Don’t Miss This!

• Universal’s HHN Stay & Scream Overhaul!: Universal Orlando Resort has changed its Halloween Horror Nights ‘Stay and Scream’ protocol to a wristband system, allowing guests early park access and freedom to explore before event start, a huge time-saver for horror fans!
• Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America Transformation!: Walt Disney World is draining the Rivers of America, signaling significant changes and demolition to pave the way for exciting new expansions like Piston Peak National Park and a potential Villains Land.
• SeaWorld’s Attendance Boom!: SeaWorld Orlando and other United Parks & Resorts locations saw an attendance increase, with officials noting that Universal’s new Epic Universe theme park is helping to boost visitation across all Orlando parks.
• Animate! Orlando Hits the Convention Center!: Dive into three days of anime, animation, and cosplay at Animate! Orlando this weekend, a must-attend event for fans of all things fandom.
• Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Kicks Off Soon!: Get ready for early Halloween fun as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins on select nights in mid-August, offering exclusive entertainment, trick-or-treating, and spooky character greetings at Magic Kingdom.

• BREAKING: New Halloween Horror Nights Stay and Scream Protocols at Universal Orlando Resort

  Universal Orlando Resort is introducing a new wristband protocol for ‘Stay and Scream’ at Halloween Horror Nights 34. This change allows guests with a daytime ticket and an HHN ticket to pick up a wristband starting at 3 PM and explore Universal Studios Florida freely before entering select haunted house queues at 4 PM, eliminating the need for designated holding areas.

• BREAKING: Walt Disney World Begins Draining Rivers of America Ahead of Demolition at Magic Kingdom

  Walt Disney World has begun draining the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, a significant step before the large-scale demolition of the Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island. A portion of this land is slated for a ‘Cars’-themed Piston Peak National Park expansion of Frontierland, with another section potentially earmarked for an upcoming Villains Land.

• SeaWorld Orlando sees attendance gain after Epic challenge

  United Parks & Resorts, the parent company of SeaWorld and Busch Gardens parks, reported a slight increase in attendance in the second quarter of 2025, reaching 6.2 million guests, despite a drop in per capita guest revenue. SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove all experienced increased attendance, suggesting that the opening of Universal’s Epic Universe has contributed to a rise in overall Orlando visitation rather than cannibalizing other local parks.

• New Location and Opening Date for Halloween Horror Nights 34 Tribute Store

  Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store will open on August 26, taking over the Sahara Traders store and a nearby arcade in the New York area of Universal Studios Florida. Guests will enter through a highly-themed Museum of Antiquities setting, venturing into decrepit exhibit halls where an ancient evil was unleashed.

• Animate! Orlando 2025

  August 8-10, 2025 at Orange County Convention Center: A three-day celebration of anime, animation, cosplay, and more, featuring Q&As, gaming, panels, and costume contests.

• Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

  Begins August 15, 2025 (select nights) at Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort: A separate ticketed event featuring exclusive entertainment, trick-or-treating, unique character greetings, and Halloween-themed fireworks.

• Erykah Badu with The Alchemist

  August 20, 2025 at House of Blues Orlando: Neo-soul icon Erykah Badu brings her distinctive voice and artistry to Orlando, joined by acclaimed producer The Alchemist for a night of music.

• Imperial Wine Bar

  Tucked inside Washburn Imports, this unique neighborhood bar offers boutique wines, craft beers, and a relaxed atmosphere amidst exotic furniture.

• Orange County Regional History Center

  Located in the historic Orange County Courthouse, this five-story museum explores 14,000 years of Central Florida’s rich heritage with diverse exhibits.

• Wekiwa Springs State Park

  A natural paradise just minutes from downtown Orlando, this park features emerald springs, lush tropical hammocks, and opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

• Magic Kingdom: Unknown
• Epcot: Unknown
• Universal Studios Florida: High
• Islands of Adventure: High