On the Go in the Parks: March 25-27, 2022

On the Go in the parks March 25-27 2022
Don’t forget you can find out more about what’s On the Go in the Parks by tuning into at WDBO for Orlando’s News and Talk with Joe Kelley at 6:08 pm.

The weather is going to be PERFECT for having the best day ever On the Go in the Parks on March 25-27, 2002.

On the Go in the Parks: March 25-27, 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:

  • The Orchestra starring former members of ELO: March 25-28

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

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
Universal Orlando Resort Universal's Mardi Gras 2022

Get ready to let the good times roll again as Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras returns through April 24, 2022.

This year’s celebration is filling Universal Studios Florida with a spectacular Mardi Gras parade with new floats, celebratory cuisine featuring diverse flavors from around the world, the much-awaited return of star-studded live concerts, a new tribute store, and so much more.

Mardi Gras happens on select nights and is included in the price of admission to Universal Studios Florida!

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Concert Series

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

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

The Revivalists: Friday, March 25 @8:30 pm

The Revivalists’ hits include “Wish I Knew You,” “All My Friends,” “Soulfight” and “Keep Going.” The band was named Billboard’s Top New Rock Artist of 2017.

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Jimmie Allen: Saturday, March 26 @ 8:30 pm

Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-nominated, CMA & ACM Award-winning country artist Jimmie Allen is one of today’s hottest, chart-topping entertainers.

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Jason Derulo: Sunday, March 27 @ 8:30 pm

Jason Derulo has sold over 200 million records with smash hits including “Whatcha Say,” “In My Head,” “Savage Love,” “Trumpets” and “Talk Dirty.”

Seven Seas Food Festival
SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival Group

SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating food from around the world with their annual Seven Seas Food Festival that’s packed with more flavor than ever before every Thursday through Sunday, until May 8.

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

Tribute to Whitney Houston, Donna Summer, and Stevie Wonder
Tribute Artists: Saturday, March 26 at Bayside Stadium
  • Divas of Soul – Tribute to Donna Summer at 2:00 pm
  • Divas of Soul – Tribute to Whitney Houston at 4:00 pm
  • Hotter Than July – Tribute to Stevie Wonder at 6:00 pm
Breland
Breland: Sunday, March 27 @ 7:00 p.m. at Bayside Stadium
Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

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.

Updated Safety Information

Disney Springs Reopening

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

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

FL Resident Weekday Magic

Florida Resident Disney Weekday Magic Tickets: Enjoy 2 days of theme park fun for $149, plus tax.

Florida Resident Annual Passes: Enjoy the magic all year long with an Annual Pass. Florida Resident Disney Pixie Dust Pass is $19 per month, plus a down payment.

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

Mardi Gras Universal Orlando Resort

Get 2 days free with a 2-Park 2-Day Ticket and experience 4 days total at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Ticket Offer Details:

  • Purchase By: March 31, 2022
  • When to Go: Now – June 30, 2022
  • NO BLOCKOUT DATES
  • Can be used on non-consecutive days.
  • Prices Vary by Day and Season: Check the pricing calendar for specific travel dates (price determined by date of first visit)
  • Online Only. Offer not available at the front gate.
  • Valid Florida photo ID required.
  • Restrictions apply.

Add a day at Volcano Bay for only $29 more!

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando Welcome Harbour Vertical

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

Discovery Cove Shark Swim

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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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Topiaries

The highlight of any visit to the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is definitely the Disney and Pixar character topiaries.

These iconic and towering topiaries can be found throughout the park, and are sure to brighten up the rainiest Spring day!

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Topiary Locations

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Goofy Topiary and Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration Cake – Main Entrance

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Sorcerer Mickey Mouse, Brooms, Ostriches, Hippo and Gator – Entrance to World Showcase

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Woody, Bo Peep, and Her Sheep – near The Land Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary


Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie – Bridge to World Showcase

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary


Pluto and Chip ‘n’ Dale – The American Adventure Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Buzz Lightyear – near Mission: SPACE

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Figment – near Imagination!

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

The Three Caballeros (Jose, Donald, and Panchito) – Mexico Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Anna and Elsa – Norway Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Troll – Norway Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary


Dragon – Japan Pavilion near Torii Gate

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Pandas – China Pavilion

Simba and Friends (Rafiki, Simba, Mufasa, and Sarabi) – Between Imagination! and The Land Pavilion

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Topiaries Disney Topiary

Pumbaa and Timon – Between Imagination! and The Land Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs – Germany Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Lady and the Tramp – Italy Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Beauty and the Beast – France Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Lumiere and Cogsworth – France Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy – Germany Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary
2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Peter Pan, Captain Hook, and Tick Tock Croc  – Between the United Kingdom and Canada Pavilions

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Winnie the Pooh and Friends (Rabbit, Eeyore, Piglet, and Tigger) – United Kingdom Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Tinker Bell’s Fairy House Garden – United Kingdom Pavilion

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Topiary

Bambi and Friends – near Imagination!

Want to find out more information about the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival? Check out our Foodie Guide, Garden Rocks Schedule, Garden Rocks Dining, Merchandise, and more!

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On the Go in the Parks: March 18-20, 2022

Don’t forget you can find out more about what’s On the Go in the Parks by tuning into at WDBO for Orlando’s News and Talk with Joe Kelley at 6:08 pm.

As we wrap up Spring Break locally, more visitors are going to be On the Go in Parks March 18-20, 2022, so be sure to pack your patience.

On the Go in the Parks: March 18-20, 2022

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Epcot Flower & 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:

  • Mike DelGuidice, currently on tour with Billy Joel: March 18 & 19
  • Kool & The Gang* – NEW!: March 20 & 21

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

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
Universal Orlando Resort Universal's Mardi Gras 2022

Get ready to let the good times roll again as Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras returns through April 24, 2022.

This year’s celebration is filling Universal Studios Florida with a spectacular Mardi Gras parade with new floats, celebratory cuisine featuring diverse flavors from around the world, the much-awaited return of star-studded live concerts, a new tribute store, and so much more.

Mardi Gras happens on select nights and is included in the price of admission to Universal Studios Florida!

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Concert Series

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

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Khalid: Friday, March 18 @ 8:30 pm

R&B singer/songwriter Khalid has garnered six Grammy Awards and numerous other honors for such hits as “Location,” “Talk” and “Young Dumb & Broke.”

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Seal: Saturday, March 19 @ 8:30 pm

With hits like “Crazy” and “Kiss from a Rose,” London-born singer Seal has earned multiple Grammy awards and sold more than 30 million albums worldwide.

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Gavin DeGraw: Sunday, March 20 @ 8:30 pm

Singer/songwriter Gavin DeGraw’s hits include “I Don’t Want to Be,” “In Love With a Girl” and “Not Over You.”

Seven Seas Food Festival
Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld Orlando 2022

SeaWorld Orlando is kicking off 2022 with the Seven Seas Food Festival that’s packed with more flavor than ever before every Thursday through Sunday, until May 8.

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

  • Everclear– Saturday, March 19 at 7:00 pm
  • Steve Augeri, former lead vocalist of Journey– Sunday, March 20 at 7:00 pm
Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

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.

Updated Safety Information

Disney Springs Reopening

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

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

FL Resident Weekday Magic

Florida Resident Disney Weekday Magic Tickets: Enjoy 2 days of theme park fun for $149, plus tax.

Florida Resident Annual Passes: Enjoy the magic all year long with an Annual Pass. Florida Resident Disney Pixie Dust Pass is $19 per month, plus a down payment.

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

Mardi Gras Universal Orlando Resort

Get 2 days free with a 2-Park 2-Day Ticket and experience 4 days total at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Ticket Offer Details:

  • Purchase By: March 31, 2022
  • When to Go: Now – June 30, 2022
  • NO BLOCKOUT DATES
  • Can be used on non-consecutive days.
  • Prices Vary by Day and Season: Check the pricing calendar for specific travel dates (price determined by date of first visit)
  • Online Only. Offer not available at the front gate.
  • Valid Florida photo ID required.
  • Restrictions apply.

Add a day at Volcano Bay for only $29 more!

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando Welcome Harbour Vertical

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

Discovery Cove Shark Swim

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 InstagramTwitterFacebook, and YouTube
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Art in Bloom: Festival of Fine Arts & Flowers

Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art

Celebrate the return of spring with Art in Bloom: Festival of Fine Arts and Flowers, a museum-wide showcase of floral interpretations, antique dealers, and lifestyle designs to inspire everyone, at the Orlando Museum of Art, March 24-27, 2022, with show hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Presented by the Council of 101, this annual springtime fundraiser advances the many educational programs and exhibits of the Museum. The event will feature special events, art auctions, curated antiques and an outdoor farmers market, and daily entertainment.

“From garden enthusiasts to art interpreters, Art in Bloom has a little something for everyone,” said Joan Kennedy, President of Council of 101. “We’re very excited to host this festival and kickoff spring, bringing a mixture of art and nature’s beauty to Orlando.”  

Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art

Art in Bloom Daily Show Features

  • Antique Dealers
  • Appraisal Days
  • Art Auction
  • Blooming Orchids
  • Café 101
  • Floral Interpretations
  • Outdoor Farmers Market
  • Tables in Bloom

The Council of 101 has raised over 12 million dollars for the Orlando Museum of Art’s educational programs and operational expenses over the years.

Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art

Art in Bloom General Admission Tickets:                                                     

  • $20 Adults / $12 Children (Ages 3-12) / $12 Seniors (60+), Military, First Responders
  • Tickets for general admission and all events will be sold on Eventbrite beginning February 24th
  • Admission includes access to the Museum’s current exhibitionsArt in Bloom, and Cafe 101. 
  • Parking is available on-site for $5.
  • Advanced, online ticket purchase is encouraged.  Tickets will also be available at the door.  
Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art

Art in Bloom Show Hours

Thursday, March 24

  • Opening Night Preview party
  • 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
  • $ 130 per person / Includes show admission
  • Celebrate Art in Bloom at the Opening Night Preview Party benefiting the Orlando Museum of Art with an evening of elegance. Guests will enjoy exquisite culinary creations, beverages, delightful entertainment and complimentary valet parking.

 Friday, March 25

  • VIP Event + Lecture + Book Signing with Guest Speaker Danielle Rollins
  • Be one of the lucky guests to mix and mingle with Danielle Rollins – tastemaker, trendsetter and author! Enjoy lite bites and libations before her Gracious Living and Stylish Entertaining lecture and have the opportunity to purchase A Home for All Seasons and have it signed by Danielle. Reserved seating for VIP ticket holders.
  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
  • $ 125 per person / Includes show admission
  • Lecture + Book Signing with Guest Speaker Danielle Rollins
  • Please join us to hear Danielle Rollins speak about Gracious Living and Stylish Entertaining. Following the lecture you will have the opportunity to purchase her book A Home for All Seasons and have it signed. 
  • 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • $ 50 per person / Includes show admission

Saturday, March 26

  • Mystery Home Tour11 a.m.; 12 p.m.; 1 p.m.; 2 p.m.
  • $ 45 per person / Includes show admission / Limited capacity
  • Hop on Board! You will be transported by bus from the Orlando Museum of Art to the undisclosed mystery home. Once you arrive you will hear about the beautiful antiques and special features of this awe-inspiring home. This event is has very limited availability and will sell out quickly. 
Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art

 Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27

  • What it’s Worth? Appraisal Days
  • 12:00 – 2:00pm 
  • $10 Per Item / Verbal appraisal only / General admission ticket required 
  • Reservations begin at 11:00am each day 
  • Do you have a family heirloom or interesting “find?” Antiques expert and Show Manager, Charlie Miller, will give you a professional appraisal of your treasure.

 Sunday, March 27

  • Family Fun Activities: Engage in a museum scavenger hunt, shop the Outdoor Farmers Market, or escape to the fresh air in Loch Haven Cultural Park for a family picnic. Before you head home, the Orlando Science Center welcomes you to step inside for a visit!
  • Sunday Jazz Sounds: Be swept away by the sounds of Jazz while enjoying a leisurely Sunday at the Museum.  Sunny smiles and Southern hospitality are the order of the day in Café 101!

 For more information, please visit the website or call 407-896-4231 ext. 254.

Art in Bloom 2022 Orlando Museum of Art
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2022 Seven Seas Food Festival Menus

SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival Group

SeaWorld’s culinary masters are turning up the flavor and inviting you to experience unique eats and distinct beverages from around the world during the Seven Seas Food Festival.

Enjoy the wide selection of food and drinks during the Seven Seas Food Festival, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, until May 8.

Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld Orlando 2019

The best way to sip and savor? The Seven Seas Food Festival Tasting Lanyard! Guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 10-sample lanyard starting at only $65 or take it up a notch and with the fan-favorite 15-sample lanyard for the best savings. 

SeaWorld Orlando Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 18 samples for the price of 15!                                                     

SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival 2022 Event Map
Seven Seas Food Festival Culinary Marketplace Hours

Thursdays and Fridays: 1:00 p.m. – Park Close
Saturdays and Sundays: 12:00 p.m. – Park Close

2022 Seven Seas Food Festival Menus

Flamecraft Bar Beverages at SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival

1. Flamecraft Bar

CRAFT BREWS
Featuring 13 Rotating Draught Beers

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
Frozen Flamecraft Breeze: Bacardi Superior Rum, Vodka, Blue Curacao, Triple Sec, Grenadine, Orange & Pineapple
Frozen Vodka Blue Lemonade: Tito’s Vodka, Blueberry Liquor, Triple Sec, Lemonade
Frozen Miami Vice: Blend of Piña Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri
Mojito: Flor de Caña Rum, Bar Draught Craft Mojito with Fresh Mint & Lime
Margarita: Milagro Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Lime
Blackberry Bramble: Gin, Blackberry Liqueur, Blackberry, Lemon

Beers

2. New! Sunshine Hops

CRAFT BREWS
New! Tropical Hazy Sour Ale: Anderson Valley Brewing Company, Boonville, CA
New! Blood Orange Sunset IPA: South Beach Brewing

WINE
New! Line 39 Sauvignon Blanc: Lake County, CA

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Watermelon Frosé: Watermelon, Rosé Wine, Lime

Jack Daniels

3. New! Jack Daniels Tasting

Gentleman Jack
– Tennessee Fire
– Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel
– Tennessee Apple

Mudslide and Cheesecake Cones

4. Café De Mar

Rainbow Cheesecake Waffle Cone 
Banana Fosters Cheesecake Waffle Cone 
White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Waffle Cone 

CRAFT BREW
New! 420 Extra Pale Ale: Sweet Water Brewing Company, Atlanta, GA

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
Frozen Mudslide: Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Milk & Chocolate
Frozen Mojito: Flor de Caña Rum, Mint & Lime
Frozen Milagro Margarita: Milagro Tequila, Triple Sec & Lemon Lime
Frozen Lynchburg Lemonade: Jack Daniel’s, Lemonade, Triple Sec & Sprite

Shrimp Skewer and Rum Cake

5. Caribbean Market

New! Montego Bay Spicy Shrimp Skewer: Fried Sweet Plantains, Lime Aioli
– Jerk Chicken Hot Slider Reimagined!: Brown Sugar, Pineapple Salsa
New! Caribbean Spicy Rum Cake: Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum Glaze, Brown Sugar

CRAFT BREW
New! Red Stripe Bold Pale Lager: Desnoes & Geddes, Jamaica

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
– Caribbean Rum Runner: Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum (US Virgin Islands), Malibu Coconut Rum (Barbados), Blackberry Brandy, Banana Liqueur, Orange & Pineapple Juices
Caribbean Sunset (Non-alcoholic): Fresh Lemonade, Orange Juice, Grenadine, Sprite

Lobster Mac and Cheese

6. All-American Market

– Brisket Totchos: Slowly Smoked Brisket, Crispy Potato Tots, Kraft Heinz MAYOCHUP
Lobster, White Cheddar KRAFT Mac N Cheese: Kraft Heinz’s White Cheddar Mac N Cheese combined with Lobster Bisque & Lobster Chunks
Funnel Cake: Glazed Strawberries, Chocolate, or Nutella

CRAFT BREWS
New! Orange Crush Pale Wheat Ale: Hidden Spring Brewery, Tampa, FL
New! Yuengling Lager: D.G. Yuengling and Son Brewery, Pottsville, PA

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
New! Passion Fruit Mimosa: Champagne, Passion Fruit Puree, St~Germain Elderflower

Korean BBQ Lamb Ribs

7. Polynesian Market

Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl Reimagined!: Maui Sweet Onion, Crunchy Hawaiian Nuts, Chili Aioli
New! Lu’au BBQ Lamb Ribs: Pineapple BBQ Sauce, Tropical Rice

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Aloha Lemonade: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Fresh Lemonade topped with POM Pomegranate Juice

Lobster Roll and Clam Chowder

8. North Atlantic Market

New! New England Lobster & Shrimp Roll: Buttered Bun, Cider and Lime Aioli, House Kettle Chips
New! Newport Clam & Corn Chowder: Roasted Corn, Clams, Bacon Bits, Croutons
Pan Seared Scallop Reimagined!: Tapioca Risotto, Grilled Vegetables, Cabot Cheddar * VEGAN option also available*

CRAFT BREWS
New! Imperial Hazy IPA: Lone Pine Brewing, Portland, ME
New! Narragansett Lager: Narragansett, Providence, RI

WINES
New! Riesling, Hogue Cellars Prosser, WA
New! Meade: Bunratty Mead and Liqueur Co. Ltd. Clare, Ireland

Cocktail Punches

9. Coaster Cocktails

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
Ice Breaker: Reyka Vodka, Watermelon Juice, Monin Lavender Syrup, Lime
Kraken: Monkey Shoulder Whiskey, Almond, Orange Juice, Angostura Bitters
Manta: Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Passion Fruit Puree, Hibiscus, Lemonade
Mako: Milagro Tequila, Monin Blueberry, Pineapple Juice, Citrus Sour

Wines

10. New! Taste of Sicily

RED WINES
New! Stemmari Hedonis Riserva: Stemmari Winery, Sicily, Italy
New! Planeta Nerello Mascalese Eruzi: Planeta Winery, Sicily, Italy

WHITE WINES
New! Planeta Etna Bianco Carricante: Planeta Winery, Sicily, Italy
– New! Stemmari Dalila Bianco Riserva: Stemmari Winery, Sicily, Italy

ROSÉ WINE
New! Planeta Rosé, Planeta Winery, Sicily, Italy

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
New! Amaro Shot: Italian Herbal Liqueur, Bitter-Sweet Flavor
New! Limoncello Shot: Italian Lemon Liqueur
New! Gra’it Verra Grappa Italiana Shot: Italian Brandy, Blend of the Finest Italian Grape Pomace including Barolo, Moscato D’Asti, Amarone, Prosecco, Brunello, Aglianico and Nero D’Avola

Hot Mozzarella with Cherry Tomato Bruschetta and Palermo Fontina Cheese Meatballs

11. Italian Market

Palermo Fontina Cheese Meatballs: Fontina Cheese, Fresh Herbs, Pomodoro Sauce
New! Hot Mozzarella with Cherry Tomato Bruschetta: Melting Mozzarella, Cherry Tomato Salad, Crostino Bread
Tiramisu Reimagined!: Ladyfingers Soaked in Espresso and Rum, Laced with Creamy Mascarpone

CRAFT BREW
New! Nastro Azzuro, Pale Lager: Peroni Brewery, Vigevano, Italy

WINE
New! Grappa di Brunello, Castello Banfi, Italy

Seven Seas Food Festival Wine Tasting

12. New! Wine Tasting with Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards

Southern Red: True Balance of Aromas with Refreshing Aftertaste
Southern White: Finishes Slightly Sweet
– Cabernet Sauvignon: Full Bodied Finish with Rich, Deep Color
Sunblush: Light, Crisp and Refreshing

Cutwater Spirits available during Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld Orlando

13. Cutwater Spirits

CUTWATER FROZEN MARAGARITA POPSICLES
– Lime, Strawberry, Mango & Pineapple

CUTWATER CANNED COCKTAILS
– Tequila Margarita
– Vodka Mule
– Rum Mint Mojito
– Tiki Rum Mai Tai

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Rum Mai Tai: Cutwater Bali Hai Tiki Gold Rum, Triple Sec, Orgeat, Lime

Grilled Lamb Chop and Berrie Panna Cotta

14. Mediterranean Market

Hummus with Parmesan Kettle Chips : Homemade Hummus with Chili Oil * VEGAN option also available*
Grilled Lamb Chop: Marinated with Rosemary, Garlic, and Mint
New! Berry Panna Cotta: Cream Custard, Mix Berry Coulis

CRAFT BREW
New! Blood Orange Wheat Ale: Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co., DeLand, FL

WINE
New! Méditerranée Rosé Studio: Miraval Mèditerranèe, France

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Sparkling St. Tropez: Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, St~Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Prosecco & Lemon

Picanha Steak

15. Brazilian Market

Pao de Queijo – Brazilian Cheese Bread
Brazilian Picanha Steak: Topped with Chimichurri
New! Maracuja Mojito Mousse: Passion Fruit, Mint

CRAFT BREW
New! Brazil Loves New England IPA: Ellipsis Brewing Orlando, FL

WINE
Passoã Sangria: Passoã Liquor, Rosse Wine, Fresh Oranges & Berries

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Basil & Mint Caipirinha: Leblon Cachaça, Fresh Basil, Mint & Lime

Waterway Bar Beer Pour

16. Waterway Bar

New! SeaWorld Fin Pretzel: Beer Cheese Dip

CRAFT BREWS
Featuring 12 Rotating Draught Brews

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
Frozen Watermelon Margarita: Milagro Tequila, Watermelon, or Lime
Piña Colada: Flor de Caña Rum, Cream of Coconut, and Pineapple Juice
Strawberry Daiquiri: Flor de Caña Rum, Strawberries, Lemon and Lime Juice

Tempura Brawns

17. Asian Market

Giant Panko Prawns Reimagined!: Sea Urchin Aioli, Fresh Lime
Crispy Pork Belly Bites: Sweet Soy & Ginger Glaze
Bingsu Salted Vanilla Ice Cream : Topped with Caramel Popcorn

CRAFT BREW
New! Kirin Ichiban Lager, Kirin Brewery, Japan
SAKE
New! Honjozo Tokubetsu, Akashi-Tai, Japan

SPECIALTY DRINK
New! Passion Fruit Iced Tea (Non-alcoholic)

Crispy Ruben Egg Roll Classic Mini Shepard's Pie Glazed Corn Beef

18. New! Ireland Market

New! Crispy Ruben Egg Roll: Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Thousand Island Dressing
– New! Classic Mini Shepherd’s Pie: Braised Lamb, Marble Potato, Cabbage, Cornbread
New! Glazed Corn Beef: Irish Whiskey Glaze, Marble Potato, Cabbage, Cornbread

CRAFT BREW
New! Guinness Irish Stout, Dublin, Ireland

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
New! Irish Cold Brew: Bailey’s Irish Cream, Jack Daniel’s Honey, Cold Brew

Beer pour at Mamas Pretzel Kitchen SeaWorld Orlando

19. Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen

CRAFT BREWS
Featuring 8 Rotating Draught Beers

Weiner Schnitzel Slider

20. German Market

Heritage Pork Schnitzel Slider: Beer Sauerkraut, German Mustard
Pretzel Bratwurst
Chocolate Dipped Foot Long Pretzel 

CRAFT BREWS
New! Hofbräu Hefe Weizen, Munich, Germany
New! König Pilsener Pilsner: König-Brauerei Brewery, Duisburg, Germany

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Jäger Bomb: Jägermeister, Monster Energy Drink, Cherry

Beer Flight

21. Beer Garden

CRAFT BREWS
New! High Stepper PA: Crooked Can Brewing Company, Winter Garden, FL
New! Jai Alai India Pale Ale: Cigar City Brewing, Tampa, FL
New! Free Dive IPA: Coppertail Brewing, Tampa, FL
New! I-4 IPA: Orlando Brewing Company, Orlando FL
New! Big Nose IPA: Swamp Head Brewery, Gainesville, FL
New! Hop Gun IPA: Funky Buddha Brewery, Oakland Park, FL

Gulf Gumbo\

22. Gulf Coast Market

New! Gulf Gumbo: New Orleans Classic, Shrimp, Sausage, Cajun Broth
Bourbon BBQ Smoked Pork Po’ Boy: Crisp Lettuce & Pickles
Beignets: Traditional Beignet with Powdered Sugar or Rum Glazed Bananas Foster Beignet

CRAFT BREWS
New! Turbodog Brown Ale: Abita Brewing Co., Covington, LA
New! Mango Wit Wheat: Proof Brewing Co., Tallahassee, FL

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Hurricane: Flor de Caña Rum, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, Passion Fruit & Orange

Dunken Shrimp Tostada

23. Mexican Market

New! Mini Churro Bites Dulce de Leche, Cinnamon Sugar
Drunken Shrimp Tostada: Tomato Aguachile, Cilantro & Avocado Crema
Beef Barbacoa Taco: Slowly Cooked, Guajillo Chili Flavored Beef served with a Corn Tortilla * VEGAN option also available*

CRAFT BREWS
New! Modelo Especial: Grupo Modelo Brewery, Mexico City, MX

New! Corona Premier: Grupo Modelo Brewery, Mexico City, MX

SPECIALTY COCKTAIL
Frozen Watermelon Margarita: Milagro Tequila, Watermelon, Lime

Beers at Glacier Bar SeaWorld Orlando

24. Glacier Bar

CRAFT BREWS
– Featuring 6 Rotating Draught Beers

SPECIALTY COCKTAILS
Frozen Piña Colada: Flor de Caña Rum, Cream of Coconut, and Pineapple Juice
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri: Flor de Caña Rum, Strawberries, Lemon and Lime Juice
Frozen Orlando Vice: Flor de Caña Rum, Cream of Coconut, Pineapple Juice, Strawberries, Lemon and Lime
Frozen Jack and Coke: Traditional Jack Daniel’s Whiskey & Frozen Coco-Cola ICEE
Frozen Fire & Ice: Jack Daniel’s Fire Cinnamon Whiskey & Frozen Vanilla Coca-Cola ICEE
Frozen Tennessee Honey: Jack Daniel’s Honey Whiskey & Frozen Cherry Coca-Cola ICEE

CRAFT COCKTAILS ON TAP
Sparkling Mojito: Flor de Caña Rum, Bar Draught Craft Mojito with Fresh Mint & Lime
Spicy Pineapple Margarita: Milagro Silver Tequila, Bar Draught Craft Spicy Margarita with Fresh Lime

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On the Go in the Parks: March 11-14, 2022

On the Go in the parks March 11-14 2022
Don’t forget you can find out more about what’s On the Go in the Parks by tuning into at WDBO for Orlando’s News and Talk with Joe Kelley at 6:08 pm.

Spring Break is here so get ready to eat, dance, and have a lot of fun as you are On the Go in Parks March 11-14, 2022.

On the Go in the Parks: March 11-14, 2022

Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

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.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

The 2022 Food & Wine Festival brings together the best in pop, rock, Latin, country, contemporary and classic music on select dates during the event. Concerts are free with park admission.

This weekend’s concert lineup includes:

  • Sean Paul: Friday, March 11 at 7:00 pm
  • American Authors: Saturday, March 12 at 7:00 pm
  • Boyce Avenue: Sunday, March 13 at 6:00 pm
Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Epcot Flower & 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:

  • Melina León – NEW!: March 11 & 12
  • CeCe Winans – NEW!: March 13 & 14

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

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
Universal Orlando Resort Universal's Mardi Gras 2022

Get ready to let the good times roll again as Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras returns through April 24, 2022.

This year’s celebration will fill Universal Studios Florida with a spectacular Mardi Gras parade with new floats, celebratory cuisine featuring diverse flavors from around the world, the much-awaited return of star-studded live concerts, a new tribute store, and so much more.

Mardi Gras happens on select nights and is included in the price of admission to Universal Studios Florida!

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Concert Series

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

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Lee Brice: Saturday, March 12 @ 8:30 pm

Lee Brice has eight #1 singles and multiple Country Music Association Award awards. Hits include “I Drive Your Truck,” “Love Like Crazy” and “I Hope You’re Happy Now.”

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022

Becky G: Sunday, March 13 @ 8:30 pm

Global superstar Becky G has two #1 Latin hits (“Mayores” and “Sin Pijama”) and has won two American Music Awards, including the first-ever for Favorite Latin Female Artist.

Seven Seas Food Festival
Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld Orlando 2022

SeaWorld Orlando is kicking off 2022 with the Seven Seas Food Festival that’s packed with more flavor than ever before every Thursday through Sunday, until May 8.

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

  • Tribute Artists– Saturday, March 12
    • Highway to Hell – A Tribute to AC/DC at 2:00 pm
    • Absolute Def Leppard – A Tribute to Def Leppard at 4:00 pm
    • Absolute Queen – A Tribute to Queen at 6:00 pm
  • LOCASH– Sunday, March 13 at 7:00 pm

Updated Safety Information

Disney Springs Reopening

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

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

FL Resident Weekday Magic

Florida Resident Disney Weekday Magic Tickets: Enjoy 2 days of theme park fun for $149, plus tax.

Florida Resident Annual Passes: Enjoy the magic all year long with an Annual Pass. Florida Resident Disney Pixie Dust Pass is $19 per month, plus down payment.

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

Mardi Gras Universal Orlando Resort

Get 2 days free with a 2-Park 2-Day Ticket and experience 4 days total at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Ticket Offer Details:

  • Purchase By: March 31, 2022
  • When to Go: Now – June 30, 2022
  • NO BLOCKOUT DATES
  • Can be used on non-consecutive days.
  • Prices Vary by Day and Season: Check the pricing calendar for specific travel dates (price determined by date of first visit)
  • Online Only. Offer not available at the front gate.
  • Valid Florida photo ID required.
  • Restrictions apply.

Add a day at Volcano Bay for only $29 more!

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando Welcome Harbour Vertical

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

Discovery Cove Shark Swim

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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2022 Gatorland Photography Program

Gatorland Photography

Gatorland is the”Alligator Capital of the World,” but the annual Gatorland Photography Program allows unique access for a limited time.

Gatorland’s Bird Rookery, created in 1991 as an alligator breeding marsh, attracts hundreds of wild birds every Spring.

The unique habitat has grown into one of the largest and most accessible wading bird rookeries in Florida, providing a protected area for nesting, foraging, and roosting for over 20 different species of wild birds, many of which are listed as Endangered or Species of Special Concern.

Gatorland has created a special photographer’s pass program offered on 10 select dates in March, April, and May, allowing early morning entry at 7 am before the park opens to the general public at 10 a.m.

Gatorland’s boardwalks provide birders and photographers with close access to incredible birds to capture stunning photographs.

Gatorland Photography

The 2022 Gatorland Photography Program dates are:

  • March 19
  • March 27
  • April 2
  • April 10
  • April 17
  • April 22
  • April 30
  • May 8
  • May 13
  • May 21

Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance, and availability is limited so booking right away is recommended.

Reservations can be made online at a cost of $25 plus tax per person per date, and a Birding Seasonal Pass is also available for $125 plus tax per person.  

All tickets are date specific and non-transferable. No late stay is offered.

For more information on the Gatorland Photography Pass for the birding season, call the Bird Line at (407) 855-5496, ext. 233 or send a message to Gatorland at  dannyperich@gatorland.com.

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Sanford St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull and Street Festival

Sanford St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull and Street Festival

Do you think you and nine other friends have what it takes to pull a truck?

The Sanford St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull will include live music, food trucks, artisans, and craft beer in a family-friendly environment on March 19, 2022.

The truck pull begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 7 p.m. Teams of 10 will go head-to-head pulling a fire truck a block down Palmetto Ave. in “The Famous L” for the coveted trophy and ultimate bragging rights. Participants include the Sanford Fire Department, Sanford Police Department, and many locally-owned businesses.

Sanford St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull and Street Festival

The St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull is featuring live music from 4 to 5 p.m. performed by Rosie O’Grady’s Highlanders to get everyone into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit and then afterward Papa Wheelie ends with a hardcore bang from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

“We are so excited to be doing the St. Paddy’s truck pull again” said Paul Williams, owner of West End Trading Company. “In most St. Paddy’s Day celebrations people are lifting beers but in true Sanford Style, we’re taking it a step further and pulling a truck.”

The event welcomes a new fire station-themed bar, The Station Bar & Grub—making the perfect backdrop for the Fire Truck Pull. In addition, there will be a DJ leading the fun from their classic fire truck stationed right out front.

Sanford St. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull and Street Festival

“We love being a part of the Sanford community,” said Alex Sirica, owner of The Station Bar & Grub. “Participating in this fantastic event is right up our alley. We’re excited to see the teams compete and celebrate giving back.”

All sign-up fees from the truck pull will go towards SNAP (Special Needs Ability Program, Inc.)Special Needs Advocacy Program, Inc. serves families in Sanford who support children with disabilities. SNAP provides children with disabilities a platform to understand and retain positive social skills to successfully enter the workforce, social events, and other public areas. Plus, proceeds from the truck pull to benefit the Special Needs Advocacy Program, Inc.

The fourth annual Sanford t. Paddy’s Day Truck Pull and Street Festival is sponsored by the newly formed ‘Famous L Collective.’

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Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022

Busch Gardens Tampa Food & Wine Festival 2022

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Food & Wine Festival, Tampa’s premier spring festival returns on Friday, March 11, with more than 20 NEW delicious dishes to pair with curated beverages and a diverse concert lineup.

The Food & Wine Festival runs Fridays through Sundays from March 11 to May 22 and is included with admission to the park.

Delicious Bites and Sips

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

New this year, guests can indulge in savory bites like Hawaiian BBQ pork with coconut jasmine rice and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos elote street corn. 

Complete with signature cocktails like the Iron Gwazi Fizz or frozen watermelon margaritas, a selection of more than 40 wines and beers, this year’s menu offers an endless variety of flavors to sip and savor. 

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

The Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival includes non-alcoholic beverages such as the new Gwazi snow cones with unique flavors like black raspberry and cotton candy.

Discover boundless combinations of food and drink selections with a Food & Wine Festival sampler.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

Guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 10-sample lanyard starting at only $65 or take it up a notch and with the fan-favorite 15-sample lanyard for the best savings.

Busch Gardens Pass Members get the VIP treatment and can purchase an exclusive Pass Member lanyard including 18 samples for the price of the 15-sample lanyard.        

Music Lineup for Every Taste

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food and Wine Festival

The can’t miss Food & Wine Festival lineup features chart-topping musicians with genres of all tastes – from nostalgic bands to national headliners.

Concert acts include Sean Paul, 3 Doors Down, Kansas, Air Supply, Gente De Zona, plus many more!

Concerts are included in park admission.  For the best seats in the house, reserved seating is strongly recommended and can be purchased online.

Best Way to Play

Iron Gwazi Busch Gardens Tampa Bay March 2022

Annual Pass Members enjoy 12 months of visits with special benefits including exclusive access to Iron Gwazi now, plus free parking, free guest tickets, access to special VIP events, savings on merchandise, and more!

Annual Passes start as low as $13/month with no down payment. Restrictions apply.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2022 Fun Card

Plus, guests can pay for a day and play all year with a Busch Gardens Fun Card. For a limited time, a Busch Gardens Fun Card includes Adventure Island FREE.

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On the Go in the Parks: March 4-6, 2022

On the Go in the parks March 4-6 2022
Don’t forget you can find out more about what’s On the Go in the Parks by tuning into at WDBO for Orlando’s News and Talk with Joe Kelley at 6:08 pm.

Spring has sprung as favorite events wane and new events start to bloom On the Go in the Parks March 4-6, 2022.

On the Go in the Parks: March 4-6, 2022

Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival
Epcot Flower & 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:

  • March 4-5 – The Guess Who
  • March 6-7 – Rick Springfield

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

Mardi Gras at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Mardi Gras 2022 On the Go in the Parks

It’s the last weekend to let the Good Times Roll at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as Mardi Gras wraps up on Sunday.

Get jazzed up with Mardi Gras-style live music and New Orleans-inspired entertainment. Catch some festival beads from strolling performers throughout the day, and get caught up in the fun as you dance through spacious walkways. Feast like kings and queens on classic Cajun cuisine as Busch Gardens brings the “Big Easy” to Tampa Bay.

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras
Universal Orlando Resort Universal's Mardi Gras 2022

Get ready to let the good times roll again as Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras returns through April 24, 2022.

This year’s celebration will fill Universal Studios Florida with a spectacular Mardi Gras parade with new floats, celebratory cuisine featuring diverse flavors from around the world, the much-awaited return of star-studded live concerts, a new tribute store, and so much more.

Mardi Gras happens on select nights and is included in the price of admission to Universal Studios Florida!

Universal Orlando Mardi Gras Concert Series
Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022
LL Cool J featuring DJ Z-Trip: Saturday, March 5 @ 8:30 pm

Entertainment Icon, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, 2-time Grammy Award winner, LL COOL J will be performing live, feat. DJ Z-Trip.

Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras Concert 2022
Marshmallow: Sunday, March 6, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

One of the industry’s top electronic music producers and DJs, he’s collaborated with artists like Khalid and Selena Gomez to produce international multi-platinum hits.

Seven Seas Food Festival
Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld Orlando 2022

SeaWorld Orlando is kicking off 2022 with the Seven Seas Food Festival that’s packed with more flavor than ever before every Thursday through Sunday, until May 8.

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

  • High Valley– Saturday, March 5 at 7:00 pm
  • Three Dog Night– Sunday, March 6 at 7:00 pm
IceBreaker is Now Open at SeaWorld Orlando

The long-awaited Ice Breaker coaster has officially opened to guests!!!

This family-friendly thrill coaster features four airtime-filled launches, both backward and forwards, culminating in a reverse launch into the steepest beyond vertical drop in Florida – a 93 feet tall spike with a 100-degree angle. The thrills continue as riders fly over a near-vertical tophat maneuver into a series of exciting twists, turns, and airtime hills.

Updated Safety Information

Disney Springs Reopening

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

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

FL Resident Weekday Magic

Florida Resident Disney Weekday Magic Tickets: Enjoy 2 days of theme park fun for $149, plus tax.

Florida Resident Annual Passes: Enjoy the magic all year long with an Annual Pass. Florida Resident Disney Pixie Dust Pass is $19 per month, plus down payment.

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

Mardi Gras Universal Orlando Resort

Get 2 days free with a 2-Park 2-Day Ticket and experience 4 days total at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

Ticket Offer Details:

  • Purchase By: March 31, 2022
  • When to Go: Now – June 30, 2022
  • NO BLOCKOUT DATES
  • Can be used on non-consecutive days.
  • Prices Vary by Day and Season: Check the pricing calendar for specific travel dates (price determined by date of first visit)
  • Online Only. Offer not available at the front gate.
  • Valid Florida photo ID required.
  • Restrictions apply.

Add a day at Volcano Bay for only $29 more!

SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando Welcome Harbour Vertical

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

Discovery Cove

Discovery Cove Shark Swim

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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Orlando Boat Show 2022 at the OCCC

Orlando Boat Show

The Marine Industry Association of Central Florida (MIACF) presents the Orlando Boat Show for a three-day event March 25-27, 2022 at the Orange County Convention Center, North Hall B. The highly anticipated show features 19 of Central Florida’s top boat dealers representing more than 70 manufacturers.  

The Orlando Boat show features a wide variety of boats including bowriders, center consoles, deck boats, flats boats, freshwater fishing boats, jet boats, pontoon boats, and surf boats to fit any lifestyle and occasion. 

Extra incentives are available only during the show from dealers and manufacturers such as extended warranties, service packages, waived dockage, enhanced electronics, and accessory packages. 

Tickets on Sale Now  

Ticket prices are $10 per person and are available for purchase online at https://orlandoboatshow.com/tickets or at the gate. Kids under the age of 12 are free! 

Please note Orange County Convention Center parking is $10.  

In appreciation of the hard work and dedication to the health and safety of our community, FREE admission is available at the gate for active healthcare workers and first responders with proper ID (up to four passes for immediate family). 

Orlando Boat Show

Orlando Boat Show Special Events and Seminars 

The Fishing Zone 

  • Capt. Mike Bard will be discussing inshore fishing techniques using light tackle, Florida-based Bull Bay Rods and Florida Fishing Products reels.  He will give away a Bull Bay Banshee rod and an Osprey 2500CE rod valued at $391 at each of his  seminars. 
  • Capt. Captain Gino Losi is a second-generation angler and guide and shares his 30 years of experience and knowledge of Florida’s lakes and reservoirs. Attendees will have a chance to win a half day excursion valued at $350 at each seminar. 
  • Capt. Jim Ross presents, ‘How to fish the  Indian River and Mosquito Lagoon.”  

Go Boating 

  • Bill Porter is the founder and owner of Performance Ski and Surf and shares his extensive knowledge in all towed watersports including wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakesurfing and more. 
  • Sea Tow’s Capt. Kerry Kline will tell you all about Central Florida’s waters through teaching safe boating and advanced boating education courses throughout the area. Capt. Kerry will give away a one-year Sea Tow membership at each of his seminars. 
Orlando Boat Show

Twiggy, the waterskiing squirrel, and Roxie Show  

A fan favorite with shows daily. 

Orlando Boat Show

Queen of the Show 

The Queen of the Show is the 2022 HCB 53′ Suenos, a large center console yacht with the sophisticated design to perfectly balance speed, ride, comfort, and all of the luxury of your “dream” yacht. The bow area is dual purpose with seating to accommodate guests on the forward-facing lounger or around bow seats and table that convert to a large sun pad for lazy days catching rays; or remove the cushions for a fully functional fishing platform. The luxuriously functional cabin with queen-sized berth, storage galore, galley kitchen, and separate head/shower compartment is the perfect place for air-conditioned comfort on hot days as well as longer trips with overnight stays.  

An automotive-inspired helm station allows the captain to be fully aware of the surroundings while staying in tune with the endless functionality on-board including charts and navigation, Sea Keeper®, generator, ample stereo system, the quintet engine package, and more. 

“The Orlando Boat Show is designed for new and avid boaters to explore the latest in boating trends, vessels, water activities and fishing,” said Joe Lewis of Mt. Dora Boating Center and the president of MIACF. “We are committed to raising the professionalism of the boating industry in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere.”  

Recreational Boating Boom Continues 

According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), boating is attracting more participants as people of all ages and walks of life seek quality time on the water. 

  • An estimated 100 million Americans go boating each year. 
  • 61% of boat owners have an annual household income of $100,000 or less. 
  • 95% of boats on the water in the U.S. are less than 26 feet—boats that can be trailered by a vehicle to local waterways. 
  • 95% of boats sold in the U.S. are American made. 
  • The recreational boating industry supports 691,149 American jobs (511,117 direct jobs and 180,032 indirect jobs) and 35,277 American businesses. 
  • Boating and fishing are the largest outdoor recreation activities in the U.S., totaling $23.6 billion in current-dollar value added. Source – U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) 

All events and seminars are included in show admission and can be viewed at https://orlandoboatshow.com/events 

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On the Go in MCO: St. Patrick’s Day 2022

On the Go in MCO St Patricks Day 2022

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

If you are going to be On the Go in MCO this St. Patrick’s Day, there are some really great ways for you to have fun while wearing your green!

On the Go in MCO: St. Patrick’s Day 2022

Raglan Road 2018 Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival
Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road

The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival is back in full swing this year from March 11-17 at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant with top Irish bands flown in for the celebration. 

The most authentic Irish festival in America will take it to the Disney Springs street outside Raglan Road with extraordinary Irish talent arriving from Ireland, five outside bars, fun St. Paddy’s merchandise, and more.

Award-winning Irish musicians and the Raglan Road Irish Dancers will rock the fun throughout this lively festival that leads up to the mother of all Irish holidays.

Mighty St. Patrick's Day Festival Raglan Road Disney Springs 2020

Especially for the Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival, a new berry-forward St. Paddy’s brew, “So Berry Les,” is on tap for the holiday and on into spring. 

Crafted in collaboration with Crooked Can Brewing Co. in Winter Garden, Fla., So Berry Les is a refreshing hard seltzer infused with local Florida strawberry (‘tis the season!) and Key Lime juice. The brew pays tribute to Raglan Road co-owner John Cooke’s father, Les, who in 1977 earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records for buying the dearest strawberries at a charity auction for a record 530 Irish punt—equivalent to the British pound—to generate publicity for his restaurant business. 

On St. Patrick’s Day only, March 17, Raglan Road will open at 10 a.m. with a $20 cover charge for guests 18 and older; (first-come, first-served—no reservations on this day only); younger patrons may enter free of charge.

Make your reservations now!

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43rd Annual Winter Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Gather your family and friends and wear some green to enjoy the 43rd Annual Winter Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade Sunday, March 6, at 2 p.m., in downtown Winter Park.

The parade will begin at Webster Avenue and proceed south down Park Avenue to Lyman Avenue. Active in the Irish-American community for many years, Al Denecour will serve as Grand Marshal, and more than 60 units will participate.

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After the parade, the celebration will continue with Irish music and step-dancing on the Central Park Main Stage with performances by professional Irish dancer Sarah Costello, Tir Na Greine School of Irish Dance, Watters School of Irish Dancing, Finnegan Academy of Irish Dance, and Michael Daly, Tenor.

This is one event you don’t want to miss!

7th Annual Crooked Can Celtic Festival

One of Central Florida’s Largest Celtic Festivals is coming to Crooked Can Brewing Company for its’ seventh year from March 17-19, 2022.

Festival-goers will enjoy three days of live Celtic music, Irish Dancers, Local Vendors, Delicious Eats, and of course fan-favorite favorite Crooked Can Brews!

This event is FREE for all ages to attend.

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Promenade at Sunset Walk

Join in on the fun as Promenade at Sunset Walk hosts its St. Patrick’s Day Outdoor Street Party and Celebration on Thursday, March 17, from 2 pm to 11:30 pm.

Guests will enjoy a variety of food and beverage specials from participating restaurants while listening to live music from artists Tim Hamlin, DJ Scotty B and The Hooligans and watching live entertainment like street performers and lucky leprechauns.

Admission to this event and parking are free.

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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Foodie Guide

The EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival has taken over EPCOT with flavors in full bloom and dishes waiting to be cultivated through July 4.

In addition to the topiaries featuring some of Disney and Pixar characters, the Garden Rocks Concert Series, and exclusive merchandise, this year’s festival features almost 20 Outdoor Kitchens!

EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 2022 Foodie Guide

Guests of the festival can enjoy new delights like the BLT Scone at Cider House as well as the return of fan-favorites like the Local Wildflower Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake at The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board.

Don’t forget to pick up a Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Passport at an entrance to participate in Garden Graze, a food stroll featuring five delicious dishes from various Outdoor Kitchens. Get a stamp in your passport after you’ve purchased the items and once you’ve compiled all five, simply make your way to Pineapple Promenade to receive your Festival-exclusive treat.

2022 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival: Foodie Guide

EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Flavor Full Kitchen Hosted by AdventHealth (Between Imagination! and Refreshment Port)


Food Items:

  • Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with savory garlic spread (Gluten/Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based) (Garden Graze)
  • Seared Salmon with farro risotto and micro herbs
  • Strawberry Mousse with chocolate-crisp pearls

Beverages:

  • Blood Orange Agua Fresca (non-alcoholic)
  • Cookie Butter Worms and Dirt (non-alcoholic)
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

EPCOT Sunshine Griddle (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet)

Food Items:

  • Avocado Toast with marinated toybox tomatoes on toasted ciabatta (Plant-based) (Garden Graze)
  • Shrimp and Grits: Blackened shrimp and cheddar cheese grits with brown gravy and sweet corn salsa
  • Corned Beef Brisket Hash with house-made potato barrels, onions, peppers, cheese curds, and a soft-poached egg with Tabasco hollandaise (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites with cream cheese frosting and candied bacon

Beverages:

  • Froot Loops Shake (non-alcoholic)
  • Joffrey’s Coffee Cold Brew Cocktail with milk, rum and coffee liqueur, and vanilla vodka
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by National Honey Board

Food Items:

  • Tupelo Honey and Sweet Corn Spoon Bread with jalapeños, bacon, and house-made whipped honey butter (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Lavender Honey Mustard-marinated Chicken Flatbread with whipped honey-ricotta cheese, marinated vegetables, and goat cheese
  • Local Wildflower Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake with orange blossom honey whipped cream, whipped honey, crystalized honey, honeycomb, dehydrated honey, and fennel pollen meringue kisses

Beverages:

  • Honey-Peach Freeze in a Souvenir Spike the Bee Sipper Cup (non-alcoholic) (Limit 2 per guest)
  • Lemonade Mead
  • Orange Blossom Honey Wine
  • Honey-Peach Freeze with Blueberry Vodka
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

The Citrus Blossom (Near Port of Entry)

Food Items:

  • Crispy Mojo Marinated Pork Belly, with avocado cream, corn salsa, salsa verde, and plantain chips (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (New)
  • Tuna Tataki Bowl with spicy yuzu glaze, mango, avocado, and pappadam crisp
  • Grapefruit Tart: Grapefruit curd, lychee jam, ginger mousse, and yuzu cream (New)

Beverages:

  • Orange-Lemon Smoothie in a Souvenir Orange Bird Sipper Cup (non-alcoholic) (Limit 2 per guest)
  • Key Lime Hibiscus Ale
  • Orange Peel Ale
  • Citrus Honey Cream Ale
  • Orange Sunshine Wine Slushy
  • Beer Flight
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Refreshment Port (Near Canada)

Food Items:

  • House-made Italian Sausage and Peppers Poutine (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)

Beverages:

  • Salted Cucumber Apple Hard Cider
  • Lavender Martini: Vodka with lavender and lemon
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Pineapple Promenade (Near Port of Entry)

Food Items:

  • Spicy Hot Dog with pineapple chutney and plantain chips
  • DOLE Whip (Plant-based)

Beverages:

  • Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade (non-alcoholic)
  • DOLE Whip with Fanta (non-alcoholic)
  • Tropical Hefe Wheat Ale
  • Fresh Pressed Mango, Pineapple, and Guava Wheat Ale
  • Hazy Pebbles Fruity Hazy Milkshake
  • Violet Lemonade Ale
  • Sparkling Pineapple Wine
  • DOLE Whip topped with mango cream liqueur
  • Pineapple Beer Flight
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Trowel & Trellis Hosted by Impossible™ (Near Disney Traders)

Food Items:

  • Grilled Baby Vegetables with hummus cream and red pepper coulis (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based) (Garden Graze)
  • Impossible Sausage and Kale Soup (Plant-based)
  • Boneless Impossible Korean Short Rib with cilantro-lime rice, Danmuji slaw, and Kimchee Mayonnaise (Plant-based)  
  • Chocolate Cake with whipped cassis mousse, raspberry gelato, and fresh raspberries (New) (Plant-based)

Beverages:

  • Twinings Energizing Matcha Cranberry & Lime Green Tea (non-alcoholic)   
  • Bloom Hazy IPA
  • Twinings Energizing Matcha Cranberry & Lime Green Tea with lime vodka served in a mason jar
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Refreshment Outpost

Food Items:

  • Pineapple Skewer with tajin seasoning (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based)
  • Tangerine soft-serve

Beverages:

  • Tangerine Cream Ale
  • Blueberry Lemonade Hard Cider
  • Organic Blonde Ale with passion fruit
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Bauernmarkt: Farmer’s Market (Germany)

Food Items:

  • Potato Pancakes with house-made applesauce (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) (Plant-based) (Garden Graze)
  • Potato Pancake with caramelized ham, onions, and herb sour cream (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Toasted Pretzel Bread topped with black forest ham and melted Gruyère cheese
  • Warm Cheese Strudel with mixed berries

Beverages:

  • Hugo Lager
  • Premium Pilsner
  • Raspberry Radler
  • Apfelschaumwein: Sparkling wine and apple liqueur
  • Beer Flight
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Magnolia Terrace (American Adventure)

Food:

  • Southern Seafood Boil: Shrimp, mussels, crawfish, potatoes, corn, and Andouille sausage
  • Spicy Chicken Gumbo with Andouille sausage and BEN’S ORIGINAL Long Grain & Wild Rice (New)
  • Grilled Oysters with Cajun butter (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • House-made Boudin Bites featuring BEN’S ORIGINAL Long Grain White Rice
  • Pecan Praline (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)

Beverages:

  • Bayou Cocktail: Spiced rum, coconut rum, fruit punch, and Minute Maid orange juice
  • Orange Coriander Wheat Ale
  • American Light Ale
  • Double IPA
  • Beer Flight
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina (Morocco)

Food Items:

  • Mediterranean Flatbread with za’atar, artichokes, olives, mozzarella, and feta cheese (New)
  • Vanilla, Rose Water, and Pistachio Panna Cotta

Beverages:

  • Pomegranate Mimosa
  • Ginger and Elderberry Ale
  • Pomegranate Hard Cider
  • Blackberry Mint Mead
  • Flight
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

La Isla Fresca (Between Morocco and France)

Food:

  • Arepas topped with melted queso fresco (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Arepa topped with shrimp, crushed avocado ají, and tomato sauce (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Arepa topped with chorizo (New)
  • Coconut Tres Leches: Vanilla cake soaked in oat milk, almond milk, and coconut milk with toasted coconut (New) (Plant-based) (Garden Graze)

Beverages:

  • Tropical Breeze: Lemonade, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup (non-alcoholic) (New)
  • Coconut Key Lime Ale
  • Tropical Perception White Sangria
  • Tropical Breeze with rum (New)
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

EPCOT Farmers Feast (Near Test Track presented by Chevrolet)

Food Items:

Early Bloom Menu (available March 2 through April 9)

  • Chilled Potato and Leek Soup “Vichyssoise” with chive oil and crispy leeks (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Char-grilled Bison Ribe-Eye with creamy leek fondue, roasted carnival cauliflower, Romanesco and port wine-goat cheese butter (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Goat Cheese Creamsicle Pop: Goat cheese Crémeux, orange cream, olive oil cake, cranberry sauce, and praline (New)
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Springtime Menu (available April 10 through May 21)

  • Grilled Vegetable Bruschetta with marinated peppers, zucchini, squash, artichokes, goat cheese, and balsamic glaze on grilled ciabatta (New)
  • Herb-crusted Spring Lamb with marble potatoes, spring vegetables, and red wine butter sauce
  • Strawberry Rhubarb Upside-down Cake with crème fraîche whipped cream
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Summer Solstice Menu (available May 22 through July 4)

  • Tomato and Cornbread Panzanella with burrata cheese and fresh basil
  • Barbecue Seared Pork Tenderloin with summer succotash, herb butter, and grapefruit vinaigrette (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • A Whole Lotta Melon: Feta cheesecake with watermelon curd, pickled watermelon rind, watermelon caramel, and compressed watermelon (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)

Beverages (available throughout the Festival):

  • Raspberry Lemon Verbena Whole-Leaf-Steeped Sparkling Hard Tea
  • Hibiscus Lemonade Cocktail featuring hibiscus gin

Cider House (United Kingdom)

Food Items:

  • BLT Scone with Nueske’s applewood-smoked bacon, sundried tomato, and basil (New)
  • Dark Chocolate Raspberry Tart with whipped cream

Beverages:

  • Pink Lemonade Hard Cider
  • Watermelon Hard Cider
  • Triple Jam Hard Cider
  • Pure Brewed Organic Lager
  • Snakebite: Triple jam hard cider and pure brewed organic lager
  • Cider Flight

Northern Bloom (Canada)

Food Items:

  • Seared Scallops with French green beans, butter potatoes, brown butter vinaigrette, and applewood-smoked bacon (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Beef Tenderloin Tips, Mushroom Bordelaise Sauce, and Whipped Potatoes with garden vegetables
  • Griddled Maple Pound Cake with warm peach compote and sweet corn gelato

Beverages:

  • Maple Popcorn Shake (non-alcoholic)
  • Blonde Ale
  • Blueberry Fruit Beer
  • Apricot with Maple Syrup Blonde Ale
  • Maple Popcorn Shake with maple rye whisky
  • Beer Flight

Jardin de Fiestas (Mexico)

Food Items:

  • Enchilada de Mole Negro: Chipotle chicken in a corn tortilla with mole negro, avocado mousse, crema Mexicana, and queso fresco (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Taco Vampiro: Barbacoa beef in a corn tortilla with crispy grilled Monterey jack cheese, salsa ranchera, and esquites (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)
  • Tostada de Chorizo: Plant-based Chorizo and black beans on a crispy corn tortilla with avocado mousse and queso fresco (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly)

Beverages:

  • Poppy Flower Margarita: Tequila blanco, hibiscus flower tea, cucumber juice, aperitivo, and blackcurrant liqueur with a chile salt rim
  • Hypnotic Margarita: Tequila blanco, mezcal, rosemary syrup, cognac, and lemon juice
  • Craft Mexican Lager
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Lotus House (China)

Food Items:

  • Spicy Mala Chicken Skewer (New)
  • House-made Cheesy Crab Wontons

Beverages:

  • Rose Bubble Milk Tea (non-alcoholic) (New)
  • Jasmine Draft Beer
  • Marco Boba: Amaretto, iced coffee, milk, and boba
  • Kung Fu Punch: Vodka, triple sec, mango, orange juice, and soda water
  • Tang Dynasty: Tequila gold, light rum, strawberry, piña colada mix, white boba pearls, and soda water
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Primavera Kitchen (Italy)

Food Items:

  • Arancini: Fried Risotto Balls stuffed with braised beef served with grape tomato salad and balsamic emulsion
  • Ravioli alla Boscaiola: Sweet sausage ravioli with sweet corn, spring vegetables, and cream sauce
  • Bomboloni: Cream-filled Italian doughnut with raspberry sauce and powdered sugar

Beverages:

  • Pilsner                                                                                    
  • Pinot Grigio                                                                           
  • Chianti
  • Prosecco                                                                                
  • Rosa Regale
  • Moscato                                                         
  • Italian White Sangria with prosecco
  • Italian Red Sangria with cabernet sauvignon
  • Italian Margarita with limoncello and tequila
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Hanami (Japan)

Food Items:

  • Frushi: Strawberry, pineapple, and cantaloupe wrapped in sweet rice and pink soy wrap served with whipped cream, berry sauce, and toasted coconut
  • Chicken Yakitori: Grilled chicken with scallions, red pepper-shoyu emulsion, and pickled onions
  • Beef Tataki: Seared sirloin with red shiso sauce, watermelon radish, and sprouts

Beverages:                                                                

  • Yuzu Tilted Tonic Hard Seltzer
  • Ozeki Pineapple Nigori Sake
  • Cucumber Cooler: Sake, vodka, and cucumber garnished with a cucumber slice 
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Fleur de Lys (France)

Food Items:

  • Croissant au Fromage de Chèvre, Herbes et Ail Rôtie: Croissant with goat cheese, herbs, and roasted garlic (New)
  • Pan Bagnat Classique: The Niçoise Sandwich with house-made bread, albacore tuna mayonnaise, tomato, black olives, lettuce, and celery (New)
  • Salade de Lentilles à la Lyonnaise: French Green Lentil Salad with bacon and garlic sausage (New)
  • Beignet Caramélisé, Fourré Crème Vanille, Glacé au Caramel Fleur de Sel: Caramelized Beignet filled with vanilla cream and glazed with caramel fleur de sel

Beverages:

  • French Wheat Draft Beer
  • VeRy Raspberry: Rosé wine with natural raspberry flavor
  • Grand Mimosa Cocktail with orange liqueur, Champagne, and orange juice
  • La Vie en Rose Frozen Slush: Vodka, orange vodka, and liqueur with white and red cranberry juice       
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Funnel Cake

Food Item:

  • Strawberry Cheesecake Funnel Cake topped with strawberry ice cream, cheesecake crumbles, strawberry drizzle, and whipped cream (New)
EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company

World Discovery (Near Mission: SPACE) – Minty Melon Refresher: A lightly caffeinated blend of watermelon-cucumber-mint juice with strawberries and blueberries (Spirited option available featuring Watermelon-Basil Vodka) (New) 

Near Canada: Strawberry Fields Refresher – A lightly caffeinated blend of strawberry açaí juice with strawberries and blueberries (Spirited option available featuring strawberry-lemongrass vodka) (New) 

World Showcase (Near Disney Traders) – Pink Paradise Refresher: A lightly caffeinated blend of refreshing dragon fruit-lychee juice with strawberries and blueberries (Spirited option available featuring watermelon-basil vodka) (New)

The American Adventure –  Wildberry Wonder Refresher: A lightly caffeinated blend of wildberry-hibiscus juice with strawberries and blueberries (New) (Spirited option available featuring tropical rum)

I don’t know about you, but I’m really hungry and ready to try out most of these Epcot Flower & Garden Festival flavors!!!

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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Merchandise

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Merchandise

The EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival springs to life at Disney World with more than just beautiful blooms as five new merchandise lines are debuting during the celebration.

The different lines feature beloved characters including the Orange Bird, Spike the Bee, Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Figment with colorful garden tools, cheerful drinkware, stylish accessories and more.

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival: Merchandise

Orange Bird Collection  

Orange you glad these Orange Bird items are coming to EPCOT? An iconic symbol of the sunshine state, Orange Bird inspires an eye-catching collection of wearable fashions, accessories and other adorable keepsakes, including a new Corkcicle design or the  Orange-Lemon Smoothie in a Souvenir Orange Bird Sipper Cup.

Mickey Mouse Home Garden Collection 

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2022 Merchandise

Garden in style with this vibrant assortment of apparel, drinkware, yard tools and other coordinating accessories. Mickey Mouse takes center stage in the collection’s playful design, which features springtime blue hues and dainty floral prints.  

Spike the Bee Collection 

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2022 Merchandise

Memorable for his appearances in early Mickey Mouse cartoons, Spike the Bee evokes nostalgia for longtime Disney fans. The collection includes a variety of sweet new pieces, including collectible novelties, apparel and accessories. 

Figment’s Garden Collection 

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival 2022 Merchandise

Figment shares his love of all things purple – including beets! – with an imaginative new line of wares that celebrate the springtime harvest. These creative purple pieces will launch later on during the festival.  

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Collection  

Decked out in dapper ensembles, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are ready for a stroll in the garden! Find an array of new items featuring whimsical artwork inspired by the festival.  

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Epcot Flower & Garden Festival merchandise can be found at festival retail locations throughout EPCOT, with additional pieces debuting throughout the festival, and select items available on shopDisney.com

Want to find out more information about the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival? Check out our Foodie Guide, Garden Rocks Schedule, Garden Rocks Dining, and more!

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2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Overview

EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival 2022

The 2022 EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival is blooming with fresh cuisine, beautiful gardens, whimsical topiaries of familiar characters, and flourishing entertainment from March 2 through July 4, 2022.

Epcot Flower & Garden Festival

Topiaries

The obvious highlight of the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is the Disney and Pixar character topiaries.

These iconic and towering topiaries can be found throughout the park and are sure to brighten up the rainiest Spring Day!

As a salute to the Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary, the Epcot entry plaza is home to a Goofy Topiary and Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration Cake.

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Gardens

Take a walk off the beaten path to find flowerbeds, exotic gardens, sustainable foods, and imaginative ways to live in harmony with the natural world.

New to the festival this year is the Blossoms of Fragrance Presented by Scentsy which fills the World Showcase Bridge with unforgettable fragrances

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Outdoor Kitchens

World Showcase at EPCOT plays host to over twenty Festival-exclusive Outdoor Kitchens and dining locations during the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival.

At each Outdoor Kitchen, festival-goers will find specialty menus featuring creative, fresh, and tasty bites paired with libations. 

Guests of the festival can enjoy new delights like the BLT Scone at Cider House as well as the return of fan-favorites like the Local Wildflower Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake at The Honey Bee-stro Hosted by the National Honey Board.

Make sure to pick up an Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Passport at either park entrance to participate in Garden Graze, a food stroll featuring five delicious dishes from various Outdoor Kitchens that once completed result in a festival-exclusive treat.

Outdoor Kitchens are open daily from 11:00 am to park close, unless otherwise noted.

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Garden Rocks Concert Series

Need a way to work off those extra calories during the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival?

Head to the Garden Rocks Concert Series that takes place on select nights at the America Gardens Theatre in the American Adventure Pavilion.

New and returning favorite rockers include Rick Springfield, Kool & The Gang, Blue October, STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas, TobyMac, The Commodores, Little River Band, Simple Plan, and many more.

2022 Garden Rocks Concert Series Audience

Garden Rocks Concert Dining Package

The lines for the festival concerts can get quite long, and to make the most of their time in the park guests can book a Garden Rocks Dining Package that includes a leisurely meal at an EPCOT restaurant earlier in the evening and guaranteed seats at one of the Garden Rocks performances that day.

Dining packages are available at four EPCOT eateries at lunch and dinner.

Each package includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert or one full buffet (where applicable), along with a non-alcoholic beverage and one guaranteed seat per person to one Garden Rocks concert performance on the same day.

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Family Fun

While the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is friendly for even the youngest horticultural enthusiast, there are several ways to add even more fun to a family’s day!

The Health Full Trail Presented by AdventHealth is a whimsical area made to inspire youthful energy and creativity! The whole family can learn ways to stay healthy at this Outdoor Kitchen and garden along the Imagination Walkway.

Embark on a springtime scavenger hunt for gardeners of all ages with Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration.

Follow Spike the Bee on his pollination trail, where he will “bee” busy collecting nectar and pollinating gardens at EPCOT. To get started, purchase your map and stickers at select merchandise locations (available while supplies last).

Once completed, return your scavenger hunt map to Disney Traders or World Traveler for a special surprise.

Spike’s Pollen-Nation Exploration is a great and affordable way to spend time at the festival with a price tag of only $9.99 + tax.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Merchandise

Take home magical mementos from the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival with a variety of themed merchandise collections.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Mickey Mouse Home Garden

Celebrate this year’s festival with home garden-inspired merchandise from this collection featuring vibrant apparel, drinkware, garden tools and so much more.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Orange Bird

Find adorable Orange Bird keepsakes within this vibrant collection that includes apparel, accessories, and other novelties.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse

Browse a collection that celebrates Mickey and Minnie Mouse—featuring apparel, drinkware, trading pins, and a MagicBand.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Figment’s Garden

Grow your imagination with Figment-themed apparel, drinkware, and more as you dream green this festival season.

2022 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Merchandise

Spike the Bee

Find sweet reminders of Spike the Bee on apparel, accessories, drinkware, a garden stake, and other collectible novelties.

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

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