Category: Special Events

Disclaimer: I was provided with tickets to attend Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus XTREME, but all opinions are my own. 

Circus XTREME Is Coming To The Amway Center With A Special Discount Offer

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus XTREME will be at the Amway Center from January 12-16, 2017, and we can’t wait!

What makes this show so spectacular is that it magnifies the traditional elements of the circus by combining elements with never-before-seen spectacles, original, fast-paced performances and incredibly hilarious moments.

Children Of All Ages can let their imaginations go wild in an exhilarating adventure with extreme thrills, exotic animals and extraordinary performers that add up to the ultimate family entertainment experience. Join us at Amway Center from January 12-16, 2017 as we explore a world of extreme beauty, flexibility, strength and dexterity in ways you’ve never seen before. 

High-wire wizards, powerful strongmen, BMX trick riders, trampoline daredevils, inconceivable contortionists, a high-flying human cannonball, a bungee aerial skydiving display and an international assembly of more than 300 cast and crew provide two and a half hours of thrilling entertainment.  

With such an exciting lineup, The Greatest Show On Earth^® guarantees to dazzle and astound, and a Ringling Bros.^® show wouldn’t be complete without a full menagerie of amazing animals. Circus XTREME features beautiful Bengal tigers and two-humped camels ridden by brave Mongolian women.

There are two ways to take your Circus Xtreme experience to the next level!

The party starts an hour before the show at the All Access Pre-show, which is free with ticket purchase. Families can meet an international cast of performers and get up close to the menagerie of animals. Try on custom costumes, learn circus skills — like juggling — from the famous Ringling Bros. Clown Alley. Together with the show, families receive over three hours of extreme family fun not to be missed.

Also Ticketholders can purchase an upgrade and go backstage with a VIP Behind the Scenes Tour of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey. The backstage experience includes an insider look at props and wardrobe, an up close and personal encounter with the animals and a chance to meet stars from the show. Fans will also have an opportunity to take pictures and learn educational fun facts.  To take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime experience, just log on to ringlingbros.expapp.com from iPhone or Android smartphone, and provide name, e-mail and phone number to become a VIP circus insider.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus XTREME – Amway Center – Performance Schedule:

Thursday, January 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, January 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 14 at 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, January 15 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Monday, January 16 at 1:00 p.m. (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)

Tickets for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey^® Presents Circus XTREME are available now and all seats are reserved. Tickets are available at www.Ringling.com or www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Amway Center box office (400 West Church Street – Suite 200, Orlando, Florida 32801) 407-440-7900). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740. 

As a special bonus fans and followers of On the Go in MCO can save $5 off select seats using promo code 5CIRCUS. Offer valid on all shows EXCEPT Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (opening night), Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Not valid on Front Row and Premium Seating, nor day of show. Offer valid through January 12. Ringling Bros. tickets make great holiday gifts! Special Twitter handle and hashtag: @RinglingBros #BestGiftEver

The Red Hot Chili Peppers announced additional dates on their 2017 North American Tour in support of their 11^th studio album, the worldwide number one album, “The Getaway.“ The Getaway Tour kicks off January 5, 2017 in San Antonio, TX. Red Hot Chili Peppers play Orlando’s Amway Center on April 26, 2017. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, November 11 at 10 a.m.

One of the most successful acts in rock history, Red Hot Chili Peppers, which is Anthony Kiedis (lead singer), Flea (bassist), Chad Smith (drummer) and Josh Klinghoffer (guitarist), have sold more than 60 million albums, including five multi-platinum LPs. They have won four Grammy Awards including Best Rock Album for “Stadium Arcadium,” Best Rock Performance by a duo or group for “Dani California,” Best Rock Song for “Scar Tissue,” and Best Hard Rock Performance with Vocal for “Give It Away.” The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2012. The band’s latest studio album, “The Getaway,” was released by Warner Bros. Records on June 17, 2016.

“The Getaway” debuted at number one on the Billboard Album Sales chart and at number two on the Billboard Top 200 chart upon its release in June. “The Getaway” marks the Grammy Award-winning band’s seventh top 10 album and third number two on the Top 200 chart. The album debuted at number one in Australia, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands and New Zealand and at number two in Germany and the United Kingdom. “The Getaway” was produced by Danger Mouse and mixed by Nigel Godrich.

RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS | THE GETAWAY TOUR Details

WHEN:          

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 2017 | 8 pm

ON-SALE:     

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2016 | 10 am

TICKETS:

$49 & $99 (prices subject to change). Buy tickets at amwaycenter.com, Chase Box Office at Amway Center, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 or at Ticketmaster.com.  All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.  For Amway Center box office and ticket information, visit amwaycenter.com (phone purchases are not available through the Amway Center box office). The Amway Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Amway Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced that legendary musician, Billy Joel returns to Orlando’s Amway Center on Friday, January 27, 2017. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 21 at 10 a.m.

“I’m excited to announce the return of Billy Joel, one of music’s most-revered musicians,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. “As a leading destination for world-class entertainment, the Amway Center continues to attract some of the world’s most renowned artists and we are honored to have him in Orlando again.”

 

“We are thrilled to welcome back Billy Joel after his sold out 2014 New Year’s Eve concert,” said Orlando Venues Executive Director Allen Johnson. “As one of my favorite concerts at the Amway Center, I know Billy Joel will deliver, yet another truly legendary performance.”

During his five-decade career, Joel is one of rock ‘n’ roll’s best, performing his unrivaled catalog of songs that have made up the soundtrack of many lives. Joel ranks as one of the most popular recording artists and admired entertainers in history, with 150 million records sold over the past quarter century. The singer/songwriter/composer is the third best-selling solo artist and one of the highest grossing touring artists in the world.

Billy  Joel in Concert – Amway Center

 Only Central Florida Performance in 2017

WHEN:

Friday, January 27, 2017 | 8 pm

ON SALE:

Friday, October 21, 2016 | 10 am

TICKETS:

$49.50, $99.50 & $149.50. Buy tickets at amwaycenter.com, Chase Box Office at Amway Center, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 or at Ticketmaster.com.  All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.  For Amway Center box office and ticket information, visit amwaycenter.com (phone purchases are not available through the Amway Center box office).  The Amway Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Amway Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

5^th Annual Pink Bash Set for Friday, October 21 in Downtown Orlando

Befitting Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation

Pink Bash is an annual community celebration and fundraiser event in downtown Orlando designed to bring breast cancer awareness to Central Florida in an interactive, uplifting way. Pink Bash features a survivor fashion show, live music, pink carpet photos, raffle prizes and more — all to support the cause and honor those that are fighting, have been touched or have lost their battle to breast cancer.

Pink Bash

Friday, October 21, 2016

5 – 9 p.m.

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts | Seneff Arts Plaza (Front Lawn)

445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Directions and Nearby Parking

Pink Bash transforms the front lawn of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts with a vibrant line-up of activities throughout the evening including:

• Survivor Fashion Show
• Food and Drinks
• Pink Boutiques
• Live Music by the Gerry Williams Band
• Fundraising Activities and Exclusive Prizes 

Advance Designated Driver / Companion Ticket: $15 per person ($20 at the door) – Includes admission to Pink Bash to enjoy the event, shop and participate in donation activities. Food tickets will be available for purchase at the event.

Advance General Admission: $25 per person ($30 at the door) – Includes admission, a Pink Bash tasting glass and complimentary beer, wine and signature cocktails. Food tickets will be available for purchase at the event.

NEW THIS YEAR: Advance General Admission PLUS Pink Bash Foodie Pass: $39 per person –

Includes express entrance access, a Pink Bash tasting glass, complimentary beer, wine and signature cocktails and five small plate food vouchers (a $20 value).

Tickets to the 5th Annual Pink Bash may be purchased at www.orlandosentinel.com/pinkbash.

Participating restaurants include: Bento, Kasa, Rocco’s Tacos, Sweet Gelato, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Cafe Tu Tu Tango, Santiago’s Bodega and The Porch/Gringas.

Pink Bash is produced by Orlando Sentinel Media Group. A portion of the event proceeds benefitsLibby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation, a local breast cancer foundation formed in Central Florida to provide support directly to Central Floridians. Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation was formed in 2007 just a year after Robin and Marty lost their mom, Libby Maynard, to Stage IV Breast Cancer. Libby was full of fun, faith and courage. The organization hopes to embody her spirit through the foundation by being secure enough to be vulnerable, strong enough to be gentle, wise enough to be humble and powerful enough to serve others.  The mission of Libby’s Legacy is to provide comprehensive breast health care to the underserved Central Florida community through education, mammograms, follow up diagnostics and Hope Coaches on the journey from diagnosis to treatment and beyond. For more information visit www.libbyslegacy.org.

Disclosure: I received tickets to see Ovo from Cirque du Soleil at the Amway Center to host this giveaway, but all opinions are my own. 

Over the years I’ve seen several Cirque du Soleil shows, and I was really excited to see that OVO will be performed here in Orlando from September 21 to 25, 2016 at the Amway Center.

Thrilling more than 4.5 million people worldwide since the show premiered in 2009, OVO embarks on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, now in arenas, giving more people the opportunity to enjoy a Cirque du Soleil show in their hometown.

OVO, meaning “egg” in Portuguese, is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. When a mysterious egg appears in their midst, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious about this iconic object that represents the enigma and cycles of their lives. It is love at first sight when a gawky, quirky insect arrives in this bustling community and a fabulous ladybug catches his eye – and the feeling is mutual.

The cast of OVO is comprised of 50 performing artists from 12 countries specializing in many acrobatic acts. One highlight of OVO is the stunning Flying Act where a group of scarabs soar high above – from each corner of the stage – and land together on a platform in the middle.

Click here for more information about OVO and Cirque du Soleil.

Tickets are available now, $150, $90, $68, $52 & $35 | All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges, and you won’t want to miss the chance to see this unique show!

Win a Family Four (4) Pack of Tickets to see OVO at the Amway Center

We’re also excited to announce that we are giving away a Family Four (4) Pack of tickets to see Ovo from Cirque du Soleil at the Amway Center on September 21, 2016 at 7:30 pm!

Contest is open to Residents of the United States who are eighteen(18) years and older.  We will be giving away Family four (4) pack of tickets to Cirque du Soleil, Ovo at Amway Center on September 21, 2016 at 7:30 pm. Parking at the Amway Center is not included in this giveaway. Void where prohibited by law. We use Rafflecopter to choose one lucky winner at random, and each & every contest entry will be verified. The winner of our contest will be contacted by email (so be sure to double check your entry) and will have 24 hours to respond to the email or a new winner will be chosen. The winner will be responsible for picking up their tickets on the day of the show at the Amway Center’s Will Call Window with a valid photo ID. Good luck!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Latin music international superstar, Marc Anthony, will embark on a 10-show U.S. tour. Marc Anthony Live! will take fans on a journey through Anthony’s award-winning musical catalogue like never before, and he will interpret some of his personal favorites. Anthony returns to Orlando’s Amway Center on Sunday, November 20. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, August 5 at 10 a.m.

The Amway Center subscriber pre-sale begins Thursday, August 4 at 10 a.m. and ends Friday, August 5 at 9:59 a.m.

Anthony is one of the most influential artists of his time and a true ambassador of Latin music and culture. He has sold over 12 million albums worldwide and has been recognized with countless standard gold and platinum certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). In 2012, the six-time Grammy and Latin Grammy Award-winner launched the Maestro Cares Foundation, hosting a series of fundraisers throughout the year to benefit the non-profit organization and build orphanages in Latin America. Anthony has also established a highly credible acting résumé. His 11^th studio album titled, “Marc Anthony 3.0,” received an American Music Award; a Grammy Award nomination; five Premios Lo Nuestro; two Premios Juventud; 10 Billboard Latin Music Awards; three Billboard Awards and a special recognition from Univisión television network. “Vivir Mi Vida,” received the Latin Grammy ^® for Record of the Year. His world tour, “Vivir Mi Vida,” was included in Pollstar’s top-selling tours of 2013 and was extended to May 2014, by popular demand and received a Premio Juventud for Super Tour of the Year. In addition to his music and acting accomplishments, Anthony also has his own clothing and accessories line for Kohl’s and he is a minority owner of the Miami Dolphins NFL franchise.

MARC ANTHONY LIVE! TOUR – AMWAY CENTER 

WHEN:          

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2016 | 7 P.M. 

ON SALE:     

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2016 | 10 A.M.

TICKETS:

$59, $79, $99, $150 & $300. Buy tickets at amwaycenter.com, Chase Box Office at Amway Center, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 or at Ticketmaster.com.  All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.  For Amway Center box office and ticket information, visit amwaycenter.com (phone purchases are not available through the Amway Center box office).  The Amway Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Amway Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

Krispy Kreme and The Salvation Army “Stuff the Bus” to Benefit Central Florida Students

Annual School Supply Drive is underway now through August 7

The Central Florida Krispy Kreme locations are teaming up with The Salvation Army for the annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ campaign which looks to make this time of year sweeter for local families in need. This unique school supply drive helps local students gear up for a successful academic year by easing the high cost of materials.

“Krispy Kreme is honored to have the opportunity to help hundreds of students make a fun and easy transition back-to-school,” says Jenny Bellanca, vice president of operations for Florida Family Foods LLC, an authorized franchisee of Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation. “The timing is perfect as supporters can take advantage of Florida Tax Free Weekend on August 5 through7 to purchase donations.”

New school supplies (including notebooks, binders, pens, pencils, scissors, crayons, markers, glue, rulers, and hand sanitizer) will be accepted through August 7 at the following Central Florida locations:

Krispy Kreme Winter Park – Drive thru Open 24 hours

1031 S. Orlando Avenue (17-92), Winter Park, FL  32789

In partnership with The Salvation Army – Orlando Area Command

• Krispy Kreme Millenia – Open 24 hours
  4080 Millenia Blvd., Orlando, FL 32939
  In partnership with The Salvation Army – Orlando Area Command
• Krispy Kreme Kissimmee – Open 24 hours
  5310 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, (192 / Mile Marker 11.5), Kissimmee, FL  34746
  In partnership with The Salvation Army – Orlando Area Command
• Krispy Kreme Kissimmee – Open 24 hours
  980 W International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
  In partnership with The Salvation Army of Daytona
• Krispy Kreme Melbourne – Drive thru Open 24 hours
  2040 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935
  In partnership with The Salvation Army of Melbourne

As a sweet reward, supporters will receive one FREE Original Glazed doughnut for a single school supply item donation and one FREE Original Glazed dozen for each donation of a backpack that contains school supplies.

The supplies will be presented to The Salvation Army and distributed to youth in need through local social service programs.

“We are very excited to be working with Krispy Kreme again this year,” said Major Ted Morris, III, CEO of The Salvation Army – Orlando Area Command. “The Salvation Army has a wonderful relationship with Krispy Kreme and it is a blessing to have their support now and throughout the year. We will be able to help many young children as they prepare to go back to school and further their education.”

Stay connected at KrispyKreme.com, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and HotLightApp.com.

Following sold out shows and high demand, the I Love the 90’s Tour is taking the show back on the road and bringing a bill of beloved 90’s acts to more cities across the U.S. The I Love the 90’s Tour will reunite fans to celebrate the trend-setting decade with some of the most iconic names in rap, hip hop and R&B including Salt-N-Pepa, Coolio, Tone Loc, All-4-One, Young MC, Kool Moe Dee and many more. The tour visits the Amway Center in Orlando on Saturday, December 3. Tickets go on sale Friday, July 15 at 10 a.m.

Reviews have praised the I Love The 90’s Tour as—

“It’s the live version of Yo! MTV Raps with Fab Five Freddy.”  ~ Houston Press
“The arena-sized dance party…promises to be all that and a bag of chips.”  ~ Entertainment Weekly

I Love The 90’s Tour invites attendees to reminisce about the glory days-decade where audiences can expect to hear their favorite chart-topping hits like, “Let’s Talk About Sex,” “Shoop,” “I Wanna Sex You Up,” “Funky Cold Medina,” “It Takes Two,” “Wild Thing,” “Gangsta’s Paradise” and many more during the flashback-filled night.
I Love The 90’s Tour is represented by Universal Attractions Agency (UAA). Founded in 1949, the agency’s celebrated history includes launching the career of the legendary soul singer James Brown.
UAA’s co-owners, Jeff Allen and Jeff Epstein, commented about their decision to launch I Love The 90’s Tour: “We are so thrilled to bring together some of the most quintessential artists from one of music’s most pivotal decades,” said Jeff Allen. “After the incredible fan response to the first few shows, we knew the tour had to go national.” Jeff Epstein said, “It’s a stellar line-up that we couldn’t be more excited to present.” “We look forward to bringing the tour back with a selection of the decade’s finest artists for many years to come.”
The majority of the I Love The ’90s tour dates will be presented by SiriusXM, which is promoting the tour on its SiriusXM FLY, Backspin and ’90s on nine channels. Listeners can enter for the chance to win a pair of tickets to select tour dates through SiriusXM. Enter before November 4, 2016 and see Official Rules for complete details at SiriusXM.com/ILoveThe90s. For more information on I Love The 90’s Tour, visit http://ilovethe90stour.com.

I Love The 90’s Tour – Amway Center-

 Information At-A-Glance

WHO:             

I LOVE THE 90’S TOUR

featuring: SALT-N-PEPA, COOLIO, TONE LOC, ALL-4-ONE, YOUNG MC, KOOL MOE DEE + MORE

WHEN:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016 | 7 P.M.       

WHERE:
AMWAY CENTER | ORLANDO, FLORIDA

ON SALE:
FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2016 | 10 A.M.

TICKETS:  

$36.50, $46.50, $71.50, $96.50 & $146.50 – Buy tickets at amwaycenter.com, Amway Center box office, Ticketmaster retail locations, charge-by-phone at 800.745.3000 or at Ticketmaster.com.  All dates, act(s) and ticket prices are subject to change without notice.  All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, service, handling and facility fee charges.  For Amway Center box office and ticket information, visit amwaycenter.com(phone purchases are not available through the Amway Center box office).  The Amway Center is located at 400 West Church Street and the box office is located on the north side of the Amway Center, near the intersection of Church Street and Hughey Avenue. 

Tickets On Sale in Orlando for 

Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart

Featuring Disney•Pixar’s Record-Breaking Animated Hit Finding Dory and Disney•Pixar’s Inside Out

Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart is bringing Disney•Pixar’s record-breaking animated feature Finding Dory to the ice for the first time in this live production produced by Feld Entertainment. The ice skating extravaganza featuring Disney•Pixar’sInside Out, Disney’s Frozen and other beloved Disney stories visits Orlando from September 2-4, 2016 for six performances at Amway Center. Tickets are on sale now.

Just keep swimming with Dory, Nemo, Marlin and new pal Hank from Disney•Pixar’s Finding Dory as they embark on a life-changing excursion to find her parents and discover the true meaning of family. Cheer with the Emotions fromDisney•Pixar’s Inside Out –Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust– as they help Riley find the confidence to win the hockey championship and experience the emotional rollercoaster of growing up. Venture to wintery world of Arendelle where Olaf and Kristoff help reunite royal sisters Anna and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen and learn love is the most powerful magic of all. See Cinderella, Rapunzel, Tiana and the Disney Princesses make their dreams come true through their virtues of bravery, kindness and perseverance. And celebrate true friendship with Buzz Lightyear, Woody and The Toy Story gang. Make unforgettable memories with Mickey, Minnie and all your Disney friends when Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart skates into your hometown!  

Tickets for Disney On Ice presents Follow Your Heart start from $18. Market pricing applies to all tickets. Rates can fluctuate based on factors that affect supply and demand. Lock in your price and location today! 

Show Times:  Friday, September 2, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, September 3, 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.; Sunday, September 4, 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. All seats are reserved. Tickets are available at www.DisneyOnIce.com  or www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Amway Center box office (phone for information only: 407-440-7900). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740. 

Tickets to the Fourth Annual AIMExpo, North America’s Largest Motorcycle & Powersports Show, are On Sale Now

 Special Fourth of July 2 For 1 Admission Offer Available for a Limited Time

The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced today that tickets to the fourth annual event are on sale now. The 2016 AIMExpo will commence this October 13-16 from the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Florida, featuring a new prime location at the North Hall. North America’s largest and most dynamic trade show for the motorcycle and powersports industry will open its doors to consumers on October 15-16, providing a one-of-a-kind opportunity to see the latest and greatest the industry has to offer for 2017. Consumers can purchase tickets at AIMExpoUSA.com, the official event website.

With hundreds of exhibitors, including nine manufacturers, set to provide global and domestic debuts of a wide array of new products and showcase their latest innovations, enthusiasts will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of motorcycling inside the North Hall. Additionally, the new exhibitor floor location puts the heart of AIMExpo mere steps away from the event’s most unique trademark – AIMExpo Outdoors! – where consumers can swing a leg over a bike, saddle an ATV, or buckle into a side-by-side to get a hands on perspective of the marketplace’s newest models.

In addition to the many new motorcycles, ATV’s and UTV’s, the full complement of the latest aftermarket products – gear and accessories – will be on display, many of which will also be available for purchase at the show. Moreover, a full slate of educational and informative seminars, along with the appearance of special celebrity guests, will offer additional opportunities for enthusiasts to enrich and enjoy their AIMExpo experience.

Now more than ever AIMExpo provides an unparalleled opportunity to literally See It, Touch It, and Ride It, all in one place, at one time!

Attendees can also immerse themselves in a brand new showcase for 2016 known as “Custom Culture at AIMExpo.” Key components are the Championship of the Americas bike builders’ competition, the Standard Motorcycle Co. Showcase, millennial artisans, bike builders, and more. There will also be a chance to meet Custom Culture ambassador Leticia Cline.

In honor of Independence Day, and the sense of freedom riding brings, AIMExpo is celebrating our nation’s birthday with a special 2 for 1 Admission Special. This extra-special savings makes AIMExpo more affordable than ever for the whole family as kids 14 and under are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult using promo code FIREWORKS16. This special Fourth of July promotion is available for a limited time, with the offer ending on Sunday, July 31^th. Don’t miss out!      

Regular priced adult admission is just $15 for a single day pass, but advance purchasers can buy tickets online at a discounted rate of $13. Additionally, adults can purchase a two-day pass to enjoy both consumer days of AIMExpo for $20. Group rates are also available, with a single day pass for groups of 20 or more only $11 per ticket, when purchased online.

Be sure to stay tuned to the AIMExpoUSA.com website and keep up to date on exciting news as it happens by visiting AIMExpo’s social media pages. “Like” the American International Motorcycle Expo on Facebook, and “Follow” on Twitter or Instagram: @AIMExpo.

To help victims and their families in the aftermath of the shooting in Orlando, Florida’s hospitality industry will be hosting a statewide community event called Dine Out for Orlando United on Thursday, June 30, 2016.

Led by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association in partnership with VISIT FLORIDA, the fundraiser, Dine Out for Orlando United, will be a day for Florida restaurants, their employees, and guests to make a difference in the lives of those affected by the tragedy.

During Dine Out for Orlando United, proceeds will be donated to the OneOrlando Fund. This fund is a charity designed to provide a way to respond to the needs of the local community, now, and in the time to come. 

“Our hearts and prayers are with the victims and their families. As an industry, we want to continue to rally around them by offering our support, time and resources. Pulse is a member of the FRLA, a part of our hospitality family and we are proud to lend support. We encourage all Floridians and visitors to participate in this Dine Out to help the entire Orlando community,” said Carol Dover, president and CEO of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.

Participating in Dine out for Orlando United is easy!

Dine Out For Orlando United On June 30th Details:

Guests: On June 30th take a night off from cooking and dine at any of the participating restaurants. In addition, you can choose to make direct donations to the OneOrlando Fund.

Find a complete list of the restaurants here with more being added daily.

“The Florida tourism industry stands united as a community. This is a wonderful way for restaurants and Floridians statewide to come together in solidarity with the Orlando community and make a difference,” said Will Seccombe, president and CEO at VISIT FLORIDA.

Employees: Work a shift on June 30, choose to volunteer your time, or donate a portion of your tips.

“We are grateful for the support and leadership of Florida’s hospitality industry as we continue to work together to help the victims of this tragedy. We want to encourage everybody to dine out onJune 30 to help raise money for the families of the victims,” said Buddy Dyer, Mayor of Orlando

Businesses: Join Dine Out for Orlando United and raise funds by helping to promote, organize, and/or donate.

Restaurants can participate that day by:

– Donating a portion of total sales
– Making a donation for every guest served
– Collecting donations received from guests and staff
– Donating a portion of total profits
– Making a donation for every sales of a specific item
– Identifying a set donation amount that’s right for you.

To be a participating restaurant, please email Dan Murphy at dmurphy@frla.org or call 850-224-2250 ext. 235. The official flyer and pledge form is available online here.

The complete lineup for the 2016 Vans Warped Tour, Presented by Journeys has finally been revealed, and the tour will be coming to Orlando on July 2nd at Tinker Field.

With a lineup that in many ways signals a return to the tour’s roots, the 22^nd edition of Warped Tour welcomes back several fan favorites, including: New Found Glory, Tonight Alive, Less Than Jake, Yellowcard, We The Kings, Sleeping With Sirens, Falling In Reverse, Four Year Strong, Reel Big Fish and Pepper and many more.

The new Monster Energy Party Zone will present festival-goers with two stages of heavy music from bands such as, Atreyu, Every Time I Die, Motionless In White, The Color Morale, Chelsea Grin and more.

In keeping with its longstanding tradition of bringing music fans the best of newer, up-and-coming acts, this year also includes bands like, State Champs, Like Pacific, In Hearts Wake, Capsize and From Ashes To New, plus much more.

“Who would have thought that we would be still bringing you the Vans Warped Tour in 2016? Each year I look forward to the summer and the chance to tour with so many old friends and hopefully some new ones,” says tour founder, Kevin Lyman.

Jim Estepa, President and Chief Executive Officer of Journeys, adds, “As our partnership with Vans Warped Tour grows, we are thrilled to make the jump forward to naming both of the main stages this summer. The visibility, brand growth and full integration that we’ve been able to build into the program with the Warped team has been not only beneficial, but also an incredibly fun relationship to build. Over the years that we’ve worked together, we’ve grown our promotional presence, grown the offerings that we can make to our employees, grown our retail partnerships to include ticket sales in multiple markets and now grown to be the name-partners of the main stages. It feels like a natural next step for us and we are excited to see what the future brings!”

As part of its ongoing mission to help those in need and encourage positive social change, the Warped Tour’s charitable organization Unite The United, will be launching a charity auction to aid LA band, The Ghost Inside in their efforts to recover from a devastating bus collision that occurred while touring last November. The auction will kick off on May 19 at www.Ebay.com/unitetheunited.

For the full list of confirmed artists, dates and venues, visit www.vanswarpedtour.com/bands.

The lineup for the 2016 Vans Warped Tour:

Journeys Left Foot Stage

Falling In Reverse 6/23-8/13

Four Year Strong 6/24-8/13

Good Charlotte 7/19-7/28

Less Than Jake 6/24-8/13

New Found Glory 6/24-8/13

Reel Big Fish 6/24-8/13

Set It Off 6/24-8/13

Sum 41 6/26-8/7

We The Kings 6/24-8/13

Yellowcard 6/24-8/13

Journey’s Right Foot Stage

3OH!3 7/21-7/31

ISSUES 6/24-8/13

Mayday Parade 6/24-8/13

Pepper 6/24-6/29, 7/1-7/22

Real Friends 6/24-8/13

Sleeping with Sirens 6/24-8/13

State Champs 6/24-8/13

The Maine 6/24-8/13

The Story So Far 6/24-8/13

Tonight Alive 6/24-8/13

Monster Energy Party Zone North Stage

Atreyu 7/19-8/7

Bullet For My Valentine 7/19-7/22

Crown The Empire 6/24-8/13

Every Time I Die 6/24-8/13

Ice Nine Kills 6/24-8/13

Motionless In White 6/24-8/13

The Color Morale 6/24-8/13

The Word Alive 6/24-8/13

Volumes 6/24-7/17

Whitechapel 6/24-8/13

Monster Energy Party Zone South Stage

Chelsea Grin 6/24-8/13

Coldrain 6/24-8/13

Cruel Hand 6/24-8/13

From Ashes To New 6/24-8/13

Gideon  6/24-8/13

In Hearts Wake 6/24-8/13

Oceans Ate Alaska 6/24-8/13

Vanna 6/24-8/13

Veil Of Maya 6/24-8/13

Full Sail Stage

Avion Roe 6/24-7/21

Bad Seed Rising 6/24-7/27

Broadside 6/24-8/13

Cane Hill 6/24-8/13

Capsize 7/17-8/13

Dash Ten 6/24-8/13

Hail The Sun 6/24-7/16

Like Pacific 6/24-8/13

More To Monroe 7/28-8/13

Mother Feather 6/24-8/13

Old Wounds 6/24-8/13

Palaye Royale 6/24-8/13

Reckless Serenade 6/24-8/13

Safe To Say 6/24-8/13

SayWeCanFly 7/22-8/13

Silent Planet 6/24-7/17

The New Low 7/19-8/13

Wage War 6/24-8/13

With Confidence 6/24-8/13

2016 Vans Warped Tour, Presented by Journeys Lineup To Be Revealed via Live Webcast From Campus Of Full Sail University on March 22 at 6PM EST

Event To Feature Live Performances From Selection Of Artists on This Summer’s Tour; Tickets For All Shows On Sale March 22 at 10am

The entire lineup for 2016’s Vans Warped Tour, presented by Journeys®, will be unveiled via a LIVE webcast, direct from Full Sail Live, the state-of-the-art performance venue on the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL on Tuesday, March 22nd at 6pm EST.

In recent years, the Warped lineup has been revealed via weekly announcements leading up to the kickoff of the tour, so 2016 marks the first time in several years that the ENTIRE lineup will be revealed at once, and the first time ever to be streamed from Full Sail University.

The webcas will feature live performances from a selection of artists performing on this summer’s tour. To join the webcast on March 22nd, visit VansWarpedTour.com.

A limited number of free tickets to the announcement event will be made available to the public. Seating is limited, and will be available on a first come, first served basis. If you are in the Central FL area and are interested in learning how to attend the event in person, visitwww.FullSailBlog.com/VWT.

Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman says, “Last year when I visited Full Sail, I was blown away by their facilities. To be able to use them for our artist announcement webcast is a perfect way to start our 2016 partnership.”

“Since 2012, Full Sail’s relationship with the Vans Warped Tour has led to numerous internship opportunities for our graduates in roles ranging from live audio production to content reporters throughout the multi-city concert tour,” said Full Sail University’s VP of Alumni Relations/Event Producer, Jay Noble. “We are honored to host the 2016 Vans Warped Tour Lineup Announcement event on our campus at Full Sail Live, and look forward to more incredible experiences at the Warped Tour this summer.”

Tickets for this year’s tour will go on sale on March 22nd at 10am local time at VansWarpedTour.com. As a bonus for early bird ticket buyers, the first price levels available will be at the lowest of the tour, and in addition will include a Warped 50-song compilation download from SideOne Dummy Records.

The 41-date trek launches in Dallas, TX on June 24 and concludes on August 13 in Portland, OR. See dates below.

Now in its 22nd year, Vans Warped Tour is the largest traveling music festival in the United States, and the longest-running touring music festival in North America. Originally conceived by founder Lyman in 1995 as an eclectic alternative rock festival, with a focus on punk rock, over the years the tour has grown to include a multitude of genres, including metal, hip hop, reggae, pop and more.

Vans Warped Tour Dates:

Tickets on sale at 10am local time on March 22nd at VansWarpedTour.com.

6.22 ANCHORAGE, AK Road To Warped Tour
6.24 DALLAS, TX
6.25 SAN ANTONIO, TX
6.26 HOUSTON, TX
6.27 NEW ORLEANS, LA
6.29 NASHVILLE, TN
6.30 ATLANTA, GA
7.1 ST. PETERSBURG, FL
7.2 ORLANDO, FL
7.3 WEST PALM BEACH, FL
7.5 CHARLOTTE, NC
7.6 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
7.7 SYRACUSE, NY
7.8 PHILADELPHIA, PA
7.9 NEW YORK, NY
7.10 HARTFORD, CT
7.11 SCRANTON, PA
7.13 BOSTON, MA
7.14 BUFFALO, NY
7.15 PITTSBURGH, PA
7.16 COLUMBIA, MD
7.17 HOLMDEL, NJ
7.19 INDIANAPOLIS, IN
7.20 CLEVELAND, OH
7.21 CINCINNATI, OH
7.22 DETROIT, MI
7.23 CHICAGO, IL
7.24 MINNEAPOLIS, MN
7.26 MILWAUKEE, WI
7.27 ST. LOUIS, MO
7.28 KANSAS CITY, KS
7.30 SALT LAKE CITY, UT
7.31 DENVER, CO
8.1 ALBUQUERQUE, NM
8.2 PHOENIX, AZ
8.5 SAN DIEGO, CA
8.6 SAN FRANCISCO, CA
8.7 LOS ANGELES, CA
8.9 LAS VEGAS, NV
8.11 BOISE, ID
8.12 SEATTLE, WA
8.13 PORTLAND, OR

About Vans Warped Tour:

The Vans Warped Tour®, presented by Journeys®, is well known as America’s longest running touring music festival of the summer. Since 1995, the tour has been a showcase for both established and up and coming talent, across a wide range of eclectic sub-genres.

The tour has also cemented its place in history by bringing alternative rock and skate culture from the underground to the forefront of global youth culture, while at the same time helping those in need through non-profit and eco initiatives.

Alternative Press readers voted the Vans Warped Tour as the “Best Tour/Festival” and Rolling Stone called it “America’s Most Successful Festival”. Now in its 22nd year, the 41-date tour will commence June 24 in Dallas, TX and end on August 13 in Portland, OR.

For more information, visit vanswarpedtour.com.