Get lost in the immersive sights and sounds of the rainforest as you make your way through all new animal exhibits and attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Wild Oasis realm.

The theme park announced its oldest operating roller coaster will end its run on Labor Day.

SeaWorld Entertainment announced Tuesday that it was changing its name to United Parks and Resorts. The change is effective Feb. 12.

According to the state of Florida, these are the places you'll want to visit this holiday season.

Long lines are easily one of the worst parts of any tourist attraction. Here are the worst of the worst.

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is bringing back its family-friendly Halloween event

A major change is on the way the next time you visit SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica or Busch Gardens.

Busch Gardens reveals 'Sin City Zombies' Howl-O-Scream scare zone

A man jumped into Busch Garden’s alligator habitat to record a video.

Summer events are coming to Busch Gardens and SeaWorld parks in Florida this year, according to the park officials.

Busch Gardens announced on Thursday that it will be thanking its guests with free and discounted beer at its Tampa and Virginia parks over the summer.

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens is giving military veterans and their families and friends the opportunity to visit some of its parks for free.

Is it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is planning a lineup of exciting activities for the Easter holiday weekend.

Several Florida theme parks ranked among the best in the country for 2023, according to U.S. News.

The attraction, which is located in the park’s former Rhino Rally area near the animal care center and elephant habitat, is the world’s tallest and fastest of its kind.

Bandar, a critically endangered male Sumatran Tiger, was taken in by Busch Gardens becoming the first Sumatran tiger that they've had under their wing.

Is it fast, filled with epic twists and turns, sport an epic storyline all while still taking you on a smooth ride that doesn't make you want to puke? If so, it likely made the Florida's Fourth Estate top rollercoaster list.

The holiday season is nearly here and Christmas Town is coming back to Busch Gardens.

SeaWorld is reopening its parks in Florida on Saturday after closing for Hurricane Ian this week.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is preparing to celebrate Halloween with its all-new event, Spooktacular.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay just launched a limited-time offer for its 2023 Fun Card.

In honor of National Roller Coaster Day on Aug. 16, Busch Gardens is giving its Tampa Bay guests an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of fan-favorite coasters.

Busch Gardens is looking to terrify its guests with a new holiday-themed haunted house at Howl-O-Scream.

SeaWorld is giving military veterans, as well as their families and friends, the opportunity to visit some of its parks for free starting this weekend.

A 30-year-old man was shot in the leg and arrested Monday following a confrontation with a woman outside C’s Waffles, according to the DeLand Police Department.

The Orlando Magic is set to host a free 2022 NBA Draft watch party at the Amway Center on June 23.

The fast-growing legal sports betting industry is extending its reach to the middle of the ocean.

A grand jury in the Middle District of Florida’s Ocala Division has charged two men with a federal hate crime for their alleged role in the beating of a Black man because of his race, according to the Department of Justice.

A pink house seen on W. Washington Street in the Parramore community will soon be known as Ms. Betty Resilience Hub Learning Center.

It’s June. It’s Florida. It’s supposed to be hot.

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced the arrests of 12 men accused of soliciting children online for sex, including a Disney employee and a man who rode his bike 10 miles in an attempt to meet a child.

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens is offering a limited-time sale on park tickets.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s water park Adventure Island has officially opened two new water slides.

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens are now offering military members and up to three guests complimentary one-day admission to the theme park.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is preparing for the return of the annual Food and Wine Festival.

A person was found injured following a shooting and attempted carjacking in Orlando Friday night, according to officers.

A 60-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle Friday night in Orange County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

A man walking along a Titusville street was injured in a drive-by shooting Friday afternoon, police said.

A man faces a first-degree murder charge months after a fatal shooting in Orange County, according to deputies.

It’s the roller coaster on every thrill-seeker’s bucket list this year, and for good reason too.

Thrill seekers, this article is for you! Florida is home to several world record-breaking attractions that come with steep drops, high speeds and surprising twists.

Black Friday is a week away but SeaWorld in Orlando and Busch Gardens in Tampa have already released their sales for the holidays.

The holiday festivities are returning to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

Central Florida theme parks aren't ready to wrap up summer just yet.

As coronavirus protocols are eased across Central Florida’s theme parks, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens are the latest attractions to return to full capacity.

An all-new haunted house will be making an appearance at Busch Gardens’ Howl-O-Scream, which kicks off Sept. 10.

The same night the Tampa Bay Lightning won the championship game, Busch Gardens welcomed a new giraffe calf.

Busch Gardens’ Howl-O-Scream scaring up new thrills this year

Busch Gardens will kick off “Summer Nights” with its newest and “biggest” fireworks show in just a little over one week along with extended park hours.

World-renowned artist and conservationist Dr. Guy Harvey will debut his new memoir titled “Guy Harvey’s Underwater World” to guests at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

Created especially for the youngest members of the family, kids and parents alike can join in the springtime fun at Busch Gardens’ Sesame Street Safari of Fun Kids’ Weekends.

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PASCO COUNTY, Fla. – What would you do if you were walking and found a bald eagle struggling to stay alive? Well, some children in Pasco County are being praised after rescuing a bald eagle and taking it to someone who could help. Once crews took a look, they noticed that the eagle had a fishing hook stuck in its beak and fishing line wrapped around its wings. #GoodNews: Pasco County Fire Rescue assists with the rescue of a Bald Eagle wrapped in a fishing line. Experts say that if you find an injured eagle, you should call authorities immediately.

TAMPA, Fla – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay shared new details Monday about its upcoming Mardi Gras celebration which kicks off on Jan. 16. (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)Event organizers said some of the food available include a signature shrimp po’ boy, hearty jambalaya, shrimp and grits, voodoo coffee and hot and fresh beignets. Guests will also get the chance to try a number of new Mardi Gras inspired cocktails including hurricane drinks. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Mardi Gras (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)The Busch Gardens team has consulted with medical experts to offer modified events with required reservations and limited capacity for safe celebrations. The Mardi Gras celebration runs through Feb. 16.

Disney officials said the show is a first-ever collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering. Star Wars: Galactic StarcruiserStill under construction near the once former entrance to Disney’s Hollywood Studios is Walt Disney World’s most immersive Star Wars hotel experience. “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser is a completely new type of experience,” said Ann Morrow Johnson, executive producer for Walt Disney Imagineering. “You’re going to live onboard a star cruiser…and you can get wrapped up in the larger Star Wars story” she described on Disney’s blog. Other exciting additions coming to Walt Disney World this year include:Universal Orlando ResortJurassic World: VelocicoasterUniversal Orlando Resort is set to unleash and all new predator, the Jurassic World: Velocicoaster.

Circuit Court Judge Jack Gutman adjudicated St. Cyr guilty and ordered him to pay $303 in court costs. “I know the game going into theme parks when they’re closed and posting them on YouTube,” Gutman told St. Cyr during the hearing. St. Cyr did not respond to a voicemail and text message from News 6 seeking comment for this story. His attorney, Jonah Dickstein, told the judge that St. Cyr is moving on from the conduct that landed him in court. Unlike St. Cyr, a judge did not adjudicate McGuire guilty after he entered a no contest plea, so the Alabama man avoided a criminal conviction on his record.

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TAMPA, Fla – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced new details Thursday about its upcoming Howl-O-Scream event. Lycan LandingLycan Landing Scare Zone (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)It’s always a full moon at this campground and the park rangers can’t hear you scream. The ShortcutThe Shortcut Scare Zone (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)Cutting through the cemetery may seem like an easy way out, except when the corpses rise from the ground to invite you into their gravesThe EscapeThe Escape Scare Zone (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)In this treacherous realm, chaos reigns and rules are made to be broken. The JunkyardThe Junkyard Scare Zone (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)You’ll find more than spare parts as you explore this surly scrap site. 2020 Scare Zones | Howl-O-Scream Brave your way through TEN spacious scare zones, including four all-new zones throughout the park.

TAMPA, Fla. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on Monday offered new incentives to purchase a 2021 Fun Card and gave details about its upcoming seasonal bier fest event. One event included is Busch Gardens seasonal bier fest, which is set to begin Sept. 12. Bier Fest at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)Some food offerings include Sam Adams Octoberfest braised short ribs, New England IPA drunken shrimp tacos, loaded mac and cheese with creamy Budweiser cheese sauce, Bavarian pretzel sticks and Yuengling black and tan chocolate cupcakes. Bier fest sampler lanyards, which include a five-sample punch card, will be available for $32.99. Busch Gardens will welcome back its Sesame Street kids weekends Oct. 3 and holiday Christmas town event on Nov. 23.

The Busch Gardens restaurant supervisor told News 6 the DEO notice indicated there were some issues that suggested she might not be eligible after all. When she called the DEO to get some answers, she said the conversation with the woman checking her account was very confusing. ”I said, ‘I just received two checks from you guys.‘”Brannon’s W2 confirms she has been an employee with Busch Gardens and is eligible for unemployment benefits. The single mom of a 17-year-old boy said she has worked for Busch Gardens for “nearly 23 years” and was surprised to see a list of employers and a Social Security number that didn’t match her personal information. Brannon’s account was locked due to duplicate claims (one with a wrong social security number), but our team has been in contact with her and we have resolved her issue,” Landrum wrote.

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ORLANDO, Fla. – SeaWorld Orlando's "biggest ride yet" could be even bigger than expected. According to a filing with the Federal Aviation Administration, SeaWorld wants the planned roller coaster to rise 201 feet into the sky. The FAA has to sign off on anything taller than 200 feet. Sharks are rumored to be the theme of the thrill ride. SeaWorld plans to reveal more details May 27.