SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating its 1,000th manatee rescue and encouraging everyone to stay mindful on the water.

Central Florida is getting a brand new major theme park, and while there’s much excitement surrounding Epic Universe, Universal Orlando’s competitors are looking to get a piece of the pie this summer.

The incident happened in September 2024 and the U.S. Department of Labor announced the citation on Friday.

To celebrate Baby Shark, SeaWorld and The Pinkfong Company, the creators of the global sensation, are joining forces to bring exclusive live character interactions to SeaWorld parks.

Big changes are coming to SeaWorld Orlando as the park prepares to debut Expedition Odyssey, a state-of-the-art flying simulation ride that will take guests on a thrilling journey through the Arctic.

Two weekends in March, guests can immerse themselves in Irish culture with exclusive entertainment and special food and beverage offerings as part of the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Seven Seas Food Festival.

With spring break quickly approaching, if you’re looking to stay in the Central Florida area but still get out of the house and enjoy the warm weather, here are 10 events to visit or activities to do. Let’s go!

SeaWorld Orlando has announced an exciting addition to its Seven Seas Food Festival lineup, inviting guests to let the party play on with newly added performers.

This park is bringing back its popular event, Coasters After Dark, with an exciting new twist for 2025.

News 6 has created a guide on five unique date spots in The City Beautiful.

One of the world’s largest marine zoological parks is a place of wonder, fun, and plenty of hands-on learning.

On Friday, Feb. 14, guests at SeaWorld Orlando can say “be mine” and dine with sharks.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival 5K Fun Run is back for all ages to participate in. Run for a chance to win SeaWorld Orlando annual passes!

On select weekends, families can join their favorite Sesame Street friends including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, and more.

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Running from Jan. 31 to May 4, guests can savor nearly 200 food and drink options inspired by international cultures while enjoying the attractions and animal presentations.

Included in park admission, SeaWorld Orlando's “Inside Look” program takes guests behind the scenes of animal habitats.

If you have a hankering for a Chick-fil-A sandwich and waffle fries while learning about environmental conservation and riding thrilling roller coasters, your day just got better.

Registration for the Preschool Card ends Feb. 3 and is only available online.

For some, a Central Florida theme park is the perfect place to ring in the New Year.

On Dec. 31, the park’s New Year’s Eve Celebration will include fireworks, lively dance parties, plus animal encounters and spectacular shows.

Dozens of businesses and attractions are honoring veterans and active duty military members for 2024

Black Friday is known to be the kick-off to the holiday shopping season, and there's no better time to purchase tickets to theme parks.

There will be plenty of jolly good thrills and festive fun happening at SeaWorld Orlando this holiday season.

Florida’s theme parks and attractions are set to reopen following Hurricane Milton’s crossing of the Sunshine State.

Move over Moo Deng the pygmy hippo, there’s another adorable aquatic mammal that has a face worth gushing over.

Here is a list of attractions that have announced closures due to Tropical Storm Helene as well as hurricane policies in place at Florida theme parks.

A new attraction at SeaWorld Orlando will soon offer guests an immersive experience flying over the Arctic landscape.

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The event features four all-new haunted houses, along with three never-before-seen scare zones, two new immersive blood-chilling bars, and four heart-dropping coasters.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Spooktacular is included with park admission.

On Aug. 16, SeaWorld Orlando invites guests to find one of 50 VIP Quick Queue passes hidden throughout the park, offering guests a chance to score priority access to coasters, including the all-new Penguin Trek.

Orange County Animal Services will keep custody of a small dog that was found inside a hot car in the parking lot of SeaWorld Orlando last month.

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In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops delivers the latest news from Central Florida's theme parks.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops delivers the latest news from Central Florida's theme parks.

In the Loop: Theme Park Scoops delivers the latest news from Central Florida's theme parks.

SeaWorld Orlando has announced the introduction of new exciting elements to the park’s Howl-O-Scream celebration this year.

Prepare yourself for an unforgettable Halloween night at SeaWorld Orlando’s inaugural Howl-O-Sprint 5K Run on Friday, September 13, 2024.

It’s Tampa’s most terrifying Halloween event and this year, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is celebrating 25 years of Howl-O-Scream.

A man is in critical condition after being found unresponsive in a pool at Discovery Cove.

A new ride at SeaWorld Orlando is stirring up a lot of hype.

I'm Brooke Savage, the writer behind the "Setting The Stage" newsletter, with what's happening in Central Florida's theatre and art scene during the beginning of July.

Hi friends! It’s Brenda, back for all the Central Florida Happenings.

Shark Week kicks off on July 7 and Central Florida theme parks offer limited and year-round experiences fit for the shark fin-atics.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands, Brew and BBQ festival is set to return to the theme park this month for Florida summer celebration like no other.

Central Florida theme parks are ready to celebrate the red, white, and blue

This summer, SeaWorld Orlando is launching thrilling expeditions to the icy wilderness of Antarctica.

SeaWorld Orlando and its affiliated water park, Aquatica, are celebrating the start of summer with their 4th of July sale, providing guests the opportunity to purchase reduced-price tickets, Fun Cards and annual passes now through June 23.

Club Wyndham has partnered with SeaWorld during its 60th anniversary to introduce a custom-designed suite at the Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort

Memorial Day sale available for a limited time.

Guests can spend a half-day alongside a Discovery Cove zoological expert and get up close and personal with a variety of animals.

A manatee that was rescued and rehabilitated once before is now in the care of SeaWorld Orlando.

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SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival is hosting a 3-mile Fun Run. This inaugural event takes place on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

Starting March 30, SeaWorld Orlando’s water park invites guests to dive into a world of festive fun, delicious culinary delights, and unforgettable entertainment, all included with park admission.

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After 60 years as a company, SeaWorld is celebrating a landmark anniversary with its “So Much More to Sea” campaign.

SeaWorld is putting a new twist on waterslides.

Stacker compiled a list of the best places for nine popular indoor activities in Orlando using data from Yelp

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Antarctic attraction set to open this spring

SeaWorld Orlando is ready for you to fall in love below the surface of the waves, just feet from dozens of sharks.

SeaWorld is gearing up to celebrate its 60th anniversary in style, with a handful of festivities and new attractions planned throughout the year.

Ahead of the debut of the Seven Seas Food Festival, SeaWorld Orlando is announcing some of the fun and flavors guests can expect for its limited-time Mardi Gras celebration.

The ride track is now complete for SeaWorld Orlando’s newest roller coaster, Penguin Trek.

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

SeaWorld Orlando is bringing back its highly anticipated Seven Seas Food Festival for 2024, introducing a number of all-new flavors.

SeaWorld Orlando is preparing a weekend full of excitement for families with small children.

SeaWorld Orlando successfully released Reckless and Churro, a manatee mother and calf duo, back to Broward County.

Construction crews at SeaWorld Orlando are making major progress on the park’s newest and upcoming attraction, Penguin Trek.

Now through Jan. 31, any guests 21 and over can enjoy a free 7-ounce beer while at the theme park.

SeaWorld Orlando submitted plans this week to Orange County to build its second hotel, a month after applying for its first one.

SeaWorld Orlando is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of its “Inside Look” program.

SeaWorld Orlando is now offering Florida residents the oppurtunity to take advantage of its Preschool Card.

SeaWorld Orlando is set to ring in the New Year with its vibrant Three Kings Celebration, a special festival dedicated to Three Kings’ Day.

Central Florida's iconic theme parks are gearing up for an extraordinary year as they prepare to unveil an exciting lineup of new experiences and attractions.

SeaWorld Orlando is inviting guests to ring in the new year with a special celebration.

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SeaWorld Orlando is making progress on its plans to develop and build its own resort style hotel.

SeaWorld Orlando, Central Florida’s iconic marine-themed park, is making a splash as it celebrates its 50th anniversary, having opened its gates in 1973.

SeaWorld Orlando is spotlighting some of its coolest residents this Walrus Awareness Week.

SeaWorld Orlando's beloved Christmas Celebration is back this year, promising more holiday magic than ever before.

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SeaWorld Orlando is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of its “Inside Look” program.

SeaWorld Orlando is set to raise the thrill even higher with the introduction of its latest attraction, “Penguin Trek.”

Westbound traffic will now shift around 12 feet toward the median on a temporary stretch of road between Central Florida and Daryl Carter parkways.

SeaWorld Orlando is celebrating the historic milestone birth of three smalltooth sawfish pups.

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The Weather Channel released its list of five of the best U.S. cities to visit for Halloween this year — and one Florida city managed to make the cut.

SeaWorld Orlando is set to redefine thrill-seeking in Spring 2024 with the highly anticipated arrival of “Penguin Trek.”

The Halloween celebration will offer trick-or-treating in select areas of the park with a purchase of a reusable candy bag, a scavenger hunt and more.

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

SeaWorld Orlando is once again offering free admission to Florida certified teachers for the next year.

If you’re looking for a tropical oasis for your next vacation – look no further than Discovery Cove.

One week after Central Florida saw record heat, SeaWorld announced Tuesday that it’s introducing a “Weather-or-Not” Assurance policy.

SeaWorld Orlando is preparing to dive back into the siren infested waters for this year’s Howl-O-Scream event. The event, which is now in its third year, is returning with what SeaWorld calls a triple threat.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando announced the launch of its 2024 Fun Card.

SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are both celebrating with their own Coaster Challenges.