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‘Friends’ Experience pivoting to Atlanta this July
Originally created for the show’s 25th anniversary, the “Friends” experience is now heading south from July 15 through Sept. 6.
Six Flags Great America announces spring 2021 reopening date
Six Flags has announced the reopening of its two Illinois-based parks with reduced capacity and a reservation system: Six Flags Great America reopens April 24, 2021, while Hurricane Harbor Chicago water park will reopen on May 29, 2021.
Disney | Epcot | Exhibits | Music | Pixar | Theme Parks | Walt Disney World
‘The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure’ exhibit now open at Epcot
“The Soul of Jazz: An American Adventure,” now open at The American Adventure Pavilion, takes guests on a musical tour across the U.S. with Joe Gardner from Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” as their guide. The exhibit is part of the continuing transformation of Epcot and the park’s ongoing celebration of “curiosity, discovery, and the magic of possibility.”
Disney | Events | Theme Parks
Tony Baxter joins Walt Disney Birthplace for virtual celebration of Walt’s birthday on Dec. 5
The Walt Disney Birthplace is throwing a virtual birthday party for Walt Disney on Dec. 5 with special guest Disney Legend Tony Baxter.
Holiday | Television | Travel
Chicago’s Magnificent Mile Lights Festival, featuring Mickey, Minnie and more, goes virtual — here’s how to watch
Chicago’s BMO Harris Magnificent Mile Lights Festival was called off this year but a special virtual experience will take the place of in-person festivities. Here’s how to watch.
‘The FRIENDS Experience: The One in Chicago’ brings the beloved TV show to life
Friends fans in Chicago are getting the chance to step inside their favorite sit-com at The FRIENDS Experience on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.
‘Dragon Ball Symphonic Adventure’ kicks off North American tour in Chicago
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of “Dragon Ball Z,’ Toei Animation Inc. and Funimation have announced that “Dragon Ball Symphonic Adventure,” a unique concert experience, is coming to North America.
Toys “R” Us Adventure interactive playgrounds coming to Atlanta and Chicago
Their colorful stores may have closed, but the iconic toy store brand is coming back to Atlanta and Chicago in the form of limited-time Toys “R” Us Adventure interactive playgrounds.
Chicago favorite Portillo’s coming to the Disney area in Orlando
The Chicago favorite restaurant, Portillo’s, has announced that a new location is coming to the Disney area in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
Oscar Mayer opens Wienermobile for overnight stays on Airbnb
To celebrate National Hot Dog Day on July 17, Oscar Mayer listed the Wienermobile on Airbnb. As a bonus, the 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels will be available to book during one of Chicago’s busiest music festival weekends from Aug. 1-4.