May 2022 - On the Go in MCO

Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue Tips

If you are heading to EPCOT to experience “an intergalactic chase through space and time,” you will first need to prepare to take on the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue!

This is a mission that you should not be afraid to take on, BUT you will want to be prepared!

Know Before You Go – Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue

To join the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue, you will need to make sure that you have downloaded and logged into the My Disney Experience App
Starting at 7 a.m. on the day of your Park reservation, Guests with a valid ticket or pass and a Disney Park Pass Reservation for EPCOT will be able to check for an available boarding group and request access to the virtual queue.
- This can be done before you leave your Resort hotel or on your way to the Park.
Another opportunity to enter the virtual queue will be released at 1 p.m. for anyone who wasn’t able to join a boarding group earlier in the day.
- Keep in mind that you must be inside EPCOT to access this second virtual queue opportunity.
- Access to a boarding group is subject to availability and not guaranteed.
An additional opportunity to request to join the virtual queue will be available at 6:00 PM on select dates during extended evening theme park hours, a benefit for registered Guests staying at a Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort, or other select hotels.
- Guests with this benefit do not need to be in EPCOT to request to join at that time.
- These Guests will need valid admission and a theme park reservation for the same park on the same day to experience extended evening hours—or, they may experience extended evening hours if they have a ticket or Annual Pass with the Park Hopper option and first enter the park for which they made their reservation.
In order to give as many Guests as possible the opportunity to save the galaxy, each Guest can enter the virtual queue no more than once per day during regular Park hours.
The virtual queue is only accessible via the My Disney Experience app. Additional information, including tips for getting into the virtual queue, are available here. Guests who need additional help joining the virtual queue for the 1 p.m. enrollment time should seek out a Guest Relations or Guest Experience Team Cast Member.
Using the Disability Access Service (DAS)? To utilize your DAS, you will still need to have a spot in the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Virtual Queue.
Please note that joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to experience Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.

How to Join the Virtual Queue

Step 1 – Check Availability Log in to the My Disney Experience app at one of the distribution times. Select “Virtual Queues” on the home screen to view the current status and next steps for joining a virtual queue. The app will indicate when there is no availability for a specific distribution time or if a backup group is available.
Step 2 – Enroll Your Group: As long as your Disney account is linked to your group’s park tickets, and everyone has valid admission and park reservations for the park you will visit, you can enroll everyone in the virtual queue at the same time (subject to availability).
Step 3 – Enjoy the Experience: If your boarding group is called to return, you’ll receive a notification via the My Disney Experience app. Then, head over to the entrance of the experience within your designated return window.

Some additional Virtual Queue Notes:

Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to participate in the experience.
In order to give as many Guests as possible the opportunity to join the queue, each Guest can enter the virtual queue for a given experience no more than once per day, subject to availability.
Boarding groups for a virtual queue are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed. Not all boarding groups may be called to return based on the availability of the experience.
Guests may not hold a boarding group for more than one experience at the same time. If more than one experience is using a virtual queue, guests will need to enter those virtual queues one at a time.
Guests visiting from another theme park using an Annual Pass or the Park Hopper option may not be able to join the virtual queue in a park where they do not have a Disney Park Pass reservation.
In order to request access to a virtual queue during Park Hopper hours, a Guest must be inside the theme park where the virtual queue will be used.

I KNOW that all of these bullets look daunting, but you’ve got this! It’s Save the Universe Time!!!!

An AWE-Summer at LEGOLAND Florida

LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park is gearing up for the most awesome summer ever with the return of Awe-Summer with more fun than EVER.

This year ten weeks of family fun-packed activities, exclusive character meet and greets tasty new treats, and special weekend events including the return of LEGO Friends Weekends and festive Fourth of July LEGO fireworks!

The celebration runs all summer, June 4 through August 7, and is all included with regular park admission!

AWE-Summer at LEGOLAND Florida

LEGO FRIENDS WEEKENDS

Every Saturday and Sunday throughout June, families can join Stephanie, Olivia, Andrea, Emma, and Mia as they “crack the code” to help save Heartlake City from their evil rivals, Dr. Alvah and Carter! In addition to meeting the “Fab Five”, families can savor sweet specialty treats and fan-favorite activities, such as:

Build a LEGO robot with Olivia in Robots to the Rescue
Become an all-star performer with Andrea in Top the Charts
Join Stephanie in her active movement class in Stephanie’s Step-A-Thon
Create coloring masterpieces in Emma’s Art Cat-astrophe
Hunt for clues to find hidden treasure by completing the Explorer’s Quest with Mia

Red White and BOOM LEGOLAND Florida Awe-Summer at LEGOLAND Florida — PHOTO / LEGOLAND Florida, Merlin Entertainments Group, Edward Linsmier

SPECIAL NEW CELEBRATIONS!

NEW! The LEGOGroup Celebrates 90 Years! — Stay tuned as LEGOLAND and The LEGO Group reveal more details on how we’ll be celebrating 90 Years!
Red, White, and Boom! — A BRAND-NEW! fireworks show, “Touch the Sky”, will illuminate the skies over Lake Eloise on July 2, 3, and 4 for Independence Day weekend. Complimentary fireworks glasses will transform the cascading fireworks into bursting LEGO bricks. In addition to the big show, families can also help build an American flag with hundreds of LEGO bricks throughout the weekend.
NEW! LEGO CITY Space Day — On July 9, LEGO CITY will undergo a cosmic take-over celebrating the final frontier and space exploration! During this one-day-only event, families can enjoy galactic giveaways, LEGO build stations, and help build a giant working LEGO telescope!

FAN-FAVORITE ENTERTAINMENT ALL SUMMER LONG!

Time to Learn! — Join the Florida Prepaid Schoolhouse teachers for enjoyable “edutainment” including catchy scientific songs and the excitement of reading and writing in a show that is perfect for the smallest guests ages two to six.
School of Spinjitzu — Hone your ninja skills to kick, chop, and balance as the School of Spintjiztu ninja training academy extends into the summer on LEGO CITY Stage.

All these incredible Awe-Summer activities and more are included with LEGOLAND Theme Park general admission and select Annual Passes.

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On the Go in the Parks: May 20-22, 2022

You might want to pack your umbrellas to be On the Go in the Parks, May 20-22, 2022, as the afternoon spring showers have returned!

On the Go in the Parks: May 20-22, 2022

Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s fan-favorite Latin festival is back as Viva La Música takes over the park during two unforgettable weekends, May 14-15 and May 22-23.

Park visitors can enjoy this festival’s sights, sounds, and flavors, including red-hot local entertainment featuring salsa, bachata, reggaetón, and more. Discover authentic cuisine inspired by the colorful flavors of the Caribbean, Spain, and Central & South America. Celebrate Latin tradition with chef-curated dishes such as Seafood Paella, Mojo Roasted Pork, Empanadas, and Mojitos.

Viva La Música is highlighted by a series of sensational live concerts that will have you dancing out of your seat. The party will not stop once these award-winning musicians take the stage.

In addition, guests can experience local Latin performances and family-friendly cultural activities throughout the park. The headline concert lineup includes:

May 21, Poncho Sanchez (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)
May 22, Proyecto Uno (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is blooming with fresh cuisine, beautiful gardens, whimsical topiaries of familiar characters, and flourishing entertainment daily through July 4, 2022.

The Garden Rocks Concert Series takes place at the American Gardens Theatre at 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, 8:00 pm. This weekend’s performers are:

May 20 & 21 – Tony Orlando
May 22 – Collin Raye – NEW!

As a reminder, to enjoy the 2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival parkgoers must have both valid theme park admission and a park pass reservation.

Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

This is the final weekend to experience Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Food & Wine Festival!

This is Tampa’s premier spring festival, included with theme park admission, and is back with more than 20 NEW delicious dishes to pair with curated beverages and a diverse concert lineup.

This weekend you can also enjoy concerts, included with your theme park admission.

Updated Safety Information

Please take note that mask requirements have changed at the Walt Disney World Resort and the Universal Orlando Resort!

Face coverings are optional for fully vaccinated Guests in both outdoor and indoor locations. Guests who are not fully vaccinated are expected to continue to wear face coverings in all indoor locations, including queues, indoor attractions, and theaters.

At Walt Disney World, face coverings are still required by all Guests (ages 2 and up) on enclosed Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and Disney Skyliner.

Florida Resident Savings On the Go in the Parks

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Walt Disney World

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Universal Orlando Resort

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Savings are not available at Universal Orlando theme park’s front gates.
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Savings cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, or prior purchases, and do not apply to promotional or combo ticket products. Additional restrictions may apply.

SeaWorld Orlando

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Discovery Cove

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Electric Ocean Returns to SeaWorld Orlando in 2022

Electric Ocean, SeaWorld’s electrifying summer event featuring both daytime and nighttime entertainment, eats and fun for guests of all ages, returns this summer bigger and better than ever before.

After a day of exploring the park, guests can continue their visit after dark and dive into incredible environments of light and music while experiencing fan-favorite SeaWorld attractions as they have never seen them.

Join playful sea creatures and lively party hosts for family-friendly dance parties all around the park.

See incredible live performances by popular musical artists and meet some incredibly special animal ambassadors.

There’s extra fun for the kids who will be able to participate in special “beach cleanups” that will turn trash into a beautiful mural.

End the night with show-stopping fireworks spectacular guests will be able to see from all around the park.

Electric Ocean Highlights

SeaWorld Orlando Electric Ocean 2021 On the Go in the Parks

Electrifying Entertainment

All New! Ignite 360 – A new way to see the festival’s signature display of fireworks from all around the park with an all-new fireworks show, which features more lights, more lasers, more fountains, and more fireworks than ever before!
All New! Rescue Tails: Night Vision– A nocturnal version of our “Rescue Tails” presentations where guests meet incredible rescued animals and learn about their unique stories.
Back by Popular Demand! Rescue Tails—An educational presentation that teaches guests about SeaWorld’s commitment to animal care and rescue. They will meet many incredible rescued animals, such as birds of prey, primates, and reptiles, and learn about their unique stories.

Returning this Year! Elmo Rocks—Join Elmo and his friends at Nautilus Theater to save the day by forming their own rock ‘n’ roll band after their favorite band cancels its concert appearance!
Club Sea Glow—The party amps up after dark at Bayside Stadium, where a DJ will be mixing dance music all evening leading up to the start of our fireworks finale. Enjoy plenty of space to spread out and dance while enjoying the entertainment. That includes dancers and high-energy atmospheric acts to get the party going.
Club Electric Current—Kicking off Electric Ocean’s nighttime fun, the Waterfront transforms early into a party beneath the waves. Our host, dancers, and stilt walkers get the excitement started with a dance party fit for all ages.

Viva La Musica SeaWorld Orlando 2021 6 Empanadas

All New! Energizing Eats Throughout the Festival

Guests can sip and savor special summer flavors throughout SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean with more mouthwatering bites than ever before. They will taste savory summer classics alongside limited-time offerings or quench their thirst with international and craft brews or one of the park’s signature refreshing coaster cocktails:

All New! Saturdays only for an additional cost: Lakeside Grill Happy Hour from 9:00 – 10:00 P.M. offers unique food and drink samples.

Throughout the park, themed food and beverage offerings included extra-large beef and chicken skewers, roller coaster-themed cocktails, and Banana Foster, Dulce de Leche, and Nutella beignets.

Summer Inspired Seasonal Dishes at Sharks Underwater Grill & Bar like whiskey-glazed pork loin and fried calamari.

Upgrade! For an added charge, guests can reserve a space on our Sky Tower ride and enjoy a private view of our fireworks show while they enjoy Champagne and chocolate.

Best Way to Play—Memorial Day Sale

One of the best ways for guests to experience Electric Ocean is with the SeaWorld Orlando Memorial Day Sale with up to 50% off tickets, Fun Cards, and Annual Passes!

With a SeaWorld Orlando 2022 Fun Card, guests get park admission for one low price through December 31, 2022.

For even more unbeatable benefits, guests can purchase a SeaWorld Orlando Annual Pass and enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise and more! Visit SeaWorldOrlando.com to purchase.

Summer Celebration Debuts at Busch Gardens

Summer Celebration Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2022

An all-new Summer Celebration, included with theme park admission, will debut at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this Memorial Day Weekend!

The park will feature a variety of entertainment throughout the day, including the return of “Cirque Electric”, and “Gwazi Beats”, a new atmospheric show combining drums, dancers, and stilt-walkers in a pulse-pounding display of music and dance. Plus, the award-winning “Turn It Up!” will resume daily operations in the Moroccan Palace Theater.

To celebrate the summer season, guests 21+ can enjoy a complimentary beer sample daily at Pantopia Drinks & Snacks from May 31 to August 7.

For those craving something sweet to beat the heat, the Moroccan Delights ice cream parlor will reopen with a refreshed look and mouth-watering treats like handcrafted thrill shakes, ice cream floats, specialty sundaes, and more.

After nightfall, the park glows with unique theming, entertainers, and the thrill of conquering coasters in the dark like the all-new Iron Gwazi.

Guests can dance to DJ beats throughout the park, including a newly themed block party plaza presented by Coca-Cola.

For an epic finale to a thrilling day of adventure, guests will be drawn to the vibrant energy radiating from a unique new production on the Festival Field.

As the most stunning show ever to light the park’s sky, “Summer Celebration Fireworks Spectacular” will feature an explosive array of colors and exciting effects from dazzling lasers to mesmerizing fountains and pyrotechnics. This all-new production is offered every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night at 9:15 pm from May 27 to August 7, including extra presentations on May 30 for Memorial Day and July 4 for Independence Day.

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Guardians of the Galaxy – Cosmic Rewind

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, in EPCOT’s newly renamed World Discovery neighborhood, is a family-thrill attraction that will launch riders into an intergalactic chase rocking through time and space on May 27, 2022.

I’ve put together everything you Need to Know Before You Go…with some spoilers…so beware!

Know Before You Go: Guardians of the Galaxy – Cosmic Rewind

The First ‘Other-World’ Showcase Pavilion

In 1987 the Quill Family visited EPCOT, and Star-Lord loved the experience so much that he suggested the Disney park as the perfect place for Xandarians to connect with Terrans.

The Wonders of Xandar pavilion features three main sections.

The Galaxarium is a sweeping planetarium-style space showcasing planets, stars, and other intergalactic wonders that connect Terra and Xandar – reinforcing the notion that we’re all born of the same space dust. The Xandarian supercomputer, Worldmind, provides narration in the Galaxarium and gives context to the stunning visuals.

The Xandar Gallery invites guests to learn more about the Xandarian people, culture, and history – including the heroes of Xandar – through specially crafted displays, including models of starships and a Xandarian city. The gallery also features excerpts from “Good Morning Xandar,” where a host interviews the Guardians of the Galaxy about their heroic deeds.

The pavilion tour concludes in the Phase Chamber, where guests instantly teleport from EPCOT to a Nova Corps Starcharter cruiser orbiting Earth. Here they learn about the Cosmic Generator, a piece of Xandarian technology that creates jump points – artificial tunnels in space allowing for rapid travel across vast distances.

And this is when things go wrong…

New Twists and Thrills

To help save visitors of the Wonders of Xandar Pavilion, the Guardians arrive on the scene with a plan to track down Eson, the attraction’s Celestial nemesis, by taking them on an intergalactic chase to save the galaxy.

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind offers several “firsts,” including:

• The first coaster attraction at EPCOT.

• The first reverse launch for a Disney coaster.

• The first Disney Omnicoaster, where vehicles make controlled rotations, always keeping guests focused on the action.

• The first Walt Disney World attraction to feature the Guardians of the Galaxy.

A Rocking Soundtrack

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Like the “Guardians of the Galaxy” films, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind weaves classic pop music – or “poet sorcery,” as Gamora would say – into the fabric of its experience.

Disney Imagineers tested more than 100 potential songs for the attraction before creating the soundtrack that includes:

“September”
“Disco Inferno”
“Conga”
“Everybody Wants to Rule the World”
“I Ran”
“One Way or Another”

The soundtrack is exciting because riders won’t know which song they’ll hear each time they ride until they jump into space with the Guardians.

Treasures of Xandar

Guests can hunt for Guardians of the Galaxy-themed fashions, accessories, home décor, collectibles, and toys at the Treasures of Xandar shop, located at the Wonders of Xandar pavilion.

The Xandarians hired The Broker to operate this new merchandise location on Terra.

When the pavilion opens, the Treasures of Xandar will debut several new product lines, including

What if the Guardians were rock stars? Inspired by vintage concert merchandise of the 1980s, the Heroes of Xandar Collection imagines all of the gear and memorabilia fans would collect during the Guardians’ fictional intergalactic tour.
The 1980s nostalgia continues with a bold and colorful line celebrating Peter Quill’s childhood visit to EPCOT. The Guardians of the Galaxy: Through the Eyes of Quill Collection features retro silhouettes and graphic designs evoking decades past.
After helping save the galaxy, guests of all ages are invited to show off their new hero status in style with the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – Honorary Guardians Collection. Honorary Guardians will be distinguished in their rank through the official Honorary Guardian colors of navy and gold paired with the Honorary Guardian emblem, which is proudly displayed on each item in the collection.
The Groot Through the Years Collection celebrates the sentient tree-like creature and his journey to becoming a defender of the galaxy. The collection, which includes toys, home décor, and children’s apparel, illustrates Groot’s evolution from baby to adolescent to adult.

How to Ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmid Rewind — Kent Phillips, photographer

When Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opens, guests must make sure they have the My Disney Experience app to enter the virtual queue as a standby queue will not be available.

Keep in mind that the virtual queues are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed.

In addition to the virtual queue, guests can also purchase an individual Lightning Lane entry when it opens each day.

Lightning Lane entry purchases are limited in availability, are subject to change or closure, may vary by date, and are not guaranteed.

Don’t forget that each guest must also have a Park Pass Reservation to EPCOT to enter the virtual queue or purchase a Lightning Lane.

On the Go in MCO: Family Volunteer Opportunities

Don’t forget that you can catch these great events and more on the Obie & Ashley Unfiltered Podcast!

It is easy to get caught up in being On the Go in MCO, but taking a step back as a family and giving back to our community is a fantastic way to spend time together.

While there are many ways that families can come together to make our City MORE Beautiful, I wanted to share three ways that my family has chosen to be involved in our community!

On the Go in MCO: Family Volunteer Opportunities

On the Go in MCO Family Volunteering Share-A-Meal

Share-a-Meal at the Ronald McDonald House

We never want to think about anything happening to our children, but the three Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida homes in our area are always at the ready to provide a home away from home for families with children receiving treatment at hospitals and medical facilities in Orlando.

One easy and impactful way to help these families is to participate in the Share-a-Meal volunteer opportunity!

Here are the current guidelines for our Share-A-Meal Program:

Each meal provider must purchase and provide all necessary food ingredients and disposable to-go containers or heavy-duty paper plates.
The current meal count is 25 to 30 individuals.
All groups are required to be five individuals or fewer.
The shift time for the program is from 4 pm-6 pm.
All volunteers are required to wear a mask while inside the house at all times and gloves during meal preparation.
After the meal is prepared, meal provider groups are asked to assist the house staff by plating or boxing the meals for our families. Due to House guidelines, buffet/family-style meals cannot be offered.

I once hosted a Share-a-Meal “Taco Tuesday,” and it was awesome! I was able to work with staff members to include fun touches and decorations for the pick-up area.

What may seem like “just a simple meal” can make all the difference in the world for families with seriously ill children.

Second Harvest Food Bank

In 2021, Second Harvest Food Bank relied on more than 39,000 volunteers whose hours totaled 111,420 through a variety of volunteer opportunities to help our neighbors in need.

There are a variety of ways that families can help beyond the typical donations, which are always appreciated!

Volunteer for a Shift

Second Harvest Food Bank has three facilities that are always in need of volunteers to help with picking, daily food sorting, assisting feeding partners with the loading of food, and light warehouse tasks (sweeping, organizing, order pulling, and file sorting).

Volunteers have to be at least ten years old with a chaperone who is 18 years or older in order to help out in the facility, 16 years old without a chaperone, but they do also host a “Family Night” or a “Family Day” for families with children ages 5-9 years old.

Become a Virtual Volunteer

Fight hunger without even changing out of your pajamas! Start a Virtual Food Drive and help provide meals to your neighbors in need.

Brand Ambassadors

Second Harvest Food Bank’s Ambassador Program aims to engage energetic and committed community volunteers in the mission and work of the Food Bank by serving as Hunger Champions in our community.

Are you interested in learning more about Second Harvest Food Bank volunteer opportunities? Sign up here to receive their Volunteer Voice in your inbox each month.

Give Kids the World Village

Rated Four Stars by Charity Navigator, Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides week-long, cost-free wish vacations to critically ill children and their families from around the world who want to visit Central Florida.

A stay at the Village is much more than a vacation. During one transformative week, wish families to laugh, play, and create priceless memories together away from hospital visits and medical procedures. It’s a magical week of “YES” where wish kids can experience the simple joys of childhood and where families can recapture some of the precious moments that may have been missed due to illness.

Since 1986, Give Kids The World Village has welcomed more than 177,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries.

The Village is made possible by the support of generous donors and community partners and thousands of passionate volunteers – who donate their time and talent to making wishes come true.

Volunteering On-Site

Families with children over the age of 10 can apply to complete volunteer shifts at the Give Kids the World Village campus.

During these shifts, families will help with a variety of tasks throughout the Village.

Purchase with a Purpose

Did you know that you can shop for products you love and support Give Kids The World? Could there be an easier way to help support Give Kids the World Village? Nope.

DIS Con 2022

DIS Con 2022 is a one-of-a-kind expo celebrating all facets of the wonderful world of Disney – from Disney, Marvel, and Pixar animation to film, television, theme parks, music, and memorabilia benefitting Give Kids the World Village.

The event will take place on Friday, September 30, and Saturday, October 1, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort (1000 W. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830)

While you may be concerned that volunteering at Give Kids the World Village could be difficult, I can PROMISE that you will remain inspired and devoted to helping this wonderful organization.

Don’t forget you can keep up with us as we are On the Go in MCO and beyond by following @onthegoinmco on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube!

On the Go in the Parks 13-15, 2022

Things are heating up On the Go in the Parks, May 13-15, 2022, with a returning celebration at SeaWorld Orlando and Annual Passholder Previews beginning for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind!

On the Go in the Parks: May 13-15, 2022

Viva La Musica at SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s fan-favorite Latin festival is back as Viva La Música takes over the park during two unforgettable weekends, May 14-15 and May 22-23.

Viva La Música is highlighted by a series of sensational live concerts that will have you dancing out of your seat. The party will not stop once these award-winning musicians take the stage.

In addition, guests can experience local Latin performances and family-friendly cultural activities throughout the park. The headline concert lineup includes:

May 14, Grupo Manía (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)
May 15, El Gran Combo (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is blooming with fresh cuisine, beautiful gardens, whimsical topiaries of familiar characters, and flourishing entertainment daily through July 4, 2022.

The Garden Rocks Concert Series takes place at the American Gardens Theatre at 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, 8:00 pm. This weekend’s performers are:

May 13 & 14 – Ambrosia with Peter Beckett – NEW!
May 15 & 16 -MercyMe

As a reminder, to enjoy the 2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival parkgoers must have both valid theme park admission and a park pass reservation.

Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Food & Wine Festival, Tampa’s premier spring festival included with theme park admission, is back with more than 20 NEW delicious dishes to pair with curated beverages and a diverse concert lineup through May 22.

This weekend you can also enjoy concerts, included with your theme park admission.

Updated Safety Information

Please take note that mask requirements have changed at the Walt Disney World Resort and the Universal Orlando Resort!

At Walt Disney World, face coverings are still required by all Guests (ages 2 and up) on enclosed Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and Disney Skyliner.

Florida Resident Savings On the Go in the Parks

Who doesn’t love saving when you are On the Go in the Parks???

Check out these Florida Resident exclusive ticket deals!

Walt Disney World

Save 40% on a 4-Day Ticket: Florida Residents can experience the magic of the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and save big on tickets!

Universal Orlando Resort

Save Up To $65 On All Multi-Day Tickets When You Buy Tickets Online!

Savings based on the online purchase price difference (before tax) between a Florida Resident and the corresponding non-Florida Resident 2-Park 3-Day Park-to-Park Ticket.
Savings are not available at Universal Orlando theme park’s front gates.
Savings are only available for purchases made at UniversalOrlando.com.
The ticket is valid for purchase and use by Florida residents only.
Proof of Florida residency is required.
Savings cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, or prior purchases, and do not apply to promotional or combo ticket products. Additional restrictions may apply.

SeaWorld Orlando

There are SOOOOO many great SeaWorld Orlando tickets, fun card, and annual pass discounts you are sure to find a deal that fits your needs!!!

Discovery Cove

LIMITED-TIME OFFER: SAVE 20% + COMPLIMENTARY DRINK PACKAGE

Florida Residents, enjoy year-round 20% savings and, for a limited time, receive a complimentary premium drink package (a $40 value) with your booking.

Don’t forget you can keep up with us as we are On the Go in the Parks and beyond by following @onthegoinmco on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube!

149th Silver Spurs Rodeo

The Silver Spurs Riding Club will host their 149th Silver Spurs Rodeo on Friday, June 3 & Saturday, June 4, 2022, at 7:30 pm each night at Osceola Heritage Park.

During the weekend, fans will be treated to seven of the rodeo’s traditional events: bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, women’s barrel racing, steer wrestling, and team roping.

“We are looking forward to this summer’s rodeo, since this is how the Silver Spurs Rodeo and our community kicks off the summer break from school, highlighting our local youth in bull riding, barrel racing, and quadrille,” said Dustin Bronson, Big Boss of the Silver Spurs Riding Club. “This has been a tradition since 1944 in Osceola County, so come out to the Rodeo in June for one of the longest-running traditions east of the Mississippi.”

Plus, breakaway roping will be added to the event schedule for the second year now.

In addition to this great tradition, the June rodeo will present junior barrel racing, junior bull riding, and the junior quadrille (square dancing on horseback).

These events feature our youth who are starting their rodeo careers in the Silver Spurs Arena! Plus, the Silver Spurs Riding Club is bringing back everyone’s favorite event before the performance, ‘mutton bustin’ (also known as sheep racing)!

Tickets are just $20 per adult, and kids ten and under are FREE.

For the June Rodeo only, all active and retired military receive FREE admission when showing proof of military service at the box office.

A portion of the ticket sales from the Friday and Saturday, June Rodeo performances will be donated to a local charity.

For more information, to purchase tickets, and Rodeo Guidelines for a safe rodeo, visit their official website.

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Viva La Música Returns to SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando’s fan-favorite Latin festival is back as Viva La Música takes over the park during two unforgettable weekends, May 14-15 and May 22-23.

Park visitors can enjoy this festival’s sights, sounds, and flavors that include red-hot local entertainment featuring salsa, bachata, reggaetón, and more. Discover authentic cuisine inspired by the colorful flavors of the Caribbean, Spain, and Central & South America. Celebrate Latin tradition with chef-curated dishes such as Seafood Paella, Mojo Roasted Pork, Empanadas, and Mojitos.

Incredible Live Musical Performances

Viva La Música is highlighted by a series of sensational live concerts that will have you dancing out of your seat. The party will not stop once these award-winning musicians take the stage.

In addition, guests can experience local Latin performances and family-friendly cultural activities throughout the park. The headline concert lineup includes:

May 14, Grupo Manía (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)
May 15, El Gran Combo (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)
May 21, Poncho Sanchez (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)
May 22, Proyecto Uno (2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. at Nautilus Theater)

Fiery Flavors All Weekend Long

In addition to amazing live concerts, the festival include eight limited-time Viva La Música food booths where guests can savor authentic, Latin-inspired drinks and dishes, such as:

Bebidas y Bebidas—serving up specialty cocktails like the new mangonada – a sweet Mexican smoothie with the option to be served in a pineapple.
Empanadas Stand—offering fan-favorite empanadas, homemade doughs stuffed with ground beef or chicken and cheese and fried golden brown, or the sweet dulce de leche empanada made with caramel and queso.

Bacalaitos—featuring savory dishes like the crispy fried codfish with mojo aioli, chicken & salsa verde tamales, and tasty churros.
Paella Stand—serving authentic Latin cuisine like paella made with mussels, clams, shrimps, and chorizo on the bed of flavorful saffron rice and stuffed ropa vieja arepas.

Best Way to Play

One of the best ways for guests to experience Viva La Música is with a SeaWorld Orlando 2022 Fun Card, which offers park admission through December 31, 2022, for one low price.

Guests can purchase a SeaWorld Orlando Annual Pass for even more unbeatable benefits and enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits like free parking, free guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise, and more.

Annual Passes as low as $13/month + tax with no down payment at SeaWorldOrlando.com.

Family Sunsets Return to Central Florida Zoo

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ popular all-ages event, Family Sunset at the Zoo, is back, offering everyone a chance to enjoy the community institution in a whole new light.

The event takes place every fourth Friday from May to September. The Zoo reopens at 5 p.m. and comes alive with all sorts of fun until the sun goes down. Family Sunset features music at the Wharton-Smith Tropical Splash Ground, inflatable games, and some of your favorite animals along the shaded boardwalks.

Dates for Family Sunset are as follows:

May 27 – 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
June 24 – 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
July 22 – 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
August 26 – 5p.m. – 8 p.m.
September 23 – 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

The last admission is at 7:30 p.m. for each event. Tickets are $6 per person when purchased online and $8 per person when purchased on-site. The event is separate from daytime admission and is not included for Annual Passholders.

Guests can also bundle and save with the Family 4-Pack for $40, which includes four tickets, four hot dogs, and four regular fountain drinks to fuel the whole family for fun.

Guests can purchase tickets here.

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On the Go in the Parks: May 6-8, 2022

If you are On the Go in the Parks, May 6-8, 2022, you are going to enjoy a beautiful weekend of springtime fun!

On the Go in the Parks: May 6-8, 2022

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is blooming with fresh cuisine, beautiful gardens, whimsical topiaries of familiar characters, and flourishing entertainment daily through July 4, 2022.

The Garden Rocks Concert Series takes place at the American Gardens Theatre at 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, 8:00 pm. This weekend’s performers are:

May 6 & 7 – Blood, Sweat & Tears
May 8 & 9 – The Commodores – NEW!

As a reminder, to enjoy the 2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival parkgoers must have both valid theme park admission and a park pass reservation.

Seven Seas Food Festival

This is the last weekend that SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating food from around the world with their annual Seven Seas Food Festival that’s packed with more flavor than ever.

This year at Orlando’s largest theme park food festival, foodies and families alike can enjoy over 200 chef-and mixologist-curated tastes inspired by cultures from across the Seven Seas.

In addition to tastes from around the world, you can catch these concerts at Bayside Stadium, included with your theme park admission:

Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022

This weekend you can also enjoy concerts, included with your theme park admission.

Updated Safety Information

Please take note that mask requirements have changed at the Walt Disney World Resort and the Universal Orlando Resort!

At Walt Disney World, face coverings are still required by all Guests (ages 2 and up) on enclosed Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails, and Disney Skyliner.

Florida Resident Savings On the Go in the Parks

Who doesn’t love saving when you are On the Go in the Parks???

Check out these Florida Resident exclusive ticket deals!

Walt Disney World

Save 40% on a 4-Day Ticket: Florida Residents can experience the magic of the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks and save big on tickets!

Universal Orlando Resort

Save Up To $65 On All Multi-Day Tickets When You Buy Tickets Online!

Savings based on the online purchase price difference (before tax) between a Florida Resident and the corresponding non-Florida Resident 2-Park 3-Day Park-to-Park Ticket.
Savings are not available at Universal Orlando theme park’s front gates.
Savings are only available for purchases made at UniversalOrlando.com.
The ticket is valid for purchase and use by Florida residents only.
Proof of Florida residency is required.
Savings cannot be combined with other offers, discounts, or prior purchases, and do not apply to promotional or combo ticket products. Additional restrictions may apply.

SeaWorld Orlando

There are SOOOOO many great SeaWorld Orlando tickets, fun card, and annual pass discounts you are sure to find a deal that fits your needs!!!

Discovery Cove

LIMITED-TIME OFFER: SAVE 20% + COMPLIMENTARY DRINK PACKAGE

Florida Residents, enjoy year-round 20% savings and, for a limited time, receive a complimentary premium drink package (a $40 value) with your booking.

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Disney Twenty-Three Summer 2022 Issue

Shining, shimmering, splendid. Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is all that and more, and the new issue of Disney twenty-three provides every detail adventurers need to know before hitting the high seas on their way to a whole new world of experiences. From the delicious cuisine to the dazzling entertainment, readers will enjoy spectacular photographs and artwork (including the publication’s exclusive cover) while hearing from the Walt Disney Imagineers and creatives who crafted this work of art on water.

Plus, the biggest stars in the Disney galaxy sat down to discuss a swath of incredible new projects. Ewan McGregor talks about reprising his role as the title character in the new Lucasfilm limited series for Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi and reveals what drew him back to the lightsaber.

Chris Evans takes us to infinity and beyond in Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear, in which the former Captain America voices Buzz Lightyear in the epic film that “inspired” the beloved Buzz action figure we know and love from the ToyStory franchise.

Later this summer, Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder promises to electrify audiences, and Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Taika Waititi, and Tessa Thompson give us an early insiders’ look at what promises to be an unbelievable adventure.

And since it’s starting to heat up, get ready for summer with High School Musical: The Musical: The Series season three, which sees the Wildcats experience the fun and drama of theater camp with new characters and a new production—Frozen: The Musical.

The new issue, available exclusively to Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, also features a chat with Disney Legend Dick Nunis, discussing his 40-plus-year career at Disney, including working closely with Walt Disney himself.

Also, in the Summer 2022 issue of Disney twenty-three:

Ms. Marvel gives Disney+ a spectacular, groundbreaking new Super Hero
The hilarious John Mulaney on voicing Chip in Chip ’n Dale: Rescue Rangers
Details on Storyliving by Disney—the unique, new residential communities
The scoop on Walt Disney Animation Studios’ irresistible Baymax series, coming to Disney+ this summer
Unbelievably intricate sand artwork was created at Walt Disney World Resort
50 years of bulbs and brilliance with the Main Street Electrical Parade, which returned to Disneyland this spring
Regular features include By the Numbers, Character Analysis, and Ask the Walt Disney Archives

Disney twenty-three is delivered directly to fans’ doorsteps and is offered exclusively to D23 Gold Members as a benefit of their membership. The latest issue will begin arriving before the end of May.

About D23
The name “D23” pays homage to the exciting journey that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his first studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official club for fans in Disney’s nearly 100-year history. It gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic year-round through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at D23.com, with members-only content; member-exclusive offers and discounts; and special experiences for D23 Members throughout the year.

Fans can join D23 at Gold Membership ($99.99), Gold Duo Membership ($129.99), and General Membership (complimentary) levels at D23.com.

On the Go in MCO: Mother’s Day

Don’t forget that you can catch these great events and more on the Obie & Ashley Unfiltered Podcast!

Celebrate Mother’s Day 2022 On the Go in MCO with fun outings for the special women in your life!

On the Go in MCO: Mother’s Day 2022

For the Foodie Mom

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Morimoto Asia, as the Disney Springs restaurant hosts its Luau, featuring all the excitement, delicious foods, and festivities of a traditional Hawaiian party.

Guests will find themselves immersed in Asian-Pacific culture, experiencing a Hawaiian-inspired buffet, featuring a poke and sushi bar, a hotline to include Kahuku Food Truck’s Famous Garlic Shrimp, Morimoto Style Peking Duck, and a whole Kalua roasted pig, in addition to an assortment of desserts, such as pineapple upside-down cake and butter mochi.

A variety of specially curated Hawaiian-inspired cocktails will also be available for an upcharge. While guests enjoy their lunch, they will experience a series of captivating performances by a live band, Hula dancers, and a strolling Ukulele player — all prepared to serenade mothers on this special occasion.

Museum of Illusions Orlando ICON Park — Photo: Museum of Illusions Orlando

For the Instagram Mom

If your Mom is like my Mom, one of her most prized possessions are photos of our family…and the ‘fun’ photos are the best!

The Museum of Illusions Orlando at ICON Park immerses you in the fascinating world of illusions with fun photo opportunities and educational exhibits.

This is the perfect way to spend your afternoon!

For the Fun Mom

I’ve talked about Southern Hill Farms before, but they have a bushel of fun events for the entire family this Mother’s Day!

Mother’s Day weekend kicks off on Saturday, May 7th, with live music by the one and only Jeff Whitfield from 11 am to 3 pm, event food trucks, and Kids Zone fun.

Then on Sunday, May 8th, Mom can unwind with Yoga on the Farm from 7 – 8 am, tickets are required and can be found at http://ow.ly/thr750IY3A6.

There will also be live music from Are Friends Electric from 10 am to 3 pm, seven food trucks, beer, wine, and Kids Zone fun.

Right now blueberries, peaches, vegetables, Sunflowers, and Zinnias are available to pick on the one hundred twenty acre farm.

Mothers will also receive one pound of complimentary u-pick blueberries on Saturday and Sunday only (5/7 + 5/8). Just make sure to mention the discount at check-out to receive the free pound, a minimum of two u-pick pounds are required to redeem this offer.

For the Theme Park Mom

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is blooming with fresh cuisine, beautiful gardens, whimsical topiaries of familiar characters, and flourishing entertainment daily through July 4, 2022.

The Garden Rocks Concert Series takes place at the American Gardens Theatre at 5:30 pm, 6:45 pm, and 8:00 pm. This weekend’s performers are:

May 6 & 7 – Blood, Sweat & Tears
May 8 – The Commodores – NEW to Garden Rocks!

As a reminder, to enjoy the 2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival parkgoers must have both valid theme park admission and a park pass reservation.

Don’t forget you can keep up with us as we are On the Go in MCO and beyond by following @onthegoinmco on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube!

Plant Street Market Celebrates 7 Years

On May 11^th, Crooked Can Brewing Company, Plant Street Market, and its vendors will celebrate 7 years of business with specials throughout the Market.

All are available at the special celebratory price of $7.00. Crooked Can will also feature an “open house” where you can look through the production brewery, speak to the owners, and brewers and receive complimentary tours of Florida’s highest volume taproom brewery.

“We are excited to celebrate with the people who continue to make us such a success, our loyal patrons and fans,” says Andy Sheeter, founding member of Crooked Can Brewing & Plant Street Market. “We wanted to open our doors, offer some great deals and thank everyone who supports us so wonderfully.”

Plant Street Market opened in May 2015. It is a local community market located in historic downtown Winter Garden, with 20 vendors featuring natural, organic food and handmade products all under one roof.

Plant St. Market is a local indoor artisan market. Open 7 days a week, and strives to create a community of quality and diverse farm-fresh products, artisan specialties, and local products.

Also, attached to the market is the multi Award Winning Crooked Can Brewing Company, for on-site hand-crafted beer. Recently named Florida’s Best Large Craft Brewery at the Florida Best Beer Championships. With weekend Live Entertainment and a pet-friendly patio, this is the place to enjoy any day.

Plant Street Market Anniversary Offers

Crooked Can Brewing Company

$7 Beers – High Stepper, Cloud Chaser, Tri Wishes, Sakura Zen, Domestic Bliss

$7 Birthday Flight. High Stepper IPA, Cloud Chaser Heffe, Florida Sunshine Lager, Sakura Zen Cherry Blossom Ale

Ceviche Mix

$7 Ceviche, Guacamole & Chips

This Little Piggy

$7 Buffalo Chicken Sandwich & Fries

Hunger Street Tacos

$7 Cheesy Birria Gordita Crunch

Michaels Ali Coal Fired Pizza

$7 Stromboli.

Mac’d Out

$7 Traditional Mac & Cheese

Empanada & Co

$7 for 2 Empanadas

Morthan Cheese.

$7 Pretzel Bites & Beer Cheese

Nosh Popcorn

Lucky 7 Beer & Cheese Popcorn

Sr Benjis Donuts

$7 Cereal Milk & Donut Combo

Palateria Original

2 x Popsicles for $7

David Ramirez Chocolatier.

Birthday Chocolate Cigar

AntiqtuiTEAS

$7 Rose Matcha Boba Latte

$7 Tea startup kit (includes 1/2 (half) ounce of loose-leaf tea and one pack of tea filters.

The Local Butcher & Market

All Burgers $7 per pound. 6 All natural uncured hot dogs for $7.00

“We are so proud of our market and the position it has in the local community for bringing families and people of all ages together with great food and drink in a truly special location, that is Historic downtown Winter Garden” says Alan Delahunt, C.E.O of Crooked Can Brewing Company.

From long-standing vendors to some of the newer arrivals, everyone has something to offer to help you celebrate this happy occasion.