February 1, 2022 - On the Go in MCO

Celebrate Soulfully at Disney Springs

This month Disney Springs invites you to Celebrate Soulfully and ignite your senses as you immerse yourself in culturally inspired dining for brunch and happy hour, spirited music performed by Motown in Motion, House of Blues folk art, and more!

Music and Ambience

The 7 musicians who make up the band Motown and More Smooth Sounds joins the Disney Springs lineup for an evening of classic blues and rock tunes.

A man playing a saxophone Jazzin’ It UpSwing on by for some jazz and good vibrations.

The members of Wassalou, an Afropop band, pose for a photo in Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park Music of Africa will get your feet moving to African dance music, covers to African favorites, and original songs

Nathi, from the Afropop band Wassalou, sits in a chair with a guitar ReggaeTune into the soulful Reggae-inspired tunes of Jamaican musicians.

Cooking Soulfully

After you’ve worked up an appetite from all that excitement, keep an eye out for featured menu items spotlighting soul food dishes and the talented chefs who create them.

Your taste buds deserve flavors to savor, so gather your loved ones for brunch at Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’, STK Orlando and others. Plus, enjoy happy hour at destinations like House of Blues Restaurant & Bar, Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar and more!

An aluminum can saying Coffee Bayou next to a cup of gelato Indulge in Limited-Time Offerings at Vivoli il Gelato.

A burger with 2 patties served on a wood slab D-Luxe BurgerSpicy Caribbean Jerk Burger

Several chocolate covered pralines, including one decorated with the words Half Note Jazz Club The GanacherySoulfully Sweet Pralines

Deviled eggs topped with fried chicken on one plate and sweet potato pastries on another Jock Lindsey’s Hangar BarLimited-Time Offerings

Chicken and fried plantains on a square plate Polite PigFried Plantains and Chicken with Pikliz

Shop with Intent

Be inspired and be you with a curated collection of Disney merchandise featuring some of your favorite films and Disney characters including Princess Tiana, Joe Gardner from Soul, Black Panther, and more.

World of Disney – Find your spark with character-inspired clothing, accessories, toys and more.
Super Hero Headquarters – Immerse yourself in the heroic world of Wakanda’s Warrior King with apparel and accessories fit for the on-the-go hero.

You can also find great offerings across Disney Springs that support Black-owned business or have promotions especially for Black History Month.

A tube of lipstick, an eyeshadow palate and other make up arranged on a table Sephora Supports Black-Owned Businesses

A pop up card that shows 6 smiling people holding a sign that says ‘We Are Black History’ Lovepop We Are Black History Playpop Card by Anthony Conley

The back of a tee shirt that says Liberation Worldwide, Black Culture, Black Pride and All Love to the People UNDER ARMOUR BRAND HOUSE is where you can shop the Black History Month CollectionJanuary 28 through March 11, 2022

Water runs down glass and a man wears a hat near the Chapel Hats logo Chapel Hats

The Little People, Big Dreams book by Maya Angelou on a table next to a mug, a record and another book SugarBoo

Four Bowes Signature Candles on a tabletop Bowes Candles is offering $5 Off Candle-Making Class through February 28, 2022

Art and Soulfully

During Black History Month, Disney Springs has so many experiences that will ignite your senses as you explore art and have a whole lot of fun!

Marlon West sitting on chair near a piece of Frozen 2 background art Art of Disney Animator Spotlight

A girl poses with a microphone with an backdrop featuring characters from the Disney and Pixar film, Soul Disney PhotoPass Studio A Soulful Souvenir

Tim Adebule smiles for the camera Artist Showcase – Timothy Adebule “Bushman #1”

Members of the Proud family taking a picture with a cell phone Snap a picture with Disney Springs’ newest mural featuring artwork created by Bruce Smith, executive producer and creator of the new Disney+ series, Proud Family – Louder and Prouder.

A piece of folklore featuring a large group of musicians playing instruments House of BluesFolk Art & Visual Blues

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The Silver Spurs Rodeo Celebrates 80 years

The Silver Spurs Riding Club will be hosting the 148^th Silver Spurs Rodeo on February 18 – 20, 2022, at Osceola Heritage Park!

Monster Bulls will be hosted by the Silver Spurs Riding Club on Saturday, February 12th. They’re fierce. They’re feisty. They’re bred to buck! Monster Bulls is a one-night-only event featuring the biggest and baddest Silver Spurs bulls as they go head-to-head with local cowboys hoping for a big payout

For the first time in history, fans can now experience all Silver Spurs Rodeo events with an annual pass!

Fans don’t have to miss a single buck while saving their bucks, with a savings of $45 in admission per person! Annual passes are available for purchase online at www.SilverSpursRodeo.com.

During the performances, rodeo fans will watch contestants from all over the nation compete in rodeo’s seven traditional events: bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, women’s barrel racing, steer wrestling, and team roping for an entire year of bragging rights and $55,000 in cash. Plus, rodeo fans will be entertained by our rodeo clown and talented Silver Spurs Quadrille team, who perform a square dance on horseback, something the club has performed since its inception 80 years ago.

“We are excited to kick off our rodeo season with extreme bull riding at Monster Bulls and the 148^th Silver Spurs Rodeo with seven traditional rodeo events we have shared with our fans for 80 years,” said Dustin Bronson, 2021-22 Big Boss of the Silver Spurs Riding Club. “We are thrilled this year to bring an excellent value to our rodeo fans by offering an annual pass, so they can come out and experience great rodeo action at an excellent value all year long for the entire family.”

Silver Spurs Rodeo Full Schedule

Friday, February 12, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.

Monster Bulls, extreme bull riding at the Silver Spurs Arena
$20, children 10 years and under are free w/paying adult

Friday, February 18, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.

Silver Spurs Rodeo at the Silver Spurs Arena

Rodeo Day, all Osceola County School District student receive free admission
$25, children 10 years and under are free w/paying adult

Saturday, February 19, 2022, at 11:00 a.m.

Silver Spurs Rodeo Parade at 11:00 a.m. in downtown St. Cloud
Free, celebrates heritage and tradition of rodeo in Osceola County

Saturday, February 19, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.

Silver Spurs Rodeo at the Silver Spurs Arena
$25, children 10 years and under are free w/paying adult

Sunday, February 20, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.

Silver Spurs Rodeo at the Silver Spurs Arena
$20, children 10 years and under are free w/paying adult

To minimize touch points and guarantee seating, the Silver Spurs Club encourages fans to buy tickets in advance online, as limited tickets will be available at the box office. All rodeo tickets include free admission to the Osceola County Fair.

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February 2022 Mardi Gras Concert Lineup

Universal Orlando Resort Universal's Mardi Gras 2022

Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras is back February 5 through April 24, and included in the return of the Good Times that fill the park are the much anticipated star-studded live concerts on select nights!

All concerts are included with your theme park admissions and take place at the Music Plaza stage – an electrifying outdoor venue inspired by the iconic Hollywood Bowl, set against the backdrop of the towering Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster.

February Mardi Gras Concert Lineup

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Sugar Ray: Saturday, February 5, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

With over 10 million records sold and four top 10 songs, Sugar Ray’s top-selling singles include the hits “Fly,” “Someday” and “Every Morning.”

Diana Ross:Saturday, February 12, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

14 Top ten albums. 18 #1 Songs. From The Supremes to her landmark solo career, Diana Ross is one of the most successful recording artists of all time.

Barenaked Ladies: Saturday, February 19, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

Barenaked Ladies has sold over 15 million records with hits like “If I Had $1,000,000,” “One Week” and ““Pinch Me.”

Styx: Saturday, February 20, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

Styx’s hits include “Renegade,” “Mr. Roboto,” “Fooling Yourself,” “Too Much Time on My Hands” and “Blue Collar Man.”

Jon Pardi: Saturday, February 26, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

Jon Pardi features classic Nashville melodies and authentic country instrumentation on songs like “Heartache Medication,” “Head Over Boots” and “Ain’t Always the Cowboy.”

Which concert are you excited to attend this month???

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