Last week we reported that an escaped White Rhino had been shot and killed by staff members at popular Central Florida attraction, Wild Florida last September. The news only came to light recently after a report by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was released last week. The report revealed that employees at Wild Florida Drive Thru Safari Park shot and killed a young male white rhinoceros less than 24 hours after he had only just arrived at the Central Florida attraction last September. The report said that no action was taken against the park at the time. Fast forward to this week, and a report has been released following an inspection conducted by a veterinary officer for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in December. The report that was first brought to the publics attention by News 6 here in Orlando shows that the inspection found that Wild Florida Drive-Thru Safari Park was critically and repeatedly non-compliant for the federal Animal Welfare Act. The inspector cited multiple enclosures for not being of adequate strength so as to prevent animal escape, injury, or death. Additionally, multiple enclosures had electrical cords or sharp edges contained within the enclosures that posed risk of injury or harm to the animals. The report stated that “Enclosures must be of adequate strength to prevent animal escape, injury, and death.” The inspection also noted an excessive amount of fecal material on a wooden viewing platform accessible to the public. While inspecting the safari park feed room, some records for acquisition and disposition of two red kangaroos were not available for review at the time of the inspection. The report also noted expired medications were found inside the feed room, some of which were past their expiration date,. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service did not release any information on whether any action would be taken against Wild Florida following the reports findings. Wild Florida have not as yet issued a statement in response to the release of the report.

Yesterday, Walt Disney World confirmed that Chip 'N Dale Rescue Rangers are coming soon to Disney's Hollywood Studios. The lovable chipmunks rescue rangers will join the recently returned Max as Powerline from A Goofy Movie, plus Mr. and Mrs. Incredible, Edna Mode and Frozone from The Incredibles from next week, Wednesday February 15. Do you remember back in 1990 when Chip 'N Dale Rescue Rangers, together with Gadget, made an appearance in Mickey’s Starland Show at Mickey's Starland in Magic Kingdom? We can't wait to meet up with the Rescue Rangers soon, just bring back Gadget too!

Orange County Fire Rescue have shared on their official twitter account that last night, Wednesday, February 8, firefighters rescued a tired and scared hawk from the popular sports entertainment complex,TopGolf on Universal Blvd here in Orlando. The hawk had become tangled in the driving range barrier netting that surrounds the driving range at TopGolf. During the rescue,TopGolf shut down the driving range temporally while fire units rescued the Hawk from the netting. Orange County Fire Rescue called in Audubon Center for Birds of Prey to help with the rescue, with the center now caring for the hawk during its recovery.

Three popular Central Florida Zoo's have been nominated as the best zoos in North America. by USA TODAY 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford, and Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park are all in a shortlist of 20 of the leading zoos across the country, which were decided by a panel of experts working with 10Best’s editorial team. The overall winner from the shortlist will be determined by a public vote. Voting is open now and you can help your favourite zoo win by voting once per day through Monday, March 6 at the three links below. Brevard Zoo For the fourth year in a row, Brevard Zoo in Melbourne has been nominated in the awards. In 2020, the popular zoo took fifth place overall, in 2021, they took sixth place and last year, they took fourth place. Home to more than 900 animals, the AZA-accredited Brevard Zoo takes the zoo-going experience to adventurous new levels. Guests can zip-line through the jungles of South America or kayak through the African savanna or a restored Florida wetland. You can help Brevard Zoo to win by voting here. Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park Sitting on 56 acres, Zoo Tampa is home to endangered, threatened and vulnerable animal species from such areas as Asia, Africa, Australia and Florida. ZooTampa at Lowry Park is operated by the Lowry Park Zoological Society, an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to excellence in conservation, education, recreation and research. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is featured among the “Top 25 Zoos in the U.S” by TripAdvisor. You can help Zoo Tampa to win by voting here. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens settled into its new location along Lake Monroe in 1975. Today, the Zoo is home to more than 350 animals representing over 100 species, from tiny, yet mighty, scorpions, to graceful giraffes and even the endangered Indian rhino. Meet some of our planet’s rarest animals and get to know the species in your own backyard a bit better, including the Florida black bear and the American alligator. You can help Central Florida Zoo to win by voting here.

Get ready to glow all night long! Orlando's Museum of Illusions located at ICON Park on I-Drive is throwing its first party of 2023 and you’re invited to grab a drink and enjoy live music, delicious drinks and unique picture opportunities, On February 17, Museum of Illusions Orlando will host Life in Neon, a nighttime event where guests can explore the museum’s mind-bending exhibits and party under neon lights. The party will take place from 8 to 11 p.m. and promises a night of colorful fun with body paint, live EDM DJs and a cash bar provided by ICON Park. Dazzling décor and colorful lighting will provide an exciting new take on the museum’s fan-favorite exhibits. From LED light-up balloons in the Infinity Room to the addition of a sparkling disco ball in the Head on a Plate exhibit, guests will find fun, new decorations at every turn. There will also be glowsticks and other props provided for guests as they experience the optical illusions and photo ops. “We love to welcome guests to our world of illusions every day and Life in Neon is an exciting way to experience Museum of Illusions like never before,” said Dayna Alcott, general manager of Museum of Illusions Orlando. “The body paint and neon lights will create fun photo opportunities all of our guests are sure to love!” So what is Museum of Illusions Orlando? Well it's not your average museum. You won’t find “do not touch” signs, get shushed by curators or have to follow around tour guides – Instead, it encourages guests to get a hands-on experience and explore all the wonders of the mind throughout more than 50 engaging exhibits. Admission for the Museum of Illusions nighttime party is $29.99 per ticket, and guests must be 21+ to attend. Advanced online bookings are suggested. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.

Welcome to an extra special GGO Weekend Guide, this is Valentine's Weekend AND we have Super Bowl Sunday to look forward to, so if your in love and you love sports this weekend is for you! We've brought together a bumper list of things to do here in Orlando and throughout Central Florida including all the Super Bowl watch parties, and many of the most romantic things to do this weekend, plus don't forget that Wicked continues this weekend at Dr Phillips, and at LakeEola we have Paws In The Park, plus so much more. Discover the BEST Things to Do in Orlando This Weekend! Check out our bumper weekend list with something happening for everyone 2023 Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval Universal Studios Florida Now through April 16, 2023 Every spring, the fun and excitement of the Big Easy makes its way to Universal Orlando Resort for an authentic celebration that completely transforms Universal Studios Florida into a family-friendly version of the famed New Orleans street party. Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval runs through April 16, 2023. The parkwide celebrations will transform Universal Studios Florida into Florida’s biggest party, complete with the return of the parade, the beads, the tribute store, the food, and the big name concerts. The 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Now through Sunday, February 20, 2023 Eat, drink and be dazzled by creative culinary masterpieces during the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts presented by AT&T. Celebrate the visual arts, performing arts and culinary arts during an art festival that features more than 100 Disney and visiting artists that are showcasing their eye-catching works of art. Guests of all ages can express their creative side by learning to draw a Disney character at Animation Academy, leaving their own creative mark at Expression Section: A Paint by Number Mural and helping Figment learn about art on a scavenger hunt around World Showcase. Each evening, the DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series will feature talented entertainers performing Disney songs live at America Gardens Theatre. EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. The Disney On Broadway Concert Series Now through Sunday, February 20, 2023 The DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series is returning for the 2023 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts presented by AT&T, This is where you can see some of your favorite Disney Broadway stars perform Disney musical numbers, live at America Gardens Theatre in World Showcase. This weekends performers: February 10 Kissy Simmons (The Lion King) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan) February 11 Kissy Simmons (The Lion King) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan) February 12 Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins) and Michael James Scott (Aladdin) The DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series is available with valid theme park admission and a park reservation for the same date. The 2023 SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival Now through May 7, 2023 Oceans of flavor and fun are waiting at SeaWorld. From foodies to families, everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings. Explore more than 50 fresh global cuisine choices to pair with over 75 refreshing wine and cocktail selections, including more than 75 craft brews. Add a taste of rock, country, Latin, or throwback sounds at our live music shows, and enjoy even more diverse entertainment and surprises at special times like Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo. With so many exquisite flavors to top off exhilarating coasters and extraordinary animal encounters, the Seven Seas Food Festival is a voyage to fill the belly! Available with valid theme park admission Mardi Gras At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Now through Sunday, March 5, 2023 Get jazzed up with Mardi Gras-style live music and New Orleans-inspired entertainment. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday though March 5, 2023 at Busch Gardens Mardi Gras. Catch some festival beads from strolling performers throughout the day, and get caught up in the fun as you dance through the park. Feast like kings and queens on classic Cajun cuisine as Busch Gardens brings the “Big Easy” to Tampa Bay. Mardi Gras At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is available with valid theme park admission. Wicked at Dr Phillips Center Now through February 12, 2023 Wicked is happening now at the Walt Disney Theater at Dr Phillips Center through until February 12, 2023. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships … until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “Wicked.” From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! Limited tickets are available now, check out the Dr Phillips Center website for details. Oviedo Mall Carnival Now through Sunday, February 12,2023 The carnival is back in town, from February 2 through until February 12, Dreamland Amusements are back with midway fun for the whole family to enjoy at Oviedo Mall. With rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other carnival eats, there's something for everyone at this family-fun event. Visit Oviedo Mall Carnival for coupon savings on rides and food. Nunsense A-Men! at The Winter Park Playhouse Now through February 18, 2023 This side-splitting musical comedy performed at The Winter Park Playhouse is the original Off-Broadway musical Nunsense with all the characters portrayed by men! Think of it as "Mrs. Doubtfire enters the Convent." The Little Sisters of Hoboken discover their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters so they put on a variety show to raise funds for the burials. Get tickets now! Suitable for Most Audiences (Age 13 & up) Love's Revenge at Sir Henrys Haunted Trail Friday, February 10 and Sunday, February 11, 2023 Love's Revenge is returning to Sir Henrys Haunted Trail in Plant City for two nights only, Valentine's Weekend, February 10 and 11, 2023. This exclusive 2 night, haunted Valentine's attraction will feature 2 haunted trails, 2 escape games, laser tag and ax throwing. Osceola County Fair at Osceola Heritage Park Friday, February 10 through February 19, 2023 The much loved Osceola County Fair takes over Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee from February 10 through 19, 2023, and it promises to be bigger, better, and with more entertainment than ever before. The Osceola County Fair features endless amusement rides, thrilling games, exciting exhibits, livestock shows, amazing fair food, toe tapping live music, and much more! In 2023, the fair features amazing family friendly entertainment including the Space Adventures Thrill Show, a Demolition Derby, and Live Concerts by country music artists including Chase Matthew, and Tobacco Rd Band. Plus, the fan favourite pig races are back with the Rosaire's Royal Racers, together with a staple at the Osceola County Fair, the Eudora Farms, Petting Zoo returns. Damon Williams at the Orlando Improv Friday, February 10 and Saturday, February 11, 2023 Actor, Host, and Comedian Damon Williams is coming to Orlando for two nights of comedy, and everyone is invited! Williams will take to the stage of The Orlando Improv at The Pointe Orlando, on I-Drive for two nights of intimate comedy on February 10 and February 11. Don't miss your chance to see the funnyman up close and personal here in Orlando. Tickets are available now for all two shows on The Orlando Improv website. The Florida State Fair, Tampa February 9 2023 through February 20, 2023 The Florida State Fair, features free entertainment, agriculture exhibits, competitive exhibits, historical village, crafts, food, and the largest midways in the United States. The 2023 Florida State Fair runs from February 9 through 20, and boasts the largest Midway in the USA, plus shopping, food, livestock, non stop entertainment, and so much more, including racing pigs! The Big Bounce at Dezerland Action Park Friday, February 10, 2023 through Sunday, February 12, 2023 The biggest, craziest touring inflatable event in the entire world is coming to Dezerland Park on International Drive on February 10, 11, and 12, and it's not just for the kids! Individual sessions are available to suit all age groups from toddlers through to adults only sessions on the most unique and exciting custom-built inflatable attractions ever made. The Big Bounce America 2023 is the official Guinness World Record holder for the World's Biggest Bounce House, and that was before they supersized for 2023! This is NOT your typical bounce house! Covering an area of just over 16,000 square foot and towering 32ft from the ground to the tip of their candy-colored turrets, experience Live DJs playing the hottest tracks, climbing towers, basketball hoops, slides, ball pits, confetti blasts, bubbles (lots of bubbles!), crazy dancing and even crazier competitions. Art After Dark in Lake Nona Friday, February 10, 2023 Every Friday night, Art After Dark takes over Lake Nona Town Center from 6 pm. Perfectly nestled between Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen and Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine of Lake Nona, Art After Dark is a perfect evening out for the whole family. Enjoy a stroll through our 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. The Molly Ringwalds at House Of Blues Orlando Friday, February 10, 2023 The Molly Ringwalds come to House of Blues Orlando at Disney Springs. Get your tickets now! ICEBAR Orlando’s Love Spell Valentine’s Weekend Friday, February 10 through Tuesday, February 14, 2023 ICEBAR Orlando on International Drive is inviting couples to celebrate Valentine's Day with them. Their Love Spell package is sure to make your celebration special. Love Potion VIP Package includes Reserved VIP Area in the Fire Lounge, 1 Bottle of Moet in Fire Lounge, 2 ICEBAR Entries, 2 Fur Coat Upgrades, 2 ICEBAR Signature Drinks, 2 Fire Lounge Signature Drinks, 2 Fire Lounge Food Selections, Complimentary Photos, Roses & Desserts. $275 Dose of Romance Package includes Reserved General Hightop Seating, 1 Bottle of House Wine or Champagne, 2 ICEBAR Entries, 2 Fur Coat Upgrades, 2 ICEBAR Signature Drinks, 2 Fire Lounge Signature Drinks, 2 Fire Lounge Food Selections, Complimentary Photos, Roses & Desserts. $165 Be Mine Package includes 2 ICEBAR Entries, 2 ICEBAR Signature Drinks, 2 Glasses of House Champagne with Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Complimentary Photos. $95 Rock Of Ages at Garden Theatre, Winter Garden Now through Sunday, February 26, 2023 ROCK OF AGES takes you back to the time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! This five-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, and more. The show features an all-star cast, including American Idol Bo Bice, The Voice finalist Omar Cardona, and Broadway star Justin Sargent. Info and tickets. Orlando Ballet presents Moulin Rouge at Dr Phillips Center Now through Sunday, February 12, 2023 The spirit of Paris and the world’s most famous cabaret, the Moulin Rouge, come to life in an evening of passion, betrayal, love, and high-energy can-can. Step into the romantic world as Jorden Morris’ original work, Moulin Rouge®The Ballet returns for a full staging. Tickets from $25. 2023 Love Your Shorts Film Festival Thursday, February 9 through Sunday, February 12, 2023 The 2023 Love Your Shorts Film Festival at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, Sanford presents an annual showcase of short films from Florida and around the world. Individual films from $5 or $85 for a weekend pass. Valentine's Dinner Show at Teatro Martini Thursday February 9 through Saturday February 16, 2023 Set the stage for a night of romance at Teatro Martini, a spectacular adults-only dinner show featuring aerialists, acrobats, dancers and more variety acts. Teatro Martini is offering a special $99 Valentine’s Day package from Thursday, Feb. 9 – Saturday, Feb. 16, with a rose and chocolate included for each couple who books online using code TEATRO99. Bleeding Hearts Club: An Immersive Murder Mystery Friday, February 10 through February 12, 2023 Taking place at https://orlandofringe.thundertix.com/events/208138 is thrilled to welcome you to their first meeting of 2023. Are you looking for a date for Valentine’s Day? Do you have a date but want to check compatibility? Are you just excited to spend a night out enjoying the company of others? The Bleeding Hearts Club promises an evening of fun, games, romance, and perhaps even murder. In this interactive immersive murder mystery, it is up to the audience to discover the killer. Ages 13 & Up, Audience Interaction, Adult Language, Mature Themes Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, until March 5, 2023 In this powerful musical production, you’ll laugh as much as you cry while Billie Holiday sings her most famous songs and reminisces about the great triumphs and losses of her life. The time is 1959. The place is a seedy bar in Philadelphia. The audience is about to witness one of Billie’s last performances—four months before her untimely death. With the help of her piano man, Jimmy Powers, she lets music tell her story, sharing soulful, heart-wrenching, and bawdy songs from her memorable canon including: “Strange Fruit,” “God Bless the Child,” “When a Woman Loves a Man,” and “T’Ain’t Nobody’s Business If I Do.” Tickets to Lady Day are available now. 407 Food Fair: Sweet & Spicy at Ivanhoe Park Brewing Saturday, February 11, 2023 Enjoy the monthly Food & Craft Festival, Sweet and Spicy edition! Sample the food offerings from 12-20 food vendors and shop from local vendors while enjoying the views and brewing of Ivanhoe Park Brewing. Free entry, food and beverage cost vary. 12 pm to 6 pm. Avalon Springfest: Lunar New Year Celebration Saturday, February 11, 2023 Asia Trend proudly presents the first annual Avalon SpringFest to celebrate the Lunar New Year, in partnership with Avalon Park, in East Orlando, from 12 pm to 6 pm. This 6-hour Free event includes our traditional dragon and lion dance, arts & craft market, various country authentic foods and drinks, and cultural dance and music live performances. City of Winter Garden Heritage and Music Festival Saturday, February 11, 2023 Established in 1903, the City of Winter Garden celebrates its 120th Anniversary with a Heritage & Music Festival on Saturday, February 11, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The FREE, daylong event includes multiple stages of live music, kids’ entertainment, heritage activities, and much more. Valentine's Outdoor Movie Night featuring The Notebook Saturday, February 11, 2023 Southern Hill Farms in Clermont is the perfect place to kick back, relax and unwind. Watch the beautiful sunset from the rooftop deck and sip on local craft beer and wine. The Southern Hill Farms Market will be open and selling handcrafted candles, lip balm, sugar scrub, local raw honey, and more. Gates will open at 5:30 and the movie will begin at 7:15 pm, bring your blanket or folding chair to sit and watch the movie on the lawn! No outside alcohol, coolers or catered meals permitted. $20 per car. Pirate Fest Weekends at LEGOLAND Florida Resort Saturdays & Sundays through February 19, 2023 Captain Redbeard returns ashore from his adventures to recruit the best of the best in the latest class of pirates. His ultimate mission: take over LEGOLAND Theme Park to bury his treasure. Join the pirate invasion fun with exclusive LEGO characters meet-and-greets, pirate-themed shows, LEGO build activities, and more! Pirate Fest Weekends is included with Daily Tickets and select Annual Passes. Free Family Movie Night at Aquatica Beach Nights Saturday, February 11, 2023 Free family movies are back at Aquatic Water Park this January and February. The whole family can enjoy fun days and nights at SeaWorld Orlando’s Aquatica Beach Nights. Saturday, February 11 Movie at 5:45 pm, Princess and the Frog From thrilling slides like Riptide Race to relaxing waterways like Loggerhead Lane and more, Aquatica has splashy surprises for the whole family. Aquatica’s pools and waterways are even heated to maintain the perfect temperature throughout your day during “Florida winter.” After a day of fun in the water stay late for family-friendly movies and games on Orlando’s largest beach! Bring a blanket or sit on one of our beach chairs and enjoy a different movie every weekend. Fresh popcorn, delicious food, snacks, hot chocolate, and fountain drinks will be available for purchase at Kura’s Beachside Panini. Cupid's Undie Run, Downtown Orlando Saturday, February 11, 2023 Cupid’s Undie Run is returning to Orlando for another year of raising money, and having fun! Here in Orlando, hundred's of people are expected to gather downtown on Saturday, February 11 to take part in a BRIEF run in their undies for this year's Cupid's Undie Run. The main purpose of Cupid's Undue Run is to raise awareness of neurofibromatosis (NF), a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. As well as raising awareness and money for the Children's Tumor Foundation, Cupid’s Undie Run is a lot of fun too, the day kicks off with drinking and a lot of dancing, before participants will run, jog, or walk around a mile, before crossing the finish line for an epic dance party! If you want to enjoy a fun day in your undies in downtown, you still have time to register. 2023 Silver Spurs Rodeo Parade Downtown St Cloud Saturday, February 11, 2023 Kick-off Silver Spurs Rodeo weekend at the Silver Spurs Parade! The Silver Spurs Riding Club is celebrating decades of rodeo and tradition in Downtown St. Cloud, on February 11 at 10 am. See the 2022-2023 Miss Silver Spurs Court, along with rodeo queens from all around the country. Don’t miss the grand marshals; the 2023 Coca-Cola Cowboy & Lifetime Achievement Award honorees, along with the Big Boss, local politicians, businesses, and organizations from around Osceola County. FREE EVENT 12th Annual Monster Bulls at Silver Spurs Arena Osceola Heritage Park Saturday, February 11, 2023 They’re fierce. They’re feisty. They’re bred to buck! Enjoy a night of just bull riding where the biggest and baddest Silver Spurs bulls will go head-to-head with local cowboys. BUY TICKET Paws In the Park Saturday, February 11, 2023 The Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando will once again host its much loved annual pet festival and parade, Paws in the Park in Lake Eola Park on Saturday, February 11 from 10 am - 4 pm. Paws in the Park will include the popular Pet Costume Contest with this year’s costume themes including Stars of Film & TV, Favorite Food, and Dogs with Jobs. Dogs and their owners can register for the costume contest now. Other highlights include the return of the dock diving pop-up pool and a lure course for dogs, a beer garden and a variety of food trucks and shopping for the owners! The Pet Alliance will also have pet adoption opportunities as well as the Pet Alliance’s mobile vet unit which will providing free vaccines on the day. Orlando Area Farmers Markets Saturday, February 11 , 2023 Every weekend there are some awesome farmers markets happening throughout the area, 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 Farmer's Market The Saturday 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 Farmer's 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 Farmer's 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 in the beautiful Town Center from 11 am - 3 pm, shop local with the freshest produce and more. Big Game Outdoor Watch Party at Sunset Walk Sunday, February 12 , 2023 This year, Promenade at Sunset Walk will host its Big Game Outdoor Watch Party. This FREE event includes: Giant Video Wall broadcasting all pre-game activities and the Big Game Multiple big screens and monitors at many of Promenade’s venues Pre-game live music and DJ Street performers Opposing team stilt walkers Outdoor seating (*Seating is limited and first come, first served) Over 2 dozen restaurants, bars, specialty shops and more Food and beverage specials at participating venues Street cornhole Super Bowl Experience at NBC Sports Grill & Brew Sunday, February 12 , 2023 The Super Bowl LVII Experience at NBC Sports Grill & Brew will feature more than 100 HD screens streaming live Super Bowl coverage Guests can experience the Super Bowl like never before with live entertainment, special characters, exclusive food and drink options, including more than 100 beers on draft and in bottles, along with a house designed and locally-made IPA and more. Big Game Watch Party at Boardwalk Bowl Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Starting at 5 p.m. on Sunday, February 12, Boardwalk Bowl is the place to be for the Big Game. Get your friends and family together to watch the game on the center’s large HDTVs and projector screens. The watch party will take place in the Brooklyn South Bar, where there will be deals on bowling, plus awesome food and drink specials for guests to enjoy while watching the game. At Boardwalk Bowl’s Big Game Watch Party, guests can enjoy: Free wings with your first Bucket of Beer Domestic drafts, well drinks and house wine for $3 each Import drafts and call drinks for $4 each 57¢ bowling games (up to three games per person) Games, prizes and giveaways Big Game Watch Party at City Works Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Watch the big game on our big screens in Disney Springs! Secure your table at City Works for the big watch party. City Works have your game-day essentials including the ultimate football food, 90 beers on tap and 17 extra-large HDTVs with state-of-the-art audio and an enormous video wall. Plus, Goose Island Bottlenectar for only $4. Grab your table before they're all gone. Touchdown Big Game Party at Dezerland Action Park Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Dezerland Action Park on I-Drive, Orlando are having a watch party with a variety of specials to provide guests with the most entertaining viewing experience. Great food, cold beer, plenty of TV’s, and lots of fun activities! Sit back and relax in an exclusive VIP viewing with big screen TVs, free food and soft drinks and a 60-minute timecard with access to a variety of Dezerland Action Park’s attractions. Tickets are $39.95 for adults and $29.95 for children ages 12 and under. The deals get even better with a variety of offerings from other Dezerland Action Park’s attractions and vendors. Silent SuperBowl at Ace Cafe Sunday, February 12 , 2023 What is Silent SuperBowl? Relax and listen to the game or party and dance with your friends. You control your experience at Ace Cafe, downtown Orlando 5 pm to 11 pm. Full live Super Bowl game audio on one, combine that with 2 Dj’s At The Same Time on separate channels, Spinning the best of the best music From 80’s, 90’s early 2000’s to hip hop top 40, Rnb to reggae, soca, dancehall tunes, and more. Party With Your Friends, Party With Others, or Chill and Watch The Game…. You DECIDE! Super Bowl LVII Party at The District Gastrobar Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Join friends and fans for the last game of the season at The District Gastrobar for the big Super Sunday party. Watch the game 20 large screen TV's with full bar, food menu, and entertainment. Get your table or sections today! Super Bowl Party at Cosmo Lounge, I-Drive, Orlando Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Sunday, February 12th , we are having a Super Bowl Party at Cosmo Hookah Lounge!!! Doors open at 5pm!!! It's not your average super bowl party, it will be an experience!!! Super bowl on TVs throughout venue, Spades, Dominos, and Uno tables!!! Food and Hookah!!! $3 Beers $5 Shots of Don Julio and Patron 2 for $300 Bottles Super Bowl Watch Party at Night Shade Lounge Orlando Sunday, February 12 , 2023 A Sunday Hangout catered to Lovers & Friends & Football Fans, especially for Super Bowl Sunday on Valentine's Weekend! Wear your favorite team jersey and come ready to have good time. 5PM - 10PM Drink Specials: $5 Specialty Cocktails Long Island Nightshade Margaritas Sangria Beer bucket specials, food and much more! Super Bowling Party at KINGS Orlando Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Watch the Super Bowl at Kings on I-Drive, win one free pizza every month for a year, and a Bud Light cooler at the party! Highlights include Bowling, Big Screen TV's, Buckets Of Beer, Giveaways and more! Reserve your spot and don't miss any of the action! Super Bowl Watch Party at Señor Frog's Sunday, February 12 , 2023 Enjoy the game at Señor Frogs on International Drive, with big game deals! Enjoy 50 gets wings at 2 minute warning, $15 beer pitchers, and a free shot for every touchdown Plus FREE REFILL OF YARD DRINKS (or BEER TOWER) IF GAME GOES TO OVER TIME! Orlando Area Farmers Markets Sunday, February 12, 2023 Every weekend there are some awesome farmers markets happening throughout the area, 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.

You gotta check out the brand new clothing collaboration between the Orlando Magic and designer beachwear brand Duvin Design which is debuting later this week. The colab features a 13-piece Orlando Magic x Duvin limited-edition collection that ties in key elements from the heritage of the Orlando Magic days of the 90s and Duvin's fun, vintage greetings postcards, palm trees, and fresh oranges. Austin Duvall, creative director of Duvin Design said “We wanted to combine our tropical Floridian inspiration with the vintage logos and artwork from the Magic team’s past. If you walk through the Amway Center, you see incredible old photos that include essentially the entire catalog of quintessential Florida, so it naturally made a lot of sense as a way to tie the two brands together.” The Orlando Magic x Duvin limited-edition collection drops this Friday, February 10 with a special launch party at The Heavy, 1152 Harmon Avenue, Winter Park. At Friday's launch party the first 300 purchasers will receive 2 feww exclusive add ons! Entertainment on the day will include a 20ft Inflatable Basketball Hoop, NBA Jam Arcade, Meet + Greet with the Orlando Magic Mascot STUFF, the Orlando Magic 321 HYPE Team, Yard Games, Raffles and Free Giveaways. Act fast as this collection will move quickly and is only available to buy in person, it won’t be available to buy online. You can buy the merchandise at the following: The collection will be available at the Amway Center's Orlando Magic Team Shop and the Duvin pop-up at The Heavy in Winter Park from February 10-19. The Heavy Winter Park starting 2/10 Friday 4-10 pm (2/10 – Duvin launch event) Sunday – Sunday 10-6pm (2/12-2/19 while supplies last) Orlando Magic Amway Center starting 2/11 (Magic v Heat) Behind section 107 in concourse Orlando Magic Team Shop at Amway Center

Disney have been holding their Q1 2023 earnings call today, and the good news for Orlando tourism is that attendance levels are on the up at Walt Disney World Resort. In the earnings call this afternoon, Disney CFO Christine McCarthy talked about attendance levels at the Disney theme parks. and noted that attendance this year at Walt Disney World is outpacing attendance from last year. McCarthy said "significant revenue and operating income growth in the quarter was achieved despite purposefully reducing capacity during select peak holiday periods by approximately 20% versus pre-pandemic levels in order to prioritized the guest experience." She continued "Per capita guest spending our domestic parks also showed strong growth. Quarter to date park attendance at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland resort are pacing above prior year. And based on reservation bookings, we expect to see this trend continue." It's interesting to note that while Disney CFO Christine McCarthy announced overall attendance levels are up at Walt Disney World. she revealed that the capacity during peak holiday times in late 2022, was cut by 20% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Cutting the capacity at Walt Disney World has been achieved by introducing the Park Pass reservations system following the resorts reopening after the COVID pandemic forced the resorts closure.

The tenth annual Touch-a-Truck, presented by Duke Energy, will roll back onto Knights Plaza at Addition Financial Arena on Saturday, March 4th from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Touch-a-Truck is a free, interactive experience for kids of all ages to learn more about their favorite trucks and vehicles they see daily. Touch-a-Truck will feature police vehicles, construction trucks, fire trucks, and more! This year at Touch-a-Truck, there will be a “no honking” hour from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is for children and families who want to experience the event without any loud distractions. There will be opportunities for kids to win prizes by visiting the Addition Financial Arena tent as well as concessions for sale in front of the venue. Knights Plaza, a shopping center equipped with different eateries, will also be open for lunch, making it a fun outing for the whole family.

Last week we reported that the Service Trades Council Union (STCU), the union which represents the vast majority of Disney’s Cast Members voted by 96% to reject Disney’s proposed $1 raise. Now both sides are set to get together on February 15 - 16, and resume negotiations, as the union push for a $3 raise to $18 per hour. For several months, the Service Trades Council Union (STCU), which represents more than 45,000 Walt Disney World Cast Members has been in contract negotiations with Disney, over benefits and wage increases. Last week 96% of these unionized workers rejected Disney’s proposal to raise wages by $1 a year until they reach $20 an hour. Cast Members have instead hoped for an immediate $3 raise to $18 an hour, with a plan to then raise wages to $20 per hour.

Duran Duran has announced a 26-date North American arena tour for 2023, with both Bastille and Nile Rodgers & Chic joining them as special guests across the entire run. Produced by Live Nation, The Future Past Tour begins on May 28 in San Jose, CA and will make stops across the country including Seattle, Portland, Salt Lake City, Austin, New Orleans, Dallas, Nashville, Atlanta, and Tampa. The Future Past Tour stops at Tampa’s AMALIE Arena on Saturday, June 17 at 7 pm. The Future Past Tour Artist Presale starts February 13 at 10 am local time, offering VIP members a chance to spoil their loved ones or friends with an unforgettable night of music. Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets beginning Monday, February 1 at 2 pm local time until Wednesday, February 15 at 10 pm local time through the Citi Entertainment program. Additional pre-sales will be added on February 14th and will end on Wednesday, February 15 at 10 pm local time. Tickets go on-sale to the general-public starting Thursday, February 16th at 10 am local time via Ticketmaster. Speaking about the upcoming dates, Simon Le Bon reveals, “It’s remarkable to me that as a band, we are still hitting new milestones and introducing the sound of DD to new generations of music lovers. We are truly grateful that we get to do what we do on a daily basis, and that we still love our job as much as we did when we started out some four decades ago." 2022 served as something of a landmark year for Duran Duran, having just been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, a career peak that followed a summer live season of epic proportions – headlining London’s Hyde Park in front of 60,000 people, performing at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace and closing the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in their home town of Birmingham, not to mention a headline tour across North America which included sold out shows at New York City’s Madison Square Garden and three nights at the Hollywood Bowl. The cinematic release of their new docu-concert film, A Hollywood High followed, before the band capped off the year with a spectacular performance in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, counting fans down into 2023 in front of a live audience of over one million people on the streets of Manhattan. All this after the huge success of new studio album Future Past, hailed as Duran Duran at their best by critics and fans alike, four decades into their rich and storied career. A deluxe edition called Future Past (Complete Edition) is out now via BMG. The red and green 2 LP set includes all 15 tracks from the original album plus Duran Duran’s cover of David Bowie’s “Five Years.” The gatefold package features a new silver/grey version of the cover art and also includes two 12″ x 12″ art booklets.

Give Kids The World have announced that they will be hosting a special two day charity event featuring Disney Legend, and Iconic Imagineer Tony Baxter. The two day event, Give Kids the World Presents Tony Baxter, will be held on Friday, April 7 at 7 pm, and Saturday, April 8 at 2 pm, at The Hoppening Place at Give Kids The World Village in Kissimmee. All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Give Kids The World Village to make magical dreams come true for critically ill children and their families. Friday's event is all about Big Thunder Mountain Railroad as Tony discusses the project from the initial blue sky concepts to the opening of the attraction, while Saturday is all things EPCOT, as Tony delves into the creation of Journey Into Imagination and other EPCOT stories. Tony Baxter is the former senior vice president of creative development at Walt Disney Imagineering, where he was responsible for creating designs and carrying out the construction of attractions all over the world. During his 47-year tenure with the company, Tony oversaw the construction of numerous contemporary Disney theme park attractions including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Star Tours, Splash Mountain, The Indiana Jones Adventure and Journey Into Imagination. He also served as the executive producer of Disneyland Paris. Tickets are available online now from $34.99 per day. A special VIP experience is also available from $149.99, this exclusive experience includes hors d’oeuvres, an opportunity to ask Tony questions, and photo ops. You will also receive an autographed photo of Tony. Following the VIP experience, you will be escorted to reserved seating in the front for 'Give Kids The World Presents: Tony Baxter.’ Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Give Kids The World Village to make magical dreams come true for critically ill children and their families. All ticket sale proceeds benefit Give Kids The World.