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Meal Kits will be sorted, organized and packed onsite for 5th annual Thanksgiving Project hanksgiving is all about being grateful for what we have, spending time with family, and, of course, enjoying a delicious meal with our loved ones. As the start of the holiday season, Thanksgiving is the perfect time to give back to the Central Florida community, and Dezerland Park has partnered with Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) to do just that. From Monday, November 13 to Saturday, November 18, HFUW team members, board members, volunteers, donors and sponsors will gather at Dezerland Park to sort, organize, pack and distribute 4,000 meal kits for families in Orange, Osceola and Seminole Counties. The meal kits assembled during the annual project ensure that families, including HFUW’s ALICE Families, who are “Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed,” can enjoy a warm, Thanksgiving meal at home. “It’s an honor to take part in this meaningful project and to host the HFUW team and the generous volunteers at Dezerland,” said Soren Schomburg, General Manager of Dezerland Park. “Our team is excited to pitch in and help assemble the meal kits for our friends and neighbors around Central Florida!” There are volunteer opportunities open to all ages (with adult supervision) ranging from packing kits to making cards and helping distribute meal kits at one of three distribution locations. After exploring the Orlando Auto Museum guests can also enjoy meals from a variety of cuisines in Dezerland Action Park’s food hall and explore the other indoor attractions, including Florida's longest indoor go-kart track, a laser tag maze, a virtual reality arena and more. To learn more, sign up for a volunteer shift or donate, visit https://www.hfuw.org/thanksgiving-project-2023/. To learn more about Dezerland Park, visit https://dezerlandpark.com. 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!

IAAPA Expo 2023, the premier event for the global attractions industry, begins next week at the Orange County Convention Center, and our team will be there bringing you all the latest news from this years event. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime! IAAPA Expo 2023, the premier event for the global attractions industry is taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, November 13 - 17, 2023. IAAPA Expo is the largest gathering of amusement park and attractions professionals in the world, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and experts for four days of networking, education, and exploration. The event highlights the latest trends, innovations, and technologies shaping the future of the attractions industry. The massive trade show brings over 35,000 people to Orlando, creating an estimated economic impact of $100 million. With over 1,100 exhibitors displaying their products and services across more than 550,000 square feet of exhibit space, you can keep up to date with all the latest news from this years expo right here at Gotta Go Orlando. Fo 2023, the expo will spotlight a host of exciting new features and attractions for attendees, making it an event like no other expo event, and in addition to the indoor exhibit space being sold out for the first time since 2019 – featuring more than a staggering 1,100 exhibitors – this year’s expo highlights an expanded exhibit space and sponsored programming that shines a light on major industry brands. “The team has outdone themselves with the number and creativity of sponsorships and only-at-IAAPA Expo programming being offered this year,” said Jakob Wahl, president and chief executive officer for IAAPA. “IAAPA Expo 2023 is going to be great. We wanted to bring new offerings to the participants this year and the team has come up, together with our partners, of many fun ideas to present to the larger attractions industry. 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!

Universal Orlando Resort is celebrating the release of DreamWorks Animations’ new film, “Trolls Band Together,” with limited-time experiences. It's time to get happy as Universal Orlando Resort is celebrating the November 17, 2023, release of DreamWorks Animations’ new animated film, Trolls Band Together. Beginning this week, guests at Universal Studios Florida can enjoy limited-time experiences inspired by the popular Trolls! Trolls Band Together Photo Opportunities Guests can pose with Poppy during a special meet and greet inside Universal Studios Florida. Trolls-Themed Beverages All-new “fantastamazing” beverages themed to favorite Trolls characters will be available at Mel’s Diner in Universal Studios Hollywood and Schwab’s Pharmacy at Universal Studios Florida. Tiny Diamond Shake Vanilla soft serve ice cream blended with Oreo cookies, whipped topping, and edible silver glitter Poppy’s Popping Strawberry Shake Strawberry soft serve ice cream topped with whipped cream, blue-raspberry Pop Rocks candy, and flower sprinkles. Poppy’s Popping Strawberry Lemonade Strawberry Dole Whip, sweet lemonade, strawberry sorbet, and topped with blue-raspberry Pop Rocks candy and flower sprinkles. BroZone Shake Vanilla soft serve ice cream with whipped topping, blue-raspberry Pop Rocks candy, and colorful Nerd Candy. New Trolls Merchandise Guests can also shop for brand-new Trolls merchandise, including a new purse, figurines of the film characters, apparel, and more. 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 a new limited-time Beacon of Magic Show coming to EPCOT. Exciting news as Walt Disney World has announced that Spaceship Earth at EPCOT will be transformed into a dazzling spectacle of colors and lights celebrating the new Disney animated movie, Wish starting November 22. Spaceship Earth will be adorned with special illuminations, set to the enchanting sounds of the recently released song, I’m A Star, featured in the upcoming movie Wish In addition to the new light show at EPCOT, Walt Disney World has announced that a new Valentino popcorn bucket and Wish Star sipper are coming soon to the resort to celebrate the upcoming release of the new animated musical film, Wish. The new popcorn bucket and sipper will be available soon! Asha from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Wish” began greeting guests in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort earlier this month. At Walt Disney World Resort, guests can dream big with Asha in the gazebo near the entrance to World Showcase. In addition to Walt Disney World, Asha will soon make her way to Disneyland Park in California and Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris. Beginning November 22 at Disneyland Resort, Asha will appear outside The Royal Hall in Fantasyland, bringing with her a touch of the magical kingdom of Rosas as Star’s playful glow lights up the area. Asha will head to Disneyland Paris later in the month. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish” is an animated musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe, the ruler of Rosas, King Magnifico, to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen. 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 every popular after hours event, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party kicks off tonight at Magic Kingdom, and more dates have sold out for this holiday season's event. The highlight event of the holiday season at Walt Disney World, is the after hours event, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party which returns to Magic Kingdom Park on select nights from November 9 until December 22, 2023. As we move ever closer to the holiday season, more dates have sold out for this years party, with November 13, and 17 now sold out. Ticket prices for the remaining nights range from $159 to $199 for adults. Here is the full list of event dates: Thursday, November 9 - SOLD OUT Friday, November 10 - SOLD OUT Monday, November 13 - SOLD OUT Tuesday, November 14 Thursday, November 16 Friday, November 17 - SOLD OUT Sunday, November 19 Tuesday, November 21 Wednesday, November 22 Sunday, November 26 Tuesday, November 28 Thursday, November 30 Friday, December 1 - SOLD OUT Sunday, December 3 - SOLD OUT Tuesday, December 5 _ SOLD OUT Thursday, December 7 Friday, December 8 Sunday, December 10 Tuesday, December 12 Thursday, December 14 Friday, December 15 Sunday, December 17 Tuesday, December 19 Thursday, December 21 Friday, December 22 - SOLD OUT Walt Disney World have confirmed that festive favorites like the Christmas extravaganza stage show, “Mickey’s Most Merriest Celebration,” the sparkling spectacular “Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks” and the merry must-see “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.” will all be returning to this years evet. Guests can also look forward to enjoying some of their favorite classic and thrill attractions, including TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise, which will use a virtual queue during the event. 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.

The new popcorn bucket and sipper were announced on the Disney Eats social media accounts. Walt Disney World has announced that a new Valentino popcorn bucket and Wish Star sipper are coming soon to the resort to celebrate the upcoming release of the new animated musical film, Wish. The new popcorn bucket and sipper will be available soon! Asha from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film “Wish” began greeting guests in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort earlier this month. At Walt Disney World Resort, guests can dream big with Asha in the gazebo near the entrance to World Showcase. In addition to Walt Disney World, Asha will soon make her way to Disneyland Park in California and Walt Disney Studios Park in Disneyland Paris. Beginning November 22 at Disneyland Resort, Asha will appear outside The Royal Hall in Fantasyland, bringing with her a touch of the magical kingdom of Rosas as Star’s playful glow lights up the area. Asha will head to Disneyland Paris later in the month. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish” is an animated musical-comedy welcoming audiences to the magical kingdom of Rosas, where Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe, the ruler of Rosas, King Magnifico, to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen. 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!

Welcome the holiday season in true Millenia fashion at Santa’s Magical Arrival at Mall at Millenia this weekend! It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas as Mall At Millenia has announced the magical return of Santa to her Orlando mall on Friday, November 10, 2023 from 5.30 pm - 8 pm. From 5.30 pm, enjoy a DJ dance party and holiday fun with a stage show filled with lights, fireworks and snow with non-stop entertainment, including the famous whimsical Hollyville characters, stilt walkers, and more! Santa is expected between 7 - 7.30 pm, experience the magic as Santa lands on the Neiman Marcus rooftop, lights the magnificent tree, then makes his way to Hollyville, where he resides through Christmas Eve for holiday photos. All day November 10th, 10% of any food court cafe purchase will be donated to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, with all proceeds from fundraising efforts going 100% to the organization. The Santa Photo Experience November 10, 2022 - December 24, 2022 Advance online reservations are required for photos and visits. It’s time to make your Santa dreams come true at Mall At Millenia with the most magical holiday photos in Orlando, children can sit in Santa's lap or be seated next to Santa. Children can even pose on cute holiday props and seating is provided for adults, while newborns and infants can pose in a classic Radio Flyer wagon When you make a reservations, each reservation admits one immediate family. You can even visit Santa and not purchase photos, a reservation is still required and Mall At Millenia request a $10 donation to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Children are encouraged to bring their wish list to leave for Santa as the mall has a special Santa mailbox. 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.

Q, Murr and Sal, creators and stars of truTV’s hit show Impractical Jokers, announced a brand-new live comedy tour, The DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE Tour. Off the heels of the successful season 9 return of Impractical Jokers and its new celebrity format, Q, Murr and Sal are excited to be back on tour for the first time in three years, bringing new jokes and videos to fans across the nation. Brian Quinn (Q), James Murray (Murr) and Sal Vulcano, creators and stars of truTV’s hot show“Impractical Jokers, announced they will continue their highly successful comedy tour, The DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE Tour into 2024 which consists of never-before-seen videos and storytelling stand-up. Q, Murr and Sal will bring “The DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE DRIVE Tour to Hard Rock Tampa on Sunday, March 24 with two show times at 5 pm and 8 pm, with a Social Media Pre-Sale happening today, Thursday 11/9/23 at 10 am, with Password VIBE. Get tickets via Ticketmaster. Q, Murr and Sal are the creators, executive producers and stars of truTV’s hit series, “Impractical Jokers.” “Impractical Jokers” is a hidden camera comedy show that follows Q, Murr and Sal as they compete to embarrass each other amongst the public with a series of hilarious and outrageous dares. When Q, Murr and Sal challenge each other to say or do something, they must do it; if they refuse, they lose. At the end of every episode –with the help of a celebrity guest– the episode’s loser must endure a punishment of epic proportions. In addition to their top five comedy show on cable and truTV’s longest-running and top-rated original comedy, the guys have toured steadily over the last nine years with their wildly popular live show, performing for more than one million fans in the U.S. and U.K., including six sold-out nights at Radio City Music Hall, a sold-out Madison Square Garden and six sold-out shows at London’s The O2 Arena. Native of Staten Island, N.Y., Q, Murr and Sal met while attending high school and later formed “The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe” in 1999. After years of performing live improv and sketch comedy shows, “The Tenderloins” crossed over to the web, garnering millions of views for their internet sketches, eventually creating the runaway success “Impractical Jokers” for truTV. 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!

Kenny Chesney has some huge tour plans for 2024, announcing a North American stadium trek with Zac Brown Band and more for next spring and summer. Country legend, Kenny Chesney has announced that he is to headline the Sun Goes Down Tour, with Zac brown Band, with the tour featuring an all-star supporting cast, including Megan Moroney, and Uncle Kracker. “I wanted a name that suggested, obviously, when all the good stuff starts to happen,” Chesney says of his 2024 tour name “Sun Goes Down.” “The one thing I’ve learned about No Shoes Nation and these stadium shows is they start the good times early and they just keep it going. But we all know, when the sun goes down, that’s when people really get loose and enjoy themselves.” The run will kick off April 20 here in Florida, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, with dates scheduled through Aug. 23 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Tickets on sale November 17 via Ticketmaster. 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!

Iconic guitarists Joe Satriani and Steve Vai are touring together for the first time ever, and are kicking off the US tour in Orlando in 2024! For the first time ever, after more than 50 years of friendship, Joe Satriania and Steve Vai are heading out on the road together for a US tour in 2024. The exciting news comes as plans to release a new musical collaboration between the two icons has also been revealed. Satriani commented on the tour, "The Satch/Vai tour is happening! I'm so looking forward to sharing the stage with Steve again. Every time we play together it takes me back to when we were teenagers, eating and breathing music every second of the day, pushing, challenging and helping each other to be the best we could be. I guess we've never stopped!" Vai added "Touring with Joe is always a pleasure and an honor. He is my favorite guitarist to jam with, and now we have another opportunity to take it to the stage. I feel as though we are both at the top of our game and that the show will be a powerful celebration of the coolest instrument in the world, the electric guitar!" The exciting news is that the Satch-Vai tour starts March 22 here in Orlando at Hard Rock Live Orlando, and runs through May 8, 2024. Pre-sale begins November 13 (password: SVX24) with general release tickets available on November 17. Tickets will be available via Ticketmaster. 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!

Rockville is back in 2024, and organizers have dropped a HUGE line-up! Yes, Welcome To Rockville 2023 was the biggest every, but 2024 is going to bw bigger, with more stages, and more bands!! Rockvillians! Here's the moment you've all been waiting for! Clear your schedules and sharpen your devil horns because Rockville is coming back stronger than ever with a massive line-up featuring a who's who of the rock world, including Foo Fighters, Mötley Crüe, Slipknot, Jelly Roll, Disturbed, Limp Bizkit, Queens of the Stone Age, Judas Priest, Primus, Greta Van Fleet, Evanescence, Falling in Reverse, A Day to Remember, Breaking Benjamin, Bad Omens, Offspring, Cypress Hill, Mr. Bungle and many, many more. Welcome to Rockville, Florida’s biggest rock music festival experience will return to Daytona Beach at Daytona International Speedway for four days, May 9 - 12, 2024 Welcome to Rockville Festival promises to be the biggest and best Rockville yet, and we can't wait! The 2023 event saw headliners Pantera, Tool, Slipknot, and Avenged Sevenfold, plus many more including Deftones, Godsmack, Rob Zombie, Evanescence, Alice Cooper, Incubus, The Mars Volta take to the stage for a huge weekend of rock and metal, but astonishingly 2024 is even stronger with an impressive150+ bands playing on five stages, over just four days! Take it all in. This is the biggest rock festival in North America, and you will be a part of history! Riockville is cranking up the volume with a monster roster of over 150+ bands, which is 50 more than last year. Get your passes NOW to a beast of a festival with the power to unleash rock like never before. Get your early bird tickets from the festival’s official website, with only $10 down. 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.

There has been reports of flying reindeer over International Drive and today we can reveal the reason... Santa is officially back in town! Sleigh bells are ringing! Santa Claus is coming to town! ICON Park on International Drive will once again be transformed into a winter wonderland, and in-between checking that famous list of his, Santa Claus will be happy to stop and take some memorable photos with your family. This years magical experience takes place from November 10 - December 24, 2023. Over the past few years, The Santa Workshop Experience has created priceless memories for thousands of families, allowing them to create magical memories with their children at ICON Park. Enjoy an exclusive photo session with Santa, capturing those priceless moments of holiday joy. Arrive hassle-free with a complimentary train ride from our parking garage to Santa’s Workshop. Plus, if you join us after 4 p.m., you’ll receive free valet parking. Take your holiday celebrations to new heights with a complimentary ride on The Wheel in your very own private holiday capsule. And the fun multiplies – bring additional riders, and they’ll enjoy 50% off admission. Quench your holiday thirst with delightful seasonal beverages and much more. Here’s the cherry on top: If you drop off your child’s gift 24-48 hours before your visit, along with your child’s first and last name, Santa will personally present the gift to your little one during your visit. This is a Santa experience like no other. Enjoy an unforgettable journey into the enchanting world of Santa’s Workshop! To register for The Santa Workshop Experience, click here. ICON Park is real easy to find, just look for the iconic Wheel in the heart of International Drive! ICON Park is a 20-acre, open-air, entertainment destination that offers free park admission, and free parking. Once you arrive you'lll discover fun adventures for the whole family. with more than 50 amazing restaurants, funky bars, boutique shops, and can’t-miss attractions, all anchored by The Wheel, a giant observation wheel that stands 400 feet in the air. Other attractions include SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, Madame Tussauds Orlando and Museum of Illusions Orlando. Learn more before you go at ICONParkOrlando.com. 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.