I've come here a few times for different events. Most notably was the feast on 50…read more The parking situation was decent when we arrived. The event itself was coordinated well and a lot of fun! There was a large variety of activities and it was nice to see the alumni village and celebrate with other UCF graduates young and old! It's a shame that tickets aren't provided to veterans and family like they used to be! I would love to go back this year!

I have to say that while this place looks gorgeous, that is all I can say that is amazing about…read morethis place. I recently was here for a festival and it is a nice stadium and grounds, the rest is a lot to be desired. Getting into the venue was easy but the security wasn't on the same page with the water bottle rules. The site says sealed bottles were allowed but when I tried going through, they made me either throw it out or empty it before I was allowed in. I had to chug my water so I didn't have to pay for an $8 dollar bottle of water!!! The staff was more or less friendly but a lot of them seemed to wanna be anywhere else but there while the event was going on. The bathrooms were absolutely atrocious and should have been cleaned every thirty minutes. There was water and who knows what else, everywhere. Food was pretty good, from the handful of things I had over the weekend, but the prices were ridiculous. They wanted almost $10 dollars for an Auntie Anne's pretzel. Overall its a decent place with some happy workers and decently good food but not a venue I would go to unless absolutely necessary.

Being an educator has its perks!…read more Receiving free Orlando pride tickets was a really nice gesture and made for a fun date night last year. ( sorry for the late post ) The check in was really easy and the small clear bag policy wasn't an issue. Parking was easy as we parked by the near parking garage and walked maybe 5 minutes to the stadium. We had a really good time at the game watching the pride win and really enjoyed the fireworks and music during the halftime. Food selection was good and the had a variety of Pepsi products and cold beers. I'm looking forward to going to games this year with my daughter as she plays soccers and has not been to a game. On the website it shows the season of 16 games running through November 1,2026 so I will definitely be updating my review for the current season.

The best stadium food, hands down!…read more What makes Orlando's soccer stadium unique is their local food options. It's a great way to get to try Orlando staples such as 4Rivers, Black Rooster Taqueria, Teak and more! The women's team, although arguably better than the men's team, doesn't get a lot of love and they don't open all the seating for them. We sat in the general admission area which faces west and gets sun, but it's nice to be able to pick wherever you want to seat once you're there. The north side is all standing room only. This is where the fanatics and the drum line are keeping the game upbeat and exciting. The west side has dinner included in the price of the ticket. Overall, I can't believe it took me living nearly 8 years here to go to my first Orlando Pride game!

There are some amazing things about this theatre space…read more I love the way the doors can slide open so on nice Orlando nights it's like an open air entrance. I love how beautiful the stairwell is going up to two. I love how much they have expanded their food and beverage line up over the years. The sound tends to be pretty good, the communication from the theatre is always amazing. They waive fees if you come to the box office to buy your tickets. The seats are comfy and almost every seat has a solid view. The box seats are the exception so be warned. The volunteers are always amazing and they are so nice. It would be cool if they opened a second location that served coffee because that line for espresso beverages is always really long. I love the breadth of show types. There's always something for everyone.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026…read more Front Row, Center Tickets to Ms. Diana Ross' Concert Performance I've been to numerous events at the Dr. Phillips Center but nothing beats having the opportunity to see a legend perform within arms-length to where you're seated. And when that "Icon of Icons" is none other than Ms. Diana Ross...well, nothing else need be said. It was a dream come true to say the least. In my most previous update of the Dr. Phillips Center I indicated meeting with and having my photograph taken with the incredible soprano Sarah Brightman was an entertainment highlight of 2025. 2026 has just begun but I will have to use the superlative "spectacular" once again. As in a spectacular show from start to finish. Diana Ross may be 81 years old!...but she still has the voice and ahem...the moves of a much younger performer. Just think of this, she was performing with the Supremes in the 1960's. I wasn't even born and by the time I was she had 12 number one singles with the OG of girl groups! And she is still working it to this day. Ms. Ross sung a multitude of her hits which kept the crowd, and my sister and I, dancing and singing throughout the evening. However, when she started to belt out Gloria Gaynor's anthem "I Will Survive" that really got the audience out of their seats. An Icon singing and Iconic piece of music is an experience second to none. Ms. Ross, you and your mark on music history is unmatched...blessings to you and your family!

My friends and I went to our first ever Orlando Magic/NBA game a few weeks ago and we had so much…read morefun! They had a lot of fun segments in between breaks including dance performances, Disney trivia to win annual passes, and a small halftime show. We split a soft pretzel and it was fresh and warm. Keep in mind that a bag policy is enforced at all games and if your bag is too large you will have to rent a locker outside of the arena to hold your belongings. This was a super unique and enjoyable experience, and I do not follow basketball. I would definitely go to another game in the future.

Attended an Orlando Magic basketball game the other night and it had been a while since we had…read morespent any time at the arena. Overall, had a great experience and enjoyed the food and beverage offerings as there is quite a bit to choose from. Although some of the stalls did smell like they need to change their grease out because you could definitely tell that it was older grease. Drinks still feels overpriced, but that's almost any sports venue at this point.

"Now stand up and cheer for your Olrando Soooolar Bearrrs!! "…read more It's always a lively event every time the OSB play! We have one of the most engaged fan bases in the ECHL! I make it a habit to go to multiple games each season. It's so much fun to watch!! Definitely a great show of hometown pride!

How could you not have fun with a night out at the boy aquarium? The environment is really fun and…read morehyped, even if they aren't always the best team you still get all the action and fighting of going to a higher tiered team for way less of the price. Been a fan for years and don't plan on stopping! LETS GO BEARS

As a history and baseball fan I had to pay a visit to Tinker Field, named in honor of Joe Tinker…read more(1880-1948) who was a professional baseball player and developer. Joe experienced success with the Chicago Cubs from 1906 to 1910, where he won four pennants and two World Series championships. In 1919 Joe moved to Orlando where he managed the Orlando Tigers and operated a thriving real estate business during Florida's land boom years. The field that would become Tinker Field was first used for baseball in 1914. In 1922 Joe Tinker promoted construction of a new baseball stadium to attract teams for spring training. On April 19. 1923, the new ball field was dedicated. At 1.500 seats, the wooden stadium was larger than Yankee field. The field was red Georgia clay with a grass outfield of Bermuda sod. For years the field was used for spring training by the the Cincinnati Reds (1923-1933), Brooklyn Dodgers (1934-1935,) and the Washington Senators/Minnesota Twins (1936-1990) and as part of the Florida State League and the Southern League. Many Baseball Hall of Famers played here including Jackie Robinson, Rod Carew, Bert Blyleven, Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, and Harmon Killebrew. In 1963, the stadium was rebuilt with 1,000 seats from the 1911 Griffith Stadium in Washington D.C. On March 6, 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke to thousands when he gave his only speech in Central Florida, "Integration Now", from the pitcher's mound. Less than a month later he was assassinated. Tinker Field was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004 for its association with baseball and Joe Tinker, who was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1946. In 2015, the city removed the grandstands and buildings to make room for renovation of the Orlando Citrus Bowl, now Camping World. Tinker Field History Plaza opened in 2018 and the historic baseball diamond and field were landmarked by the Orlando City Council for its connection to the civil rights movement and minor and major league baseball. Marker F-923, Tinker Field was installed in 2016 by the City of Orlando and the Florida Department of State.

What a nice event for Orlando. We went on the last day of the 2020 event and arrived around 2p…read more We were lucky enough to find a close parking spot so we started off great. We had free tix courtesy of a local radio station contest. I can still hear the busy signals in my ear from dialing in. This year, the event was "cashless", which doesn't mean you can't bring cash, but it means you pre-load your bracelet with money that you can use to purchase items from various vendors. It sounds like a good idea, but you have to guess as to how much to load, then do math all day and remember how much you have. When you purchase something, you can ask the person what your balance is. It's nice to not have to get out your wallet every time, but also a pain if you want something that's $7 and you have $6 left. You can't combine "bracelets" either so if someone had $1 left, they'd either have to reload or lose it. There was also a $1 service charge for the privilege of using the bracelet. As far as food options, there were plenty. Various restaurants from around town were there serving up some of their favorites. Gringos Locos, Dixie Dharma, Kaizen Something or other, American Social, Jeremiahs Italian Ice, Jimmy Hula's, and many others were there. It's a great way to try things without driving all over. Many places also had vegan and vegetarian options. There were plenty of wine vendors as well, and those lines were the shortest (or non existent). There was something you could buy that was a sampling of wines for $20. I think they punched or scanned something with each vendor. Most wineries were charging $7 for a glass (plastic cup) of wine. I would think if you want people to try your wines, you'd have it at a lower price point. Are they there to make money or get people to love their wine? (Gringos Locos got it with their $2 Double Decker Tacos, the line was nuts). The event ran till 7 but around 4p, some vendors were already closing up shop. That would be disappointing to me if I was arriving later in the day. There was also Mixed Drinks, Bloody Mary Bars, Beer, Hard Seltzer, and water/soda if you weren't there to get Lit. Prices were good for these options. There were plenty of porta-johns and hand washing stations which is nice. There was a stage with rotating bands. Lots of security as well. I'd recommend going as a nice day out. I wish they'd improve the cashless payment method though. At least let people combine. I'd give it 4 stars if it wasn't for that.

An A OK event that has some ups and downs. This is an annual event that takes place in the heart of…read moredowntown. There are tons of parking garages and lots in the local area that are within walking distance, most are around $5-7 dollars, so it's not too bad. It's about $20 for entry into the event, which seems a bit steep to me, since you have to pay for tickets for the food and drinks on top of that. Each ticket is $2 and most drinks and food are between 3-4 tickets ($6-8). It's a pretty expensive event overall once you tally up parking, entry and tickets. There are a lot of vendors, especially local vendors, which is great, cause I love to support local. There were about 40 tents, about half drinks and half food. There is a menu of options when you arrive, so you can know what to expect. Overall: B- A good locals event, but a pretty steep price tag on it once you add it all up.

Go Lions! We definitely have an outstanding soccer club with…read morean energetic fan base! The stadium is nice, with a great amount of seating and a good variety of dining options! The tailgate area is a lot of fun too! It's always lively and a good time! I've been loosely following our soccer team for a few years now.

I had season tickets for the team when they started at camping world and continued to have them…read morewhen they moved to the new stadium. However, around COVID, I decided not to renew, so it has been a few years since I've been to a game. The reps from the team have been in contact with me often over the last several years. The call and they email, asking if I want to buy another season or package of games. Apparently, all my points from lion nation have added up? They said I had credit in my account that I could use towards tickets. I used my credit to get a three game package in the vip section which includes all you can eat and drink (NA/beer/wine). We went to a Saturday game and had a great time. The seats were great- I could see the plays happening and nothing blocked my view. The food has suffered a bit of a decline. No longer do they serve elaborate charcuterie tables, but instead have a few hot items and the typical hot dog plus/minus chili cheese. That night it was pasta, Chicken and waffles and pork taco. The food was just ok. For beverages, their coolers were full all night with water, soda and sparkling water. We did not want to have beer or wine. They do sell cocktails. The lounge experience has gone downhill. It no longer seems like a vip experience because there are just too many people. They have a huge TV now and they got rid of the small merchandise shop. The lounge is unbelievably noisy. It was difficult to find a place to sit and eat. I do like that it has bathrooms, so I don't have to go far and miss the game. The D entrance is nice too- it's private and has clean bathrooms and a way to get to the regular concourse if you desire. I do like the team. I also enjoy the game. However, I don't think the vip experience is worth it. Just get the cheap tickets and eat on the concourse or go out to eat after the game. You can get a great view from many seats in the stadium. I love that you can go to the game on any budget- they have cheap tickets in the supporter section. It's affordable for most people. I will continue to support the team and I will finish my package of games. I still have more credit so I'll invite some friends. But if I buy tickets in the future, it won't be for the vip lounge experience. I'd rather get a suite or sit in the regular seats.