Disney to lay off 28,000 workers at its theme parks in Florida and California
Squeezed by limits on attendance at its theme parks and other restrictions due to the pandemic, The Walt Disney Co. said Tuesday it planned to lay off 28,000 workers in its parks division in California and Florida.
Disney World reveals early December hours
The theme park will be making changes from November.
Disney World plans to reopen one water park in 2021
Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon have been closed since March, despite other Disney World parks reopening.
Universal Orlando opening 2 haunted houses for daytime guests
Universal Orlando on Monday announced it will be opening two haunted houses available to daytime guests at Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Candlelight Procession at EPCOT canceled for 2020, Disney officials say
In place of these events, Walt Disney World said that they will decorate the parks in festive décor between November 6th and December 30th.
Busch Gardens, Adventure Island employees on edge as parent company announces layoffs
A SEC filing by SeaWorld Entertainment revealed the pandemic has hit the theme park business hard, and they will now be forced to lay off many of their furloughed employees.
SeaWorld Orlando offers Florida teachers free admission for a year
The 'SeaWorld Florida Teacher Card' is good through August 31, 2021.
Disney, honor Chadwick Boseman with a Wakanda-themed park: Whoopi Goldberg
'The View' co-host thinks Disney should pay special tribute to the 'Black Panther' star.
Busch Gardens announces socially-distanced Bier Fest, new 'Fun Card' with 4 free months
Busch Gardens' yearly Bier Fest is returning with plenty of beers and bites for guests to enjoy.
Over 800 employees at Universal Orlando Resort will lose their jobs due to impact of COVID-19, notice says
The employees were indefinitely furloughed or permanently terminated, according to a notice filed.
DeSantis backs added capacity at major theme parks
Gov. Ron DeSantis backed allowing more customers at major theme parks in Orlando as he and park officials gave high marks Wednesday to coronavirus safety measures.
Disney World will continue to have reduced hours in November
There has been no announcement regarding the park's plans for Christmas.
Universal Orlando Resort launches date-based pricing for tickets
In addition, the theme park company is currently offering a "Buy a Day" ticket that gives visitors unlimited visits through December 24 -- for the price of a single-day ticket.
Disney World to host coronavirus testing site, actors to possibly return to work
The decision encouraged Actor’s Equity Association to sign a memorandum of understanding allowing the actors, singers and stage managers to return to their jobs.
Disney World offering 4-day ticket deal for $49 a day to Florida residents
The new 'Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket' options offer guests a choice of 2, 3, or 4-day tickets at a discount.
Busch Gardens announces Howl-O-Scream will still happen -- with modifications and social distancing
Get ready to scream: Busch Gardens says Howl-O-Scream is still happening this year.
Splash Mountain ride vehicle became submerged underwater with guests onboard, video shows
Another rider posted photos of the incident as well, showing their feet submerged in water and the ride vehicle wet and submerged underwater.
Universal Orlando selling 'Buy a Day' tickets with unlimited visits through Dec. 24 for Florida residents
Universal Orlando is offering a new "Buy a Day" ticket that gives Florida residents unlimited visits through Dec. 24 -- for the price of a single-day ticket.
Universal Orlando opens Halloween Horror Nights Tribute store
The store gives park guests the opportunity to take home specialty, retro-themed merchandise inspired by the history of the Halloween event.
Busch Gardens welcomes rare baby echidna
There's a new arrival at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and the park is one of the very few places in the U.S. where visitors can see it. For the first time, the theme park has welcomed an echidna.