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2016 Howl O Scream Halloween Event Now Open at Busch Gardens Tampa
ByCoaster Mike September 30, 2016October 4, 2016

Howl O Scream, Tampa’s most popular Halloween event, is now open at Busch Gardens. For 21 select nights, guests can experience the terrifying horrors from Sept. 23 through Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. this year’s theme is the Evil Encore! Howl-O-Scream 2016 returns with seven haunted houses, two of which are new and…

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News | Special Events | Universal

Universal Orlando Announces 2017 Mardi Gras Dates
ByCoaster Mike September 28, 2016February 13, 2017

Universal has announced a major change to its annual Mardi Grad celebration for 2017. In the past, Universal’s Mardi Gras event took place from February until mid April. In 2017, Mardi Gras will take place for 49 nights total, with the parade happening every night from February 4 to March 24! That’s a lot of beads to throw! Even…

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SeaWorld Orlando Announces 2017 Plans
ByCoaster Mike September 27, 2016April 12, 2018

SeaWorld Orlando has officially announced its 2017 attractions! 2017 will be an off year for the park, but several great additions will take place, from ride updates to event updates to animal habitats! Kraken, the only floorless coaster in Orlando, will become the first coaster in Florida to introduce the virtual reality concept that has…

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SeaWorld San Antonio Announces Wave Breaker: The Rescue Coaster
ByCoaster Mike September 27, 2016April 12, 2018

After ten years since a major ride opened, SeaWorld San Antonio has officially announced the addition of Wave Breaker: The Rescue Coaster for 2017! After months of speculation on our previous articles, SeaWorld finally confirmed the new Jet Ski Coaster! Race into action on a new generation of coaster that combines the thrill of the sea…

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News | Special Events | Universal | Video

Rock the Universe Returns to Universal Orlando This Weekend
ByCoaster Mike September 7, 2016September 9, 2016

Every weekend after Labor Day Rock the Universe takes place at Universal Studios, Florida’s Biggest Christian Music Festival. This year’s event will take place September 9, 10, and 11. The weekend will be filled with faith and worship with non-stop entertainment. Some of the Christian artists appearing will be Christian hip-hop legend TobyMac, Billboard Music…

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News | Six Flags | Video

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Unveils New Wonder Woman Ride For 2017
ByCoaster Mike September 1, 2016September 1, 2016

This morning, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom announced they will be opening WONDER WOMAN: Lasso of Truth in 2017! Get ready to experience a sensation of weighlessness as you spin and swing simultaneously, reaching heights of up to 147 feet in the air! Swinging higher and higher, while rotating counterclockwise are the hallmarks of this extreme,…

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News | Sea World Parks and Entertainment | Special Events

Choo Choo Soul Performing at SeaWorld Orlando September 10 and 11
ByCoaster Mike August 31, 2016September 1, 2016

Children’s musical sensation Choo Choo Soul will perform live concerts at SeaWorld Orlando on September 10 and 11. Genevieve and DC will perform soulful and imaginative renditions of the ABC’s and 1-2-3’s children and adults can enjoy together. Concerts are included with park admission and take place inside the Nautilus Theater at 11:30 a.m. and…

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Baby Hyena Makes Debut at Busch Gardens Tampa
ByCoaster Mike August 25, 2016April 12, 2018

A new baby spotted hyena has just been introduced to the hyena clan at Busch Gardens Tampa’s Edge of Africa habitat! The 20-week-old male cub was born at the park on April 3, 2016, and is named “Mandazi” for his sweet personality after a traditional pastry found on the Swahili coast. The cub is healthy and…

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Animal Expert Jack Hanna To Host Wild Weekend at SeaWorld Orlando
ByCoaster Mike August 12, 2016April 12, 2018

World-renowned animal expert “Jungle Jack” Hanna is back for another weekend of excitement and storytelling at SeaWorld Orlando on August 20 and 21! The internationally-known conservationist, author, television personality and lifelong adventurer will share animal facts and his travel tales during captivating and interactive presentations inside the Nautilus Theater. In addition to shows included with…

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Busch Gardens Williamsburg Voted World’s Most Beautiful Theme Park for 26th Year
ByCoaster Mike August 11, 2016August 11, 2016

Busch Gardens Williamsburg has earned the distinction of “World’s Most Beautiful Amusement Park” for the 26th consecutive year. The National Amusement Park Historical Association recently bestowed the honor upon Busch Gardens, continuing an annual tradition that dates all the way back to 1990! This is a great honor for Busch Gardens and the team members who…

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Pinky The Dancing Flamingo Killed By Guest at Busch Gardens Tampa
ByCoaster Mike August 3, 2016August 4, 2016

Busch Gardens Tampa is home to thousands of animals. Unfortunately, a park guest from Orlando grabbed Pinky, a well known flamingo at Busch Gardens Tampa, from its habitat and severely beat it, causing fatal injuries. Sadly, The Busch Gardens zoological staff had no choice but to euthanize Pinky due to the injuries. According to police, 45…

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Disneyland | News | Special Events

Disneyland Ending 60th Anniversary Diamond Celebration
ByCoaster Mike August 3, 2016August 4, 2016

Last year Disneyland announced it’s three major events that would be happening as part of the 60th anniversary Diamond Celebration: Paint the Night Parade and Disneyland Forever fireworks at Disneyland, and World of Color: Celebrate at California Adventure. This week, it was confirmed that the parade and both shows will have their last day on…

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