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Pirates Dinner Adventure announces Mermaid Tales

Pirates Dinner Adventure will host Mermaid Tales, a new adaptation of the famous show featuring a deep dive into the legend of the magical mermaids, from March 9 to April 16.

Guests will witness the enchanting mermaids’ amazing ability to walk with legs on land and swim with their tails in the sea. Mermaids are sacred holders of the secrets of the deep and keepers of the “Serpent’s Eye” – a cursed necklace that possesses the power to control the dreaded Leviathan – and now, their stories will come to light.

Throughout the run of Mermaid Tales, guests also have the opportunity to take part in a unique meet and greet with the mermaids and take home a photo as a souvenir from their journey into the deep. There will also be limited-time specialty beverages and merchandise during the event.

“Whether you’re a fan of our classic pirate story or you’re new to the world of Pirates Dinner Adventure, now’s the perfect time to visit and meet our mermaids,” said Nick Kroger, director of the show. “You won’t want to miss the chance to see their amazing aerial tricks and dive into the stories that lie beneath the surface!”

Pirates Dinner Adventure’s general admission includes a three-course dinner with unlimited soft drinks. Ticket prices for Mermaid Tales are $67.95 for adults and $41.95 for children three to 10. Kids two and under are free.

Call 407-206-5102 or click here to book.

Dezerland Hosts Larger Than Life’s Dream Trip

When a family receives a serious diagnosis, especially for a child, it often becomes the focus of everyday life. Dezerland Action Park and Larger Than Life are working together to give these families a day of fun.

On March 20, Dezerland Action Park will host 35 children and teens who are not currently undergoing treatment as a part of Larger Than Life’s annual dream trip. Larger Than Life is a nonprofit organization that supports children and families in Israel throughout the healing process. Each year, the organization brings children—accompanied by caregivers, medical professionals, and family members—from Israel and other parts of the United States to Orlando.

For this year’s trip, Dezerland Action Park has agreed to cover the cost of all 75 to 100 guests’ fun and food during their visit to the entertainment center.

The group will enjoy a kosher meal inside Pinball Palace and a tour of the Orlando Auto Museum, which is home to more than 2,000 vehicles, including many vehicles made famous by television and movies, and the world’s largest collection of James Bond vehicles and memorabilia.

“We couldn’t be more excited to host the children from Larger Than Life at Dezerland Action Park and to see members of the community participate in the celebration,” said John Goodman, vice president of sales and marketing at Dezerland Action Park. “They’ve traveled a long way for this once-in-a-lifetime trip and it’s an honor to help them create happy memories.”

Larger Than Life and Dezerland Action Park are also inviting members of the local community and other organization supporters to participate in the fun with a celebration in the Orlando Auto Museum.

From 6 to 9:30 p.m., guests can explore the museum’s extensive collection of vehicles, followed by a carnival-style party complete with concession stands in the American Classics exhibit.

The event will also feature amazing entertainment, including an acrobat and a floating statue performer.

Tickets for supporters will cost $20 for adults and $10 for children. 100% of the ticket proceeds will benefit Larger Than Life. To learn more about the event or purchase tickets, click here.

Before the Larger Than Life celebration begins, those attending the event can also explore Dezerland Action Park’s other offerings, like axe throwing, racing on Florida’s longest indoor go-kart track with four skill and speed levels and competing in the laser tag maze or virtual reality arena.

For more information about Dezerland Action Park, visit  https://dezerlandparkorlando.com/.

To learn more about Larger Than Life or purchase tickets for the event, visit https://largerthanlifeusa.org/.

ICON Park Offers Spring Break Deals

ICON Park is offering a week of deals on its more than 50 attractions, restaurants, and entertainment venues as nearly half a million students in Central Florida countdown to spring break starting this weekend – for public schools in Orange, Osceola, Seminole, and Lake Counties, plus UCF and Valencia Colleges.

The Wheel Deal

Through March 31, guests can enjoy The Wheel Deal at ICON Park and receive over 45 percent savings.

For just $20.23, guests can take in the best view of Orlando in their private, air-conditioned capsule on The Wheel and even select their own soundtrack using Bluetooth.

To book The Wheel Deal, click here.

SEA LIFE Orlando Madame Tussauds Orlando ICON Park Reopen May 2020 — SEA LIFE Orlando

ICON Park Play Pass

ICON Park’s Play Pass is the ultimate way to experience everything the entertainment destination offers. At just $74.99 per Play Pass, this package offers more than 50 percent savings. With a Play Pass, guests receive entrance to seven attractions and exclusive discounts at 17 restaurants and bars and 5 shops.
Included with the Play Pass:

One rotation on The Wheel at ICON Park
One visit to Madame Tussauds Orlando
One visit to SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
One ride on the Pearl Express Train
One visit to the 7D Dark Ride Adventure
One $5 Play Card at In The Game ICON Park
One Visit to Museum of Illusions Orlando
Exclusive shopping and dining discounts at select ICON Park locations

The pass is valid for 30 days from date of purchase.

To book a Play Pass, click here.

St. Patrick’s Day

End spring break on a high note and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at ICON Park. The Wheel’s 64,000 LED lights will be lit up in festive green, making it the perfect backdrop for any photos.

The entertainment destination also hosts a St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl from 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 17. Guests will receive a complimentary lanyard and pass with all the participating venues and their drink specials.

At each location, guests purchase a drink, their pass will be stamped. After receiving stamps from all the participating venues, the pass can be turned in for a free ride on The Wheel.

Participating venues include a variety of fan favorites, including Tapa Toro, Tin Roof, Brother Jimmy’s, Sloppy Joe’s, Max Action Arena, and more.

ICON Park is at the center of the International Drive Resort Area and Orlando Entertainment District. With free parking and conveniently located near I-4, Universal Boulevard, and the Beachline, this premiere entertainment destination is easy to access for any Central Florida resident or Orlando tourist.

To learn more about ICON Park, visit: https://iconparkorlando.com.

Morse Museum Celebrates Spring

A new exhibition, Friday nights with live music, a film series, and more signal the arrival of spring at the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art.

Lamps and Lighting—Tiffany and His Contemporaries, the newest exhibit, showcases Tiffany’s innovative lighting alongside recent acquisitions which illustrate the creative process of lamp production.

For eight consecutive Fridays from March 10 through April 28, the Morse presents Spring Friday Nights with free admission starting at 4 p.m. and various musicians enhancing the gallery experience from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Orlando Violin Music will begin the series with cello, viola, and violin on March 10.

Celebratory events offer free admission, including the entire Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival weekend, Friday, March 17, through Sunday, March 19. Beautiful Music Woodwind Ensemble will play live music in the galleries on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Additionally, as is tradition, free admission is offered on Easter weekend, Friday, April 7, through Sunday, April 9. Classical guitarist Joshua Englert will play live in the galleries on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The two remaining talks in the free Wednesday Lecture Series on historic preservation take place on March 22, with Lisa A. Neely sharing her knowledge as King Ranch, Inc.’s archivist, and on April 19, with Met curator Alice Cooney Frelinghuysen discussing stained-glass treasures hidden at the historic Woodlawn Cemetery in New York City.

April kicks off the free Spring Friday Film Series on Vincent van Gogh (1853–90). Viewers will learn about the life of Van Gogh, beginning in his hometown of Zundert, Netherlands, and tracing his path to becoming an artist.

Spring at the Morse Museum

The complete list of the Morse’s free spring programs and events is as follows:

TUESDAY, MARCH 7
Exhibition Opens. 9:30 a.m. Lamps and Lighting—Tiffany and His Contemporaries.
A new exhibition of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s lamps alongside recent acquisitions illustrating works by artists and artisans in the creative process of lamp production.

FRIDAY, MARCH 10
Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.
Orlando Violin Music (cello, viola, and violin).

FRIDAY, MARCH 17

Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.
Beautiful Music Woodwind Ensemble (cello, clarinet, flugelhorn, flute, and oboe).

FRIDAY, MARCH 17–SUNDAY, MARCH 19
Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival Celebration. Friday, 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.–4 p.m.

Free admission throughout the weekend.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22
Lecture. 2:30 p.m. (doors open at 2 p.m.) “Henrietta King’s 100+ Year Legacy: The Main House.”

Lisa A. Neely, archivist of King Ranch, Inc. will discuss the legacy of the Texas ranch’s Main House. Jeannette G. and Hugh F. McKean Pavilion, 161 West Canton Avenue (just behind the Museum). Free.

FRIDAY, MARCH 24
Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Celtic Crossings Harp Trio (Celtic harp, flute, and violin).

FRIDAY, MARCH 31

Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.
Beautiful Music Romance Duo (flute and guitar).

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

Friday Film Series. Noon (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). Vincent: The Full Story—Episode 1 (48 minutes).

Learn about the life of Vincent van Gogh (1853–90). The series begins in Van Gogh’s hometown of Zundert, Netherlands, traces his path to becoming an artist, and describes his evolution as an artist. Jeannette G. and Hugh F. McKean Pavilion, 161 West Canton Avenue (just behind the Museum). Free.

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.
Joshua Englert (classical guitar).

FRIDAY, APRIL 7–SUNDAY, APRIL 9
Easter Weekend Celebration. Friday, 9:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.–4 p.m.

Free admission throughout the weekend.

FRIDAY, APRIL 14

Friday Film Series. Noon (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). Vincent: The Full Story—Episode 2 (49 minutes).

FRIDAY, APRIL 14
Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Orlando Violin Music (violins).

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19
Lecture. 2:30 p.m. (doors open at 2 p.m.) “Hidden Treasures: Tiffany Windows at Woodlawn Cemetery.”

Alice Cooney Frelinghuysen, Anthony W. and Lulu C. Wang Curator of American Decorative Arts at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, will discuss stained-glass treasures hidden at the historic Woodlawn Cemetery in New York City. Jeannette G. and Hugh F. McKean Pavilion, 161 West Canton Avenue (just behind the Museum). Free.

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

Friday Film Series. Noon (doors open at 11:30 a.m.). Vincent: The Full Story—Episode 3 (49 minutes).

FRIDAY, APRIL 21

Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Victoria Schultz Harp Trio (cello, flute, and harp).

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

Live Music. 5 p.m.–8 p.m.

Beautiful Music Paint It Black Quartet (cello, flute, viola, and violin).

The Morse Museum hours from November through April are 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday, and l p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Regular admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $1 for students, and free for children under 12. All visitors receive free admission from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays, November through April.

For more information, please visit morsemuseum.org.

Gator Gully Splash Park Additions at Gatorland

Gator Gully Splash Park is opening with new additions just in time for Spring Break at Gatorland, the “Alligator Capital of the World!”

The new attraction, included with admission, brings more cool-down fun for kids and family members of all ages with the brand-new water features.

“We know how much our guests love our Splash Park and cooling off during their visit, so we are working hard to keep making it better,” said Mark McHugh, President and CEO of Gatorland. “Kids, parents and grandparents all have something to enjoy at Gator Gully.”

Visitors will now enjoy a colorful collection of majestic coconut palm sprayers, a radiant butterfly, a zany water dragon, and brand-new gator sculptures to sit on for all the splashes and fun.

Gator Gully Splash Park provides cool-to-the-touch floor panels, shade, and vibrant, oversized Adirondack chairs for parents and grandparents to watch the little ones and have fun.

In addition to the Gator Gully Splash Park improvements, now through March 31, Florida Residents get half-off a single-day admission ticket.

Florida residents must show proof of residency is required and can only be purchased in person at the Gatorland Admission windows.

Gatorland is a 110-acre theme park combining Old Florida charm with exciting experiences, exhibits, and entertainment. Orlando Weekly’s Best of Orlando® 2022 and 2021 Readers’ Poll named Gatorland the Best Attraction That’s Not A Theme Park and Best Zip Line or Ropes Course for Gatorland’s Screamin’ Gator Zip Line. Gatorland was also named by the Orlando Weekly Readers’ Poll in 2022 among the Top 3 Best Local Animal Rescue and Best Place For Family Fun and by Watermark Magazine’s 2023 Wave Awards as Orlando’s Best Hidden Gem.

Originally opened as a roadside attraction in 1949, the park is celebrating its 74^th Anniversary in 2023. This iconic park provides affordably priced family fun featuring thousands of alligators and crocodiles, a breeding marsh with an observation tower, a free-flight aviary, a nature walk, a petting zoo, educational wildlife programs, an award-winning gift shop,

Florida’s best train ride, Gator Gully Splash Park, on-site restaurant, and one-of-a-kind shows, including Gator Jumparoo, Alligators-Legends of the Swamp, and Up-close Encounters. Popular adventure experiences inside the park include the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line and Stompin’ Gator Off-Road Adventure.

For more Gatorland info., visit the official website or call 800-393-JAWS.

WonderWorks Orlando Celebrates 25th Anniversary

WonderWorks Orlando is celebrating 25 years in Orlando and hosting a birthday bash guests won’t want to miss!

The celebration will take place all day long on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 9 am until midnight. WonderWorks is offering the first 25 visitors free admission to kick off their 25th anniversary birthday bash, and admission for everyone else that day will be the celebratory discounted rate of $25, plus tax, for an All-Access pass, which provides access to all the interactive exhibits inside. Everyone can take part in this fun-filled day to celebrate the 25^th anniversary of Orlando’s iconic upside-down house.

“Time really does fly when you’re having fun!” says Brian Wayne, general manager at WonderWorks Orlando. “It’s crazy to think that WonderWorks has been around for 25 years. We’re looking forward to celebrating with the Orlando community on the 4th.”

WonderWorks opened its doors to the public on March 4, 1998, and has been delighting families, locals, and tourists worldwide ever since. Florida legend John Morgan founded WonderWorks to bring a top-rated attraction that focused on the wonders of learning to the Orlando area. He succeeded and in doing so, has helped millions of visitors have fun, learn, and create memories over the years. The brand has grown tremendously over the past 25 years, with six total locations thriving nationwide today.

The 25^th anniversary birthday bash on March 4, 2023, is slated to be an exciting day with lots planned. Some of the special offerings include:

Free admission for the first 25 people.
All-Access admission tickets for $25, plus tax.
An online ticket flash sale from 9 am to noon. The tickets will be valid for one year from purchase. Check social media pages on March 4, 2023, for the coupon code.
Unveiling of new exhibits, appearances by mascot Professor Wonder throughout the day, a roaming magician, and more. New exhibits include the Touch & Go Digital Display and a Route 66 traveling exhibit.

“This is going to be an Orlando birthday bash for the books!” adds Davianys Ramos, sales manager at WonderWorks Orlando. “We’ve got so many exciting offerings coming up that will allow guests to have fun, save money, take a trip down memory lane, and more.”

WonderWorks Orlando is home to over 100 hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) exhibits that challenge the mind and spark the imagination, including the Hurricane Shack, Bed of Nails, Bubble Lab, glow-in-the-dark ropes course, and Astronaut Training Gyro. Guests can explore space, light, sound, extreme weather, pressure, and more.

WonderWorks Orlando is located at 9067 International Drive and is open 365 days a year. It offers a variety of group opportunities, including visits for scouts, summer camps, birthday parties, team building, and more.

Visit the official website to learn more about the opportunities offered or get ticket information.

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures Farmer’s Market

Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures, a leading Central Florida nature-based attraction, is excited to be the presenting sponsor of a new Farmer’s Market being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of every month, starting Feb. 18, at the adjacent Southport Park in Kissimmee

The Southport Farmers Market will feature local live entertainment, a Family Fun Area with a bouncy house and face painting, and lots of local vendors selling fruit and vegetables, handcrafted items, baked goods, local honey, plants, jellies, jams, sauces, organic pet treats, and pet food, and much more.

“We are so excited to be a part of this great new Farmer’s Market, the first and only one in our area of Kissimmee and Poinciana,” said Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures Owner Margie Bryan. “We look forward to welcoming all the Farmer’s Market visitors to come and experience everything we have to offer.”

Visitors to the Southport Farmers Market will receive free admission to Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures, 10 percent off of Airboat Tours that day, free nectar for the Butterfly Encounter, and 50 percent off of Annual Passes.

For more information on the Southport Farmer’s Market, go to https://southportpark.com/farmers-markets-near-me/. Upcoming dates include:

April 15
May 20
June 17
July 15
August 19
September 16
October 21
November 18
December 16

Boggy Creek Airboat tours are priced at $35 for adults and $30 for children ages 3 to 10 for a half hour, $55 for adults, and $50 for children ages 3 to 10 for one hour. One-hour Sunset Tours are $68 for adults and $58 for children ages 3 to 10, and one-hour Night Tours are $73 for adults and $63 for children ages 3 to 10. All-inclusive packages featuring a 30-minute airboat ride, a hands-on gem and fossil mining experience, lunch, and park admission are $49.88 for adults and $39.99 for children ages 3 to 10, and $69.88 for adults and $59.29 for children ages 3 to 10 for a one-hour airboat ride, hands-on gem and fossil mining experience, lunch, and park admission. Private tours are also offered. All tours can be booked online.

Peppa Pig Theme Park Turns One

Yippee! It’s time to celebrate the World’s First Peppa Pig Theme Park turning one.

In honor of the first anniversary, Peppa Pig Theme Park is hosting a three-day-only “Turning One” party, Friday, February 24 through Sunday, February 26, with oinktastic, limited-time entertainment and activities for little piggies and their families.

Celebratory Shows

The weekend celebration kicks off on Fri., Feb. 24, with a special welcome show in Mr. Potato’s Showtime Arena when the Theme Park opens at 9 a.m., featuring Peppa and her family.

Oink and giggle with the limited-time, interactive show, Move, Groove & Celebrate, throughout the weekend, where little piggies can learn fun yoga poses, play Peppa-themed games and join in a celebration dance.

Peppa and her family can’t wait to meet families after the show as part of the festivities.

Oinktastic Activities

As part of the festivities, little piggies can participate in a scavenger hunt around Peppa Pig Theme Park to help Peppa find her friends so they can celebrate the Theme Park’s first year of fun!

Pick up a party crown and follow the clues around the park to collect stickers of Peppa’s friends for the celebration, all included with Theme Park admission during the event.

Explore the Theme Park’s six oinktastic rides and six themed playscapes to complete the party crown and snap a picture at one of the themed photo spots along the way.

The fun doesn’t stop inside the park! Families can share their memories with special Instagram stickers to continue the scavenger hunt fun from anywhere.

Limited-Time Party Treats

What’s a party without treats?

Celebrate the occasion with limited-time party treats from Miss Rabbit’s Diner.

Pick up one of Peppa’s Party Cupcakes, available in vanilla or chocolate with buttercream icing, sprinkles, and a party crown, or get a party pack of cupcakes for the whole family. Enjoy a specialty Celebration Milkshake, a cake batter-flavored treat topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a party crown.

A LEGOLAND Florida Resort Gold Plus or Platinum Annual Pass is the best way to experience this event and an oinktastic year of fun at Peppa Pig Theme Park.

Learn more by visiting the park’s official website!

Indigo Bluegrass BBQ at the Central Florida Zoo

The second annual Indigo Bluegrass BBQ at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) will take place on February 11, 2023.

The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. at the OCIC, with parking at Cassia Community Center, 29245 Florida Highway 44 in Eustis.

The country casual event will allow guests to get outside and enjoy the sounds of the popular Lake County group, Blackwater Creek Bluegrass Band.

A delicious selection of barbecue favorites will also be served by OakWood Smokehouse & Grill.

During the event, beer will be provided by Wayne Densch, Inc., and wine will also be available.

“This event was so much fun last year that we knew we had to do it again,” said Dr. James Bogan, the director of the OCIC. “It allows guests to get away from everything for a day of great food, great music, and great company. Plus, we couldn’t do the work we do every day without this support. Attendees can help save a species.”

Proceeds from the event support the OCIC’s mission to re-introduce the eastern indigo snake—a threatened species native to the longleaf pine ecosystems of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Florida that has been affected by habitat loss. The OCIC also works to reintroduce the striped newt.

The OCIC is the only captive breeding facility for the eastern indigo snake with the sole purpose of releasing the offspring into regions where the population has been extirpated.

The group has released more than 300 snakes at The Nature Conservancy’s Apalachicola Bluffs, Ravines Preserve in Bristol and Alabama’s Conecuh National Forest.

Attendees are asked to park at the Cassia Community Center and will be shuttled to the event site. The sponsor for the event is Publix Super Market Charities.

Tickets are $30 per person or $50 for two and are available here.

Museum of Illusions Orlando presents Life in Neon

Get ready to glow! Museum of Illusions Orlando is throwing its first party of 2023, and you’re invited to grab a drink and trick your senses all night long.

On February 17, the Museum of Illusions Orlando will host Life in Neon, a nighttime event where guests can explore the museum’s mind-bending exhibits and party under neon lights.

The party will take place from 8 to 11 p.m. and promises colorful fun with body paint, live EDM DJs, and a cash bar provided by ICON Park.

With live music, delicious drinks and unique picture opportunities, Life in Neon is the perfect date night for the weekend following Valentine’s Day.

Dazzling décor and colorful lighting will provide an exciting new take on the museum’s fan-favorite exhibits.

From LED light-up balloons in the Infinity Room to the addition of a sparkling disco ball in the Head on a Plate exhibit, guests will find fun, new decorations at every turn.

There will also be glowsticks and other props for guests as they experience the optical illusions and photo ops.

“We love to welcome guests to our world of illusions every day and Life in Neon is an exciting way to experience Museum of Illusions like never before,” said Dayna Alcott, general manager of Museum of Illusions Orlando. “The body paint and neon lights will create fun photo opportunities all of our guests are sure to love!”

Admission to the party is $29.99 per ticket and guests must be 21+ to attend.

Museum of Illusions Orlando isn’t your average museum. You won’t find “do not touch” signs, get shushed by curators, or have to follow around tour guides – Instead, it encourages guests to get a hands-on experience and explore all the wonders of the mind through more than 50 engaging exhibits.

To learn more about Museum of Illusions Orlando or to book tickets, visit https://moiorlando.com/.

Country Nights Live Experience Coming to Orlando

Grab your cowboy boots and get ready for a good ole Southern time at Country Nights Live – a new dinner experience – is coming to Orlando this spring.

Presented by Orlando Dinner Entertainment – the creator of Pirates Dinner Adventure – the experience was created with families in mind.

Featuring live music, dancing, and delicious food, this interactive experience will transport you from the big city to a classic Southern hoedown.

“City lights have nothing on our country nights,” said Nick Kroger, Show Director for Country Nights Live. “Pirates Dinner Adventure has been offering family-friendly entertainment to Central Florida for more than 25 years and we’re always looking for new experiences to bring our guests. Country Nights Live allows our guests to become part of the show and is sure to create memories that last a lifetime.”

From February 2 to February 25, guests can get an exclusive look at the new show during sneak peek performances.

During this time, tickets are available for 50 percent off. To redeem this offer, visit www.countrynightslive.com and use code CNL502023 at checkout.

Country Nights Live isn’t your average dinner show. After you enjoy a mouth-watering spread of country cooking, it’s time to get ready for a knee-slapping, foot-stomping good time!

You become part of the show and learn how to do real country dances during the show.

For more information or to book your tickets now, visit http://www.countrynightslive.com.

Big Bounce America Debuts in Orlando

Big Bounce America Orlando February 2023

The Big Bounce America 2023 tour comes to Dezerland Action Park Orlando this February with the most action-packed experience of the year.

This experience is s perfect for adventurous families and can be enjoyed from Saturday, February 4^th through Sunday, February 5^th, and Friday, February 10^th through Sunday, February 12^th.

Featuring the only Guinness-certified world record holder of The World’s Largest Bounce House, The Big Bounce America is the biggest touring inflatable event in the world.

Sophia Wilson, Chief Operating Officer of The Big Bounce America, shared how important the event is for the times: “We need more fun in the world! After the times we’ve just gone through, we invite you to kick those shoes off and let loose for a while. We have the perfect event to allow kids and adults alike to get out of the house and enjoy an outdoor event like they’ve never experienced… this is going to be one immersive bouncing festival for all ages!”

It includes four massive inflatable attractions that you will have to see to believe.

There is a 16,000 sq. foot World’s Largest Bounce House that includes giant slides, ball pits, climbing towers, basketball hoops, and fun, friendly, over-sized characters of various colors, shapes, and sizes for those all-important Instagram moments.

New to the Big Bounce America tour is the Sport Slam, featuring a customized sports arena.

There are also special zones for climbing and a ‘battle zone’ where you can compete against your family and friends to see who can stay on their podium the longest.

For the athletes, there is an incredible 900+ ft. long obstacle course named The Giant.

There are 50 different obstacles to overcome as you make your way from the start line to our grand finale monster slide. Whether you’re looking for some fun competition between family and friends, or you want to bounce around the weird and colorful inflatable landscape at your own pace, The Giant is not to be missed!

And rounding out the most massive inflatable lineup, a unique, space-themed wonderland called airSPACE.

At the center of this dreamland is a custom-built stage where the resident DJ turns up the party, hosting games, and competitions and playing music tailored to each age group.

Everyone is invited to enjoy the experience as sessions are organized by age, ranging from tiny tots to adult-only sessions.

The Big Bounce America continues to turn up the wow factor on family-friendly entertainment!

All-Access Tickets are available online and jam-packed with value. These tickets include a three-hour pass to the event, a timed session on The World’s Largest Bounce House, and unlimited access to Sport Slam, The Giant, and airSPACE!

Tickets start at just $22. Events are expected to sell out; advanced tickets are encouraged.

Tank America now open in Orlando

What’s better than driving a 17-ton tank? Driving a tank and crushing cars! You can do all this at Tank America, now located in Orlando.

Previously located in Melbourne, Florida, Tank America has made the move to Orlando and is now just outside of Baldwin Park, welcoming guests for a chance to get behind the controls of a 17-ton FV433 real military tank. Orlando’s newest attraction is on 14 acres of land and puts guests right in the center of the action as they navigate jungle terrain, hills, and mud holes.

The new adventure park offers several high-intensity packages to give guests an immersive tank-driving experience. Each package includes a safety and vehicle briefing and offers an additional way to explore the terrain.

Tank America Packages include:

Basic Tank Training: After a safety briefing from the platoon Commander at Headquarters, you will board one of our 17-ton tanks. Lead your crew through a 1/2-mile tank course that requires you to navigate hairpin turns, climb a fifteen-foot hill, and cross trenches.

Commander Package: Take the same epic adventure as the Basic Tank Training package with the added challenge of driving from inside the belly of the tank, navigating only through the vehicle’s periscope as if you’re driving into combat.

Advanced Troop Package: Take the action up a notch and upgrade to the Advanced Troop Package to add a car crush, mud hole, and complimentary additional guest. This package is perfect for guests looking for even more destructive fun! The driver will find themselves face to face with a real car they get to drive over and crush three times from three different angles. The glass will shatter, metal will fly, and the headlights will pop under the weight of 17 tons of armored tank fury.

Ultimate Package: With the Ultimate Package, you get to experience all that Tank America offers. Drive the tank course, including all the additional obstacles and the excitement of crushing a car. You can also test your skills using only the periscope and guidance from your tank commander to navigate through the Battle Front in combat locked up.

Tank America also offers packages for group visits. From bachelor parties to team building and anything in between, groups can come together and bond as they work through the experience. Get your adrenaline pumping behind the wheel of one of the awesome tanks.

“Tank America is one of the only places in the country you can get behind the wheel of a real tank outside of the Army,” said Tank America partner John Kinney. “If you’re looking for a thrilling experience outside of the theme parks, it doesn’t get more thrilling than Tank America.”

The FV433 Abbot Tank holds one driver and three passengers. Guests must be 16 years old to drive a tank and at least 55 inches tall to ride as a passenger. Operating hours are Thursday through Monday from noon to 6 p.m.

To learn more about Tank America, visit www.tankamerica.com.

Christmas Magic at Pirates Dinner Adventure

Santa’s sleigh brought him all the way from the North Pole to Central Florida to celebrate the holidays at Pirates Dinner Adventure!

If you’re looking for a new tradition, the whole family will love, prepare for a jolly good time and a swashbuckling adventure.

Starting November 25, Pirates Dinner Adventure will be spreading Christmas cheer with special holiday offerings through Dec. 31. Guests can experience the action, romance, and excitement of the classic dinner show with a holiday overlay featuring Christmas music and a ship-side visit from a special guest at the end of the show.

During the post-show Buccaneer Bash, guests can party with pirates and take pictures with the Jolly Old Elf himself! A special photo package will be available for purchase.

The attraction’s adult-only, burlesque-inspired show, Teatro Martini, is also getting in the holiday spirit with its own festive overlay throughout the season. Teatro Martini features some of the world’s top performers in various arts, including aerial, comedy, magic, and more.

“The holidays are a magical time in Central Florida and we know Pirates Dinner Adventure will be the perfect place to make new memories with the whole family,” said Amber Valois, sales and marketing manager for the attraction. “We also have Teatro Martini, which is a special show for couples and adults who don’t want to miss out on the holiday fun as well. From the festive shows to classic photos with Santa, you can’t miss our one-of-a-kind holiday experiences!”

Pirates Dinner Adventure’s general admission includes a three-course dinner with unlimited soft drinks.

Ticket prices for the Christmas show are $67.95 for adults and $41.95 for children three to 10. Kids two and under are free.

The show runs Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 4 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 6 p.m.

Call 407-206-5102 or click here to book.

Christmas Nights in Lights to Debut in Orlando

Christmas Nights in Lights, an all-new seasonal attraction, will debut its affordable holiday fun for all ages this November at Dezerland Park on International Drive.

“After a successful eight-year run in Mobile, Alabama, we are excited to bring our attraction to Central Florida residents and business and leisure visitors from around the globe,” said Ari Rosenbaum, president, MSEG, the presenting partner of Christmas Nights in Lights. “The advance-reservation option makes it convenient and easy for guests to fit this experience into their busy holiday schedules.”

Christmas Nights in Lights is a dazzling drive-thru light show fully synchronized to popular holiday classics tuned directly to each vehicle’s car stereo on a private radio frequency.

The all-new seasonal attraction will take guests through a showcase of holiday displays and more than 1.5 million “dancing” lights.

Guests never have to exit their cars; they can simply sit back, relax, and take in the spectacle of the synchronized light show before them.

MSEG plans to establish Christmas Nights in Lights as a festive staple of the Central Florida-themed attraction circuit.

Added Rosenbaum, “Whenever we experience the magic of the holiday season, we all become kids again. We are looking forward to seeing all the smiling and awestruck faces of both children and the young at heart at our not-to-be-missed attraction.

The attraction will be open from November 11, 2022, through January 1, 2023, 6-11 p.m., rain or shine.

Per vehicle, admission starts at $45. Tickets to reserve a one-hour time window visit www.nightsinlights.com.

Dezerland Park is located at 5250 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819; entry off West Oak Ridge Road into the parking lot is recommended.