What's not to like about Night of a Million Lights?! This event is held at Give Kids the World…read morewhich is a story book type resort dedicated to providing children with critical illnesses and their families A weeklong vacation experience. As for the event, Night of a Million Lights, it is a holiday event work all the houses are adorned with Christmas lights and music going on all around. For 2021, as you arrive to the property you are directed to parking on the other side of Route 192. From there you will be driven by boss over to the event. It's about a 10 minute bus ride, maybe a little less if less traffic and you don't hit the light, from the parking to the event drop off. Your ticket is scan before you get on the bus so once you come off, can you simply start enjoying the run. This year they have plenty of vendors throughout the property selling food, snacks, merchandise. It's a great event for a great cause, and plenty of opportunities for holiday photos

This was a great experience! I went on opening night (not intentionally, just worked with our…read moreplans) with my mother, aunt and cousin (GNO). We wanted to do something extra Christmas-y while my aunt and cousin were in town visiting and this fit the bill! We didn't fully know what to expect regarding the showcase, but it rocked! Plus, your supporting a good cause. The light displays were elaborate and so cool, I thought the sponsored houses were neat, and the train ride had a fantastic story and information with it. We didn't eat anything there or get souvenirs, but it looks well organized from that perspective with options. We were there from ~8pm-10pm and it was a perfect amount of time. It was low key and relaxed, but so exciting! I'd recommend this as a cute date night for couples or a family outing for young children. If you liked and miss Disney's Osbourne Lights at Hollywood Studios, you're going to love Night of a Million Lights!

The Orlando Japan Festival is sponsored by the non profit Japan Association of Orlando. The JAO was…read morefounded in 2011 and ever since then they have worked to create a greater understanding of Japanese culture in Florida to cultivate a deeper understanding of and interest in Japan and to promote friendship between Japan and Florida. The signature event of the JAO is the annual Orlando Japan Festival held every November. This year was the 24th year of the festival. The Orlando Japan Festival is held in the spacious Lakefront Park in Kissimmee. I was pleased to see that there was plenty of free parking only a few blocks away. Nothing ruins my festival mood faster than circling an hour for overpriced parking. Another nice feature of this festival is that admission is free. The festival is large and spread throughout this beautiful park. Near the water we were able to catch some relief from the heat with a cooling breeze. There are over 50 vendors selling Japanese goods, food, and drinks, and entertainment that includes Taiko drumming, Koto (the Japanese harp), traditional dancing, exhibitions of martial arts such as Judo, Karate and Kobudo. This Japanese culture festival ranges from the traditional to modern pop culture. My favorite part of the event was people watching because many attendees arrived in elaborate costumes. We started off with boba drinks and shopping but it was very hot and the food was expensive and the lines were long. After enjoying a walk around the festival we headed out to somewhere where we could sit and enjoy air conditioning while we ate. My recommendation is to arrive early for least limes and so you can enjoy all of the entertainment.

Love attending the annual japanese fetsival down in lakefront park in kissimmee around November!…read more My experience every year is always interesting especially the array of food booths and market booths that they offer. My favorite booth is the japanese anime / souvenier booth that offers kimono's , anime items, hello kitty, japanese ceramic tableware just to name a few! I recall the few times I have attended I have bought TONS of hello kitty items for less than $10! Last year I bought all of the kimono's they had for $10 each! I use the kimono's as beach or pool coverups. I also scored a big Hello Kitty Toki Doki backpack for $10! My favorite food booths are the gyudon beef bowl booth and the onigiri. I think its reasonably priced and you get full from eating it throughout the day you spend at the festival. You will also noticed some guests dressed in anime costumes and some in their kimono's. I attended wearing a kimono one time but the weather was too warm to wear all day. They finally sold souvenier t shirts for $25 last year and I ended up buying one since the past years they haven't sold any from what I recall. The japanese festival is a great way to experience japanese culture and to try out the awesome food the food booths offer. They also showcase cultural music on stage and also kimono try on's. Just a tip - If you want nearby parking try to come in 1 hr early before the festival starts. Try to attend it this year if you can!

My grandson and I had a great time and enjoyed watching Toy Story 5 . Great prices , nice theater…read moreand clean bathrooms

My partner recommended this place, I had seen a few TikTok's of it. It's so cute, cozy and overall…read morenice and a local business to support. I'd recommend adding it to your list of places to visit in St Cloud, I had a pretty nice experience

Don't know why they say dinner show in the advertisement, it's quite the opposite. There was a…read moreconcession stand where you can purchase over price pizza , hot dog , and pretzels but that's about it as far as food goes. As far as the show goes it was entertaining , little corny, but the kids enjoyed themselves which is why we went. But advertising as a dinner show was pretty deceptive.

While in town I attended the show with a friend. Have to say I was pleasantly surprised. The dinner…read moreand show are a really fun way to spend an evening. You can tell that the staff are having fun, which makes the experience enjoyable. Worth a visit!

I have seen a few shows at this little gem of a performing arts venue! The venue is great, the…read morestaff is friendly. It's great to see live performing arts.

I have been to this Madame Tussaud's several times over the years. It's very fun. It is cool to…read morestand next to some of your favorite celebrities and see how tall or not so tall they are. They are very realistic looking and it's kind of kitchsy but cool. I first came here over 10 years ago and they definitely update most of the figures. Taylor Swift is featured prominently in one of her costumes from the Eras tour and she was not there dressed like that the last time I visited. However, there are some that they do not. I have a picture of me and the Ryan Reynolds figure in the exact same jacket in the exact same spot 10 years apart. They have a DC comics area and that was probably my child's favorite part. They also have kung fu panda and Shrek and Fiona so those characters kept him entertained. The price to visit is a little steep however you can buy a combo ticket where you can visit numerous sites at icon park and that is definitely a better deal if you're planning on visiting multiple sites like the Orlando eye or sea life . We have Legoland annual passes and so a visit here is included with our Legoland annual pass. They are all a part of Merlin entertainment. A visit here last anywhere from 30 minutes to maybe a little over an hour. It definitely depends on how crowded it is and how much time you want to spend taking various pictures.

This is only worth going to if you combine it with sea life, and the Orlando Eye, or other things…read morein the area. This is a hard review for me to write, because standalone I probably would potentially give this place two stars, but combining with the other attractions, it raised my rating. I'm glad that it is so close to sea life, and the Orlando Eye, because we did all three and also grabbed food in the area, which made checking out this place worth it. We only came here because we have free passes through our Legoland annual pass. I have a five-year-old and a seven-year-old so they may be a little young to appreciate this place. I did recognize a majority of the figures, my kids did not. However, they do have superheroes which the kids found fun, and it was a good learning experience to talk to them about some of the historical figures. It is exactly what you would expect you walk through rooms and see you wax figures. The wax figures are very well done. Icon park has a free parking garage, where the upper levels are free and the lower levels you pay for. When we went on a Saturday at about 6 PM there wasn't a problem getting parking. We breezed through the museum in about 45 minutes.

This was absolutely amazing and we loved it! My mom and I did it for the two hours. The whole group…read moreconsisted of seven people. Each person got to go eight times in the two hour period! We were able to learn new tricks and then try to catch them. Depending on your comfortability level, you were able to try something basic or more complicated. The three guys running the place were very nice, funny, and helpful. Some of them have even previously preformed with Cirque Du Soleil. After each turn, they gave you tips to improve on your next turn. There was a fully equipped trapeze rig that was full sized! If you do go, make sure you wear socks and I recommend to wear athletic pants because it does start to hurt under your knees. If you've never been on a trapeze before then you should definitely try this awesome experience! If you have been on trapeze before, then definitely keep the "Orlando Circus School" in mind for the future!

We had the best experience with them. We held our daughter's birthday party there today and it was…read moreamazing. The staff was friendly, helpful and so fun! They had decorations set up for us when we got there!!! I highly recommend it. Thank you for making my girl's day so special. I will most certainly be throwing more parties there in the future!!

I have always wanted to visit this free history museum, and on a recent trip to Orlando, I finally…read morecaught them while they were open. Located in Kissimmee, the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum offers visitors an in depth look at the people, places, industries, and natural environment that have shaped Osceola County. The museum is operated by the Osceola County Historical Society, which was founded on October 29, 1949, when Charles and Twylah Hartley of St. Cloud and Alma Hetherington of Kissimmee chartered the organization. Their goal was to collect local artifacts and publish historical information to ensure that Osceola County's heritage would be preserved. Beginning in the 1960s, the Historical Society displayed artifacts and other historical items in a wing of the Osceola Center for the Arts. In 1987, Ross and Willa Lanier donated their historic family home to the Historical Society. Built in 1889, the house is now known as the Lanier Cracker House. That same year, heirs of the Spence family, Carl and Ruth Yates Spence, donated four acres of land and their family home on North Bass Road in Kissimmee. The Historical Society moved the Lanier Cracker House to the property and opened the Osceola County Pioneer Enrichment Center, helping commemorate the county's centennial. In 1990, the Historical Society's collection was moved from the Osceola Center for the Arts to the newly named Pioneer Village which you can also visit. In 2010, Osceola County approved an expansion of the Pioneer Village and Museum into Shingle Creek Regional Park. The partnership between Osceola County and the Historical Society eventually led to the creation of the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum which opened on October 2012. Today, the museum provides visitors with an introduction to Osceola County's history and natural environment. The exhibits include dioramas depicting several of the county's distinct habitats, including swampland, pine flatwoods, oak hammocks, and lakefront environments. Seeing these different ecosystems helps illustrate how closely the area's natural landscape is connected to its history and development. The museum also explores some of the industries and activities that helped shape Osceola County, including citrus, cattle, transportation, and early tourism. Many of the exhibits feature interactive displays and scavenger hunts, making the museum experience hands-on. After taking in the museum exhibits you can step outside and explore Shingle Creek, where you can see some of the natural environment featured in the exhibits. One thing that really stood out to me was how much this museum appeals to children. I love a free history museum, but some can be a little dry for younger visitors. This one does a great job of making history accessible through interactive exhibits, activities, and educational programs. The Historical Society also works with local school groups and offers field trips and community programs. Admission is completely free making it a budget friendly option. It is a worthwhile stop for families, history buffs, or anyone who wants to learn more about the history and natural environment of Osceola County. If you're in the Kissimmee area, I definitely recommend a visit.

WOW! What an absolute gem! This place had such a beautiful exhibit area! From the natives, to the…read morepioneers, to the wildlife in the area- we learned so much! Our 4 year and 1 year old were also BIG fans! Such awesome touch exhibits for them - a little tunnel they could crawl through, an adorable playhouse with toys and an awesome train station area with Lincoln logs. We will definitely be back - i just wish this was closer to my home!! Also bonus tip- if you are coming here with kids, check out the Construction Zone Restaurant near by- makes the perfect lunch spot!