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The exhibition posthumously celebrates Roth’s talent and long-time support of OMA. Norma: Selected Works by Norma Canelas Roth, presented by the Orlando Museum of Art, is the first exhibition solely featuring the works of Norma Canelas Roth. It will focus on Norma the artist, posthumously celebrating her talent and generous spirit. The exhibition will open on Friday, October 20, and be on view through Sunday, January 28, 2024. The style of Roth’s paintings is closely related to those of Miriam Shapiro (a longtime friend) and other artists of the Pattern and Decoration Movement who were prominent in the 1970s and 80s. “As an artist, educator, collector, and patron, Norma had a profoundly positive impact on the OMA.  She was not only interested in contemporary American art, but she was also fascinated by art from around the world.  Although she did not promote herself, she was passionate about advancing the art of specific artists and diverse cultures.” (Marena Grant Morrisey, OMA Executive Director, 1977-2012) Norma Canelas Roth graduated from Rollins College with a bachelor’s degree in fine arts and a concentration in painting and art history. She continued her studies with graduate courses at the University of South Florida, Tampa. Norma maintained a studio and continued her painting practice for 30 years until about 1985 when she and her husband Bill turned their attention to building an encyclopedic collection of textiles, and adornment created by traditional cultures worldwide. Drawing on her years of training in art history, applying intensive research and gifted eyes, Norma and Bill created one of the most distinguished collections of its kind in the United States. Their achievement has been recognized three times in Arts and Antiques Magazine which listed them among America’s Top 100 Collectors. Norma and Bill also collected contemporary art and in 1977 they were among the early collectors of a group of artists associated with the Pattern and Decoration Movement. These artists were closely aligned with Norma’s interest in the women’s movement, contemporary women artists, and the art of non-Western cultures which were then marginalized by an art world dominated by white men. A number of the Pattern and Decorative artists such as Miriam Schapiro, Tony Robbin, Jane Kaufman, and Robert Zakanitch, became close friends and mentors in the development of Norma’s most successful and prolific body of work produced in the late 70s and early 80s. Norma’s work was first exhibited at the OMA in 1984 when it was included in the museum’s Annual Juried Exhibition, followed by a three-person exhibit of the winners. Norma and Bill Roth have been involved with the Orlando Museum of Art since 1983 when OMA organized the exhibition Pattern and Decoration Works from their collection. During the decades that followed, Bill and Norma gifted over four hundred artworks to the museum and have lent extensively to OMA exhibitions. 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.

More magic and convenience is heading your way! Disney Cruise Line have announced that DisneyBand+ is now on-sale for guests sailing aboard the Disney Magic starting October 22. Disney Cruise Line has just announced that DisneyBand+ is going on sale for guests sailing aboard the Disney Magic beginning October 22. Eligible guests will be able to place their orders between 45 and 11 days prior to sailing. With DisneyBand+, guests can unlock the hands-free conveniences of wearable technology onboard the Disney Cruise Line ships. Disney Cruise Line first introduced DisneyBand+ on the Disney Wish, followed by the Disney Fantasy earlier this summer. It is expected that the technology will be introduced to the Disney Wonder and Disney Dream soon. DisneyBand+ is a waterproof wristband designed to enhance your Disney cruise experience. From boarding the ship on embarkation day and accessing your stateroom, to charging specialty food and merchandise to the payment card on your stateroom folio and beyond. 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.

Lionel Messi may not be playing for Inter Miami this weekend, but it is still going to be an exciting game for Orlando City, and SunRail is helping fans get to the game! Waiting for SunRail on Sunday, September 24 like... SunRail will be offering a special FREE Train to Game service this Sunday, 9/24, for the Orlando City Soccer Club vs. Inter Miami CF match at Exploria Stadium! Southbound service starts at 4 p.m. from the DeBary Station. Northbound service starts at 5:45 p.m. from the Poinciana Station. Both Southbound and Northbound Trains will depart from the Church Street Station at 11 p.m. Match kicks-off at 7:30! Ride SunRail to one of the biggest games of the year! No purchase necessary. Ride for Free! Visit sunrail.com to plan your Sunday trip today! 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.

It's the weekend and with no shortage of things to do here in Orlando, we've chosen all the fun and FREE EVENTS that are taking place throughout the weekend here in the city beautiful. Best FREE Things To Do In Orlando This Weekend Friday, September 22, 2023 Saturday, September 23, 2023 Sunday, September 24, 2023 FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 Movieola – Finding Nemo Friday, September 22, 2023 Enjoy a free movie at Lake Eola Park. All Ages Welcome. Family Friendly Movie. Food Vendors and Kids Activities Before the Movie! Nemo, an adventurous young clownfish, is unexpectedly taken from his Great Barrier Reef home to a dentist’s office aquarium. It’s up to his worrisome father Marlin and a friendly but forgetful fish Dory to bring Nemo home – meeting vegetarian sharks, surfer dude turtles, hypnotic jellyfish, hungry seagulls, and more along the way. Friday Muscle Car Show & Cruise Weekly, 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 and all cars registered can participate. Winter Garden Friday on the Plaza Weekly, Every Friday Come enjoy live music every Friday night on the Plaza in Winter Garden. Art After Dark at Lake Nona Weekly, Every Friday Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm, and it's a perfect free night 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. Sunset Walk Fired-up Fridays Weekly, 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. The Promenade is home to over 2 dozen restaurants, retail shops, movie theaters, and entertainment options, located just ½ mile from the intersection of State Road 429 and U.S. 192, at 3251 Margaritaville Blvd. FREE admission and parking. Little Listeners at Altamonte Library Weekly, Every Friday Experience stories brought to life at Altamonte Library with fun books, interactive rhymes and craft activities during Little Listeners Storytime every Friday at 11 a.m. Sessions are tailored for ages 3 to 5 to help foster a love of reading. Sessions run for 30 minutes. Parents must stay with child. Reservations are required. Free Bingo Night at District Eat and Play Oviedo Weekly, Every Friday Free Bingo each Friday night at District Eat and Play Oviedo Mall, Oviedo at 6pm. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 Moon Over Avalon 2023: Mid-Autumn Festival Saturday, September 23, 2023 Moon Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in many Far East and Southeast Asian American communities. The festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th month according to the lunar calendar, when the full moon is brightest and fullest. It is a festival of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer during the mid-Autumn harvest season. This 5-hour evening event includes children’s arts & craft activities, DIY festival lanterns, food trucks, night market, and live performances. Sustainability Fair & EV Car Show Saturday, September 23, 2023 In recognition of National Drive Electric Week, Winter Park’s Natural Resources & Sustainability Department will present its second Sustainability Fair & EV Car Show, Saturday, September 23, from 9 to 11 a.m., in Central Park West Meadow located at 150 W. Morse Blvd., adjacent to the United States Post Office. Come learn about electric vehicles, with electric bicycles, motorcycles and over 30 vehicles on display, plus, the event will feature an array of sustainability vendors such as Electrification Coalition, League of Women Voters of Orange County, New Life Ebike Co., Winter Park Library, and Zenyge. To help everyone stay cool as they learn about current sustainability best practices, FREE Kona Ice® will be offered in all their delicious flavors. Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) will display one of their six new electric school busses, which were purchased in part by a Florida Department of Environmental Protection grant. The electric bus pilot program began last February and will allow OCPS, the first district in Florida to put electric busses on the road, to evaluate cost-savings data related to not purchasing diesel fuel nor needing to provide oil and filter changes, all while reducing air pollutants. For more information click here. Avalon Park's Movies Under the Stars Saturday, September 23, 2023 Experience the magic of “Movie Under The Star” as Avalon Park present the timeless classic, “The Lion King”! Neighborhood Yard Sale Saturday, September 23, 2023 Check out the neighbourhood yard sale at The Veranda at Thornton Park. Mega Market at Quantum Leap Winery Saturday, September 23, 2023 Check out the Mega Market. 50 of your favorite local vendors will be popping up on the same day at these two Mills 50 neighbors. Collective Corner Local Pop-Up Market Saturday, September 23, 2023 Discover the vibrant flavors of Orlando this summer at the local pop up, showcasing an array of over 50 talented vendors. From delectable bites to unique creations, immerse yourself in a culinary journey like no other. Support local businesses and indulge in the true essence of our city's diverse and thriving market scene. The International Vegan Food Festival Saturday, September 23, 2023 The International Vegan Food Festival is once again returning to downtown Orlando this Saturday, September 23, from 3 pm - 8 pm at Wall Street Plaza. The International Vegan Food Festival is a free family friendly festival organized by the Orlando Bearded Vegan featuring over 50 local vendors and businesses with delicious vegan food, drinks, crafts and more from around the globe. Whether you're a dedicated vegan, a curious foodie, or simply looking to explore new flavors, the International Vegan Food Festival is the place to be. Discover innovative plant-based creations, from hearty burgers and sushi rolls to decadent desserts and refreshing smoothies. Saturday Special at Pioneer Village Weekly, Every Saturday Visit Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek 2491 Babb Road, Kissimmee every Saturday morning and enjoy a special activity. All materials will be provided with admission and is great for all ages. Disney Springs Kids Club Weekly, 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. Live Music on the Lawn in Lake Nona Weekly, 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 11am – 3pm every Saturday! Saturday Nite Classic Car Show & Cruise Weekly, 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. Show Car Saturday Night at Promenade at Sunset Walk Weekly, Every Saturday Storybook Adventures Weekly, Every Saturday Each week, begin your free Storybook Adventures tour at the St Cloud Police substation on 10th street to pick up a map that will lead you on a stroll through downtown St. Cloud. the map will take you to specific locations to glance into the storefronts of participating businesses, reading one page at a time until you complete that week’s story! On Saturday at 10 am, the host business welcomes you to meet the author and the first 20 families in attendance will receive a free book to have autographed and take photos, plus, there will be an extra treat from the host business. Orlando Area Saturday Farmers Markets Weekly, Every Saturday The Winter Garden Farmers Market is your hometown market open every Saturday from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. in beautiful Historic Winter Garden. 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 am - 1 pm in Central Park. The Lake Mary Farmers Market features local vendors of produce, plants, baked goods, and arts and crafts. The market is open every Saturday, from 9 am - 1:30 pm at Lake Mary City Hall. Visit every Saturday at the City of Longwood Farmers Market at Reiter Park from 9 am - 2 pm, with locally sourced seafood and produce to handmade crafts and more. 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. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 Enjoy Family Fun Day at Boxi Park! Bring the whole family & enjoy activities for all ages! Bouncy Houses, Face Painters, Live Music & More. Entertainment: Joey & Jenny, Face Painters, Balloon Artists, Kaci-Jo & The Down Lows! Boxi Park is a Family fun, live entertainment, outdoor laid back gatherings with a changing variety of chef-driven food concepts offering tasty bites and refreshing sips. There is also a sand volleyball court, playgrounds, and plenty of fun for children around the park! At times they have characters, face-painters, arts/crafts vendors all set up on the weekends as well. Ren Fair at The Renaissance Theatre Company Weekly, 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 Sunday Farmers Markets Weekly, Every Sunday 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 am - 4 pm. 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 am - 2 pm. 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 features over 60 vendors selling seafood, organic produce, and other household items, this popular market is the place to go on Sundays 9 am - 2 pm. Mount Dora’s open-air Mount Dora Village Market in Sunset Park is open Sundays from 9 am – 2 pm offering fresh products from over 50 market vendors. THIS & EVERY WEEKEND Disney Springs Disney Springs is a wonderful place to waste away a few hours or more, and it's free to visit, and parking is free too. Stroll through Town Center at Disney Springs to view vibrant displays from talented artists at the Art Walk, let the kids enjoy the interactive fountains, while everyone will love checking out a unique collection of stores including The Coca Cola Store, M&M's World, Lego Imagination Center and more. You can take a break at The Welcome Center with air conditioning, comfy chairs and freeice water. Enjoy the free entertainment atmultiple locations where individual musicians and bands perform in the evening, plus House of Blues frequently offers free live music at its Front Porch Bar, Raglan Road usually has free live music on their patio, and on a Saturday morning there is even a free kids club with lots of entertainment! Disney's Boardwalk Disney’s BoardWalk is gorgeous, built around a lake and is beautifully themed to be reminiscent of Cape May or Coney Island in the 1940s. It’s free to enter and fun just walking around and enjoying the atmosphere, in the evening you can enjoy street performers (jugglers, comedians, fire-eaters, jazz ensembles, etc.), and at any time of the day or nigh you can take a trip on a friendship boat! Walt Disney World Monorail Transportation You can take three different Monorail rides at Walt Disney World, all for FREE. The inner Monorail circles the three Monorail resorts, Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian. You can get off and explore each resort, or just enjoy the ride and the view, as often as you wish, altho at night you might just want to stop at the Contemporary and enjoy the spectacular view of the fireworks from the balcony, and yes its free. You can also ride the express Monorail that just goes between the Ticket and Transportation Center and the Magic Kingdom for the same view, but no stops at the resorts, although this can get very busy! The third option is the longest, and the Monorail from the Ticket and Transportation Center to Epcot is also a nice trip with great views of the resort, and you get to ride through the inside of Epcot for a great view of the park. Walt Disney World Water Transportation All of the water transportation options at Walt Disney World are free, and offer a relaxing way to enjoy the resort from the water, and is amazing day or night. Options include taking a friendship boat and cruising the loop around Crescent Lake, which visits Epcot, Boardwalk, Yacht/Beach Club, Swan/Dolphin, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios without going into the parks. Take the boat that visits the Magic Kingdom, Contemporary, Wilderness Lodge and Ft. Wilderness, or the boat that visits the Polynesian, Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom. Or another great option is the Water Taxi from Disney Springs to Port Orleans or Old Key West and back, along the Sassagoula River. Disney Skyliner Transportation You can ride the Disney Skyliner cable-car system for free, and this is a great option to get some great views of Walt Disney World from above. You can get on and off at Art of Animation/Pop Century Resorts, Caribbean Beach Resort, Riviera Resort and at Epcot and Hollywood Studios. In addition to taking a scenic ride, you can get off at one of the Skyliner resorts and take a stroll and explore for free. Universal CityWalk Universal CityWalk is a lively entertainment complex just before the entrance to Universal Studios and Islands Of Adventure, it’s FREE to enter and there is so much to do. Parking is costly during the day, but at most times of the year, parking after 6 pm is free. At CityWalk you can stroll, take in the atmosphere and simply enjoy people watching, or you can ride the free water taxi to the resorts and explore, a must do is the opera filled Italian piazza at Loews’ Portofino Bay Hotel. Back at CityWalk the kids will enjoy cooling off in the splash pad, and the adults will love the free nightly entertainment including outdoor DJ, stilt walkers and more. ICON Park Orlando Located in the heart of Orlando's International Drive, ICON Park offers attractions, dining, shoppings, entertainment and more. Not only is there a ton to see and do at ICON Park, admission to the complex is always free, plus parking is free too! It's a great place to stroll or simply sit back, relax and enjoy nightly light shows and people-watching on the central green, all without spending any money. Parks, Gardens and the Great Outdoors Orlando is blessed with an abundance of parks, gardens, and the chance to escape the tourists and enjoy the great outdoors where you'll get the chance to become one with nature. The variety of parks, gardens, nature trails, bike trails and more here in Orlando is breathtaking, get outside and enjoy! Lake Eola Park Lake Eola Park is a must visit, located in the heart of Downtown Orlando, with a sidewalk that circles the lake 0.9 miles in length, making it easy for visitors to keep track of their walking or running Relax amid beautiful flower beds and a spectacular view of Orlando’s skyline and the gorgeous Lake Eola, enjoy the swans and other birds inhabiting the park, or you can check out a free concert, movie or a play in the Walt Disney Amphitheater. Harry P Leu Gardens Explore an amazing botanical oasis nearly 50-acres minutes from Downtown Orlando. Harry P Leu Gardens features landscaped grounds and lakes, with walking trails all shaded by 200-year-old oaks and forests of camellias. Free entry days at Leu Gardens are offered on select Mondays throughout the year, check the website for details. The UCF Arboretum The Arboretum of the University of Central Florida is located on the main campus of the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, United States. Covering 80 acres, it contains more than 600 species of plants, including more than 100 bromeliads, in cultivated gardens. Lake Lotus Park Lake Lotus Park is the City of Altamonte Springs’ nature preserve. The total area is approximately 150 acres, including 120 acres of woods and wetlands. The park is a diverse, natural habitat that provides limitless natural encounters with flora and fauna. Oakland Nature Preserve West of Orlando, just 30 minutes from the attractions and nestled between Winter Garden and Clermont in the beautiful Town of Oakland, lies a "hidden gem." Oakland Nature Preserve is a150-acre preserve offering environmental education and ecotourism activities for visitors of all ages. Mead Botanical Garden With 47 acres to explore in Winter Park, your senses will come alive with the sights, sounds, and scents of the garden. Mead Botanical Garden offers hiking trails, creek, boardwalk, tall pine trees, greenhouse, butterfly garden, and pond that’s home to turtles, fish and wading birds. Kraft Azalea Garden This 5.22-acre public garden is located on the shore of Lake Maitland and is open year round from 8 a.m. until dusk. Kraft Azalea Garden is a beautiful park is shaded by enormous cypress trees that add to the old Florida charm of the 13-acre property Orlando Urban Trail The Orlando Urban Trail is located near Downtown Orlando and is considered the spine of Orlando’s trail network. The trail is approximately three miles long and runs from Lake Highland through Loch Haven Park, to Mead Garden in Winter Park. Highlights include connections to six lakes, Orlando Cultural Park, and the Gaston Edwards Trail. West Orange Trail The West Orange Trail is a 22-mile long multi-use rail trail. The paved trail passes through downtown Oakland, Winter Garden, and Apopka with most of its length built on old railroad alignments. Lake Nona Sculpture Garden The Lake Nona Sculpture Garden is a 50,000 square-foot outdoor space designed for the exploration and discovery of a distinguished selection of sculptures from one of the world’s largest private art collections, The Lewis Collection. Orlando Wetlands Park The Orlando Wetlands Park is a man-made wetland designed to provide advanced treatment for reclaimed water from the City of Orlando and other local cities. The Park is 1650 acres in size and located in Christmas, Florida. Visitors can visit the Park seven days a week, between sunrise and sunset, to enjoy primitive and passive activities including, Photography, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, and Guided Tours Cranes Roost Park Cranes Roost Park is at the heart of Uptown Altamonte surrounding Cranes Roost Lake. The lake is encircled by one mile of continuous walkway with benches and covered seating areas. Within the 45-acre park is a European-style plaza including a choreographed fountain show, a 62-foot picturesque tower and the Eddie Rose Amphitheater which features stadium-style seating and a one-of-a-kind floating stage. The Seminole Wekiva Trail The nearly 14 mile Seminole Wekiva Trail is a paved recreational trail that has been designated as one of Seminole County's Showcase Trails because of its length, beauty, and accommodation of many users. The section of the trail that runs west of the I-4 trail overpass to the County line at the Wekiva River is also a designated part of the Florida National Scenic Trail. Dr. P. Phillips Community Park Dr. P. Phillips Community Park provides a range of amenities for the whole family to enjoy, including playgrounds, splash pad, plus sports fields, picnic areas & a dog run Wekiva Island Central Florida’s favorite watering hole Wekiva Island. Located just north of Orlando, Wekiva Island offers visitors the chance to experience the incredible natural springs in Florida. Explore the pristine Wekiva River and its fascinating Florida wildlife with more than 2,000 square feet of Island fun. Artlando Grab a map from the DT Orlando Information Center and go on a self-guided tour of downtown Orlando's streets to discover the contemporary sculptures which are Art Orlando. Not only will you get to know Downtown as you walk around, you’ll be seriously impressed by these stunning works of art. Orlando Murals Take a walk through downtown Orlando, and you’ll discover art in unexpected places, including larger-than-life butterflies, a vintage Orlando postcard, hanging gardens, even a parking garage covered with murals, and the latest downtown mural, Unbelievable Real! East End Market The East End Market is a neighborhood market & food hall in the Audubon Park Garden District of Orlando featuring a vast array of artisanal vendors in one marketplace, from bakers to pasta makers to coffee roasters. Church Street Station The unofficial centre of Downtown Orlando, Church Street really is the place to go for first-timers wanting to get to know the city a little better. It’s home to some of the city’s best restaurants, a bustling nightlife scene and the iconic Railroad Depot (that now sits alongside the newly-built ‘SunRail’). For more than 100 years, Church Street has been the heart of downtown Orlando. The revitalized Church Street Station continues this tradition, offering an eclectic mix of dining, entertainment, retail and business for locals and tourists alike. Discover several clubs, theatres, shopping dining and more! Plus, check out the iconic ad historic Railroad Depot, that sits alongside the modern SunRail station. Celebration Town Center Travel back in time to find the town of Celebration in Kissimmee, a planned community originally developed by the Walt Disney Company. This is a pedestrian-friendly, wonderful small town where you can explore the old-fashioned downtown, including Market Street, and Lakeside Promenade, or you can enjoy the miles of walking paths and nature trails. On Market Street there is various events throughout the year including craft festivals, antique car shows, and a wonderful holiday event where it snows on Market Street every night. Check out the events calendar for more details. Old Orlando Mixing architecture and history is a great way to spend the day and learn more about downtown Orlando with a self-guided Historic Districts Walking Tour. You’ll learn about structures that were designed and built when horses were still clopping along Church Street and see how they’ve been adapted for modern uses. The Downtown Orlando Historic District Self-Guided Walking Tour gives you the opportunity to experience Orlando history first hand. This self-guided walking tour is available online. Thornton Park Just east of the central Lake Eola, you’ll find this cool and quiet neighbourhood that really feels like you’ve escaped the city for an out-of-town suburb. This charming neighborhood is home to some of Orlando's best restaurants, hip cafés, cool galleries and a few bistros, all set around some ever-so-quaint old cobbled streets. Well worth a few hours to stretch your legs and take in the sights and sounds of Thornton Park. Campus Tour At Rollins College From the sparkling waters of Lake Virginia to the energy of the residential halls, Rollins College’s 80-acre campus really has to be seen to be believed. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the campus by booking a spot on one of the daily campus tours or by signing up for one of the special on-campus events Dinky Dock Spend a day at the beach in Winter Park. Dinky Dock is a 1.56-acre year-round park and offers a fishing pier and boat ram.Yes there is a beach and swimming is permitted. Winter Park The Orange County city of Winter Park, situated north of Orlando, was once considered a winter resort. Today, the arts- and culture-filled city of Winter Park includes Rollins College and the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of Natural Art. Winter Park is also is a nature lover's destination. In Winter Park you'ill find more than 70 parks, all home to various events, festivals and celebrations throughout the year, plus don't miss the dining, shopping, the arts and more in the Park Avenue District. Winter Garden Nestled on beautiful Lake Apopka about 20 minutes west of Orlando, this former citrus town established in 1908 is known for its many recreational amenities, events and historical assets. Winter Garden is home to the Garden Theatre, the SoBo Gallery and Art Center, several museums and the Downtown Pavilion, which is home to the Winter Garden Farmers Market that is held every Saturday morning. Whatever You Do This Weekend, Have An Awesome Time! 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If you want to attend this year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party you need to be quick and purchase tickets asap as only 4 dates remain! Another date have now sold out for this year's after hours event, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World, with only 4 dates remaining for the entire 2023 event. The latest date to sell out is October 3. The remaining 4 dates are: October 20, 27, 29, and November 1. For all remaining dates, the price of tickets range from $189 to $199. Here’s a look at the currently available and sold out dates and prices: Dates And Prices The adult price is for for guests ages 10 and up, with the child prices for guests ages 3-9. Friday, August 11th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 15th — SOLD OUT Friday, August 18th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 22nd — SOLD OUT Friday, August 25th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, August 29th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 1st — SOLD OUT Monday, September 4th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 8th — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 10th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 12th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 15th — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 17th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 19th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 22nd — SOLD OUT Sunday, September 24th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, September 26th — SOLD OUT Thursday, September 28th — SOLD OUT Friday, September 29th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 1st — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 3rd — SOUT OUT Thursday, October 5th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 6th — SOLD OUT Monday, October 9th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 10th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 12th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 13th — SOLD OUT Sunday, October 15th — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 17th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 19th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 20th — $189 for adults, $179 for children Sunday, October 22nd — SOLD OUT Tuesday, October 24th — SOLD OUT Thursday, October 26th — SOLD OUT Friday, October 27th — $189 for adults, $179 for children Sunday, October 29th — $199 for adults, $189 for children Tuesday, October 31st — SOLD OUT Wednesday, November 1st — $199 for adults, $189 for children Read on for all the details for this years Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. This year's Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returned to Magic Kingdom on August 11, and runs through select nights to November 1, 2023. Highlights of this years party include a new spirited pirate band and their crew in Adventureland, plus Max Goof and his Powerline party pack are starring in all new pop-up party throughout Magic Kingdom. Also new this year, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade includes Ursula, Cruella de Vil, the Queen of Hearts, and the Sanderson Sisters ,Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, and Clarabelle. Plus, The Seven Dwarfs have returned to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Read on for all the details for this years Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Pirate Crew in Adventureland Adventureland is taken over by a spirited pirate band and their crew. Be sure to listen for their sea shanties while their shipmates roam the land sharing tales of their explorations at sea. New Powerline Pop-Up Parties Get ready for even more chances to “Stand Out” with Max Goof and his Powerline party pack at new pop-up parties throughout Magic Kingdom before this popular crew dances onto Main Street U.S.A. ahead of Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade. The Seven Dwarfs Return! The Seven Dwarfs have returned to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Even if you are a little bashful, stop by and say hello! They’ll be happy to see you. Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade It’s good to be bad, and your favorite Disney villains are back to stride down Main Street, U.S.A. Alongside Disney heroes, the iconic Haunted Mansion graveyard diggers and Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade will be more villainous than ever, with favorite foes Ursula, Cruella de Vil, the Queen of Hearts and the newly announced Sanderson Sisters Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck and Clarabelle joining the frightful finale. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Jack-o-lanterns aren’t the only ‘Jack’ at Walt Disney World this Halloween! The Pumpkin King, a.k.a. Jack Skellington, will once again host the must-see nighttime spectacular, Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular. Enjoy projections, special effects and lighting paired with fireworks, music and iconic Disney characters, you won’t want to miss this! Trick-or-Treat Yourself to Candy and Sweets M&M’S, SKITTLES, and SNICKERS, OH MY! Guests can satisfy their sweet tooth at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party by stopping by trick-or-treating locations throughout Magic Kingdom Park. Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular The Sanderson Sisters, stars of the iconic Hocus Pocus films, will unite for an adventure and call on their comrades to summon the ultimate Hocus Pocus Party Potion during the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show at Cinderella Castle. Also during the party, you may have the opportunity to experience some of your favorite attractions including Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and the newly opened TRON Lightcycle / Run presented by Enterprise. TRON Lightcycle / Run will use a virtual queue* during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, allowing guests to enjoy all the festivities while they wait to enter the Grid. 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.

C is for ex-C-ellence! Today marks the 1-year anniversary of Orlando International Airport's Terminal C! First anniversaries are milestones in most of life’s significant journeys. It is a special moment for a journey more than two decades in the planning and development, namely the building of Orlando International Airport’s (MCO) Terminal C, and the satisfaction of celebrating one year of operations. “The anticipation of Terminal C has only been surpassed by the realization of the facility’s potential,” said Kevin J. Thibault, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “This past year has proven that a team of committed professionals can imagine and execute a bold vision, while being flexible enough to be guided through a few growing pains.” Aer Lingus wrote itself into MCO history as the first flight to arrive at the new terminal on September 20, 2022. The sight was singularly gratifying and the culmination of a broader vision that began in the late 1990s when ground was first broken for a new terminal south of the Main Terminal. Through several starts and stops, the goal remained and persistence finally paid off. It’s been a year of achievement for the airport, welcoming nearly 6.4 million passengers and more than 48,300 flights in its first year, plus with the opening of Brightline, Terminal C is the first airport terminal in the U.S. with a train station providing intercity high-speed rail service, embracing the vision of MCO as an intermodal transportation hub. 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.

Kane Brown is heading out on his biggest headlining treks to date, and it includes a stop in Orlando with special guests Tyler Hubbard & Parmalee. The five-time American Music Award-winning artist, and current CMA Award nominee, Kane Brown has announced a huge 31 date tour for 2024. The newly announced 2024 tour, will see Kane Brown take the In The Air Tour on a massive, trek to arenas and stadiums throughout North America, including a date in Orlando. Superstar Brown will take to the stage at Amway Center on May 30, 2024, and will be supported by special guests Tyler Hubbard & Parmalee. You can register now for early presale access. Brown is a contemporary country music sensation known for his distinctive blend of country, pop, and R&B influences. In 2015, Kane Brown released his debut single, "Used to Love You Sober," which garnered significant attention on YouTube. His self-titled debut album followed in 2016, featuring hits like "What Ifs" and "Heaven." These songs catapulted him to stardom, making him one of the leading figures in contemporary country music. Kane Brown's music often explores themes of love, relationships, and personal experiences, resonating with a wide audience. His charismatic stage presence and charismatic personality have solidified his status as a prominent artist in the country music industry. Kane Brown continues to release chart-topping hits and remains a beloved figure in the world of country music. For the latest news and information from throughout Central Florida, here at Gotta Go Orlando we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date with us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, for the best of Orlando.

Are you ready to snack? EPCOT is rolling out quite the array of new treats this fall. Uncover them all, and get ready to be hungry. As fall comes around, so do new flavors! Over at Walt Disney World Resort, EPCOT is serving up some tasty delights that will make you and your taste buds fall in love. From recently launched to coming soon bites, there is plenty going on over at EPCOT you simply have to try. Whether you’re looking for the recently launched Black Forest Baumkuchen delight at Connections Eatery or a new, refreshing beverage over at Space 220 Restaurant, and, of course, the new Global Marketplaces inspired by the Disney100 celebration beginning Sept. 22, there is lots of treats to look forward to. Do you have a sweet tooth? If so, pop into Connections Café and Eatery on your next visit. Both of these must-try spots recently added some sweet selections to their menus that are sure to become some of your favorite pick-me-ups. Connections Café (Currently available) Croissant Doughnut with cinnamon sugar Connections Eatery (Currently available) Black Forest Baumkuchen Next time you venture over to The Land pavilion, be sure to stop by Sunshine Seasons. This quick-service location features the freshest flavors and this fall has become home to five new sweet treats that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Sunshine Seasons (Currently available) Key Lime Parfait Peanut Butter Whoopie Pie Fruit Tart Crème Brûlée Cookies ‘n Cream Shake Get ready for a dining location that’s out of this world. Space 220 Restaurant blasts you off for a flavorful journey 220 miles above Earth. Today, Sept. 20 marks two years since the first tasty mission took place. To honor this momentous occasion, the restaurant is rolling out plenty of new eats and sips to the menu. Space 220 Restaurant Food Items: Neptuna Tartare: Sushi grade yellowfin tuna, avocado crema, mango coulis, edamame, wonton crisp, and yuzu dressing Roasted Asparagus Soup: Jumbo lump crabmeat, roasted poblano and red peppers, citrus chili oil, and crouton Bone-in Pork Chop: Slow-roasted 16 oz. pork chop, corn flan, succotash, and spiced applesauce Pan Roasted Swordfish “Cioppino”: Shrimp, littleneck clams, Prince Edward Island mussels, tomato and fennel seafood broth, and toasted garlic bread Vanilla Bean Greek Yogurt Parfait: Black sesame crumble, yuzu curd, macerated blackberries, and basil blackberry sauce Cosmic Cupcake: Chocolate plant-based devil’s food cake topped with vanilla frosting and galactic sprinkles (Available on kid’s menu) Beverages: Starship Lemonade: Butterfly pea flower, lemonade, and Sprite served with a glow cube (Non-alcoholic) Moon Rocks: Lemon juice, blue cotton candy syrup, Sprite, pineapple juice, and pop rocks (Non-alcoholic) Solar Flare Sour: Lyre’s Agave Blanco Non-alcoholic Tequila, mango, lime juice, grapefruit bitters, and fever tree tonic water (Zero-proof) Galaxy Spritz: Lagoon Bay Aperitif, lychee liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and prosecco Black Hole Fashioned: Knob Creek Bourbon Whiskey, demerara syrup, and whiskey barrel-aged bitters M4RG4R1TA: Espolon Blanco Tequila, watermelon lime sour, and salted lime foam Illumination: Bacardi Rum, Malibu Caribbean Rum, passion fruit, blood orange, pineapple, lime sour, and passion fruit boba Saturn 2.0: Bacardi Reserva Ocho Rum, Velvet Falernum Liqueur, orgeat, passion fruit, and lemon juice Space Age Mule: Tito’s Homemade Vodka, fresh carrot juice, mango, lime juice, ginger beer, and chili lime seasoning rim Command Center: Hendrick’s Gin, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, lemon juice, citrus and elderflower foam Shuttle Crew: Ketel One Botanical Peach & Orange Blossom Vodka, vanilla, tangerine, Red Bull, and tang foam Gamma Burst: Grey Goose Essences Strawberry & Lemongrass, Midori Melon Liqueur, and strawberry popping pearls The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is in full swing! In just a few short days on Sept. 22, brand-new Global Marketplaces will be opening. These locations are inspired by the exciting Disney100 celebration and filled with plenty of new delights you are going to want to try on your next festival outing. They will be available through the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth too! Take a peek at what you can expect when these locations open. NEW! Wine & Wedge (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30) Food Items: Assorted Artisanal Cheeses and Accompaniments (Emile’s Fromage Montage) Boursin Fig & Balsamic Soufflé with fig tapenade (Emile’s Fromage Montage) Southern Pimento Cheese with bread-and-butter pickled vegetables and grilled bread (Emile’s Fromage Montage) Artist Palette of Wine and Cheese: Assorted Artisanal Cheeses paired with Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese, Hartley Apple Brandy, and Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port Beverages: Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese Hartley Apple Brandy Florida Orange Groves Winery Black and Blue Port Flight also available NEW! Char & Chop (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30) Food Items: Roasted Porchetta with lemon-parsley salsa verde and shaved fennel salad Grilled IMPOSSIBLE Spicy Sausage with herbed polenta, puttanesca sauce, and ricotta Meat Assorti: Trio of shaved meats with baby arugula, pickled mustard seeds, truffle oil, and grilled ciabatta Beverages: Krombacher Pilsner North Coast Laguna Baja Vienna Lager Motorworks Brewing Midnight Espresso Coffee Porter GoGi ‘Birdie’ Pinot Noir Bloody Mary with Seaside Grown Bloody Mary Mix and Kurvball Barbecue Whiskey Beer Flight NEW! Bubbles & Brine (Available Sept. 22 through Dec. 30) Food Items: Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with prosecco cocktail sauce and grilled lemon Jonah Crab Claw Cocktail with stone-ground mustard sauce Beverages: Moët & Chandon Impérial Veuve Clicquot Rosé Dom Pérignon NEW! Swirled Showcase (Coming Soon!) Food Items: Mickey-shaped Liquid Nitro Cake Soft-serve in a Waffle Cone Vanilla Apple-Cinnamon Salted Caramel Cream Soda Float with vanilla soft-serve Fanta Grape Float with vanilla soft-serve Beverages: Frozen Apple Pie (Non-alcoholic) Cinnamon Apple Cider (Non-alcoholic) 3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter 3 Daughters Toasted Coconut Porter Float with salted-caramel soft-serve Berry Fizz Fragolino Red Sparkling Wine Float with vanilla soft-serve Last, but certainly not least, who doesn’t love a popcorn bucket? Also starting on Sept. 22, EPCOT will be home to the Disney 100 Purple Mickey Mouse Balloon Bucket. You’ll be able to find this purple popcorn pal at the popcorn carts throughout the park, so keep your eye out the next time you go. Popcorn Carts Throughout EPCOT (Available starting Sept. 22) Disney100 Purple Mickey Mouse Balloon Bucket What an exciting time for EPCOT! There’s no limit to the tasty ways you can have fun at Disney Parks. 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.

For lovers of all things Spooky, Worldly, Holistic, Tarot, Healing, and Energy, all roads lead to Orlando this weekend. On Saturday, September 23, Tarot Goddess presents World Psychic Fair, a supernatural bazaar, taking place indoors at the Central Florida Fairgrounds from 12 - 5 pm. Visitors will have access to Vendors, Witches, Weavers, Psychics, Tarot, Mediums, Reiki, Energy, and more. There will also be entertainment, plus food and drink. Tickets are $18.99 online only, click 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.

Miami-based Night Owl Cookies are now open in Orlando, featuring signature cookies including Chocolate Chip, Cookies & Cream, Rainbow Over Bedrock, Birthday Cake, Ave Maria, Sugar Daddy and more. Miami late night cookie stop, Night Owl Cookies is now open for late night goodness (and daytime treats ) in Orlando close to UCF. The new location at 1325 University Blvd., Suite 101, near State Road 417, is open every day from 11 am through until 2 am. Hungry customers visiting the new store can enjoy freshly made signature cookies, including regular favourites, Dark Chocolate S'Mores, Cookies & Cream, and the Ave Maria. Plus every month Night Owl Cookies introduce limited edition cookies, for example right now you can indulge in Cinnamon Chocolate Churro, Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake and Red Velvet Brownie. "We're ecstatic to bring our signature cookie experience to the vibrant UCF community," said Andrew Gonzalez, founder and owner of Night Owl Cookies. "It's a full circle moment for us to have started at FIU and keep the tradition going at UCF. We can't wait to share the Night Owl experience with this incredible city!" The Orlando location, the first in Central Florida, join 5 South Florida locations in and around Miami. 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.

Legendary singer Gladys Knight is set to perform in Daytona Beach early in 2024. Be prepared for a night filled with soul-stirring music and a journey through decades of musical excellence as the one and only Gladys Knight comes to Daytona Beach. This is your chance to see the "Empress of Soul" live at the Peabody Auditorium on Friday, January 26, 2024. Tickets on sale now. The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Very few singers over the last fifty years have matched her unassailable artistry. This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance. In her first effort since 2013’s “Another Journey” – Knight’s 8th solo effort – this summer marked the release of “Where My Heart Belongs”, a new inspiration gospel album. Knight is a tw0-time Grammy winner in the gospel category, and “Where My Heart Belongs” dropped on September 9th from Deseret Book, and recently won an NAACP Image Award for “Outstanding Gospel Album.” “Another Journey” enjoyed success from the hit “I Who Have Nothing” as well as the uptempo track “Settle,” produced by Randy Jackson, with whom she previously collaborated with on her Grammy-winning album, “At Last.” Knight also enjoyed the success of her song “You and I Ain’t Nothin’ No More” which appeared over the end credits of the critically-acclaimed Lee Daniels film THE BUTLER. Knight, known as the “Empress of Soul,” a longtime Las Vegas resident, returned to the Strip in the late-2000s to the famed Tropicana Hotel for a special engagement that ran in the newly named Gladys Knight Theater, making her the first African-American performer to have a venue named after her in Las Vegas. This followed a successful four-year show run at The Flamingo, which the Las Vegas Review-Journal praised as “the number-one show on the Strip.” A tireless humanitarian, Knight is an iconic supporter of the Boys & Girls Club of America, to which she donated a Randy Jackson produced song, “The Dream.” As the celebrated singer of the timeless song “Midnight Train to Georgia,” Knight was a natural fit as national spokesperson and host of Amtrak’s National Train Day, the celebration of which took place Washington, DC’s famed Union Station. Georgia-born, Knight began performing gospel music at age four in the Mount Mariah Baptist Church and sang as a guest soloist with the Morris Brown College Choir. Three years later, she won the grand prize on television’s “Ted Mack’s Amateur Hour,” and the following year, her mother Elizabeth Knight created the group consisting of Gladys, her brother Bubba, her sister Brenda and her cousins William and Elenor Guest. They called themselves The Pips in honor of their cousin/manager, James Pip Woods. In 1959, Brenda and Elenor left the group, replaced by cousin Edward Patten and friend Langston George. The group was renamed Gladys Knight & The Pips, and following George’s departure in 1962, the classic line-up was in place. The group debuted their first album in 1960, when Knight was just sixteen. With Knight singing lead and The Pips providing lush harmonies and graceful choreography, the group went on to achieve icon status, having recorded some of the most memorable songs of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Top 20 hits, like “Every Beat of My Heart,” “Letter Full of Tears,” “I Heard it Through the Grapevine” and “If I Were Your Woman,” set the stage for an amazing run in the mid-1970s, with Top 10 gold-certified singles like “Neither One of Us (Wants to be the First to Say Goodbye),” “I’ve Got to Use My Imagination,” “Best Thing to Ever Happen to Me” and the #1 smash “Midnight Train to Georgia” established Gladys Knight and The Pips as the premiere pop/R&B vocal ensemble in the world. The party kept rolling with hits like “On and On” from the Academy Award nominated soundtrack of Curtis Mayfield’s “Claudine,” the 1974 comedy about love in the inner city. Knight enjoyed another #1 hit in 1985 when she teamed with Stevie Wonder, Elton John and Dionne Warwick on “That’s What Friends are For.” She and Stevie Wonder sang together again for the successful Frank Sinatra Duets II album, joining his voice for the song “For Once in My Life” in 1994. All told, Knight has recorded more than 38 albums over the years, including four solo albums during the past decade: “Good Woman” (1991); “Just for You” (1994); the inspirational “Many Different Roads” (1999); and “At Last” (2001). “At Last” showed the world that she still has what it takes to record a hit album, employing the talents of contemporary producers like Randy Jackson, Gary Brown and James D.C. Williams III, Jon John, Jamey Jaz, Keith Thomas, Tom Dowd and Tiger Roberts. Her involvement in other creative undertakings, business ventures and humanitarian activities has been extensive, and has brought her honors from industry and community alike. In 1986, she produced and starred in the Cable Ace Award-winning “Sisters in the Name of Love,” an HBO special co-starring Dionne Warwick and Patti LaBelle. That same year, she showcased her acting ability when she co-starred with Flip Wilson in the CBS comedy “Charlie & Co.” Other acting roles followed on such TV shows as “Benson,” “The Jefferson’s” and “New York Undercover,” and in such television films as “Pipe Dreams,” “An Enemy Among Us” and “Desperado.” She recorded the title theme for the James Bond movie “License to Kill” (1989). In 1999, she completed a starring run on Broadway in the smash musical hit “Smokey Joe’s Café.” In 1995, Knight earned her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the next year, Gladys Knight & The Pips were inducted into the Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Fame. Knight published an autobiography, “Between Each Line of Pain and Glory” (a line taken from her million selling recording “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me”), in 1997, and the next year, she and The Pips were presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. In 2004, Knight received the “Lifetime Achievement Award” at the annual BET Awards ceremony. A humanitarian and philanthropist, Knight has devoted to various worthy causes, including the American Diabetes Association – for which she is a national spokesperson, the American Cancer Society, the Minority AIDS Project, amFAR and Crisis Intervention, and The Boys and Girls Club. She has been honored by numerous organizations as well, including the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Congress of Racial Equality (CORE), B’Nai Brith, and is a recent recipient of BET’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Today, Knight and husband William, along with various other members of the family, oversee her busy career from the Las Vegas headquarters of Shakeji, Inc., her personal entertainment corporation. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, performer, restaurateur, and businesswoman with a spiritual outlook on her life. Her faith in God has been the driving force behind all of Knight’s endeavors, guiding her through her many successes. 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.

Parking lot trams are now back at EPCOT, meaning that you can once again catch a parking trams at every Walt Disney World theme park! Parking lot trams returned to Disney's Hollywood Studios earlier today, and now they are back at EPCOT too! This will be the first time since before COVID-19 forced Walt Disney World to close in 2020 that parking lot trams are operating at all four theme parks in the resort. All parking lot trams were stopped in March 2020, when all four Walt Disney World Resort theme parks temporarily closed due to the worldwide COVID- 19 pandemic. When the theme parks resumed operations in July 2020, all parking lot tram services remained suspended due to physical distancing restrictions that were put into effect at the resort. As physical distancing rules were relaxed, and operations slowly returned to normal at the resort, Walt Disney World did not resume parking tram operations within any of the theme parks. Even as mask requirements were dropped for all Disney Transportation options, Disney cited health and safety concerns for not resuming operations on the parking trams. Eventually in the face of criticism from guests who were having to walk to their vehicles in theme park parking lots, often enduring long walks in extreme heat, Disney eventually announced that parking trams would return to the theme park in December 2021, with service resuming at all other parks in 2022. It was on December 19, 2021 that parking trams were returned to service at Magic Kingdom, and it was a further 5 months before parking trams resumed operations at Disney's Animal Kingdom on May 27, 2022. The remainder of 2022 came and went, with no parking trams in sight at either EPCOT or Disney's Hollywood Studios, and only now, three and a half years later that once again we have parking lot tram service at all four Walt Disney World theme parks. Beep! Beep! Hurray! 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.