http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Fri, 25 May 2012 00:51:42 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/#comments Sun, 06 May 2012 04:28:31 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12628 Universal’s Superstar Parade had its first run through today at Universal Studios Florida. The parade features characters from SpongeBob Squarepants, Hop, Dora and Diego and Despicable Me. It’s full of live and recorded music, hundreds of street performers, interactive characters, dance numbers and some really detailed floats. Here’s a video of the parade, along with [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 14:14:44 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12625 Host Banks Lee brings you this week’s latest attractions news and updates. Here’s what’s in the queue this week: • Turtletrek opens at SeaWorld • SeaWorld’s next attraction • No more plastic bags at SeaWorld parks • Give Kids the World celebration • Sounds Like Summer at Epcot • More info on the next Test [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:13:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12532 Get ready to rock and roll as seven of the most popular tribute bands are set to perform this summer at Epcot. The annual Sounds Like Summer concert series will be held from June 10 to July 28. Seven tribute bands will recreate classic hits from musical icons under the stars. Concerts, which are included [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/16/video-test-track-all-stars-perform-for-guests-while-attraction-is-under-refurbishment/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/16/video-test-track-all-stars-perform-for-guests-while-attraction-is-under-refurbishment/#comments Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:17:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12395 Epcot’s Test Track attraction is now closed for refurbishment until this fall 2012. To help fill the void of the popular attraction, Disney has added an A cappella group that is performing multiple times daily outside the construction walls. Here’s a sampler of the some of the songs the “Test Track All Stars” perform: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vY5AjWmw8Z8 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/16/video-test-track-all-stars-perform-for-guests-while-attraction-is-under-refurbishment/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:14:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12354 The cast of Nickelodeon’s hit television series, Victorious, will make a special appearance at Universal Orlando on June 9, 2012. The entire cast, including Victoria Justice, who plays the show’s main character, Tori Vega, will be on hand. Universal Studios guests will have the opportunity to preview upcoming epsiodes of the show and participate in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:02:36 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12183 On Sept. 7 and 8, 2012, Rock the Universe will be back at Universal Studios in Orlando. Rock the Universe one of Florida’s biggest Christian music festivals with some of the best bands in Christian rock. This year’s line up more than a dozen top name bands in Christian rock. Headlining acts include Skillet who [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/03/50-hot-air-balloons-to-be-a-part-of-new-festival-of-festivals-in-kissimmee/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/03/50-hot-air-balloons-to-be-a-part-of-new-festival-of-festivals-in-kissimmee/#comments Tue, 03 Apr 2012 19:20:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12299 Have you always wanted to see the sky filled with dozens of colorful hot air balloons, but haven’t made it to Albuquerque, or one of the other festivals around the world? Well this fall you’ll be able to see this and more right in Kissimmee during the first Festival of Festivals. The “Kissimmee Festival of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/03/50-hot-air-balloons-to-be-a-part-of-new-festival-of-festivals-in-kissimmee/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:10:49 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11605 The Estate of Michael Jackson has partnered with Cirque du Soleil to present Michael Jackson, The Immortal World Tour in Orlando on Feb. 28 and 29 at the Amway Center. This production combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:59:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10972 SeaWorld Orlando will be the place for kids on Saturdays in January as they present an all-new “Just For Kids” festival featuring concerts by LazyTown, Max & Ruby, the Doodlebops and Choo-Choo Soul, plus many family-friendly fun and activities. In addition to the concerts, there will be numerous special offers. On event days, parents can [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/new-festival-thats-just-for-kids-coming-to-seaworld-in-january/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/11/free-admission-for-boktoberfest-saturday-at-bok-tower-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/11/free-admission-for-boktoberfest-saturday-at-bok-tower-gardens/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:57:05 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9881 Bok Tower Gardens is hosting the third annual Boktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. Visitors will receive free admission from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. The event features live entertainment, German food, craft and seasonal beers, tree climbing, face painting, pumpkin painting, prize drawings and more. “Boktoberfest celebrates the start of Florida’s gardening season,” explains [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/11/free-admission-for-boktoberfest-saturday-at-bok-tower-gardens/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:14:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9718 By Ben Rebstock Mention the name Mr. Big, and you might get a response like, “Weren’t they a hair band in the early ’90s”? But, belt out the line “I’m the one who wants to be with you,” and memories of the mega-smash record from 1991 will pop into your head and you’ll know exactly [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/23/qa-mr-big-lead-singer-talks-hit-songs-touring-and-disney-theme-parks-concert-saturday-at-house-of-blues/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/08/art-car-drives-to-ripley%e2%80%99s-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/08/art-car-drives-to-ripley%e2%80%99s-orlando/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2011 20:30:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9469 Pico de Gallo, a 1963 VW Bug that is completely covered with musical instruments, will now be calling Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium its home. The art car belonged to Harrod Blank, the father of the art car movement, and will be on display starting this week. Pico de Gallo features several instruments, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/08/art-car-drives-to-ripley%e2%80%99s-orlando/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/11/kinetix-is-back-for-busch-gardens%e2%80%99-summer-nights-plus-ride-cheetah-hunt-in-the-dark/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/11/kinetix-is-back-for-busch-gardens%e2%80%99-summer-nights-plus-ride-cheetah-hunt-in-the-dark/#comments Sat, 11 Jun 2011 13:35:53 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9216 Now through Aug. 14, Busch Gardens is celebrating Summer Nights, offering extended park hours and special entertainment, including the return of Kinetix. New this year will be the opportunity for guests to ride the all-new Cheetah Hunt roller coaster in the dark. For Summer Nights, park hours are extended to 9 p.m. on Sundays to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/11/kinetix-is-back-for-busch-gardens%e2%80%99-summer-nights-plus-ride-cheetah-hunt-in-the-dark/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/09/adventure-island-welcomes-summer-with-island-nights-and-extended-hours/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/09/adventure-island-welcomes-summer-with-island-nights-and-extended-hours/#comments Thu, 09 Jun 2011 17:10:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9214 Island Nights at Adventure Island water park in Tampa has returned. From 5 to 9 p.m. every Thursday, Friday and Saturday until Aug. 13, guests will enjoy island music, authentic entertainment, and unique food offerings. Exotic birds, stilt walkers and steel drum bands will be on hand to greet guests throughout the park, as well [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/09/adventure-island-welcomes-summer-with-island-nights-and-extended-hours/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/#comments Wed, 25 May 2011 20:39:43 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9132 Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival recently ended so it’s time to start thinking about their other very popular festival, Food and Wine. Starting in late September and through mid-November, one part of the 2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is the music. The Disney Parks Blog just released the full list of performers for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/25/epcot-2011-food-and-wine-festival-music-acts-named/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 22:35:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8984 For the third year, top musical acts will be taking the stage for six nights this summer at Universal Studios. With a combined total of 30 platinum albums, this year’s concert lineup features artists who have each led the U.S. music charts. The list of performers includes: Drake – one of only two musical artists [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/#comments Sat, 23 Apr 2011 18:19:57 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8955 The long-time Beatles-inspired band, The British Invasion, is ending their run in the U.K. pavilion at Epcot after more than 15 years. A replacement band will be named. The long-time popular band at Walt Disney World used to play Beatles songs exclusively, but in recent years started singing other British bands’ songs. They’re also known [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/the-british-invasion-leaving-epcot-after-15-years/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/#comments Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:55:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8835 Grammy Award-winning singer Lady Gaga posed with the Evil Queen from Disney’s “Snow White” at the Magic Kingdom earlier today. She was visiting Disney after her concert last night at the Amway Center. Some cast members wrote on Twitter that they saw her riding Peter Pan’s Flight and other rides at the theme park. Photo [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/stars-in-the-parks-lady-gaga-with-the-evil-queen-at-disneys-magic-kingdom/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/#comments Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:18:34 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8766 Grammy Award-winning singer Christina Aguilera poses with her son Max, April 11, 2011, in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. In the early 1990s, Aguilera starred on The New Mickey Mouse Club, a musical variety series taped at Walt Disney World. On April 26, Aguilera will debut as one of four musician coaches on the new NBC vocal [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/12/stars-in-the-parks-christina-aguilera-visits-disneys-magic-kingdom/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:23:07 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8616 Get ready to get down to some famous music by some not-so-famous bands at Epcot. The annual Sounds Like Summer Concert Series runs select dates from June 12 to July 30 with popular tribute bands taking the stage at the America Gardens Theatre. Seven tribute bands will recreate classic hits from musical icons under the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/acts-announced-for-epcots-2011-sounds-like-summer-concert-series/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 21:18:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8614 Fans of the Nickelodeon television show Big Time Rush are in for a big time treat if they’re going to be in Orlando on May 14. The guys will be performing live on Universal Studios’ Music Plaza stage. In addition to the concert, fans at the park will have the exclusive opportunity to watch a [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/28/nickelodeons-big-time-rush-to-perform-at-universal-studios-may-14/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:12:03 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8467 Join the fiesta at SeaWorld every Saturday and Busch Gardens each Sunday through April 3, 2011 as the parks heat up during their annual Latin festival, Viva La Música. This Hispanic event blends live performances from award-winning Latin artists with popular Hispanic cuisine and authentic arts and crafts. All-new this year is an expanded menu [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/08/latin-festival-runs-through-april-3-at-seaworld-and-busch-gardens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/22/18th-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-to-be-hosted-by-hgtv/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/22/18th-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-to-be-hosted-by-hgtv/#comments Tue, 22 Feb 2011 19:59:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8324 This year’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will be hosted by HGTV, and will run from March 2 through May 15, featuring appearances by HGTV designers and experts. Every weekend of the festival (Friday – Sunday) will feature guest appearances by popular celebrity experts at the Festival Center presented by HGTV, located next to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/22/18th-epcot-international-flower-garden-festival-to-be-hosted-by-hgtv/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/#comments Fri, 14 Jan 2011 23:28:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8060 It’s almost Mardi Gras time again at the biggest celebration outside of New Orleans. Universal Studios will play host to Mardi Gras parades, food and music once again this year select nights from Feb. 12 to April 23, 2011. Nationally renowned musical acts will combine with an authentic Mardi Gras parade, dozens of costumed performers, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/01/14/universalmardigras2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/#comments Thu, 23 Dec 2010 17:57:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7896 Dec. 23, 2010 – It’s an all Disney, all Christmas episode of The Show. Join host Greg Hutson and special kid reporter host Mindy Strater as they bring you the week’s news and more from many of the holiday events at Walt Disney World. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeuhqonQ7io This week’s topics include: • Santas around the world at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/23/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-four-for-december-23-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/#comments Tue, 21 Dec 2010 22:06:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7890 Big names in country, Latin, contemporary Christian and classic rock are coming to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld in 2011. It’s the biggest lineup yet with country and classic rock legends at Bands, Brew & BBQ, Viva La Música’s salsa and meringue and Glory at the Gardens’ contemporary Christian music. Memorable Music Gets Your Toes Tapping [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/21/musical-acts-announced-for-busch-gardens-and-seaworlds-2011-events/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 18:31:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7814 A new limited engagement show opened yesterday in Busch Gardens’ Moroccan Palace Theater. Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy is an exotic encounter inspired by nature’s unpredictable creations, brought to life by an international cast of aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians. In addition to the astounding feats performed in the show, are enhanced many elaborite costumes, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy-opens-for-a-limited-run-at-busch-gardens/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 14:22:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7811 Details have been released on the 18th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival March 2 through May 15, 2011. Look for Disney movie characters throughout the park in playgrounds and as topiaries. Plus new musical acts and an expanded butterfly garden. Toy Story 3 stars Woody and Buzz Lightyear will meet their arch-enemy Lotso in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/04/disney-pixar-characters-to-headline-epcots-2011-flower-and-garden-festival/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/18/stars-in-the-parks-gloria-estefan-joins-the-chainsaw-drill-team/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/18/stars-in-the-parks-gloria-estefan-joins-the-chainsaw-drill-team/#comments Mon, 18 Oct 2010 16:54:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7472 It’s not just the rhythm that’s gonna get you, but so is the singer and her chainsaw friends. Grammy-award winning singer and songwriter Gloria Estefan joined the chainsaw drill team on Oct. 17, 2010 during Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. Estefan and her family were hosted by Universal Orlando to enjoy the scares in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/18/stars-in-the-parks-gloria-estefan-joins-the-chainsaw-drill-team/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/07/get-a-taste-of-new-orleans-through-november-during-house-of-blues-gospel-brunch/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/07/get-a-taste-of-new-orleans-through-november-during-house-of-blues-gospel-brunch/#comments Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:26:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7399 When you’re in Orlando and don’t want to miss your Sunday worship, instead of seeking out a local church, head to the Gospel Brunch at House of Blues. Not only will you get a powerful message with great musical performances and food, but through November, you’ll get a little something extra. Each Sunday through Nov. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/07/get-a-taste-of-new-orleans-through-november-during-house-of-blues-gospel-brunch/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/help-name-bok-tower-gardens-new-squirrel-mascot-name-to-be-unveiled-during-boktoberfest/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/help-name-bok-tower-gardens-new-squirrel-mascot-name-to-be-unveiled-during-boktoberfest/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:03:33 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7365 Voting is underway to name the Bok Tower Gardens squirrel mascot. The winning name will be unveiled at the Boktoberfest Plant Sale. Does he look like a Wolfgang, Fritz, Toby, Hans, Eichhorn or Sparky? Holding a German stein featuring the Singing Tower, the squirrel is dressed in lederhosen, and wearing an Alpine hat. The image, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/help-name-bok-tower-gardens-new-squirrel-mascot-name-to-be-unveiled-during-boktoberfest/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/26/survivor-in-concert-at-busch-gardens-for-labor-day-weekend/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/26/survivor-in-concert-at-busch-gardens-for-labor-day-weekend/#comments Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:18:08 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7121 The musical group Survivor will be live in concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 5, in Gwazi Park at Busch Gardens. Survivor is best known for ‘80s hits including the Rocky theme, Eye of the Tiger, as well as High on You and The Search is Over. The concert is free to all park guests. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/26/survivor-in-concert-at-busch-gardens-for-labor-day-weekend/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/29/my-x-rock-band-and-its-female-lead-singer-to-headline-busch-gardens-halloween-event/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/29/my-x-rock-band-and-its-female-lead-singer-to-headline-busch-gardens-halloween-event/#comments Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:10:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6974 We previously told you about this year’s rock theme for Busch Gardens’ scary Howl-O-Scream Halloween event. Since then officials have been releasing more clues via the HOSInsider Twitter account and Facebook account. Now the band behind the theme has been announced. A visit to MyXRocks.com takes you to Tampa’s Howl-O-Scream website where you’ll be introduced [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/29/my-x-rock-band-and-its-female-lead-singer-to-headline-busch-gardens-halloween-event/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/star-wars-characters-to-dance-the-night-away-at-special-star-tours-event/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/star-wars-characters-to-dance-the-night-away-at-special-star-tours-event/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2010 23:05:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6947 The Star Tours ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is making its last run on Sept. 8 to make way for its reimagining in 2011 – but fans have the opportunity to attend a special “decommissioning” party from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Aug. 14. The Last Tour to Endor is a special ticketed event [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/star-wars-characters-to-dance-the-night-away-at-special-star-tours-event/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/03/disney-testing-new-entertainment-options-in-pleasure-island/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/03/disney-testing-new-entertainment-options-in-pleasure-island/#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 14:26:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6850 Disney has been testing some new entertainment options at Downtown Disney for the past few weeks. It seems the Celebrate Tonight show in Pleasure Island which featured DJs and stilt walkers is no longer running. There are some new entertainment options in the area. During a trip to Pleasure Island last night, many different acts [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/03/disney-testing-new-entertainment-options-in-pleasure-island/feed/ 21