Amway Arena
March 3, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Entertainment
The Amway Arena is one of Central Florida’s finest multi-purpose facilities. It serves as home to the NBA’s Orlando Magic, AFL Orlando Predators, and numerous world-class entertainment and sporting events, musical concerts, and stage productions. This 367,000 square foot facility can seat over 18,000 and offers on-site parking, in-house staff for all departments from advertising to catering and event staff.
Amway Arena
600 Amelia Street
Orlando, FL 32801
407-849-2000
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2010 Celebration Games Rescheduled for November – Celebration, Florida
February 22, 2012 by Jim Siegel
Filed under Events Calendar, Orlando Things To Do
The annual Celebration Games, a kind of friendly Olympics among the residents of Celebration, have been rescheduled. Originally slated for the traditional third and fourth weekends in February, they are now scheduled for the first two weekends in November. The postponement avoids an overlap with the Celebration K-8 School Artrageous event that will benefit the School’s Tech-up Program. When the Games finally occur in November, they will include three new events: kickball, Wii tournament, and Bocce. In contrast to the regular international Olympics, all age residents will be able to participate in many of the events.
Last February, a record number of Celebration participants turned out for the annual town event. In spite of busy schedules of work, school, children, and other civic events, hundreds of spirited residents of all ages participated in the sometimes-chilly, early-morning air to have fun together competing for bragging rights among the town villages. For the second year in a row, the Western District, comprised of Celebration Main Village, West Village, and Lake Evelyn, captured the most points.
Robin Malatino, one of the main organizers of the Games since they were initiated in 2007, credited the hard work of the District captains, plus ongoing expansion of the Games to more activities and all age groups. “The first year involved only adults,” she said. “During the second year we added board games for which children were eligible. Last year we added some new activities, including croquet, women’s basketball, and a talent show.”
The talent show was particularly a huge success by any measure. Emceed by Celebration resident DJ and entertainment extraordinaire Joe Magic, the two hour show featured twenty-one acts that included dancing, singing, gymnastics, cheerleading, musical instruments, comedy, and even karate. It was an opportunity for residents of all ages, children, teens, and adults to demonstrate the breadth of talent here in Celebration. The Celebration K-8 School Gymnasium bleachers were filled to overflowing as residents enthusiastically applauded their appreciation, while the judges (Jacqueline Hazen of the Central Florida Talent Agency, Michelle Bastone of Radio Disney, and former child star and current talent agent Stephanie Brown) carefully marked their score sheets.
With the popularity of video games in our culture today, it was not surprising that “arcade wars” was also an added event last year and were held at the Family Fun Station on Front Street. It may not be recognized by the International Olympic Committee (at least not yet), but admittedly video games do require a great deal of eye-hand coordination, as well as mental acuity and fast reaction time. Most importantly, the event had been one more way of including more residents in the Games, not to mention giving children and teens an opportunity to easily best their parents. This year arcade wars will be replaced by the Wii competition.
Again this year the various villages of Celebration will be organized into four Districts that will compete against one another: East District Pirates (East Village, Roseville Corner, Condo Terraces, and Aquila Reserve), North District Knights (North Village, Georgetown Condos, and Acadias), Western District Alleycats (Celebration Main Village, West Village, Lake Evalyn, and The Downtown Condos), and South District Leprechauns (South Village, and Artisan Park Homes and Condos).
Residents interested in learning more should go to www.celebrationgames.org.
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Water Parks in Orlando
January 30, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Attractions, Fun Things To Do
Central Florida is home to some of the world’s most amazing themed water parks in the world. Visit Disney’s Blizzard Beach and brave one of the world’s largest and fastest waterslides or snorkel the Shark Reef at Typhoon Lagoon. Wet N’ Wild in Orlando features over 30 acres of slides and rides for the whole family while Sea World’s Aquatica will take you on a magical aquatic adventure like never before!
Find the best water parks in Orlando and Central Florida in our web directory.
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Universal Studios, Universal Orlando
January 28, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Attractions
Experience Hollywood at Orlando’s most popular movie theme park. Brave the Revenge of the Mummy, experience the many 3-D rides, tour Skynet from The Terminator, and check out Universal’s latest addition, the Simpson’s Ride!
Universal Studios Orlando
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, FL 32819
407-363-6000
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Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando
January 26, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Attractions
Experience Orlando’s Islands of Adventure at Universal Studios in Orlando. Explore Jurassic park, take a thrill ride on The Incredible Hulk Coaster, and experience The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and much, much more at one of the most technologically advanced theme parks in the world.
Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, FL 32819
407-363-8000
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Fun Spot USA
January 24, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Attractions, Fun Things To Do
Come experience the thrills and family fun at Fun Spot USA. Try out the NASCAR experience, G-force dragsters, multi-level go-kart track and soar from the world’s tallest Sky Coaster. Fun Spot USA is open until midnight and offers free admission, free parking, free unlimited soft drinks and unlimited fun for the whole family!
Fun Spot USA
5720 West Hwy 192
Kissimmee, FL 34746
407-397-2509
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Universal CityWalk Orlando
January 20, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Central Florida Living
Universal CityWalk in Orlando is the hottest spot for dining, shopping, and entertainment. This 30-acre complex offers Central Florida’s best in live music, dining, dancing, shopping, and entertainment. Come and experience Blue Man Group, go dancing at The Groove, or just chill out at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville. There is always something happening at CityWalk!
Universal City Walk
6000 Universal Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32819
407-363-8000
Night Clubs at Universal CityWalk
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Cirque du Soleil- La Nouba
January 18, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Entertainment, Fun Things To Do
Cirque du Soleil La Nouba… “live it up,” can only be seen at Walt Disney World, Downtown Disney, in Orlando, Florida. Consistent with Cirque tradition, La Nouba does not disappoint. Packed with daring acrobatics, flawless choreography, fascinating characters, and live music, Cirque du Soleil La Nouba is sure to captivate your imagine from beginning to end.
Cirque do Soleil- La Nouba
Downtown Disney
Lake Buena Vista, FL
407-939-7600
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Blue Man Group – Central Florida’s Best Entertainment
January 18, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Entertainment
Blue Man Group- one of Florida’s Best shows at Universal Studios Orlando. Read more
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Wall Street Plaza Downtown Orlando
January 15, 2012 by Central Florida Magazine
Filed under Entertainment
Wall Street Plaza is Central Florida’s best entertainment destination. The Wall Street Plaza in Orlando is located next to Heritage Square Park and Orange Avenue in downtown Orlando. The Plaza offers lunch, dinner, and late-night dining and features eight bars, each with its own flavor.
Wall Street Plaza
18 Wall Street Plaza
Orlando, FL 32802
470-849-0471
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