and meet colorful characters. This year be sure to check out all their immersive family Spooktacular Festivities and plan your visit this fall. SeaWorld Spooktacular runs select days, Sept. 16 – Oct. 31, and is included with park admission. LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat Select Days, September 16 - October 29, 2023 Families will be screaming in excitement at LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat this year, with more candy, more LEGO characters and more spell-binding surprises than ever before. This Halloween spectacular will bewitch families with so many amazing experiences including V.I.M. Dance Party Hosted by Lord Vampyre, the new show The UnbeLEAFable Halloween Night and NEW 4D Movie: The Great Monster Chase. Enjoy live shows, costume contests, meet and greets, spooky LEGO decorations and Monster mischief around every corner – all included with general park admission and select Annual Passes OKTOBERFEST EVENTS Oktoberfest at Krush Brau Park Friday, September 15 - October 22, 2023 Get ready for an authentic Oktoberfest experience right here in Kissimmee, at Krush Brau Park! While the traditional Oktoberfest festivities are held in Munich, Germany, you don't have to travel across the Atlantic to immerse yourself in the rich traditions and Bavarian charm. Join Krush Brau Park and indulge in all the beer, food, music, and fun that make Oktoberfest a beloved global celebration. At Krush Brau Park, the've recreated the spirit of Munich's Oktoberfest to bring you an unforgettable experience. Adorned with traditional Bavarian décor and vibrant Oktoberfest colors, sets the perfect backdrop for a memorable celebration. The aroma of freshly baked pretzels, bratwurst, and sauerkraut fills the air, transporting you straight to the heart of Bavaria. Deviant Wolfe Oktoberfest 2023 Saturday, September 23, 2023 Come out to Deviant Wolfe Brewing for the second annual Oktoberfest. Indulge in German-style beers and merriment as they celebrate the Autumn season. Come dressed to impress in your dirndl or lederhosen, pick up your mugs, and celebrate! Enjoy live music by Jackson Parodi from 1-4 pm, Oktoberfest games, and best of all, German-style beers brewed in house especially for the event. Oviedo Oktoberfest 2023 Thursday, September 28 - Saturday, September 30, 2023 Oviedo Oktoberfest is back, and better than ever! At The Oviedo Amphitheatre in Center Lake Park. This three day festival event features authentic German beer, food, live music and entertainment, contests and more! Lake Nona Oktoberfest Saturday, September 30, 2023 Oktoberfest is returning on Saturday, September 30 at Lake Nona Town Center with live music with King Guys Band, plus German food from Park Pizza, German themed entertainment, photo-ops, games, and the annual Stein Hoisting competition! This event is free and open to the public, no ticket needed! HALLOWEEN EVENTS Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Select Nights, Now - November 1, 2023 Get ready for a spooktacular celebration with plenty of tricks and treats at this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, happening now through November 1, 2023. Enjoy spellbinding entertainment including shows, a parade, fireworks, Disney characters dressed in their Halloween best, and so much more. This limited-capacity, nighttime event starts at 7 pm and allows guests to experience shorter wait times on attractions, themed food and beverage and more Halloween Horror Nights At Universal Orlando Resort Select Nights September 1 - November 4, 2023 Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort is huge, its one of the biggest Halloween events in Florida, and features horror of all genres, from cinematic greats and crazed cult favorites to the park’s original abominations, and each year the legend grows and the experience reaches beyond your wildest nightmares. Halloween Horror Nights 32 includes 10 terrifying haunted houses, 5 sinister scare zones and live entertainment. This year's haunted houses include The Exorcist: Believer, Chucky: Ultimate Kill Count, Universal Monsters: Unmasked, Stranger Things 4, and The Last of Us.. Howl-O-Scream At Busch Gardens Tampa Select Nights, September 8 - October 31, 2023 Tampa’s premier Halloween event returns earlier than ever with new frights & scares taking over the entire park with haunted houses, scare zones, sinister shows and more. Until October 31st, unspeakable horror lives in every dark corner, including on Busch Gardens’ pulse-pounding thrill rides. Howl-O-Scream is bringing fear to the next level and once you’re in there’s nothing to fear but everything. Haunted houses include fan favorite, The Residence: Home For The Holidays, plus Ms. Stranglewood is back for more haunts this spooky season, year, and has something sinister waiting behind every corner. plus, new this year is D.H. Baggums, Circus of Fear. This year's scare zone's include the all new Big Ed's Demolition Derby, which features a rather sinister Big Ed, and Sin City Zombies, another brand new scare zone for 2023. Howl-O-Scream At SeaWorld Orlando Select Nights, September 8 - October 31, 2023 Howl-O-Scream resurfaces at SeaWorld Orlando and this year you will have nowhere to hide. Howl-O-Scream has washed ashore, and this time, the fear is everywhere. Returning for its third year on September 8, Howl-O-Scream runs select nights through October 31, and this year Howl-O-Scream isn’t just back at SeaWorld. It’s bigger and better than ever with ALL-NEW terrors. Evade angry haunts as they rampage through scare zones. Seek shelter indoors, only to find you’ve entered a house of horrors. Deepen the thrill with nighttime coaster rides. Quench your thirst for fear at a fiendishly interactive bar. And feel the monstrous electricity of three live shows. Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular Select Days, September 9 - October 31, 2023 At Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular, from September 9 to October 31, guests will step into a whimsical world full of enchantment with Kandy, a witch-in-training! Every Saturday and Sunday, plus Monday Oct. 30 & Tuesday Oct. 31, this event takes place during regular park hours, and is included with park entry. Busch Gardens’ Spooktacular will be casting magical spells, from 12 – 4 pm at the Festival Walkway. A costume parade, story time and trick or treating are some of the activities guests will find in this immersive Halloween experience. Scream-A-Geddon September 8 - November 4, 2023 If you go down to the woods this spooky season your in for a horrific surprise... Scream-A-Geddon in Dade City is BACK! Spread across 20 acres in a remote corner of Pasco County, the scariest of horror parks, Scream-A-Geddon Horror Park has five haunted houses, a zombie paintball fight and monsters who can and will grab you! Scream-A-Geddon is only a miserable 1 hour, 30 minute drive from Orlando, and it is so worth it, if you dare.... This years event features the all new haunted house, Breach. Enter if you dare, but you may never come out, plus returning this year is fan favorite's, Rage 3D, Floodwater Bayou, Ravenhill Asylum, Demon's Revenge, and of course it wouldn't be Scream-A-Geddon without Zombie Paintball Assault!! The event also features Monster Midway with food, beer, and games, and Bono's Beer Garden. Gaylord Palms Goblins & Giggles Weekends September 9 - October 29, 2023 Bewitching thrills, chills and laughter will once again fill fall weekends as guests are treated to family-friendly Halloween fun beginning Sept. 9, 2023, when Gaylord Palms Resort kicks off its annual Goblins & Giggles Weekends celebration. The much loved event which runs through Oct. 29, will feature live shows, interactive events, dance and costume parties, character experiences, spooky animal encounters, a themed scavenger hunt and escape room, and plenty of sweet treats. Plus this year, Gaylord Palms Resort is offering two “Fall Into Family Fun” hotel packages with features like free resort credit, premium guest room views, and tickets to popular Goblins & Giggles Weekends events. Nosf3ratu at The Ren Theater September 15 - November 5, 2023 Nosferatu is returning to Orlando for year 3! Renaissance Theatre Company have revealed that the re-re-vamped adult horror experience Nosferatu is back following a sold out run in 2022. This years experience has been totally re-vamped, so returning guests will join new patrons to experience it all for the first time. Every inch of the Ren's 15,468 square foot warehouse in Downtown Orlando will be converted into an exciting maze of elaborately designed shadowy scenes, with the audience moves from room to room, encountering performers behind every secret door. The great thing about this experience is that every guest has a unique experience, with the cast of 32 vampires leading the audience into hidden corners of the building, where they play out scary, and sexy scenarios during the 90-minute experience. One the experience is over, new this year is VBar, the sexy nightclub where thirsty vampires meet their prey opens late for a completely different experience. Sexy vampires, live entertainment, and bloody good cocktails. See the show, stay for the party. Nosferatu is for adults 18+ Strong sexuality including nudity. Sadism, blood, gore, and violent themes. Expect haze and fog, strobing and moving lights, complete darkness. Loud sounds and music throughout. Audience will move from space to space through dark corridors on foot. Check out rentheatre.com for details. SeaWorld Halloween Spooktacular Select Dates, September 16 - October 31, 2023 SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular is back with fun surprises, candy, costumes and more! Kids love trick-or-treating (with purchase of reusable bag) during this daytime event as they explore the decorated trail and meet colorful characters. This year be sure to check out all their immersive family Spooktacular Festivities and plan your visit this fall. SeaWorld Spooktacular runs select days, Sept. 16 – Oct. 31, and is included with park admission. LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat Select Days, September 16 - October 29, 2023 Families will be screaming in excitement at LEGOLAND Florida Brick-or-Treat this year, with more candy, more LEGO characters and more spell-binding surprises than ever before. This Halloween spectacular will bewitch families with so many amazing experiences including V.I.M. Dance Party Hosted by Lord Vampyre, the new show The UnbeLEAFable Halloween Night and NEW 4D Movie: The Great Monster Chase. Enjoy live shows, costume contests, meet and greets, spooky LEGO decorations and Monster mischief around every corner – all included with general park admission and select Annual Passes. Vampirates: When the Blood Moon Rises Select Nights, September 19 - October 31, 2023 Pirates Dinner Adventure is hosting “Vampirates: When the Blood Moon Rises”, a Halloween-themed dinner show suitable for ghouls and goblins of all ages. As the Blood Moon casts an eerie glow over the high seas, the notorious Captain Sebastian the Black and his pirate crew of vampires are in search of the Sulzana’s Eye, a cursed necklace that will allow them to live in the daylight. And only you can stop them before the necklace falls into the wrong hands! Embark on a spooktacular journey filled with aerial artistry, swordplay, death-defying stunts and dynamic duels. In addition to the themed show, guests can satisfy their sweet tooth on the Trick R Treat Trail and the whole family is encouraged to dress up in their favorite costumes on select nights of the Vampirates show. Screamin' Green Hauntoween at Crayola Experience September 23 - October 31, 2023 Screamin' Green Hauntoween is back and more colorful than ever! Join Crayola Experience Orlando on a quest to discover rare, Halloween colors and meet monster-ific characters as you go! To find them all, you’ll journey into an ancient Pharaoh’s tomb, creep through a spooktacular forest and more all while creating WITCHtacular crafts! This event is CHALK-full of spooky happenings: a themed scavenger hunt, spook-tastic crafts, character photo ops, and more! ALL included with admission. Plus every weekend enjoy trick-or-treating and a DJ dance party. Fear Reach Scream Park Select Nights from September 26 - November 4, 2023 Far Reach Ranch in Tavares is home to a brand new terrifying haunted attraction for 2023 called Fear Reach Scream Park. Fear Reach Scream Park will be open every Friday and Saturday from September 29 - November 4, plus Halloween night itself on October 31. Regular hours will be 7 pm - 12 am. This new haunted attraction has 3 haunted attractions, Grimoire Manor, Bloodline Barn, and Chainsaw Chase, then at Pitchfork Parlor you can enjoy spooky cocktails from the bar and live music featuring a punk/rockabilly band, plus try your hand at axe throwing and carnival games in Dr. Deviant’s Game Emporium! Happy Frights Select dates between September 29 and October 31, 2023 Gather the entire family for a fun, family-friendly Halloween adventure throughout Orlando’s Leu Gardens during Happy Frights. This new experience from Creative City Arts features exciting immersive worlds, live characters, food and trick-or-treating. Guests will meet a dancing bridge-troll, walk through a garden of sunflowers, explore a neon-light maze, climb up a giant hay-pyramid, celebrate Dia de Muertos and so much more – all while visiting nine trick-or-treat stations along the way. Get tickets here. Haunting Nights at Leu Gardens Select Nights from September 29 - October 31, 2023 This Halloween season once darkness arrives, there is a brand new nighttime experience to enjoy here in Orlando, as Creative City Arts presents Haunting Nights, an artful, exciting Halloween experience that will take place in the forests of Leu Gardens. Guests to this new immersive Haunting Nights experience will be welcomed by a 10’ tall jack-o-lantern, before making your way past the bridge troll and into the forest of eyes. You will then walk through a garden of sunflowers, journey through a neon-light maze, climb up a giant hay-pyramid, meet La Catrina in our Dia de Muertos world, and so much more. Creative City Arts promises some jump-scares, but say it won't be too scary with the event recommended for guests 13 and up. Get tickets here. Sir Henry Haunted Trail Select Nights, September 29 - November 4, 2023 The one of a kind outdoor haunted attraction, Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail is celebrating 10 seasons of horror this spooky season, guests can expect an all new attraction - a haunted hayride, as well as brand new themes for every trail including the return of many fan favorite characters! This years event will run select nights from September 29 - November 4, and will feature 3 haunted experiences, Legends Of Halloween haunted hayride, 2 escape rooms, plus laser tag, and axe throwing. The three new trail for this years event are Tales Of The Dead, Wicked Waters and Moonlight Massacre. Sir Henry Haunted Trail is a horrific one hour drive from Orando in your doom buggy. The Haunting of River Ranch Every Fri/Sat from September 29 - November 4, 2023 Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo is is back with bone-chilling excitement, as the resort hosts the second chapter of the annual The Haunting of River Ranch. From September 29 – November 4, 2023, guests of Westgate River Ranch and the public are invited to immerse themselves in The Haunting of River Ranch. This year's event features the Cowboy Adventure Park & Florida Fair, a haunted hayride and an all-new haunted house, intertwined with a captivating original narrative. MULTI-DAY EVENTS Gaylord Palms Resort Summer Of More Now - September 4, 2023 Gaylord Palms Resort is inviting guests to a Summer of More with their regal court an band of spirited buccaneers for plenty of pirate and princess fun. Guests will find a treasure trove of shows and activities, hands-on experiences, fun-in-the- sun at Cypress Springs Water Park and pirate- and princess-themed décor across the 64-acre resort. During the event, families can create treasures in a craft clubhouse, look for jewels in a puzzle- filled escape room, stroll through remnants of a pirate galleon, embark on a plundering scavenger hunt, see a family films at the resort’s water park, and more. Labor Day Weekend Celebration September 1 - September 4, 2023 Celebrate the “Unofficial End of Summer” at the Promenade at Sunset Walk! Enjoy four fun filled days and nights of live music, entertainment, bands, DJ’s, street performers, car shows, amazing food, and so much more. With free admission, and free parking, the Promenade at Sunset Walk is a fabulous outdoor Entertainment district featuring over two dozen unique restaurants and shops, with live music and entertainment nightly. Great Irish Hooley at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant. September 1 - September 4, 2023 Need a good dose of authentic Irish music? Then you’re in for a treat at Central Florida’s only authentic Irish and roots music festival--the Great Irish Hooley at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant. This intimate music experience returns to Disney Springs this Labor Day Weekend, September 1 - 4, featuring top Irish bands playing everything from trad and folk to Celt grass and blues. Disney On Ice presents Magic In The Stars September 1 - September 4, 2023 Make a wish and hold on tight as Disney On Ice brings beloved Disney stories to life! Disney On Ice presents Magic In The Stars, features the most Disney characters ever in one show, including the on-ice debuts of Frozen 2 and Raya and the Last Dragon. The all-star cast includes 56 of your favorite Disney stars, including Mirabel, Woody and Buzz, Tiana, Moana, and more! See the show in Orlando on September 1 - 3, at downtown's Amway Center, where you will be one of the first to see this all-new show. Visit Orlando Magical Dining Now - October 1, 2023 Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back, celebrating Orlando's eateries, now in its 18th year, locals and visitors alike love this event, which is on now through Oct. 1, 2023, offering 6 full weeks and 45 delicious days of amazing food at a bargain price! With more than 115 of Orlando’s best restaurants serving up three-course prix-fixe menus for either $40 or $60, as part of a new tiered menu system, Magical Dining is a great way to get out and explore Orlando's vibrant dining scene and discover new favorites for a really great price. This year’s roster brings 16 new restaurants to the dining program, as well as seven restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide. Visit Orlando’s Magical Nights is also back, encouraging diners to turn their night on the town into an affordable, end-of-the-summer Orlando staycation with special savings and offers. The Comedy of Errors September 6 - October 1, 2023 Orlando Shakes presents The Comedy of Errors. Set during the revelries of Mardi Gras and featuring New Orleans Jazz, Zydeco and Delta Blues music, Shakespeare’s non-stop hilarious farce of love, mistaken identity, and two sets of twins separated as babies - gets swept up in the carnival celebrations. Bring your Mardi Gras beads and let the good times roll! Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: In Concert September 7 - September 8, 2023 Central Florida Community Arts is busy preparing for their ground-breaking production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast: In Concert, a performance that is set to bring together a full choir, orchestra, and acting company, and phenomenal singers from across the region. The performance will include members from all areas of CFCArts, including performers for Narrators and UpBeat! From little kids to older adults, people with disabilities, exceptionalities, and from all backgrounds will see themselves represented on stage. Tickets are priced from $10 each, and are selling fast, click here for more details. Every Brilliant Thing September 8 - September 23, 2023 The incredible John O'Hurley will take the stage at the Garden Theatre beginning September 8 in the one-man play, Every Brilliant Thing. You may know him from Seinfeld as J. Peterman, or from Dancing with the Stars, or you may have read one of his books. The multi-talented actor, author, composer, and game show host brings a moving, insightful, and hilarious story to the Garden. Every Brilliant Thing is one-person play leading audiences through a remarkable journey that truly examines what makes life worth living, and the power of theatre to bring people together. Find out more by visiting: gardentheatre.org/shows. ONE DAY EVENTS 4 Amigos at Hard Rock Cafe & Live Orlando September 1, 2023 4 Amigos comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Get your tickets now! Candlelight: A Tribute to Bad Bunny September 1, 2023 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Bad Bunny at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight. Movie Night: Top Gun Maverick September 1, 2023 Enjoy an outdoor movie in Orlando’s most beautiful garden at Harry P. Leu Gardens. Pack a dinner picnic basket and seating, alcohol is permitted. Someday Honey and Bengali 600 September 1, 2023 Someday Honey and Bengali 600 featuring Kaleigh Baker, Mark Cunningham, Matt Walker, John Holt, and Sam Farmer live at Will's Pub. Classic Albums Live: Queen's A Night at the Opera September 2, 2023 Classic Albums Live: Queen's A Night at the Opera comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Eric Johnson's Treasure Tour September 2, 2023 Eric Johnson's Treasure Tour comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Teen Agers, Panther Camp, The Hamiltons, M.A.C.E., and Vegan Butcher September 2, 2023 Will's 28th Anniversary Weekend: Teen Agers, Panther Camp, The Hamiltons, M.A.C.E., and Vegan Butcher perform LIVE on Saturday September 2. Labor Day Bash feat. DJ Icey, Stanton Warriors and DJ Magic Mike September 3, 2023 Labor Day Bash comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Blind Tiger at Will’s Pub - Orlando September 5, 2023 Montgomery Drive Presents Blind Tiger, Voices In Vain, Shock & Awe, Burial Joy at Will’s Pub - Orlando. The JOHNNYSWIM Stories Tour September 5, 2023 The JOHNNYSWIM Stories Tour comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Bad Omens: Concrete Forever September 6, 2023 Bad Omens: Concrete Forever comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! BLURRY with Off Track and Midhouse September 7, 2023 BLURRY with Off Track and Midhouse live at Will’s Pub - Orlando. Get your tickets now! Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift September 7, 2023 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight. Ivan Cornejo September 7, 2023 Ivan Cornejo comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Sense Fail September 8, 2023 Sense Fail comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Jazz'n Blues Concert at Harry P. Leu Gardens September 9, 2023 Get ready for an amazing evening of jazz, blues and a little bit of everything in between from some of the most popular bands in Central Florida at Leu Gardens. Pack a picnic of your favorite foods and bring seating, alcohol is permitted. Kamelot: Awaken the World Tour w/Battle Beast & Xandria September 9, 2023 Kamelot: Awaken the World Tour comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Daniel Caesar: Superpowers World Tour September 10, 2023 Daniel Caesar: Superpowers World Tour comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! K92.3 All Star Jam September 11, 2023 This year's highly anticipated K92.3 All Star Jam is returning to Orlando's Addition Financial Arena on Monday, September 11. The star-studded artist lineup is Old Dominion, Russell Dickerson, Brian Kelley, Randy Houser, ERNEST, Megan Moroney, and Priscilla Block! Tickets are on sale now. Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay September 13, 2023 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay at The Abbey under the gentle glow of candlelight. Dance Gavin Dance: Jackpot Juicer 2023 September 13, 2023 Dance Gavin Dance comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Dream: Live in Concert September 14, 2023 Dream: Live in Concert comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Heather McMahan: The Comeback Tour September 14, 2023 Heather McMahan comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Get your tickets now! Wave to Earth September 14, 2023 Wave to Earth comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Thomas Rhett: Home Team Tour 23 September 16, 2023 Thomas Rhett is coming to Orlando! He's bringing his Home Team Tour to Amway Center on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Pod Meets World Live: The Kids Wanna Jump! Tour September 16, 2023 Pod Meets World Live comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! The International Food and Drink Festival 2023 September 17, 2023 The International Food and Drink Festival 2023 at Downtown Orlando is back! Enjoy the best restaurants from Central Florida, exotic drinks, food eating contests, giveaways and more! Festival Park in Downtown Orlando, FL. FREE admission! Corey Taylor September 19, 2023 Corey Taylor comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Eric Nam September 21, 2023 Eric Nam comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! Becky G September 22, 2023 Becky G comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Orlando Salsa Festival September 22, 2023 Get ready for the ultimate salsa extravaganza! The Orlando Salsa Festival is coming to Amway Center, featuring the legendary Willie Colón and El Gran Combo! Prepare to dance the night away to the electrifying rhythms of salsa and experience a once-in-a-lifetime concert event. Ryan Castro September 22, 2023 Ryan Castro comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! Nothing More: Spirits 2023 North American Tour September 23, 2023 Nothing More: Spirits 2023 North American Tour comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! Becky G: Mi Casa, Tu Casa Tour September 24, 2023 Becky G comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando. Tickets on sale now! Karol G September 24, 2023 Get ready for an explosive night of Latin music! Karol G is coming to Camping World Stadium and bringing her infectious energy and chart-topping hits to the stage. Jawbreaker With Joyce Manor, Grumpster September 25, 2023 Jawbreaker comes to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs with Joyce Manor and Grumpster. Get your tickets now! TV Girl September 27, 2023 TV Girl comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! All Time Low September 28, 2023 All Time Low comes to Hard Rock Live Orlando with special guests Gym Class Heroes, Grayscale and Lauren Hibberd. Get your tickets now! Flogging Molly: Summer Tour 2023 September 30, 2023 Flogging Molly comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now! 5th Annual 104.1 "Best of Challenge" Sandwich Edition September 30, 2023 Promenade at Sunset Walk presents the 5th Annual “Best of Challenge": Sandwich Edition showcasing the Best Sandwiches from many of the Promenade's Amazing Venues. Plus, Margaritaville Resort Orlando. Guests are invited to enjoy Live Entertainment, and all Event Activities hosted by "The Jim Colbert Show" and DJ Scotty B. Plus following the "Best of Challenge" stay & enjoy "Switch" Live, DJ Rick GZ, The Promenade Street Market & Show Car Saturday Nights! REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays Every Friday Friday nights, the Promenade at Sunset Walk presents Fired-Up Fridays, a free Car & Truck Show event with all makes, models, and years welcome of show car quality. Featuring music by DJ Scotty B and Company, plus the very best regional live bands. Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Every Friday Join the heart pounding excitement of high-performance engines and true horse power for our Muscle Car Show every Friday night at Old Town in Kissimmee. The Friday Muscle Car Show will begin at 3:00pm and the qualifications are show-quality muscle and factory-performance cars from 1964 and newer and classics from 1985 and older. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm . Art After Dark in Lake Nona Every Friday Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Art After Dark is a perfect evening out for the whole family, enjoy a stroll through the Town Center as you explore hand crafted artisan products, and tasty cuisine. Be sure to grab a glass a wine, stay a while to enjoy the art displayed on the six story art installation, The Beacon. Duel of Fools at SAK Comedy Lab Every Friday and Saturday This is SAK’s signature improv show! Two teams of professional improvisers compete for your laughs with audience judges selected at the start of the show. The actors make up songs, scenes and characters right in front of your eyes with the help of the audience’s suggestions and participation. Appropriate for all ages. 7 pm. King Of The Hill at SAK Comedy Lab Every Friday and Saturday In this knockdown, drag-out comedy battle, a cast of our professional performers pair up in teams of two and use audience suggestions to create scenes, songs and characters on the spot. After each round, the audience decides which team wins and which team loses. The winning team stays for the next round while the losers form new teams to dethrone the Kings. By the end there can only be one King of the Hill! 9 pm. Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise at Old Town Every Saturday Join Old Town in Kissimmee every Saturday and take a trip down memory lane. The Old Town Classic Car Show has been a local tradition for over 30 years, it is one of the premier weekly car shows in Central Florida. The Saturday Classic Car Show begins at 1:00pm and welcomes show-quality 1985 and older hot rods, street rods, and antiques. Cars will cruise at 8:30pm and all cars registered can participate. The Classic Car Show is free for participants and free for the public to attend. It’s the perfect outing for families of every generation, young and old, to enjoy. Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona Every Saturday Live on the Lawn is your Saturday oasis to relax and recharge while listening to live music and playing lawn games with family and friends. Join Lake Nona from 11 am – 3 pm every Saturday! Show Car Saturday Nights at Promenade at Sunset Walk Every Saturday The Promenade at Sunset Walk is home to Show Car Saturday Nights. All makes and models are welcome and displayed along Margaritaville Boulevard. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the music of DJ Scotty B while admiring an amazing collection of classic to modern automobiles, with live bands performing on the Promenade Plaza Stage nightly. Throughout the evening, find your favorite restaurants and shops at the Promenade at Sunset Walk. Disney Springs Kids Club Every Saturday Dance, play and be entertained at engaging shows for kids of all ages at the Disney Springs Kids Club, taking place every Saturday. Free Entertainment and Free Parking. Orlando Area Farmers Markets Every Saturday Winter Garden Farmers Market The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. in beautiful Historic Winter Garden. Winter Park Farmers Market The Winter Park Farmers’ Market is one of the best produce and plant markets in Central Florida which takes place every Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Central Park. Lake Mary Farmers Market The Lake Mary Farmers Market features local vendors of produce, plants, baked goods, and arts and crafts. The market is open every Saturday, from 9am-1:30pm at Lake Mary City Hall. City of Longwood Farmer's Market Visit every Saturday at the City of Longwood Farmers Market at Reiter Park from 9 am to 2 pm, with locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and more. Lake Nona Farmers Market Join in every Saturday morning in Lake Nona, the Lake Nona Farmers Market takes place in the beautiful Town Center from 11 am - 3 pm, shop local with the freshest produce and more. Ren Fair at The Renaissance Theatre Company Every Sunday Renaissance Fair at The Ren, is a unique outdoor and indoor event, featuring drag shows, live music, and more. Diverse and Queer-friendly, 18+. Shops! Vendors, Artists, Crafts, Food Vendors/Trucks, Plants, Merchandise. Orlando Area Farmers Markets Every Sunday Orlando Farmers Market at Lake Eola Park One of the most popular farmers markets in Central Florida, Orlando Farmer’s Market is located in the heart of Orlando at Lake Eola park, and takes place Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebration Farmers Market Every week at Celebration Farmers Market there are multiple vendors here selling everything from fresh food and produce, to local crafted jewelry, and much more, with a beautiful backdrop of Lakeside Park, this is a must go to farmers market on Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m East Orlando Farmer's Market The popular East Orlando Farmers Market offers hand selected produce, creative local small business owners, along with botanical varieties to chose from. Every Sunday 11 am - 4 pm. Clermont Farmer's Market Clermont Farmer's Market features over 60 vendors selling seafood, organic produce, and other household items, this popular market is the place to go on Sundays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Downtown Mount Dora Village Market Mount Dora’s open-air Mount Dora Village Market in Sunset Park is open Sundays from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm offering fresh products from over 50 market vendors. 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. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. 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It’s the most wonderful time of the year at ZooTampa with the return of Christmas in the Wild, featuring one of Tampa Bay’s largest light displays, delectable holiday treats, amazing wildlife and new festive adventures. Tis' the season to get wild in Tampa, at Christmas in the Wild taking place right now at ZooTampa, and this years event is more festive, brighter, and WILDER than ever, with holly jolly entertainment that the whole family will enjoy! Celebrate the holidays with one of Tampa Bay’s largest light displays, fabulous live entertainment, delectable holiday treats, festive drinks, amazing wildlife and much more. Get ready to make unforgettable holiday memories as you explore the most festive and brightest Christmas in the Wild to date at Tampa's most wildly unique holiday traditions ever! ZooTampa Christmas In The Wild is taking place on select night, now through December 30. Highlights include: Cheerful Realms Experience the magic of the holiday with immersive realms full of twinkling lights, cheerful music, and joyous surprises. Merry Shows Holiday cheer is everywhere with fun and interactive family shows and festive entertainment throughout the Zoo. Jolly Animal Experiences Celebrate the season with some unique and holiday-theme animal experiences throughout the Zoo. Festive Treats & Drinks Indulge in tasty treats and delicious drinks as you experience twinkling lights and joyful entertainment. ZooTampa at Lowry Park is a place of unforgettable, natural connections, home to more than 1,100 animals and famous for having one of the most beautiful, tropical zoological settings in the world. The Zoo brings together animals and visitors to create unforgettable, natural connections, for more information, visit Zoo Tampa's website. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Winter menu at Marlow's Tavern boasts comforting creations and an all-new selection of mouthwatering steaks. Marlow's Tavern with local locations in Orlando, Oviedo, and Tampa ushers in the fall and winter seasons with new plates including sharable appetizers, hearty entrees, savory sides, decadent desserts, and a new “Steakhouse Cuts” menu section with satiating steaks. These seasonal dishes complement the eatery’s classic mainstays and give guests new reasons to visit their favorite tavern. “We always look forward to enhancing our menu to take advantage of the new bounty of fresh items each season,” says executive chef, CEO, and co-founder John Metz. “For winter, we are excited to offer heartier, comforting fare, and our new Steakhouse Cuts selection is the biggest addition to the menu.” New items that are now available include: Tavern Hummus – creamy hummus, marinated feta and tomato, toasty seasoned pita and pine nuts Maine Lobster & Shrimp Chowder – New England-style, carrots, celery, bacon, corn, sweet onion, Burbank potatoes and fresh herb Warm Brie & Spinach Fondue – creamy brie, white wine, baby spinach and crisp pita Pressed Cubano – slow-cooked pulled pork, ham, Swiss, mustard mojo and toasted Cuban bread Steakhouse Cuts – Bistro filet, New York strip or filet medallions served with twice-baked potatoes and choice of sauce Shrimp Campanelle – seared blackened jumbo shrimp, andouille sausage, okra, corn, onion, red pepper, grainy mustard and Creole cream Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Twice-Baked Loaded Potatoes Bourbon Pecan Pie – toasty pecans, buttery crust, Woodford Reserve bourbon and whipped cream Coffee Butter Cake – Mr. Black coffee liqueur-soaked sponge and whipped cream Guests can pair these new dishes with a selection of hand-crafted cocktails including the following new libations: Strawberry Gin Party – Gray Whale gin, Fruitful rhubarb, fresh strawberry, lemon juice, prosecco One Flew South – Coconut Cartel rum, St. George spiced pear, lime, simple, tarragon, Fever Tree elderflower tonic Winter Mirage – Don Cosme reposado tequila, Illegal mezcal, prickly pear, aloe juice, squeezed lime, simple mix Marlow’s Tavern is open daily for lunch and dinner, plus weekday happy hour. For more information, visitmarlowstavern.com. Local Area Locations Marlow’s Waterford Lakes 547 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828, 407.757.0606 Marlow’s Oviedo 352 Mike Roberto Way, Oviedo, FL 32765, 407.542.1475 Marlow’s Lee Vista 6889 Eagle Watch Drive, Orlando, FL 32822, 407.985.2381 Marlow's Carrollwood 13134 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618, 813.513.8899 For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Chart-topping recording artist Rod Wave released his fifth album, Nostalgia in September, and to support the new release, Rod is ending his year on a massive nationwide supporting tour. The Nostalgia Tour celebrates the St. Petersburg native’s fourth studio album, Nostalgia, which is the follow-up to Rod’s chart-topping, platinum-certified Beautiful Mind album, which was also the fourth consecutive platinum-certified project of his career. Blessed with a special singing voice, and an uncanny gift for songwriting, Florida’s Rod Wave is taking his own path to the top of the game. Coming through with a soulful set of Southern sing-raps, the St.Petersburg native has built a groundswell of regional support and blossomed into a national streaming phenomenon. The Nostalgia Tour will roll into Orlando on December 15, 2023 at the Amway Center, with  support from Ari Lennox, Toosii, G Herbo and Eelmatic. Tickets are still available here. 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.

Beep! Beep! GasBuddy has revealed the Naughtiest and Nicest Holiday Driving Cities in the country, what list do you think Orlando is on? Santa Claus is coming to town... but let's hope he's not taking the highway. GasBuddy HAS released the results of its annual aggressive holiday driving study, revealing that U.S. drivers are up to 48% more aggressive on the roads during the holiday season. The study ranked the top 50 U.S. metros from most to least aggressive, placing Tucson, AZ at the top of the "naughty list", and Minneapolis, MN as the city with the "nicest" holiday drivers, rising six spots from 7th in 2022. So what list is Orlando on? Well, it's no surprise that Orlando is on the naughty list! GasBuddy's study examined millions of drives during 2023's Thanksgiving holiday weekend, measuring the number of events of speeding, hard braking, and fast acceleration, and Orlando has placed number three on the Naughty List – Top 10 Cities with the Most Aggressive Holiday Drivers! "Driving during the holiday season can be stressful, but it's important to remember to stay calm and courteous on the road," said Patrick DeHaan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "Additionally, aggressive driving can negatively impact fuel efficiency, causing drivers to waste money that could be spent on holiday celebrations or gifts for loved ones." The full rankings can be found here. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Yet another new store has opened at The Florida Mall, MINISO is an innovative lifestyle and design-led product retailer offering high quality fun products at affordable prices. The global lifestyle brand MINISO has celebrated the grand opening of its 100th store in the United States, situated in Orlando's Florida Mall. Ushering in the festive season in a blizzard of pink, the store brings a captivating and vibrant shopping experience, adding a touch of whimsical winter to Florida's holiday season. This milestone opening signifies yet another substantial stride in the brand's swift expansion across the United States, introducing its signature offering of fun, affordable, and well-designed products to an even wider audience nationwide. Marking the 100th store milestone in the US during the Christmas season, MINISO created a dazzling "pink blizzard" at the Florida Mall, immersing shoppers in an even more joyous atmosphere. Inside the all-pink store, customers can explore a variety of exclusive all-pink series from MINISO's popular IP collaborations, including those with Sanrio and Disney. Notably, the brand's latest Care Bear collection is making its debut appearance in the US at the Florida mall store. Throughout the store's opening season, the Florida Mall atrium has undergone a magical transformation into a sprawling fantasy Pink Christmas Village. This enchanting setting includes a towering Christmas tree house and a crystal snowball gifting station, with a charming Care Bear mascot, all contributing to a joyful and dreamy atmosphere within the Florida mall. All participants received surprise gifts from MINISO. The Pink Christmas Village has rapidly become a favored photo spot in the Florida mall, generating numerous social media shares and interactions. "By establishing this charming pink Christmas village at the Florida Mall, MINISO is embarking on a fresh initiative to deepen our connection with local consumers during the holiday season," said Tyrone Li, Head of MINISO US on the day of store opening. "Our aim is to bring a warm and joyful companionship to our customers throughout the winter holidays -- going beyond offering lifestyle products to becoming an integral part of their holiday lifestyle, all while bringing MINISO's Joy Philosophy to them. We are confident and eagerly look forward to becoming a preferred destination for holiday gift shopping among local residents." For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!

Cheers to holly jolly fun, sipping christmas cocktails at the best holiday pop-ups in Orlando's restaurants and bars. Tis' the season to raise a glass to the holidays, and although Orlando might not have snow (thankfully!!) we do know how to celebrate Christmas, and what better way to celebrate than with a festive cocktail in your hand, surrounded by twinkling lights, fake snow, and holiday hits on repeat! Check out our naughty and very nice list of Orlando's Best Christmas Cocktails and Holiday Pop-Up Bars. Morimoto Asia Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs is making spirits bright this holiday season with their specialty cocktails! Choose from seasonal offerings like the Yokai with Morimoto Knob Creek Bourbon, Monin Caramel Apple Butter, Chambord, MSG, and Prosecco; After Midnight with Courvoisier vs Cognac, Legent Bourbon, Ginger, Orgeat, Grapefruit, Lemon, Cinnamon Syrup, and Black Walnut Bitters; and more! Dockside Margaritas The Spiced Cranberry Paloma from Dockside Margaritas at Disney Springs is a merry and bright combination of flavors! This seasonal special features Lunazul Reposado Tequila, cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, lime juice and spiced simple syrup. Splisville at Disney Springs Put a little "Ho, Ho, Ho" into your Splitsville holiday visit with THE specialty Mistletoe Cocktail at Splitsville at Disney Springs. Stoli vodka, rosemary syrup, Barrows Ginger, lemon juice, and soda water are blended and garnished with a rosemary sprig and sugared cranberries to put you in the Xmas spirit! Also at Splitsville is the Holiday Spice old Fashioned, which is both naughty AND nice! Michters Rye, holiday spice syrup, and bitters are blended and garnished with a cinnamon stick and an orange twist. JoJo's ShakeBAR JoJo's ShakeBAR on International Drive is decked out for the holidays with fun decor and thousands of sparking lights, and of course you gotta try JoJo's Winter Wonderland specialty items! From the Winter Wonderland Biggie Shake, To Festive Cocktails, and The Peppermint Party Hot Chocolate, there's something magical for everyone. Plus, JoJo's is offering a variety of holiday activities including, A Festive Evening Of Holly Jolly Mixology, Ornament Painting, and Gingerbread House Decorating! ICEBAR Orlando Signature shots served in glasses carved from ice? What could be more festice than that! Head to to ICEBAR Orlando on I-Drive to try all the fun and tasty fesive flavors at the world's largest ICEBAR. The Hampton Social Located at Pointe Orlando, on I-Drive, The holidays at Hampton Social are in full swing! Enjoy lots of chic Christmas decor for photo ops and a winter wonderland aesthetic, plus best of all lots of special edition holly jolly cocktails! The Courtesy’s Miracle On Orange From November 21 - December 30 enjoy The Courtesy’s Miracle On Orange - a Christmas-themed pop-up with decorations, specialty cocktails, and all the holiday spirit. Miracle on Orange celebrates the magic of the holiday season through festive cocktails, decor, music, and ambiance. This is The Courtesy’s 7th year participating in the pop-up, and the second year in Winter Park.The bar is now open 7 days a week, so you can enjoy as much Christmas as possible. During this ultra-festive affair, The Courtesy transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with twinkling lights, holiday merriment, and festive cocktails. Howl At The Moon Orlando Naughty or Nice... Just choose both!! Be sure to try one of the delicious bucket cocktails at Howl At The Mooon on I-Drive! The've got yummy flavors like Howlin' Punch, Cherry Limeade, Sex on the Moon and so many more. St Nick's Holiday Bar For the holiday season, Sir Harry’s Bar at Waldorf Astoria Orlando has transformed into a festive hidden gem. Enjoy specialty croissants for breakfast, afternoon tea on Saturdays, and holiday-inspired cocktails in the evening. Mather's Social Gathering Wrap up in holiday cheer at Mather's Social Gathering, where the holidays meets cozy warmth in lots of holly jolly festive decor! Mather's is serving holiday cheer in every glass  Your holiday favorites, like Christmas in Aspen and Mistletoe, are back too! HighT HightT is a unique and artistic immersive cocktail experience located in Downtown Orlando! Join HighT for their Winter in Wonderland Holiday Installation now through December 31st! Don’t miss live entertainment on the weekends and weekend tea service with Mrs Claus! Plus holiday cocktails including Let it Snow, a Coconut & White Cranberry Margarita with a Biscoff Cookie Rim! The Wellborn The Wellborn located in The historic IW Phillips House at The Courtyard at Lake Lucerne is  is dressed in its holiday best! The Christmas decorations are up, and its the perfect place to celebrate with holly jolly cocktails and a delicious brunch. For the latest news and events from throughout Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you updated throughout the day, every day. You can also stay updated with the latest news and events on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, you should subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel!